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At a Glance
At a Glance
This is an immersive half-day private kayaking trip through Pulau Ubin's mangrove forests with a unique itinerary! You will explore a hidden abandoned WW2 coastal defence site and shuck oysters on the kayak in the middle of the mangroves - really quite a surreal experience!Option Highlights ๏ปฟโ
๏ปฟ One of the longest kayaking trip on inflatable double-seater kayaks(4 to 4.5hrs on-water time)x๏ปฟโ
๏ปฟ Kayak through Pulau Ubin from north (facing Malaysia) to southย ๏ปฟโ
๏ปฟ Traverse deep mangroves and spot wildlife like eagles, wild boars and otters๏ปฟโ
๏ปฟ Explore a hidden abandoned WW2 coastal defence site๏ปฟโ
๏ปฟ Shuck oysters from a local farm on the kayak in the mangroves (15 oysters per group!)๏ปฟโ
๏ปฟ Included lunch at a floating restaurant (1 rice/noodle dish and drink per person)๏ปฟ๏ปฟโ
๏ปฟ Short hike up Puaka Hill, the highest point on Ubin, for stunning viewsOption DetailsEscape to a very different Singapore and indulge in a series of unique experiences unlike other kayaking trips โ explore the mysterious mangrove forests, shuck locally-farmed oysters on the kayak, dig into lunch at a floating restaurant, and spot wildlife like otters and eagles โ all while learning about Ubin's hidden history.Apart from kayaking, you will also get to hike to the highest point of Ubin at 76 metres, passing through rocky terrain and trails circled with thick growths of wild ferns. From the summit, enjoy the beautiful sight of verdant forests, cobalt-blue quarry waters, and over to Singapore and Malaysia!This trip will end at Ubin village, but you can easily return to Changi Ferry Terminal via a public bumboat at $4/person.Important NoteDifficulty level of this option: Medium. A basic level of physical strength and endurance is neededParticipants should be able to swim 50m with a life jacket, be comfortable with getting a bit muddy, and with being surrounded by nature.Participants will be using inflatable double seater kayaks and will be required to help carry the kayaks, especially when doing land crossings or when making pit stops.Start and end points - Changi Point Ferry TerminalTrips are suitable for children 7-12 years old, if the child isaccompanied by a participant above the age of 18 in the same kayak (or in same kayak as the guide)able to swim 50m with a life jacketcomfortable and able to stay calm in the water with a life jacket.All trips are private tours: Start time (may vary between 7am to 12pm) would be contingent on tides of the day, and will be confirmed only one week prior to the trip.
Details
7.0 hours
Private trip
Up to 7 persons
Activities

Kayaking / Canoeing

Forest Adventure

Explore Villages
Suitable For
Couples

Small Groups

Large Groups (>6 pax)

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You'd like to have an adventurous day of kayaking and exploring a very different side of Singapore!
What's included
What's included
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All equipment
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STB-licensed English-speaking guide
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Meal and drink on the floating restaurant (one rice/noodle main dish per person)
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Snacks & drinks
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15 live homegrown oysters
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One-way public bumboat ride from Changi to Ubin
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Ubin taxi ride to start point
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Public bumboat ride back from Ubin village to Changi ($4/pax)
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(Or) Direct bumboat charter from restaurant to Changi ($60)
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Additional food and drinks at the floating restaurant
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Where You'll Meet
Where You'll Meet
- 15 mins before selected timeslot Details
What You'll Do
What You'll Do
This is a sample itinerary and may be weather-dependent.
Day 1: Changi Point Ferry Terminal - Pulau Ubin - Ubin Village

Kayak to an abandoned WW2 coastal defence site and shuck oysters in the mangroves!
- Meet-up 15 mins before selected timeslot
- Kayak through the heart of Ubinโs deep mangrove rivers cutting from Ubinโs northern shores facing Malaysia to the southern shores facing mainland Singapore
- Test your paddling skills as we navigate through narrow channels and duck under mangrove trees
- Explore a hidden abandoned WW2 coastal defence site and learn about how Ubin played a critical role in the fall of Singapore
- Get to shuck oysters on the kayak from a local oyster farm in the middle of the mangroves - really quite a surreal experience!
- Kayak through old farming lagoons and learn more about how prawn farming used to be done compared to new-generation farming techniques
- Kayak past old kampungs and hear about village life past and present
- Learn about the unique mangrove habitat and mangrove plants ingenious adaptations
- Stretch your legs and enjoy a short hike up to Bukit Puaka to be rewarded with the best natural views in Singapore!
- Kayak to and lunch at a floating restaurant in the middle of the sea
- Get a chance to catch your own fish for lunch
- Shop for seafood at a working kelong fish farm
- End at Ubin Village
Meet your guide
Meet your guide
Sneak-Peek Singapore
5.0
(40 reviews)
Sneak-Peek Singapore's tours were started in 2016 as a way for a group of passionate tour guides to share interesting places and unconventional stories about Singapore! Born and raised here, the founders like to give you a sneak peek into the hidden side of Singapore that you would not otherwise get to know about without a guide!
Fluent English
What others are saying
What others are saying
5.0
out of 40 helpful reviews
Robert Csenar
18 Mar 2021
Private Kayak to Ubin's Hidden WW2 Site + Visit Oyster Farm (Shuck Local Oysters!)
Probably the most unique tour with the best guide in Singapore for nature lovers.
We could enjoy the serenity of the flooded forests (timing with the tide) and rivers of ubin. Only birds, water and our kayaks. We just met a handful of kayakers and people on SUP ... where else do you have this peace in SG?
Darren takes care of everything you need and more.
I got excited every time he opened his bag: snacks, isotonic drinks, frozen grapes & many more came and random, but perfect times.
OYSTERS grown in Singapore, fresh from the farm (where we picked them up) are consumed on the kayak, surrounded by the mangroves ... can it get better?
Darren was extremely knowledgeable on plants, birds and beyond ... never a dull moment!
Panida V.
08 Feb 2021
Informative and friendly guide, donโt forget to bring comfort shoes
Sarah Lim
08 Jan 2021
Private Ubin Mangrove Kayaking & Viewpoint Hike | With Kelong Lunch!
Awesome kayaking trip with friends to Pulau Ubin. From start to end, the trip was impeccably well-planned by our guide Darren. We got to see mangroves close up, learn about plants & animals (otters!!), and had lunch at a floating restaurant. Along the way, Darren surprised us with iced 100 Plus, frozen grapes and snacks. If you're thinking of doing something different over the weekend or spending holidays in Singapore, highly recommend!
Erin Poh
05 Jan 2021
โ๏ธ Super enjoyable time kayaking through different parts of Ubin (customized to suit different fitness levels in the group ๐)
โ๏ธ Learning about the biodiversity during the entire trip. Darren does a great job in explaining the different sights and sounds at every part of the trip.
โ๏ธ Great workout, we did the easiest one but definitely looking forward to challenging ourselves soon by kayaking across the channel!
โ๏ธ Super patient and informative guide - Darren! He will make it worth it to get out of bed early for this trip!๐๐ป
Sherwin Teo
23 Dec 2020
We had an awesome time with Darren out on the waters! He was passionate, knowledgeable and had GREAT energy! Not forgetting that he also took good care of us!
This kayaking tour would be great for anyone who loves nature and is interested to explore Singapore in a different way (while sneaking in some exercise at the same time๐). There is a lot to see and learn about mangroves, birds, and whatever organisms that Darren spots and shares about along the way. This is also a chance to enjoy the calming serenity on the waters at some points.
Definitely would recommend this to all my friends!
Sneak-Peek Singapore Policies
Sneak-Peek Singapore Policies
Covid Cancellation Policy (for bookings after 1 Sept 2020)
If you can't travel because of Covid restrictions, you can choose to get a full refund,
Seek Sophie credits (no expiry, 110% of trip value) or reschedule your trip at no additional cost.
Your choice, no questions asked.
Usual Cancellation Policy (for Non-Covid reasons)
As Sneak-Peek Singapore would be holding the slot for you and turning down other potential customers,
you wonโt be able to cancel after you book.
Helpful Questions from Other Travellers
What should I pack?
Change of clothes after kayaking
Closed-toe shoes
Hat
Insect repellent
Long sleeve shirt and trousers
Money (if you wish to buy live fishes from Kelong and buy extra food)
Personal medication
Sunblock
Tug boat transfer cash ($4/pax)
Water-bottle
Waterproof bag
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