Pulau Ubin Cycling | Singapore - Balukoo Travel Blog

Pulau Ubin jetty. The main village is on the left while the island's sole police station is on the right. — Pulau Ubin jetty. The main village is on the left while the island’s sole police station is on the right.

Pulau Ubin is one of the favourite cycling destination for many Singaporeans. With its largely car-free roads, rustic feel and abundance greenery, many locals (often with kids in tow) head to the island during weekends/holidays for a cycling day-trip. If you’re planning to visit the island, here are some useful information and tips for your trip.

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Bicycle rental shops at Pulau Ubin main village

Pulau Ubin Brief

Situated off the northeastern coast of mainland Singapore, Pulau Ubin is a popular day-trip destination for locals. The island host one of the last remaining villages in the ultra-modern city-state and retains much of its forestry and mangrove swamps. It is also home to Chek Jawa Wetlands, one of Singapore’s richest ecosystems.

Other than exploring the natural wonders of the island, popular activities include cycling, hiking, kayaking and camping.

One of the bicycle rental shops at Pulau Ubin main village

Cycling essentials on Pulau Ubin

Rental bikes are readily available on the island’s main village next to the jetty. Prices range between $8 to $15 for a day’s rental.

Food and water are primarily only available in the main village. There are few drink outlets outside the village and the opening hours could be limited. Thus, it is essential to bring enough food/water for your entire day trip.

Interesting places to stop for a quick photo:

Seafood Restaurant at Pulau Ubin main village

Getting there

Pulau Ubin is easily accessible via a 15 minutes boat ride from Changi Point Ferry Terminal. The boat ride is $4 per person per way. The boat-in-queue will leave once the boatman has gathered enough passengers to fill the boat. No booking is required. The service operates from early to 7pm. Though it is strongly advisable to return by mid-afternoon as it might be difficult to gather enough passengers for the return trip if late.

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Our random photographs on Pulau Ubin

Entrance to Chek Jawa Wetlands. One of Singapore’s richest ecosystems.

Coastal broad walk at Chek Jawa Wetlands

Resting hut next to Puaka Hill's track — Resting hut next to Puaka Hill’s track

Small Chinese temple in Pulau Ubin main village

Former Chinese opera stage in Pulau Ubin main village

Another bicycle rental shop at Pulau Ubin main village

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