Pulau Ubin-
an island situated in the north east of Singapore
Pulau Ubin
Pulau Ubin is an island off eastern Singapore and often considered the last
'kampung' (village) in Singapore. A stroll through Ubin takes you back to
Singapore in the 1960's with the simpler pleasures of life. The slow lane starts
as soon as you join the queue for the bumboat at Changi. As you arrive, all
cares are left behind.
Ubin is a great day trip spent walking or pedaling through rustic roads under swaying coconut palms, exploring shady trails in overgrown rubber plantations, checking out secluded beaches and flourishing mangroves. On Ubin, the food tastes better, air is fresher and sights and sounds so soothing to the soul.
It may not have the white sandy beaches you’d expect of an island, but the eccentricity and charm of Pulau Ubin makes it a magical place to travel to. One of the two remaining kampongs in Singapore (the other being Kampong Buangkok in Yio Chu Kang), this island is just a 15-minute boat ride away from the mainland. Whether you’re a nature lover or a thrill seeker, here’s how you can soak in the tranquillity and discover a myriad of hidden treasures on the island.
How to get to Pulau Ubin
The adventure begins on the bumboat trip leaving from Changi Village.
More on how to get there.
Visitors may travel to Pulau Ubin from the main island of Singapore via a 10-minute bumboat ride from the Changi Point Ferry Terminal (previously known as the Changi Village jetty). In 2008 the one-way ticket price was increased from S$2.00 toS$2.50 per passenger. It was further increased to S$3.00 from 7 September 2015 onwards. Every bumboat can carry 12 passengers and the captain will wait till his boat has reached the maximum capacity. People who do not want to wait can payS$36.00 for the whole bumboat and leave without waiting.
Ubin is a great day trip spent walking or pedaling through rustic roads under swaying coconut palms, exploring shady trails in overgrown rubber plantations, checking out secluded beaches and flourishing mangroves. On Ubin, the food tastes better, air is fresher and sights and sounds so soothing to the soul.
It may not have the white sandy beaches you’d expect of an island, but the eccentricity and charm of Pulau Ubin makes it a magical place to travel to. One of the two remaining kampongs in Singapore (the other being Kampong Buangkok in Yio Chu Kang), this island is just a 15-minute boat ride away from the mainland. Whether you’re a nature lover or a thrill seeker, here’s how you can soak in the tranquillity and discover a myriad of hidden treasures on the island.
How to get to Pulau Ubin
The adventure begins on the bumboat trip leaving from Changi Village.
More on how to get there.
Visitors may travel to Pulau Ubin from the main island of Singapore via a 10-minute bumboat ride from the Changi Point Ferry Terminal (previously known as the Changi Village jetty). In 2008 the one-way ticket price was increased from S$2.00 toS$2.50 per passenger. It was further increased to S$3.00 from 7 September 2015 onwards. Every bumboat can carry 12 passengers and the captain will wait till his boat has reached the maximum capacity. People who do not want to wait can payS$36.00 for the whole bumboat and leave without waiting.
The rental
price for bicycles range anywhere from S$2.00 to S$20.00 (for the entire day) depending on the
condition of the bike, number of gears etc.
What to do on Pulau Ubin
Chek
Jawa is a major draw but there's lots of other stuff to
do on Ubin too.
Join a guided walk!
The best way to discover Ubin. Join one of the many guided trips conducted by volunteers. Or use the DIY walking guide by NParks.
Ubin Essentials
The best way to discover Ubin. Join one of the many guided trips conducted by volunteers. Or use the DIY walking guide by NParks.
Ubin Essentials
Admission to the island is free. There are no opening or closing hours, but
regular services only run during daylight hours. The NParks Information Kiosk
is open 8.30am-5pm. Bumboats to and from Pulau Ubin, and public transport on
the island operate from sunrise to sunset.
No ATMs on Ubin and businesses on Ubin do not accept NETS or credit cards. So be sure to withdraw cash from the Changi Village ATMs (hawker centre, Seven-Eleven, Cheers).
Important contacts
Ubin NParks: 65424108
Ubin coastguard: 65428664
No ATMs on Ubin and businesses on Ubin do not accept NETS or credit cards. So be sure to withdraw cash from the Changi Village ATMs (hawker centre, Seven-Eleven, Cheers).
Important contacts
Ubin NParks: 65424108
Ubin coastguard: 65428664
Baby Kai Lan
Recipe
Baby Kai Lan ($8/12/16). Fresh vegetables served just at the right
temperature, the leaves warm and crisp with a crispy layer.
Ingredients
4 servings
1. 2 packages baby kailan
2. 4 clove garlic (bash)
3. 4 tbsp oyster sauce
4. 3 tbsp peanut oil / palm oil
Method
8 mins
1. Wash n cut the veg by half.
2. In hot wok, heat the oil. Saute garlic
till golden brown.
3. Pour the oyster sauce and stir till
slightly bubbles.
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