Singapore Pulau Ubin: Private Bike Tour with Ferry Skip & Guide

Summary

Rustic cycling through Pulau Ubin’s villages and Chek Jawa wetlands with a local guide

You’ll cycle through Pulau Ubin’s rustic trails with a local guide, spot wildlife at Chek Jawa Wetlands, taste fresh coconut under palm trees, and hear stories of old village life. Expect laughter over bumpy paths and moments where you forget you’re anywhere near city life at all.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t expect to smell the sea before I even saw it. We’d just hopped off the little ferry (no queue, which felt like cheating in Singapore) and suddenly everything was green — not city park green, but wild, tangled Pulau Ubin green. Our guide, Li, grinned at our wide eyes and handed out bikes that looked tougher than me. “Ready for kampong style?” he asked. I wasn’t sure what that meant until we started pedaling past wooden houses on stilts and roosters strutting around like they owned the road.

The ride itself was bumpy in places — I nearly lost my hat to a low branch — but Li kept us laughing with stories about the island’s old granite quarries and how his uncle used to fish here before there were smartphones. At one point we stopped by a fruit farm and someone (not naming names) tried to pick a guava before realizing it was still rock hard. The air smelled like wet earth after rain, even though the sun was already burning through the clouds. I think that’s what surprised me most: how quiet it was except for birds calling and our tires crunching gravel.

Chek Jawa Wetlands felt almost otherworldly. Mudskippers darted across the sand while fiddler crabs waved their claws at us — Li said it’s their way of showing off but who knows. He pointed out mangroves twisting into each other, explaining why they matter more than most people realize. Honestly, I tuned out for a second because there was this odd salty-sweet smell from somewhere in the mudflats that made me hungry (coconut break came right after). Sitting there sipping fresh coconut water with sweat drying on my arms, I caught myself thinking: this is still Singapore? It didn’t feel possible.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Private Pulau Ubin Bike Tour

• Meet at tour starting point
• Take ferry to Pulau Ubin
• Cycle around Pulau Ubin island
• Visit old villages from 1960s
• Explore fruit farms and mangroves
• Discover Chek Jawa Wetlands
• Spot native wildlife
• Return to meeting place

Top questions

How long is the Pulau Ubin bike tour?

The tour lasts about 4 hours from start to finish.

Is ferry transport included in this private bike tour?

Yes, round-trip island ferry tickets are included and you’ll skip the queue.

Do I need to bring my own bicycle for this tour?

No, bicycles are provided as part of your booking.

Is lunch included during the Pulau Ubin bike tour?

No full lunch is included but you do get a refreshment—fresh coconut is provided during the ride.

Are children or infants allowed on this bike tour?

Specialized infant seats are available; families can join if everyone has moderate fitness.

Where does the tour start and end?

The meeting place is also where your tour ends; check their website for exact address details and map.

Is this private Pulau Ubin bike tour suitable for pregnant travelers?

No, it’s not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with poor cardiovascular health.

Will we see wildlife on Pulau Ubin?

You might spot native wildlife like mudskippers or fiddler crabs at Chek Jawa Wetlands.

What’s included

Your day covers two-way island ferry tickets with queue skipping, use of sturdy bicycles fitted for all sizes, guidance from a professional nature guide who shares personal stories along the way, plus a refreshing coconut break mid-ride before heading back to mainland Singapore together.