about them
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Located in Pulau Ubin and covering around 100 hectares in area, Chek Jawa is a unique natural area, where six major ecosystems meet – sandy beach, rocky beach, seagrass lagoon, coral rubble, mangroves and coastal forest.
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​The 1.1-kilometre boardwalk along the coast is a convenient way to view the rich plant and marine life, while a 20-metre-tall viewing tower also gives you a chance to observe birds like the Collared Kingfisher and Straw-headed Bulbul.
planning your visit​
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Chek Jawa is an intertidal area, with various ecosystems unveiled at low tides of 0.5 metres and below. Do refer to the tides table when you plan a visit to avoid disappointment.
getting there
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Upon arrival at the Ubin jetty, visitors can hire a van or rent a bicycle from the main village. Visitors can also walk to Chek Jawa, which would take about 40 minutes. For the safety of visitors, bicycles and vehicles will have to be parked at designated lots near Punai Hut.
opening hours
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Open daily, 9am–5pm
location
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Chek Jawa Trail, Singapore
accessibility
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Ferry:
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Bumboat from Changi Point Ferry Terminal
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daily, 6am–7pm
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$3/person for a single trip
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Each ride takes about 15 minutes
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The boats only depart once they have 12 people on board
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An extra $2 is charged if you bring along a bicycle
their website​
https://www.nparks.gov.sg/pulau-ubin/biodiversity/places-of-interest/chek-jawa-wetlands
Conde Nast Traveler
https://www.cntraveler.com/activities/palau-ubin/chek-jawa
National Parks Board
https://www.nparks.gov.sg/pulau-ubin/biodiversity/places-of-interest/chek-jawa-wetlands
Lonely Planet
https://www.lonelyplanet.com/singapore/attractions/chek-jawa-wetlands/a/poi-sig/1245884/357350