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Mangrove Kayaking Adventure in Singapore: Beginner-Friendly with Wildlife and Scenic Views
4.8
141 Ratings
Adventures by Asian Detours
Embark on a beginner-friendly mangrove kayaking adventure in Singapore and discover the stunning wildlife and scenic views. Spot various bird species and experience the tranquility of the mangroves.
Embark on a beginner-friendly mangrove kayaking adventure in Singapore and discover the stunning wildlife and scenic views. Spot various bird species and experience the tranquility of the mangroves.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Adventures by Asian Detours - Tailored for thrill-seekers, this 4-hour experience is an ideal way to start your kayaking journey! Perfect for novices, just show up as all equipment and gear are included.
- Adventures by Asian Detours - Tailored for thrill-seekers, this 4-hour experience is an ideal way to start your kayaking journey! Perfect for novices, just show up as all equipment and gear are included.
What's Included
- Post-tour rinse-off facilities
- Secure lockers for valuables
- Guidance from an English-speaking Adventure Leader
- Kayaking equipment provided
- Drinking water available for refills
- Post-tour rinse-off facilities
- Secure lockers for valuables
- Guidance from an English-speaking Adventure Leader
- Kayaking equipment provided
- Drinking water available for refills
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Ferry transfers between Changi Point Ferry Terminal and Pulau Ubin or vice versa
- Food and drinks (except the Refill of Drinking Water)
- Gratuities
- Ferry transfers between Changi Point Ferry Terminal and Pulau Ubin or vice versa
- Food and drinks (except the Refill of Drinking Water)
Additional Information
Friendly for beginners, come as you are because equipment and gear will be provided. Hop on one of our tandem kayaks in a pair or with our Expedition Leader, and you are set for your adventure!
The journey begins with a short length of open sea kayaking before entering the mangroves. You will immediately notice a sharp difference between the choppy open…
Friendly for beginners, come as you are because equipment and gear will be provided. Hop on one of our tandem kayaks in a pair or with our Expedition Leader, and you are set for your adventure!
The journey begins with a short length of open sea kayaking before entering the mangroves. You will immediately notice a sharp difference between the choppy open sea waves and tranquil calm waters among the mangroves.
Do not be fooled by the peacefulness as inactivity because the mangroves are abuzz with wildlife! For bird-watching enthusiasts, you will be able to spot species such as the Kingfishers, Eagles, Hornbills, Herons and Egrets
- You are required to GET WET for testing personal floatation device.
- Number of participants per grouping is subject to Singapore Government mandatory requirements on crowd gathering, and this would include ONE (1) program leader within the group. We reserve the right to regroup the number of participants accordingly.
- Minimum 2 participants to operate.
- One way ferry transfer from Changi Point Ferry Terminal to Pulau Ubin and vice versa costs cost approximately SGD 3 to SGD 5, subject to social distancing measures & crowd control on the ferry.
- Please be advised that waiting time for ferry range between 20 to 30 minutes. Please give yourself ample time to reach Pulau Ubin 15 minutes prior to tour start time.
- Passport Full Name, Passport Number, Nationality and Date of Birth is required at time of booking for insurance purpose.
Location
Adventures by Asian Detours
Pulau Ubin
The programme meeting point is at our shophouse-No. 34, Pulau Ubin. When you've disembarked from the Ubin Jetty, walk towards the sign "welcoming you to the island". Make a left turn and walk past the host of bicycle rental shops. Our shophouse is painted green and white and just on your right.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(141 Ratings)
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Grant_w
Mar 12, 2025
A Singapore Highlight - We had an incredible experience with Daniel as our guide! He was fun, professional, and really enjoyed what he was doing. We learned a lot about the mangroves and had a lot of fun along the way! We met some new friends, saw some of the local wildlife (eagles, jellyfish, and lizards), and learned about Singapore’s plans to be more self-sufficient. I would recommend being in decent shape as the kayaking can be difficult, especially between the start point and the river/entrance to the mangroves.
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David_m
Mar 2, 2025
Great way to spend a... - Great way to spend a weekend morning, learned so much about the area from Isaac and Daniel. Highly recommend...
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Onair16808911499
Feb 5, 2025
A good few hours on the water. - We had a lovely trip. Our guide Jacqueline was lovely and gave us lots of interesting facts. I had tired arms by end of trip
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Dasage
Jan 5, 2025
Interesting action packed tour. Be prepared to sweat. - Really good tour. I took my son and father on this tour and they both had a good time. The guides were friendly knowledgeable and was interesting to see another side of Singapore.
If you haven’t kayak’s before though be prepared to work hard as there are some long stretches that call for a lot of upper body strength.
Pack lots of sunscreen and wear long sleeves.
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F8581gzkatherines
Dec 8, 2024
Knowledgeable guide, beautiful city-escape - A visit to Pulau-Ubin island for this kayaking tour is a must-do for the 'outdoorsy people' visiting Singapore. We were so impressed by our guide and overall experience with Adventures by Asian Detours. Our guide gave his insights on growing up in Singapore and provided more details about the city-state. He was also knowledgeable about Pulau-Ubin, its natural resources, and the animals. We even saw jumping fish, monkeys, and monitor lizards. The quiet of the mangroves was a great escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. I would do it again!
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Brenda_b
Nov 7, 2024
Excellent kayak expérience close to the heart of Singapore - Great experience paddling the mangrove forest. Singapore is a vibrant thriving metropolis but there are access points close to nature - only a 40 min grab from our hotel to the ferry port and a short ride to the island. The tour guides were excellent - Calvin was knowledgeable and extremely skilled. Emily was friendly and encouraging. The wildlife did not disappoint - we saw hornbills, a purple headed heron, eagles, blue kingfishers, and the pinacle of our sightinings was a Black Forest cobra swimming across the water a safe distance ahead. Very worthwhile trip. The only negative is how heartbreaking it is to see all the plastic garbage in the sea - so hard on the animals. South Asia has a very serious pollution issue that must be solved! But this trip and operator are top notch and I highly recommend, even for new kayakers.
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Jody_n
Oct 30, 2024
Excellent - The trip was great the island is amazing. Takes a little bit of organising to get to the island, we stayed on Orchard Road and it took about 40 mins in a taxi to get the ferry terminal. You then have to wait for 12 people before the bumb boat will leave there is no guarantee on time therefore please leave plenty of time to get to the island. The bumb boat is an experience on its own and we really enjoyed the ride. The kayak was good, I would say you do need to be reasonably fit as you carry your equipment to the shaw line a couple of mins from the hut and the actual kayak on the return is a little more difficult as we went against the current but still very enjoyable and plenty of opportunity to rest and take your time no rushing. Different capabilities in the session but this was fine too as each person can go at their own pace. Richard was our guide he was great very knowledgeable about the area and patient with everyone. My only negative is that the water is very dirty and it was disappointing to see that the water is not taken care of. I would definitely recommend the trip as it gives a different more authentic experience of Singapore. There is also plenty of options to hire a bike and cycle after if you wish.
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Zoe
Dec 28, 2024
Good experience but a little odd - The actual kayaking part of this tour was amazing but sadly it didn’t last quite long enough. There was a lot of talking on land, a float test which you had to basically hold hands of the other group members and instructions on how to tell where the front of the boat was. For teaching very basic things some of the kayaking was rather rough and against the wind. The guide was knowledgeable and the equipment was well maintained. All in all if you enjoy kayaking and don’t mind being taught the basics again then its a great tour.
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Nickaf8596zo
Nov 7, 2024
THANK YOU. - Arrived only to find out that TripAdvisor had cancelled our booking because the card payment hadn't gone through, although we ticked the box saying 'pay at venue' these guys were so apologetic and 'Daniel' came to the rescue. Thank you so much. Yes the equipment is worn but it's in constant use and you should not be doing this if you are expecting anything else. You are signing up to the whole experience including carrying your canoe down to the waters edge. Anyway, we had a fun time and returned home exhausted.
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Camper64920611937
Apr 30, 2025
Standard Fare For A "Tour" and "Response" - LOL ............THIS IS STANARD AI .. Meaning """ Thanks for the $$$$ the first time and even though we did not live up to expectations we hope you will come back for a second "scimming" ....
From The Operator
Dear Lean, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We sincerely apologize that your recent kayaking experience did not meet your expectations. We have thoroughly reviewed the details of your tour and spoken with your guide, Jodi, to better understand the situation. We regret to hear that the tour was cut shorter than the advertised time. While the tide movement can sometimes influence the speed of the kayaking, Jodi could have managed the time better to ensure a more fulfilling experience by exploring additional areas or spending more time in the mangroves. We have addressed this with him and will take measures to prevent similar situations in the future. Regarding the lack of wildlife sightings, we agree with your feedback and have reminded our guide that, even in the absence of wildlife, there is still plenty to share about the rich environment of Pulau Ubin, including the mangroves, plant life, and the island's history. Engaging with our guests and providing them with an informative and enjoyable experience is a top priority for us, and we regret that this was not reflected during your tour. We truly appreciate your feedback, as it helps us to improve the quality of our services. Please accept our apologies once again, and we hope that you will consider giving us another opportunity to provide a more positive experience in the future. Warm regards, Rebecca Asian Detours Team
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