Leave the city skyline behind and journey into a quieter, rarely seen side of Singapore — where mangroves, fishing boats, floating homes, traditional kelong structures, and coastal fish farms still tell the story of our maritime past.

On this small-group boat tour around Pulau Ubin and the Johor Straits, you will cruise through Singapore’s northern coastal waters with a licensed local guide and seasoned boat captain. This is a side of Singapore that feels far removed from the modern city — peaceful, rustic, and full of stories that many visitors never hear.

Along the way, see mangrove swamps, rustic coastlines, quiet estuary waters, and coastal fish farms. Learn what kelongs used to be, why many traditional kelongs have disappeared, and how today’s floating fish farms continue part of this coastal way of life. You will also hear stories of Pulau Ubin’s island past, old fishing communities, and the narrow stretch of sea that separates Singapore from Malaysia.

Depending on the tide, time of day, and sea activity, you may spot grey herons, fishermen at work, crab traps, or boats hauling in the day’s catch. These sightings are never guaranteed, but they are part of what makes every trip slightly different.

The tour also includes a stop at Smith Marine Floating Restaurant, a kelong-style floating fish farm and seafood restaurant in Singapore waters. Here, learn how live seafood is reared and see how food, fish farming, and maritime heritage come together. This is also a restroom stop before the return cruise. Meals and drinks are at your own expense unless stated otherwise.

This tour cruises around Pulau Ubin and nearby waters without landing on the island. On the way back, enjoy the sea breeze, open coastal views, and a slower side of Singapore that feels worlds away from the city skyline.

More than a boat ride, this is a rare chance to experience Singapore’s vanishing coastal heritage before it fades from memory.