About Chek Jawa Wetlands
Chek Jawa Wetlands is a natural coastal wetland at the eastern tip of Pulau Ubin island in the North-Eastern Islands of Singapore. It is notable for containing six distinct ecosystems in one area, including mangroves, seagrass lagoon, coral rubble, sandy and rocky shores, and coastal forest. Protected from reclamation after a 2001 biodiversity survey, it features a boardwalk, viewing tower and visitor centre, offering close observation of marine and bird life.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a coastal wetland reserve on Pulau Ubin accessible via boardwalk and natural trails. The site includes a 1.1 km mangrove boardwalk, Jejawi Tower viewing tower, and House No. 1 Visitor Centre in a restored Tudor-style house. The landscape combines mangroves, seagrass lagoon, coral rubble flats, sandy beach and coastal forest. Visitors can observe marine life at low tide, birds, and native plants, with interpretive signs along the boardwalk.
Key highlights
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One of Singapore's richest ecosystems with six habitats in one location
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1.1 km elevated boardwalk through mangroves and coastal forest
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Jejawi Tower 20-metre viewing tower for panoramic views of the wetlands
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House No. 1 Visitor Centre in a 1930s Tudor-style cottage
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Intertidal flats exposed at low tide revealing seagrass, crabs, starfish and marine life