About Lazarus Island
Lazarus Island is a small, undeveloped island in Singapore's Southern Islands cluster, linked to St John's Island by a paved causeway. Known historically as Pulau Sekijang Pelepah, it is noted for its curved sandy beach, clear waters and tranquil natural setting. The island is car-free, has limited facilities and is popular as a quiet day-trip beach getaway from mainland Singapore.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a quiet, natural island with a curved white sandy beach and clear turquoise water, backed by palm trees and coastal vegetation. The island is connected to St John's Island by a walkable causeway. There are basic shelters, toilets and benches but no shops or food outlets. Visitors can swim, sunbathe, picnic, walk along the beach and enjoy views of the Singapore skyline and neighbouring islands.
Key highlights
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Curved natural sandy beach with clear waters ideal for swimming and wading
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Paved causeway linking Lazarus Island to St John's Island for easy walking access
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Tranquil, undeveloped island environment away from mainland crowds
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Views of Singapore skyline and Southern Islands from the beach
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Picnic shelters and beachfront areas for day-use recreation
History of Lazarus Island
Historically known as Pulau Sekijang Pelepah, Lazarus Island is part of the Southern Islands group south of mainland Singapore. Unlike neighbouring St John's Island which served as a quarantine station, Lazarus Island remained largely undeveloped and uninhabited, later retained for recreation and as a natural offshore getaway.
Route
| By public transport | Take a ferry from Marina South Pier to St John's Island (approximately 30 minutes), then walk across the paved causeway to Lazarus Island (approximately 10-15 minutes walk) |
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| Nearest airport |