Nov 5, 2008.
For news and events, please refer to Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve Website. (All programmes are weather permitting)
Tips:
- Do not dress in clothes with exotic colors
- Wear comfortable walking shoes
- Bring drinking water, insect repellent, binoculars and hat
- Do not bring any pets, radios, loud hailers or bicycle into the Reserve.
- When caught in thunderstorm or rain, stay in the closest Observation Hides, shelter or Visitor Center
-Gina
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Your way in the Reserve
There are 4 routes to choose from, Mangrove Boardwalk and Route 1, 2,3. Each routes has different features and their walking distances are different.
Mangrove Boardwalk allow you to experience a walk through the mangrove without getting your shoes muddy or feet wet. It is about 500m long and takes about 30 minutes to complete.
Route 1 is about 3km long and require 1-2 hours to complete a round. You can enjoy the tranquility and the serenity of this mangrove habitat.
Route 2 is 5 km long and it is linked from Route 1. It will take 2-3hours upon completion, it is the Reserve's longest boardwalk. It brings you through the Mangrove Arboretum.
Route 3 is 7km long and need at least 4 hours to complete. It features inhabitants of the freshwater. It is linked from Route 2.
How to get there by car:
Map
Use the map to guide your way to the Reserve
-Gina
There are 4 routes to choose from, Mangrove Boardwalk and Route 1, 2,3. Each routes has different features and their walking distances are different.
Mangrove Boardwalk allow you to experience a walk through the mangrove without getting your shoes muddy or feet wet. It is about 500m long and takes about 30 minutes to complete.
Route 1 is about 3km long and require 1-2 hours to complete a round. You can enjoy the tranquility and the serenity of this mangrove habitat.
Route 2 is 5 km long and it is linked from Route 1. It will take 2-3hours upon completion, it is the Reserve's longest boardwalk. It brings you through the Mangrove Arboretum.
Route 3 is 7km long and need at least 4 hours to complete. It features inhabitants of the freshwater. It is linked from Route 2.
How to get there by car:
Map
Use the map to guide your way to the Reserve
-Gina
blog at 6:52 PM
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How to get there by bus
Public Transport
Mondays to Saturdays
Board SMRT bus 925 from Kranji MRT station. Alight at Kranji reservoir Carpark and walk for 15 to 20 minutes to the Reserve.
Sundays and Public Holidays
SMRT bus 925 stops at the Reserve's entrance
Kranji Express
Operates daily, board at Kranji MRT station
-Gina
Public Transport
Mondays to Saturdays
Board SMRT bus 925 from Kranji MRT station. Alight at Kranji reservoir Carpark and walk for 15 to 20 minutes to the Reserve.
Sundays and Public Holidays
SMRT bus 925 stops at the Reserve's entrance
Kranji Express
Operates daily, board at Kranji MRT station
-Gina
blog at 4:46 PM
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Fees and Operating Hours
Operating Hours:
7.30am to 7.00 pm on Mondays to Saturdays
7.00am to 7.00pm on Sundays and Public Holidays
Fees:
Free Entry except on Saturdays, Sundays,
Public Holidays and School Holidays(8.30am to 6pm)$1.00 per adult/ $0.50 per child, student or senior citizen
-Gina
Operating Hours:
7.30am to 7.00 pm on Mondays to Saturdays
7.00am to 7.00pm on Sundays and Public Holidays
Fees:
Free Entry except on Saturdays, Sundays,
Public Holidays and School Holidays(8.30am to 6pm)$1.00 per adult/ $0.50 per child, student or senior citizen
-Gina
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Disengage Yourself
Distance yourself from the hectic world, indulge in the fresh air and the serene atmosphere. The place is also a good getaway from stress and workload. There are also towers and shelters for you to rest if you are tired. You can also stop by the nature gallery for more information of the wildlife or watch a 10-min overview of the reserve at the theatrette.
Map (Given upon visit at the information counter)
-Gina
Map (Given upon visit at the information counter)
-Gina
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Bird Watching
Make sure you keep an eye open on the mudflats around, you will be ensured to see birds feeding on the worms in the mud. Plovers and sandpipers can be spotted easily, these birds feast in flocks. If you are lucky enough, you may spot some rare species like the Egrets, which can be seen in migratory seasons. Seasonal from September to March. They feed and roost on the mudflats in the Reserve. Here is a picture of it:
-Gina
Make sure you keep an eye open on the mudflats around, you will be ensured to see birds feeding on the worms in the mud. Plovers and sandpipers can be spotted easily, these birds feast in flocks. If you are lucky enough, you may spot some rare species like the Egrets, which can be seen in migratory seasons. Seasonal from September to March. They feed and roost on the mudflats in the Reserve. Here is a picture of it:
-Gina
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Look Out for Them!
The site not only gives a nice view of the mangroves, it also provides a habitat for a number of animals. You can try spotting some of the residents in the reserve. New residents moving in is also a common sight. The newest residents to the reserve are the group of 5 smooth otters. Here is a picture from sbwr.org.sg :
-Gina
The site not only gives a nice view of the mangroves, it also provides a habitat for a number of animals. You can try spotting some of the residents in the reserve. New residents moving in is also a common sight. The newest residents to the reserve are the group of 5 smooth otters. Here is a picture from sbwr.org.sg :
-Gina
blog at 3:03 PM
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History
Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve is actually found by a group of avid birdwatchers from the then Malayan Nature Society (Singapore Branch) in 1986. The site was then designated as a nature park in 1989.The development of the nature park then took place.On 6 Dec 1993, Prime Minister Goh Chok Tong offically opened the park. At the time, only 87 ha is designated as the nature park. Only on 1 Jan 2002, 130 ha of Sungei Buloh was offically published in a gazette as a nature reserve. It was renamed as Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve to reflect its status.-Gina
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The Greener, the Better
About 23% of Singapore land to kept as a nature reserves, one of them is Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve. It is Singapore's first and only wetland reserve, the reserve is well-maintained. The reserve has a 130 ha wetland site for recreational activities, eduction and much more.-Gina
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Singapore
Singapore is an island country located at the southern tip of Malaysia. It contains a total of 63 islands, Singapore also has a tropical climate where there is only dry and wet seasons.This blog shall show you what Singapore's first and only wetland reserve has to offer.-Gina
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