It is popular as the playground for fishing and snorkeling fans, thanks to its sheltered beaches and coral reefs. In the east, Pulau Ubin remains the last outpost of rustic Singapore, featuring Malay and Chinese villages, some fine nature trails and a good seafood restaurant. While charters operate mostly within Singapore waters, trips further afield into Malaysian waters or to the Riau Islands are possible if you have the time to do an overnight trip. Newly set up EKY Charters for example, has begun to run cruises to Sebana Cove in the state of Johor in Malaysia. The prime attraction there appears to be the sight of clusters of fireflies that seem to drift like floating Christmas tree lights.
Fishing is an alternative distraction on the trip.
The ride to Sebana takes six hours on EKY's Little Darling. Charter costs vary widely depending on the craft, number of passengers, route and whether or not a menu is desired. All rights reserved.