Review Author: Suansuan

Review Date: 30 Nov 2020

Review Body: We are locals and we could have gone to Ubin ourselves really but we decided to go on a guided bicycle tour of Ubin so that we will not have to stress over where, when, how and what and just enjoy ourselves. Jeff was as friendly and genuine as all the reviews descibed- more like a friend! He is knowledgeable about the flora and fauna of the island and now we know how to to tell the different trees apart and what is the plant that attap seed ( yup that little chewy nut in our ice kacand dessert) comes from. He also made the mangrove so interesting and impactful . Nothing beats when you have someone to show you and get your questions answered there and then! Something you will miss out when you do without a guide. We were so fortunate to see a wild boar up close, lots of macaques( careful your bags) and mangrove crabs and many other wildlife while all under the watchful eye and care of Jeff ( with his hiking sticks and good comfy bikes with 7 speed shimano gears ,litepro cranks, cushy fat saddles and handgrips). He also tailors his tour route to suit your fitness level and is also a fantastic photographer and we had many great family shots done by him! We had engaged many top Tripadvisor local guides in our trips to Beijing,Bali and Taiwan Hualien and we are extremely proud to recommend Jeff as a top local guide of Singapore!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Mag Zee

Review Date: 06 Oct 2020

Review Body: We started off early in the morning at 8am but in my opinion, it was the best time to start off the trip as the weather was cool and the tide was low. Our guides, Jeff and PS, were very passionate and knowledgeable in sharing the circle of life on the island and in particular the mangrove in Chek Jawa. We enjoyed learning more about the history, the people, interesting plants and the wildlife there. Jeff also reminded us about the need to preserve these mangroves and the entire island life of Ubin for generations to come. He very attentively prepared walking sticks for us in areas that might have been a slight challenge for us but it was actually a breeze to hike up Puaka Hill with rewarding views to boast! Overall, a very enjoyable trip even for Singaporeans like us. Highly recommended!!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Hazel Sim

Review Date: 15 Jan 2021

Review Body: Jeff was a great tour guide. He made sure that we were comfortable with our bikes from the start. He did not delay our tour despite others were late (didn’t turn up in the end). He was also very informative during the tour. I learnt a lot which I think would be fantastic for all families with children. Children can learn a lot about nature. I would also recommend anyone who is adventurous and wanna know more about pulau ubin. It is a very easy trail for all cyclist. Jeff would also help us to take pictures along the way and will send it to us at the end of the tour. The tour was enjoyable and it was a great experience even though we cannot travel anymore. It brings back a little traveling atmosphere.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Annaling Chua

Review Date: 18 Mar 2021

Review Body: Jeff was the tour guide for the Ubin bike tour and he made sure to take care each and every one of us on the tour to make sure we are safe. It’s definitely worth doing a tour with him as you get to learn little fun facts about the island (and flora and fauna) which you may otherwise miss, if you come on your own. The trails can get a little hilly so be prepared to sweat. As Singapore weather is unpredictable, be prepared for both rain or shine, pack some snacks and lots of water, and have fun on tour with Jeff! Reminder to be on time (better if you are early), it’s just basic courtesy to the rest of your group members. ;)

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Geoffrey Lip

Review Date: 18 Mar 2021

Review Body: We took the Pulau Ubin bike tour and it was a truly memorable experience. Our guide Jeff did his best to accommodate our family's requirements for the tour, and conducted a tour that was informative and interesting. His enthusiasm, passion and deep knowledge of the culture, flora and fauna of the island left a deep impression and made this trip worth every cent, making it an experience that we would not have been able to replicate on our own. An absolute must for newbies to the island, while those looking to get reacquainted with the place, or even seasoned visitors can learn much from Jeff.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Chan Chee Wai

Review Date: 03 Apr 2021

Review Body: Attended the pulau ubin cycling tour (4/4/21) & got to learn a lot more about the history, & biodiversity to this little island. Jeff, guide for the tour, was a very friendly, helpful & knowledgeable person. He shared with enthusiasm about the landscape, flora & fauna we see along the journey. Was supposed to attend the session on March, but my partner fell sick the night before. Upon knowledge, of that after we missed the march session, he offered to reschedule us for a subsequent session even though he didn’t had to (since he wasn’t notified in advance).

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Hilda Sankar

Review Date: 20 Apr 2021

Review Body: My husband and I spent a most delightful day on a bike tour at Pulau Ubin with Jeff, our guide. Jeff is everything you’d want a guide to be. Deeply knowledgeable about the island’s history, wildlife, floral and fauna, we saw much, we learnt much. From fiddler crabs to cicadas,, through the mangroves and lush forest , to beautiful vantage points for Nat-Geo worthy photos, Jeff’s keen eyes help us see what we would otherwise have missed. We’ll be back with Jeff to explore other parts of the island for sure.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Chaiyawong J

Review Date: 19 Dec 2020

Review Body: Thank you to our guide Jeff for wonderful half day tour. Me and my husband have enjoyed the scenery, the knowledge and history about Kampong time Jeff has shared. Without asking Jeff also offered to take photo every nice location. I’d recommend this tour for anyone that fit to take distance walk because you will be walking through muddy road and climbing uphill. Remember to bring mosquito repellent and wear proper footwear. I’d love to attach some of the photos I took but the size was too large.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Pauline Chua

Review Date: 24 Apr 2021

Review Body: Enjoyable group Island Bike Tour in Ubin. Jeff was meticulous in choosing and helping us choose our bike and arranging height of seat and ensuring safety all the way. He conducted an educational tour and showed us how to identify durian tree from the leaves. Was surprised to see rubber trees, fig trees and herbs grown on the island. On the mangrove swamp we saw mudskippers,crabs and lobsters. And witnessed wild boar roaming on the island! Very glad I joined the tour! Recommend Jeff Wee highly!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Adelyne Y

Review Date: 23 Nov 2020

Review Body: I highly recommend this tour because it is really interesting and fascinating especially my grand children they really enjoy and learn a lot of knowledge about nature and the eco system of Pulau Ubin from our tour guide Jeff, he is very knowledgeable, patience, and kind. our tour suppose to finish at 12pm but only be able finish by about 1pm because of the kids, I strongly recommend that to have a guide for this tour, you will save time and know more information about this island

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Lmirella

Review Date: 13 Oct 2020

Review Body: We did half a day with Jeff in Pulau Ubin on a clouded Tuesday with my very active 12 year old son and cyclist husband. The whole day was a journey of natural discovery around the island and some exciting (and scary for me) bike trails. Jeff kept the whole family engaged and happy throughout the day with his knowledge of the natural habitat of the island and his experiences in the island. He kindly offered to pick and drop our bikes at our house!! Very appreciated!!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Rosabelle Chua

Review Date: 13 Jan 2021

Review Body: Jeff our guide was very patient and passionate whilst guiding us & telling us about all the flora and fauna on the island. He paced the tour very well so that everyone could keep up and enjoy the beautiful sceneries! He voluntarily helped all of us take lovely pictures and brought us to the most picturesque spots on the island! All of us left the island with smiles on our faces! Thanks for keeping us safe and entertaining us with your humour! 10/10 recommend!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Puay Pin Neo

Review Date: 26 Apr 2021

Review Body: We had an enjoyable cycling trip on Ubin Island, both husband & I had been Ubin several times. Jeff our guide had provided a different prospective of the island and its eco-system + the residents on island. It was a well spent 4 hours and this trip rekindle our interest to discover the Singapore that we thot we knew. We are now looking at other biking tours organized by Bike Around Tour Singapore. Well done - Jeff.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Linda Ng

Review Date: 04 Apr 2021

Review Body: Fantastic bike tour at Pulau Ubin. So glad that we went with it. Jeff is our guide and he is able to share his knowledge of the ecosystem and plant biology with us. It was also really enjoyable as we discover the history and the recent developments of Ubin. 4 hours of bike tour is just nice for us. Anything longer will be quite exhausting. Will definitely recommend friends and family to go for the bike tour!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Eileen

Review Date: 21 Nov 2020

Review Body: For a local who hasn't been to Ubin for 20 years, it's nice to explore Ubin with my teenage boys. Great knowing Jeff who is extremely knowledgeable, caring and engaging. Who says you need to travel overseas for a holiday? Ubin has a great lookout, rustic and is probably one of the closest you can get to nature in urban Singapore. Highly recommended and a great way to support local tourism!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Quan

Review Date: 02 Dec 2020

Review Body: Jeff is an excellent tour guide who went the extra length to make sure that we had a great time, from ensuring the bike we used were in good conditions to providing hiking sticks for the short climb up the hill. He is also very knowledgeable about the flora and fauna of Pulau Ubin. I would recommend him to anyone looking for an enjoyable city getaway.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: K28888

Review Date: 06 Nov 2020

Review Body: My wife and I had a great time at Pulau Ubin thanks to Jeff our guide! Jeff knows Ubin inside out and through him, we took away some great knowledge and experience about Ubin! Grateful also that Jeff was patient with us and keeping to our pace throughout the tour as we are defintely not the most physically active people around! Highly recommended!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Kelly

Review Date: 11 Dec 2020

Review Body: Jeff is very patient and professional. No regret to join this tour, save the hassle in exploring the places and get to know many interesting facts of Pulau Ubin. He really took care of each participant to ensure our safety. Me and my friends were very enjoyed throughout the tour. Highly recommended!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Kevin Fong

Review Date: 12 Dec 2020

Review Body: We have a great trip n services rendered by Jeff and his son have been very professional. We learn a lot from his vast knowledge of the island. Recommended for families with teens and probably not for young families with toddlers as the trip is quite hectic and need to cycle a fair bit.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Jaclyn Tan

Review Date: 19 Apr 2021

Review Body: Jeff, the tour guide, is very familiar with the nooks and crannies of Pulau Ubin. We had a great time learning about the local flora and fauna, and even tasted a few plants. Of course, the cycling and hiking around the island also helped burn some calories as we appreciate the scenery

Review rating: 5

Itinerary Day 1

Itinerary Summary: Explore the rustic Pulau Ubin by bike

Itinerary Description: Step back in time and learn more about the old way of life during the kampong’ days, when nature played a larger part in daily life. Cycle to attractions such as the German Girl Shrine, Bukit Puaka, Chek Jawa Nature Reserve, and Pulau Ubin Town. Your guide will also be spotting wild animals, stopping by rural farms and mangroves to share fascinating facts of Ubin's ecosystem.