Sungei Buloh is a 202-hectare reserve of mangroves, mudflats and ponds on Singapore's north-west coast, and the country's first ASEAN Heritage Park. It is one of the best places in Singapore to see wildlife up close from a boardwalk.
Getting there
Take the MRT to Kranji, then bus 925 (Monday to Saturday) or 925M (Sundays and public holidays). Parking and bicycle racks are free at the Visitor Centre and the Wetland Centre - but cycling is not allowed inside the reserve.
What you can see
- Reptiles: Malayan water monitors are common; clouded and Dumeril's monitors and estuarine crocodiles are seen less often.
- Mammals: smooth-coated otters.
- Resident birds: herons, egrets, kingfishers, bulbuls and sunbirds all year.
- Migratory birds (August to April): whimbrels, common greenshanks, common redshanks and Pacific golden plovers.
Highlights include the mangrove boardwalk, the 18-metre Aerie Tower lookout, Eagle Point, the Kingfisher Pod and the Migratory Bird Trail.
When to go
Come between August and April for migratory shorebirds, and early in the morning for cooler air and more active wildlife. Some areas flood at high tide or in bad weather and are closed on those days - check the NParks notices before you set off and never enter a flooded or closed area.
Free guided walks
Free option: NParks runs free guided walks on selected Saturdays, 9.30-11am, starting at the Visitor Centre information counter (for example "What's in my mangrove?"). Check the NParks events calendar for dates.
Tips and safety
- Stay on the paths and boardwalks, and do not lean over railings near the water: estuarine crocodiles live here.
- Bring binoculars, water and insect repellent.
- Pets, cycling, jogging, scooters, drones and loud music are not allowed. Groups of more than 30 need a permit.
- Do not enter during bad weather.
FAQs
When is the best time to see migratory birds?
From August to April, ideally early in the morning.
Are there crocodiles at Sungei Buloh?
Yes, estuarine crocodiles live in the reserve. Stay on the paths and boardwalks and keep away from the water's edge.
Can I bring my dog or bicycle?
No. Pets and cycling are not allowed in the reserve. Free bicycle racks are available at the entrances.
Related guides
Sources
- NParks: Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve (checked 9 November 2026)