Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve is a 202-hectare mangrove and wetland reserve in north-west Singapore, and the country’s first ASEAN Heritage Park. This guide covers opening hours, ticket prices, transport and parking, accessibility, and practical tips for planning your visit.
This guide was updated in August 2026.
Quick facts
| Opening hours | Daily, 7am–7pm (last entry 6:30pm) |
| Ticket prices | Free |
| Address | Visitor Centre, 60 Kranji Way, Singapore 739453 |
| Nearest transport | Kranji MRT station, then bus 925 (Mon–Sat) or 925M (Sun and public holidays) |
| Typical visit length | 2 to 3 hours |
Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve opening hours
The reserve is open daily from 7am to 7pm, with last entry at 6:30pm.
Some areas may close temporarily due to high tides, flooding, or bad weather; check the reserve’s official flood risk notices before visiting, and do not enter closed or flooded areas.
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Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve ticket prices
Entry to the reserve is free.
The reserve is not included in any city pass, since admission is already free for everyone.
Opening hours and current notices were checked on the official website and last updated in August 2026.
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How to get to Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve
From Kranji MRT station, take bus 925 on Mondays to Saturdays, or bus 925M on Sundays and public holidays.
The Visitor Centre address is 60 Kranji Way, Singapore 739453.
Parking near Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve
Free parking and bicycle racks are available at both the Visitor Centre and the Wetland Centre.
The Visitor Centre car park has 112 car lots, 6 motorcycle lots, 3 lots for handicapped visitors, and 5 bus lots. The Wetland Centre car park has 69 car lots, 10 motorcycle lots, 2 lots for handicapped visitors, and 5 bus lots.
How long to spend at Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve
Most visitors need 2 to 3 hours to explore the main trails, boardwalks, and viewing points.
Allow extra time during migratory bird season, from August to April, if birdwatching is a priority.
Accessibility at Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve
The reserve is wheelchair accessible.
Pets are not allowed within the reserve, in order to protect the wildlife.
Inside Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve: what to see
Eagle Point offers a lookout for spotting eagles and other raptors hunting above the sea, while the 18-metre-high Aerie Tower gives panoramic views over the whole reserve.
A mangrove boardwalk allows visitors to explore the mangrove forest closely without stepping into the mud, and the Migratory Bird Trail and Coastal Trail’s Kingfisher Pod offer further wildlife viewpoints.
Wildlife includes Malayan water monitors, the estuarine crocodile, and the smooth-coated otter, alongside resident birds such as bulbuls, herons, egrets, kingfishers, and sunbirds.
Migratory bird season runs from August to April, when species such as whimbrels, common greenshanks, common redshanks, and Pacific golden plovers pass through the reserve.
Practical visitor tips
| Tip |
|---|
| Check the flood risk and closure notices on the official website before visiting, particularly around high tides. |
| Visit during migratory bird season, August to April, for the widest variety of bird species. |
| Avoid loud noises, including playing music through speakers, to protect the wildlife and other visitors’ experience. |
| Leave pets, drones, and bicycles at home, since none of these are permitted within the reserve. |
| Bring water and sun protection, since much of the reserve’s boardwalk network is exposed to direct sun. |
Frequently asked questions about Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Is Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve suitable for children? | Yes, with boardwalks and viewing towers suited to family visits. |
| Do you need to book tickets in advance? | No, entry is free and requires no ticket, though group tours of more than 30 people need a permit. |
| Is the reserve open on public holidays? | Yes, with the same 7am to 7pm hours as other days. |
| Are pets allowed? | No, pets are not permitted anywhere in the reserve. |
| Is the reserve wheelchair accessible? | Yes, the reserve is confirmed wheelchair accessible. |
Things to do near Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve
Kranji Marshes, a freshwater wetland with its own birdwatching tower, is a short distance away. Kranji Reservoir Park offers further green space and reservoir views nearby.
Kranji War Memorial, commemorating Commonwealth soldiers from the Second World War, lies a short drive away. Kranji MRT station connects onward to the rest of Singapore’s rail network.
Alternative attractions
Jurong Lake Gardens, in the west of Singapore, offers a landscaped garden experience rather than a wetland reserve. Gardens by the Bay, in central Singapore, provides a large-scale garden and conservatory complex.
Pulau Ubin, off Singapore’s north-east coast, is a rustic island reserve with mangroves, quarries, and cycling trails. Chek Jawa Wetlands, on Pulau Ubin, offers a similarly rich coastal and mangrove ecosystem reachable by boat.
More Singapore travel
Other Singapore travel guides on Planet Whitley include:
- Practical visitor guides to the National Museum of Singapore, National Gallery Singapore and Asian Civilisations Museum.
- Guides to the Mandai Wildlife Reserve‘s attractions: Bird Paradise, Curiosity Cove, Exploria, the Mandai Boardwalk, the Night Safari, Rainforest Wild Asia and River Wonders.
- Guides to Singapore’s parks, gardens and nature reserves: Singapore Botanic Gardens, Bukit Timah Nature Reserve, Labrador Nature Reserve, Fort Canning Park, Mount Faber Park and Merlion Park.
- What to expect on the Singapore Cable Car.
- Singapore beach guides: Siloso Beach, Palawan Beach and Tanjong Beach.
