Last weekend, the family decided to have a stroll within one of Singapore’s many small islands- Coney Island (also known as Serangoon Island/ Pulau Serangoon). It is 133 hectares and is located in the Northeastern coast of Singapore. It is connected to the mainland via a walkway from Punggol park connector and Punggol Settlement.

How To Get There

If you are driving over, park your car either at the Punggol Settlement carpark (paid) or the one next to it which is free but only has about 10-15 lots. After which, walk along the walkway to the entrance of the Island.

Our Experience

We went on a Sunday morning at around 8am. Due to travel restrictions imposed by Covid-19, we found it be a much more crowded than usual. But it was not a major issue, since most of the crowd was gathered at the 2 entrances. The crowd in the island itself was pretty spaced out and was quiet enough.

The distance from end to end (West to East) is approximately 6 kilometers, which at a slow walking pace would take just under an hour. The terrain for the main path is gravel, so comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

There are also multiple smaller paths dotted around the island but don’t worry, they are all short and merge with the main path. The smaller paths lead to the coast, so worth a visit if you want to see the sea.

A fun, family-friendly experience if you are looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Remember to bring water, insect repellent and watch out for the monkeys!