Pack a picnic lunch – plus plenty of water, sunscreen and insect repellent – and get ready for a day of island hopping. Start your journey at Saint John’s Island, which has, at various stages, housed a quarantine station, penal settlement and rehabilitation centre. With a history as colourful as the corals and reef life that surround it, you can spend a few hours soaking in the idyllic charm of its beaches and swimming lagoons, exploring its trekking routes or even opting for a spot of fishing. Venture further and be suitably rewarded with one of Singapore’s best kept secrets: a 20-minute walk away lies Lazarus Island, a secluded and undeveloped island with clear waters and white sandy beaches. Find a spot, stake your claim and spend the rest of the day lapping up the peace and quiet.  

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One of the eight Southern Islands, Saint John’s Island is situated around 6.5km to the south of Singapore. You can purchase round-trip ferry tickets to Saint John’s Island at Marina South Pier, including a stop at Kusu Island.

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