Changi Beach sunrise paired with Changi Village breakfast makes for the perfect morning out in Singapore. Ever since Mum was diagnosed with breast cancer, she’s been creating a bucket list of experiences she wants to tick off – and watching the sunrise by the sea was one of them.
So on a quiet morning, long before the world stirred, my hubby and I picked up the folks and headed towards Changi Beach. By the time we arrived around 6:15am, the sky was still pitch dark. The sea and sand melted into one shadowy horizon. Yet there was something deeply soothing about being there – breathing in the salty air, feeling the cool breeze on our skin, and listening to the rhythm of the waves as the world slowly began to wake.
Catching the first whispers of dawn as the sky slowly wakes up.
Beach Exploration During Low Tide
It just happened to be low tide that morning, so much of the sand was exposed. We didn’t even think of bringing torches because the flashlight from our mobile phones weren’t bright enough for us to properly spot nature on the beach. So yes, if you’re coming to Changi Beach at this time, please bring torches!
As we slowly strolled along the beach, we spotted a little fish that had been stranded. Realised it was still breathing, so managed to pick it up and release it into the water.
Further along, we noticed loads of small dead fish scattered around – no wonder the birds were lining up along the shore like they were at a seafood buffet!
Even saw a sea urchin too.
Cloudy Skies But Beautiful Moments
It was a pity that it was so cloudy that morning, so we couldn’t really see the “egg yolk” coming up from the horizon. Nonetheless, it was still a beautiful sight. As the sky got illuminated, we could see a few people treading on the low tide shore, seemingly foraging for seafood.
Because we were near Changi Airport, we could catch planes in the air too, which added an unexpected bonus to our Changi Beach sunrise experience. It may not have been the best sunrise view, but Mum was satisfied and happy, and that’s the most important thing.
Nothing more soothing than a quiet beach under a freshly awakened blue sky.
From here, you can hop on a bumboat to Pulau Ubin or simply enjoy the view of fishing boats.
From Beach to Hawker Centre
After our beach walk, we strolled over to Changi Village Hawker Centre for breakfast. Mum said she had never been there before, making it another new experience for her.
We arrived around 7:30am and initially wanted to eat carrot cake, but the stall wasn’t open yet. There was already a short queue at Weng Kee, so we joined in. More than 10 years ago, hubby and I came here to eat Weng Kee Original Taste Ipoh Hor Fun and even blogged about it. After so many years, they’re still here at Changi Village and at the same spot. The uncle serving us was very friendly too.
Wanton Mee
We ordered the Wanton Mee for $4. Noodles were springy and had a nice texture. Char siew was average. This wasn’t the best wanton mee I’ve had, but the boiled wantons and fried wantons were delicious. The filling was very well seasoned with a proper meaty bite. I actually regretted not ordering a side of fried wantons to share!
Chicken Cutlet Hor Fun
The Chicken Cutlet Hor Fun at $4 was pretty good. The chicken cutlet had loads of flavour, and the hor fun was like the Ipoh hor fun type. The chilli had a proper kick too.
The small portion is really quite small, but perfect for a light breakfast. If you’re ordering for lunch or dinner, you may want to order the large version for just a dollar more.
A surprise visitor before we left the hawker centre — a hornbill up close!
Mummy and her fluffy little ones — cuteness overload!
A peaceful moment with nature, as a macaque watched us depart.
Wrapping Up Our Morning Adventure
All in all, it was a great morning out. We enjoyed strolling by the beach in the dark and waiting in anticipation as the first ray of light appeared in the sky. In no time, the area was illuminated and bright. It felt refreshing to be awake at such early hours when most people were probably still asleep.
What You Need to Know Before Going
- Check the weather and tide table before coming
- Bring proper torches if it’s low tide for beach exploration
If you’re thinking of catching the sunrise in Singapore, Changi Beach is definitely worth a visit. Just keep those handy tips in mind and you’ll get to soak in nature while making some really lovely memories. 😉