i been there 2 times, both times missed the low tide so basically reaching there only see sea water haha. if u want to go there yourself, u need to check for the tide times.
when u want to go? i haven been there since i bought my DSLR.
the boat trip cost only $2.50 to and another $2.50 back if not wrong ...
if you dont mind i recommend this itinerary on past experience.
walk all the way to chek jawa and then after all is done, pay for the minibus service back to the pier.
the walk is about two hours if stop here and there to take pics. the minibus is a regular service but like the ferry, they wont move for less then 5-6 people. forgot how much though.May I know how long is the walk? Do they have regular minibus service that ply between the jetty and Chek Jawa?