2025 Pesta Ubin - Guided Photography Sessions
Intertidal Session Participants at House No.1
Pesta Ubin is an annual festival initiated and hosted by NParks Singapore. The festival showcases Pulau Ubin's rustic charm, heritage, sustainability and conservation efforts through a variety of immersive activities.
This year's edition took place between 14 to 28 Jun 2025. 4 guided photography session were organised by NPSS which each trip led by 2 experienced NPSS members:
- 14 Jun 2025, Saturday: Night Macro (Led by Seah & Paula)
- 15 Jun 2025, Sunday: Intertidal (Led by Ian & Peng Fai)
- 27 Jun 2025, Friday: Avian & Wildlife (Led by Daryl & Mahesh)
- 28 Jun 2025, Sunday: Sunrise & Landscapes (Led by Charmaine & Han)
The trips were offered to both NPSS members and open to the general public. All trips were fully subscribed.
SUNRISE & LANDSCAPES
Sunrise from Chek Jawa Wetlands
INTERTIDAL
On the Chek Jawa mudflats during sunrise.
Mudflats at the Chek Jawa Wetlands are not typically open to the public. However during Pesta Ubin, access was granted to the mudflats via an accompanying NParks officer and NPSS member guides. The group was able to go down to the mudflats to view the creatures such as hermit crabs up close, instead of being confined to the boardwalks.
Hermit Crab
AVIAN & WILDLIFE
A Grey Heron snags a catch
Likewise, the avian & wildlife group started the photography actions at the Chek Jawa mudflats, before proceeding to other waypoints on the island.
Flight path of a Collared Kingfisher
NIGHT MACRO
Unlike the other trips, the Night Macro photography outing started around 7pm and ended in the wee hours of next day's morning. The nocturnal timing of the session was selected to allow for better observation of small creatures which seek the cover of darkness.
Shield-Back Bug
It is our hope that through these guided trips trips, participants get to experience the beautiful landscape and wonderful nature of Pulau Ubin. This could lead them to a deeper appreciation for Ubin’s rich heritage and remarkable biodiversity.
Avian & Wildlife Session Participants at Ubin Jetty.