.png)
The Malay KamPUng Heritage Walk is now SG Culture Pass eligible!
Content
About the Walk
Step into the living heritage of Pulau Ubin through the Malay KamPUng Heritage Walk, a descendant-led journey that brings you into the heart of Singapore's last surviving Malay village.
This walk is specially curated and guided by Syazwan—or Wan—a direct descendant of the Ubin Orang Pulau—the Malay islander community that once called Ubin home, through his maternal lineage.
This 2.5 hour guided walk covers approximately 5 kilometres, gently taking you through Ketuk Batu (Pekan Ubin), Kampung Sungei Durian and the former Kampung Surau—places that continue to hold deep meaning for the Ubin Orang Pulau.
Grounded in lived cultural and natural heritage, as well as personal memory, this experience invites you to reconnect stories with place, weaving together history and landscape in a way that reflects and honours the cultural identity of the Ubin Orang Pulau.
About the Guide
Nor Syazwan Bin Abdul Majid—or Wan—is a descendant of the Ubin Orang Pulau—the Malay islander community on Pulau Ubin, Singapore, through his maternal lineage. Raised on stories by his mother and elders, he developed a deep personal connection to the island's history, culture, and identity. In 2018, he founded Wan's Ubin Journal, a blog-turned social platform dedicated to honouring and remembering his roots.
Wan graduated from the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) in 2025 with a Bachelor's (Honours) in Social Work and minor in Sociology—a foundation that strengthens his respect for community voice and intergenerational memory. He later obtained his Singapore Tourism Board Tourist Guide Licence (#6407), enabling him to formally share his heritage with visitors while honouring the community he comes from.
His dedication to heritage preservation has earned national recognition. Wan is a Finalist for the President's Volunteerism & Philanthropy Awards 2025 (People of Good—Open Category) and a recipient of the SUSS Spirit Award 2024 for his continuous work with the Ubin Orang Pulau community.
Wan is deeply excited to walk with you along the same paths his ancestors once travelled—reconnecting memory with place and offering rare, heartfelt insights into the living spirit of Pulau Ubin.
This heritage walk is also more than a guided experience—it reflects Wan's responsibility as a cultural steward and his commitment to giving back, shaped by the values he holds through his faith.
To honour both the Ubin Orang Pulau heritage and the wider community, a minimum of:
By joining the Malay KamPUng Heritage Walk, you are contributing to these efforts—helping sustain cultural memory, supporting social good, and uplifting communities across Singapore.
Gallery
Testimonials
Wan is a great storyteller, the stories he shared were at times humourous and engaging and at times deeply moving
— Amy
I love Wan's commentary and sharing; super insightful and informative and really helped me look at Pulau Ubin under a new lens
— Julia
The BEST heritage trail I've ever been to!
— Analiza
I feel incredibly inspired by Wan’s desire to find out more about his heritage (and also preserve it). Growing up I’ve always been apathetic about who I am and where my grandparents, ancestors, etc. came from and now that I’m older, I feel this very strong desire to try and reconnect and find out more about my heritage; Wan really inspired me to reconnect with my roots
—Anonymous
I enjoyed Wan's superb explanation and personal stories that touch the heart and made a lasting impact for many
— Anonymous
Wan is a lovely guide and shared many stories close to his heart; it was clear that this was prepared with much time and effort
— Anonymous
And much more here—including write-ups and reviews.
FAQs, Safety Guidelines and Advisory
Click here to view the Frequently Asked Questions, safety guidelines and advisory regarding the tour.
Walk Schedule
Mon-Thu
8.30 AM
Fri
—
Sat-Sun & PH
8.30 AM
There is no minimum participants required—the walk will proceed even with a single booking!
Each walk is limited to 23 participants.
Walks are not available on Friday, Hari Raya Puasa, Hari Raya Haji as well as Public Holidays that fall on a Friday.
Reporting Venue
CHANGI POINT FERRY TERMINAL
51 Lorong Bekukong
Singapore 499172
Please ensure you are at the correct ferry terminal, as there is another with a similar name (Changi Ferry Terminal)
Gathering point will be on the ground level, close to the two flag poles
Nearest Bus Stops:
Changi Village Bus Terminal (99009)
Bus no. 2, 29, 59, 109
Before S'pore Aviation Ac (99181)
Bus no. 9, 19, 89, 89A, 89e
Nearest MRT stations:
EW4 Tanah Merah (transfer onto Bus no. 2)
DT33 Tampines East (transfer onto Bus no. 9, 19, 29, 59)
Rates
-
All rates are in Singapore Dollars (SGD)
-
Prices include $8 two-way bumboat fares
-
Participants who choose to remain on Pulau Ubin at the end of the walk will forfeit the return portion of the bumboat fare and must arrange and pay their own return trip ($4 per pax directly to bumboat operator)
-
Meals, refreshments, insurance and additional expenses are not provided
$100
Adult
(Ages 18 - 64)
$90
Senior
(Age 65 and above)
$80
Child & Youth
(Ages 7-17)
Discounted rates are available for schools and organisations!
Interested parties may ask for a quotation via email at wansubinjournal@gmail.com
SG Culture Pass
As of 12 February 2026, the Malay KamPUng Heritage Walk is now SG Culture Pass eligible!
Singaporeans aged 18 and above who intend to claim their SG Culture Pass credits for this walk, please click here to make your booking instead.
Booking
To book your slot, fill up the Google Form below!
Click here if you are facing difficulties viewing or accessing it.
IMPORTANT:
Walk-ins are not accepted. Guests must book in advance and will join a shared group led by Wan.
This ensures your spot is reserved, the group size is managed, and the tour could start punctually.
Please note that while the walks are offered on Mon - Thu, Sat - Sun, and most PHs, they will only run for confirmed bookings. If there are no registrations for a given day and time slot, the guide will not be present at Changi Point Ferry Terminal.
Disclaimer
Wan's Ubin Journal (WUJ), or Nor Syazwan Bin Abdul Majid, will not be held liable/responsible for any injuries (even death) and other inconvenience that occur before, during, and after the entirety of the Programme, including loss and damage of personal property, delay, cost, or expense arising during the entirety of the Programme which are beyond our control.
Wan's Ubin Journal (WUJ), or Nor Syazwan Bin Abdul Majid, will not in any circumstances, share your personal information with other individuals or organisations without your permission, including public organisations, corporations, or individuals, except when applicable by law. We do not sell, communicate, or divulge your information to any mailing lists.
By being part of the Programme, you are therefore agreeable and have provided consent for Wan's Ubin Journal (WUJ) to record, capture images and video recording/ footages of you throughout the entirety of the Programme, and are also agreeable for the mentioned captured media to be publicised on Wan's Ubin Journal's website and official social media platforms for publicity and/or marketing purposes.