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Seek Sophie | Leica: Industrial Relics, Refugee Campsite & Wartime Secrets
Explore old relics & uncover Singapore's hidden history!
DURATION
3.5 hours
Booking type
Join-in trip
MEET UP
At location
Group size
Up to 8 guests
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Explore Singapore’s Forgotten Ruins Through the Lens of a Leica
Step into a hidden side of Singapore with this exclusive Seek Sophie | Leica experience, where history, urban exploration, and photography collide. This isn’t just a tour—it’s an adventure into forgotten stories, captured through the lens of a Leica camera.Every participant will get to use a Leica camera for the day, the world’s most legendary camera, making this a rare chance to document eerie, overgrown industrial ruins, abandoned refugee camps, and wartime relics with expert guidance.You’ll step into the silent halls of a defunct Shell lubricant plant, where vintage machinery stands frozen in time, and nature has reclaimed the space, creating an apocalyptic movie-like scene. But the adventure doesn’t stop there. Visit the grounds of a former mental hospital and Singapore’s only refugee camp before trekking deep into the forest to uncover a hidden World War II air raid shelter, accessible only by ladder.Limited Edition Experience (8 spots per date)12 Apr: SOLD OUT14 Jun: 7 spots leftWhat to Expect:Use a Leica camera for the day, with expert guidance at the start to refine your shots.Explore the eerie yet captivating remnants of a former Shell lubricant plant, where industry meets nature.Journey through silent halls, encountering vintage machinery and overgrown structures.Step into Singapore’s first and only refugee camp, built for Vietnamese refugees from the 1970s to 1990s.Uncover the lesser-known history of Woodlands, from its industrial past to wartime secrets.Venture off the beaten path, trekking through the forest to a hidden World War II air raid shelter.Descend into the air raid shelter via a ladder, stepping into history frozen in time.Learn from expert guides, Stanley and Eugene, passionate storytellers who bring forgotten history to life.At the end of the experience, you’ll have the option to follow the Leica team back to the Leica Flagship Store at South Beach Quarter for an exclusive behind-the-scenes visit.Good to know:No prior photography experience needed—this is perfect for documentary photography lovers and cultural storytellers.Wear comfortable shoes suitable for walking through forested areas.Bring a flashlight for enhanced visibility inside the air raid shelter.Be prepared for a moderate level of physical activity, including walking and climbing a ladder.As you will be taking a public bus between the 2 locations, please ensure you have a card/cash to pay the public bus fare.Seek Sophie | Leica: A One-of-a-Kind ExperienceSeek Sophie and Leica have teamed up to bring you this exclusive experience—designed for those who love exploring hidden worlds through their lens. What better way to uncover Singapore’s forgotten stories than with a legendary Leica camera in hand?Every guest on this exclusive experience will get to use a Leica, capturing eerie, overgrown industrial ruins, the silent halls of a former refugee camp, and a hidden World War II air raid shelter deep in the forest. With expert guidance at the start, you’ll learn how to document these hauntingly beautiful spaces, turning abandoned places into powerful visual stories.
Experience highlights
Exclusive access to government property!
Walkthrough vintage machinery
Shoot with a Leica camera
What You’ll be Doing
Explore Woodlands' hidden gems: an old Lubricant Plant, a former mental hospital & a WW2 air raid shelter.
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What’s Included
Loaned Leica camera
STB Licensed Guide
Optional transport to Leica's Flagship store at South Beach Quarter
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Next Available Dates
Prices shown in USD
Select Time for 09 Mar 2025
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Where we'll meet
Start Point
Meet-up at Former Shell Lubricant Plant beside 215 Marsiling Lane, 215 Marsiling Ln, Marsiling Lane, Singapore(215 Marsiling Ln, Marsiling Lane, Singapore)
- Meet at selected timeslot
- Notes: Public Transport: Bus 903 from Woodlands Interchange, hop off at bus stop Blk 206 Taxi: Drop off at 215 Marsiling Lane then walk 1 minute to the former Lubricant Blending Plant Parking: Closest start point: 216 Marsiling Lane carpark - Closest end point: 280 Woodlands Industrial Park, Harvest@ Woodlands Optional end point: you can choose to follow the Leica team back to the Leica store at South Beach Quarter
End Point
- End at End at Former View Road Mental Hospital (View Road, View Road, Singapore)
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Start & ends
Select your preferred date to see timings.
Suitability / Accessibility
- Recommended Age: 16+
Cancellation & other policies
- CancellationCancel 7 days before activity for a full refund
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$99.96 SGD/person
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Meet your host
Stanley and Eugene are the founders of Hidden Heritage, a project they started in 2024 to bring forgotten places back into the spotlight. With a shared love for adventure, photography, and history, they go beyond the surface, diving into archives to uncover stories that would otherwise be lost. Their dedication doesn’t stop there—they collaborate with government agencies to gain access to sites that most people never get to see. Through their efforts, they offer a rare glimpse into abandoned spaces, making history feel real and tangible. Whether it’s uncovering hidden details or sharing little-known facts, they bring a thoughtful and well-researched perspective to every place they explore.
Experience: 1 year
Speaks: Fluent English
Acceptance rate: 100%
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Helpful Questions
What should I pack?
Covered shoes and long pants are recommended
EZ link card to take the bus (4 stops)
Insect repellent
Minimally 1L of water
SD card (for the Leica camera)
USB-C cable + charger (for the Leica camera)
Umbrella/Poncho in case of rain
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Hi, is there any specific kind of memory card needed? I’m sony user, can i use the same memory type?thx**
Fara Verwey, 28 Feb 2025
Hi Fara,
Yes, the standard Sony memory card should be perfectly fine to use!
Your question would be very useful to the rest of the travel community!
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