The Sentosa Development Corporation (SDC) and STIC Travel Group (STIC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) today, 23rd October.

This new understanding aims to enhance Sentosa’s standing as a sustainable destination in the Indian market. 

The one-year partnership will seek to create innovative educational experiences targeted at students in India, highlighting Sentosa’s  sustainable practices and diverse ecosystems. 

Living classrooms for sustainability education

Likewise, the memorandum signifies a joint effort to design immersive learning experiences that utilise Sentosa’s unique environment as a living classroom to foster a deeper understanding of the importance of sustainability. 

These programmes will emphasise key concepts such as the United Nation’s  Sustainable Development Goals, carbon footprint reduction and biodiversity conservation. 

This partnership builds upon STIC’s broader efforts to boost educational tourism in Singapore by  offering Indian students an opportunity to explore Singapore’s heritage, sustainable development  initiatives and interactive learning experiences. 

A learning adventure

Central to this partnership is the launch of the Unchartered Sentosa tour designed to inspire  students to become advocates for positive environmental change in their own communities.

Slated to roll out in November 2024, Unchartered Sentosa offers Indian students a hands-on  exploration of sustainability principles through a diverse range of activities that includes intertidal exploration of the Southern Shores to learn about marine conservation and  coastal ecology; guided nature walks along Serapong and Imbiah Trail to discover native flora and fauna  in Sentosa; an Amazing Race-inspired adventure on Sentosa and St John’s Island to educate participants on the  importance and relevance of responsible consumption; interactive workshops that equip participants with ocean survival skills at Lazarus Island; visits to Sentosa’s sustainable attractions such as the Cable Car and Skyline Luge; as well as an Eco Tour of Siloso Beach Resort demonstrating real-world applications of sustainable design and green technology 

STIC Travel Group CEO Isha Goyal said of these initiatives: “Our partnership with SDC aligns perfectly with STIC’s mission to offer innovative and meaningful  travel experiences. By combining our  expertise in educational tourism with Sentosa’s world-class sustainable practices, we’re creating  a truly distinct offering for Indian students. This initiative not only enhances their global  perspective but also equips them with practical knowledge about sustainability that they can bring  back to their communities.”