Be dazzled by wild, mystical characters in Mystica Quest at Singapore’s Night Safari, writes
Peggy Loh
THE year-end holidays are here and visitors to the Singapore Night Safari can enjoy Mystica, its signature event, and be dazzled by an enchanting ensemble of wild, mystical characters in their journey through the park.
From now until Dec 20, 200 lucky visitors who complete the Mystica Quest every Friday and Saturday night will be rewarded with glittery gifts.
At first, you meet the mysterious and magical Island Keeper at the Entrance Plaza who will encourage you to start your journey by navigating challenges and solving puzzles.
In your journey to each of the four stations, you will meet curious creatures who will guide you along to complete simple tasks and earn coloured wrist gems.
Wear each gem on your wrist as you collect them and at the end of your quest, the first 200 visitors can, claim their gifts when they present all four wrist gems at the Redemption Counter.
Get ready to come face-to-face with whimsical denizens of the forest like the Jumparoo with his springy dance steps, the scintillating Slithery Snake with her shimmery moves and the most divine of the Mystica inhabitants, the Ravishing Raven.
Seize the opportunity to snap a selfie with the raven and let the stationmaster upload it onto the screen for real-time viewing. This is how easy it is for you to earn your first Blue Sapphire wrist gem!
If you have never seen a Malayan tapir, then you should spot it at Night Safari, the first park for nocturnal animals that is focused on captive breeding of threatened animal species like Malayan tigers, Asian elephants, Asian lions, fishing cats, red dholes, anoas, markhors and bantengs.
There’s a comfortable tram ride or you can enjoy the walking trails to view the animals but just don’t miss the impressive sight of Night Safari’s iconic bull elephant, Chawang!
Look out for Trail Guardians like the Forest Faries at the East Lodge Station and a pair of amazing dancing zebras.
Then take a trek into the tropical rainforest to discover the treasures of Naracoorte Cave and help keep the treasures safe.
While you enjoy your Mystica journey, keep an eye on the show times to catch the excitement in the Creatures Of The Night Show, held in the amphitheatre.