Summer Adventurer Course:
Age 15－17
5 days of adventure to that builds resilience, leadership and practical outdoor skills through guided sea‑and‑land challenges, solo reflection and team expeditions.
QUICK FACTS
Who is it for?
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Age 15-17
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Intermediate / Journey-based
How Long? When?
5 Days 4 Nights
Course Date:
July 13-17, 2026 (Click to enrol)
July 20-24, 2026 (Click to enrol)
August 10-14, 2026 (Click to enrol)
August 17-21, 2026 (Click to enrol)
***You are also welcome to form your own group of 12 participants**
Group Size?
12 per group
Instructor-to-participant ratios:
General land-based, non-technical activities – 1:12
Activities with technical elements (i.e. water, high element) – 2:12
Where?
OBHK Tai Mong Tsai (TMT) Base and Hong Kong coastal / country park areas
Accommodation: Wild camping
How Much?
HKD 6,000
*All meals included.
***Dietary needs and allergies catered for
Certificate?
YES, ofcourse!
COURSE OVERVIEW
The Adventurer Course is an immersive five‑day, four‑night programme for 15–17‑year‑olds that combines purposeful sea‑and‑land challenges with structured reflection to support real personal growth. Based on scenic Wong Wan Chau (Double Island), participants rotate through progressive modules — coastal navigation and kayaking, expedition hiking and route planning, campcraft and wild camping — plus supervised solo time and nightly debriefs that turn moments of challenge into lasting learning. A signature highlight is the Sunrise Summit Challenge: a guided pre‑dawn hike (hiking in the dark) that culminates in watching the sunrise — a powerful moment of achievement and reflection.
Led by OBHK’s qualified full‑time instructors and delivered to AEE‑aligned standards, the course is not about testing limits for their own sake but about helping teens build resilience, practical outdoor competence and clearer direction as they prepare for the next stages of school and life.
Who is it for?
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Young people aged 15–17 ready for longer, immersive outdoor challenges.
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Preparing for school or life transitions and seeking greater confidence, independence and leadership.
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School groups or individuals seeking practical outdoor skills plus guided personal development.
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No previous Outward Bound experience is required.
Why Outward Bound?
Outward Bound Hong Kong (registered charity since 1970) has helped hundreds of thousands of young people build resilience, confidence and practical life skills through accredited experiential programmes.
Our instructors are AEE‑accredited and safety‑trained, specializing in journey-based development for teenagers.
What will participants experience?
CHALLENGE. REFLECTION.
COACHED FEEDBACK
Participants will travel to Wong Wan Chau (Double Island) in northeastern Hong Kong, within Yan Chau Tong Marine Park and Plover Cove Country Park. There they will explore protected coastal and marine environments — including mangroves and seagrass beds — while taking part in progressive sea‑and‑land challenges, wild camping, solo reflection and cultural visits to nearby Hakka villages.
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Progressive sea & land challenges: coastal kayaking, expedition hiking, jetty‑jump and ropes challenges.
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Wild camping & campcraft: pitching tents, camp routines and simple field cooking.
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Navigation & route planning: map reading, compass use and team route decision‑making.
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Supervised solo reflection time with facilitated debriefs and peer feedback.
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Real‑condition experiential learning to practise adaptability and situational judgement.
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Learning Outcomes
Throughout the journey, participants will gain #FutureSkills and measurable personal & interpersonal capabilities through progressive challenge and reflection:
They will develop:
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Resilience: cope with setbacks, recover and persist.
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Leadership: lead small tasks, make decisions and support teammates.
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Teamwork & empathy: collaborate effectively, communicate clearly and care for others.
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Growth mindset: embrace feedback, learn from setbacks and try new approaches.
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Independence & self‑management: routines, responsibility and practical self‑reliance.
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Practical outdoor competence: navigation, campcraft, coastal skills and safety.
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Problem‑solving & situational judgement: assess risk, make team decisions and adapt to changing conditions.
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Reflective practice: use solo time and debriefs to translate experience into personal learning.
What difference can parents see?
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Greater confidence in new or unfamiliar situations
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Improved self‑management: routines and personal responsibility
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Clearer communication, cooperation and stronger empathy with peers
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Practical independence: uses basic outdoor skills and follows camp routines
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Calmer, quicker recovery from setbacks
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Emerging leadership: plans or leads small tasks under instructor supervision
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More reflective: talks about learning, choices and next steps after the course
Safety Highlights
1. All sessions run by experienced, qualified, competent full‑time instructors
2.Instructor-to-student ratios:
General land-based, non-technical activities – 1:12
Activities with technical elements – 2:12
3. Comprehensive risk assessments and emergency protocols
4. Robust child safeguarding policies and ongoing staff training
5. Programs aligned with standards from the Outward Bound International network and overseen by an independent External Risk Management Committee, with institutional accreditation from the Association for Experiential Education (AEE).
Medical & Fitness Requirements
1. Submit completed medical form and consent
2. Inform us of allergies, medications, or special needs
3. Basic fitness required (able to join school PE lesson)
READY TO ENROL?
Course Fee: HKD 6,000
What is included?
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All instructor-led sessions
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All equipment
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Accommodation
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All meals
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Local transfers during programme
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Pre‑course briefing for parents/guardians
What to bring?
(For reference only. A full packing list will be provided upon enrolment.)
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Daypack
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Water bottle
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Closed-toe shoes (hiking)
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Spare clothes
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Light rain jacket
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Sun hat
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Swimwear & towel
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Toiletries
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Small torch
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Personal medication (clearly labelled)
Payment Method: Credit card, FPS, bank transfer.
Sponsorship: Eligible for Working Family and Student Financial Assistance
General Refund Policy:
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If for personal/ family circumstances you need to cancel and refund your program, after the deduction of the HKD1,000 administration charge, you can obtain a conditional refund according to the following conditions:
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The remaining balance will be refunded providing written notice is received at least 30 working days prior to program commencement.
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50% of the balance will be refunded for written notice received 20 working days prior to program commencement.
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No refund will be made if written notice of cancellation is received less than 20 working days before program commencement.
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OBHK reserves the right to cancel a program for various reasons. OBHK may also refuse participation in the program at its sole discretion, determines to be incapable of meeting the rigors or requirements for participating in the program:
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o A full refund or an alternative program will be offered. There is no administration charge incurred.
FAQ
Q: How strenuous is the course?
A: Participants will hike and/or kayak for several hours per day with rests. Basic fitness is required, and instructors pace the group according to conditions and ability.
Q: Do participants need to be strong swimmers?
A: No, but they should be comfortable around water. Lifejackets are worn for all water activities and instructors provide close supervision.
Q: What happens in bad weather?
A: Activities adapt to conditions; safety is prioritised. Some sessions may move to alternative land-based options.
Q: Are instructors first-aid trained?
A: Yes — all lead instructors hold current first-aid and water-safety qualifications.
Q: Can my child take medication?
A: Yes — disclose and label medication on the medical form; staff will store/administer as required.
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