Overseas Trips: Years 10-13
Overseas Trips: Years 10-13
PLEASE NOTE:
Program costs are estimates and subject to change based on student enrollment and flight prices. A final cost will be confirmed when the final payment is issued. Initially, a deposit will be required to secure your place. The final payment will be issued before we break for the summer holidays, and your deposit payment represents a commitment to pay the total fee.
Participants/parents are responsible for obtaining necessary visas and ensuring passport validity (six months beyond the return date).
Trips generally depart on Saturday and return on Friday.
Year group recommendations are suggestions only; program selection is open based on availability.
Itineraries may be adjusted based on student interests and available opportunities.
The flight number may change depending on carrier availability and the final confirmation of bookings.
In Northern Thailand, students will enjoy the wide-range of activities, such as rafting, kayaking, cooking and climbing. The service projects involve supporting in local schools, through either teaching or constructing new infrastructure.
Previous Trip Rating: 8.22
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Suggested Year Groups: Y10 & Y11
Approximate cost: HK$11,200
Service Provider:
The MRV Project
Flight Footprint (per student): 0.72MT
Students will explore the Andaman Coast while helping at a Sea Turtle Conservation Center. Highlights include a hike through Khao Sok National Park, snorkelling, cooking, muay thai, and surfing.
Students will support the community in building clay buildings for the local community in the city of Baan Meejo. Other activities include hiking through local Buddhist temples, shopping in the local night markets, swimming in a local waterfall and a cooking class.
Students will participate in various exciting activities ranging from breathtaking hikes, to traditional cooking classes, to snorkel trips. The group will also learn about sustainability in marine life will be creating rafting coral nurseries and reef Dome projects.
This program combines outdoor adventure and service. Students participate in a variety of activities including hiking, wakeboarding, Muay Thai or Eco Arts, cooking, and team challenges, along with several days of service learning focused on elephant conservation and a sustainable agriculture project.
Previous Trip Rating: 8.38
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Suggested Year Groups: Y10 & Y11
Approximate cost: HK$11,400
Service Provider:
The MRV Project
Flight Footprint (per student): 0.73MT
The program offers an opportunity to engage in hands-on conservation efforts in Malaysia's rainforest. Activities include rock climbing, caving, jungle survival skills, working in a tree nursery, planting trees, and visiting a cocoa farm.
Students will stay at a purpose-built Earth camp and participate in a range of high-octane experiences, such as stand-up paddle boarding, white water rafting, high ropes, caving and climbing. There will also be a focus on sustainability.
Previous Trip Rating: 8.60
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Suggested Year Groups: Y10 to Y12
Approximate cost: HK$14,100
Service Provider:
Nomad Adventures
Flight Footprint (per student): 0.90MT
Activities are categorised into Beach & Ocean Adventure, Conservation, and Culture. Beach & Ocean Adventure includes surfing instruction with a 1:3 coach ratio, lifesaving skills training, and various beach sports. Conservation activities involve a Mangrove Wildlife Cruise, Mangrove Planting, and a Beach & Mangrove Clean-up. Culture includes a Batik & Tye Dye Workshop, Beach Yoga, and visits to a local village.
Trip Rating: NEW
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Suggested Year Groups: Y10 to Y13
Approximate cost: HK$14,000
Service Provider:
ISSC
Flight Footprint (per student): 0.90MT
Borneo Wildlife Conservation
The service project involves hands-on experiences, such as river cleaning, with students also learning about the problems surrounding its wildlife through sanctuary visits. There are also a number of activities, such as biking and rafting.
Previous Trip Rating: 7.94
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Suggested Year Groups: Y10 to Y13
Approximate cost: HK$16,100
Service Provider:
Borneo Dreams
Flight Footprint (per student): 0.90MT
This program blends creativity with hands-on action. Develop your artistic skills while making a difference through meaningful community projects.
Previous Trip Rating: 6.91
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Suggested Year Groups: Y10 to Y13
Approximate cost: HK$12,300
Service Provider:
Wide Eyed
Flight Footprint (per student): 0.51MT
The Vietnam Service Trip takes school groups to mountain villages in northern Vietnam to work on community-selected projects like refurbishing classrooms and setting up libraries. This life-changing experience helps students improve lives while fostering global awareness and lasting friendships.
Discover wildlife trafficking and conservation by assisting caretakers with feeding and rehabilitation activities. Experience a night safari to observe animals like civets and deer in their natural habitat, followed by a Sampan river cruise through Ninh Binh's limestone caves and rice fields, often referred to as "Halong Bay on land."
This program offers thrilling outdoor adventures like hiking, rafting, jet boating, luging, along with impactful community experiences. You'll explore beautiful landscapes, face challenges, and develop valuable life skills.
Previous Trip Rating: 9.60
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Suggested Year Groups: Y11 to Y13
Approximate cost: HK $32,000
Service Provider:
MDA Experiences
Note: Students MUST be aged at least 14 years old, on or before, Saturday 31st October 2026 to join this trip.
Flight Footprint (per student): 3.7MT
This program explores Oze National Park through hiking and camping, engage in sustainable forestry projects, and enjoy activities like canyoning, whitewater rafting, and mountain biking.
Students will immerse in nomadic culture by exploring Ger districts, visiting families, and discovering Ulaanbaatar's history. They will engage with students at the Terelj community school, and contribute to sustainable projects.
African Conservation Experience
This once in a lifetime trip will provide students with the opportunity to visit a National Park in South Africa. They will immerse themselves in the exploration and understanding of wildlife-related issues and actively contribute to projects.
Previous Trip Rating: 9.17
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Suggested Year Groups: Y11 to Y13
Approximate cost: HK $36,000
Service Provider:
African Conservation Experience (ACE)
Note: Students MUST be aged at least 14 years old, on or before, Saturday 31st October 2026 to join this trip.
Flight Footprint (per student): 4.5MT
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The Tea Horse Road - Yunnan, China
An unforgettable adventure on the Tea and Horse Road, where you'll tackle challenging terrian and engage with local communities!
Trip Rating: NEW
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Suggested Year Groups: Y10 to Y13
Approximate cost: HK $11,000
Service Provider:
The Hutong
Flight Footprint (per student): 0.59MT
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Colombo - Tea Life
Through service projects and community interaction in the Maskeliya tea region, this program is focused on community development and cultural exchange. Activities include tea picking, wildlife spotting on an elephant safari, visiting a tsunami center, and a surfing lesson in Weligama.
This trip to Puerto Galera, Philippines, provides students with the opportunity to complete their PADI diving qualification and enjoy fun diving at the area's excellent dive sites. There is also a focus on service through the environmental awareness work and a visit to a local school.
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Suggested Year Groups: Y12 & Y13
Approximate cost: HK$16,500
Service Provider:
World Volunteer
Note: Students MUST be aged at least 15 years old, on or before, Saturday, 31st October 2026 to join this trip & have no underlying health conditions preventing them from diving.
Flight Footprint (per student): 0.74MT
Katja House Kathmandu - Orphanage Service Trip
Island School have enjoyed a significant partnership with Katja House, for well over 20 years. During this profound experience, our students will support students (aged 4-14 years old) at this orphanage. There will also be opportunities to experience the unique culture of Nepal
Previous Trip Rating: 9.33
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Suggested Year Groups: Y12 & Y13
Approximate cost: HK$15,700
Flight Footprint (per student): 0.90MT
Support Yayasan Widya Guna, a centre for children and adults with special needs, while joining local kids in morning rituals and dance to immerse yourself in Balinese culture. Help build artificial reef stars or hike a dormant volcano for adventure.