The best summer camps for kids in Hong Kong 2024

Summer camps are a great time for Hong Kong kids and teens to try new things, make friends and have lots of fun! They also allow a little breather for parents over the holidays! With summer just around the corner, discover our selection of the best summer camps in Hong Kong in 2024.

Multi-activity

Guidepost Summer Camps

Guidepost Montessori is breaking boundaries this summer, as it takes learning to a whole new level by travelling across the seas.

With locations in Bali, Hong Kong, and multiple cities in Mainland China, Guidepost Summer Camps offer children an exciting opportunity to uncover diverse cultures and create lasting memories. 

Each camp explores a specific theme, encouraging children to discover and learn as they immerse themselves in different regions and engage in activities that foster creativity and personal growth. 

In Hong Kong, Guidepost Montessori will offer its ‘Around The World‘ Summer Camp at multiple locations across the city, including Causeway Bay, Chai Wan, Clearwater Bay, Discovery Bay, Happy Valley, Kennedy Town, and Pok Fu Lam. Children will explore a new continent each week through engaging activities, exciting projects, and games. 

For families looking to combine a vacation with unique learning opportunities, Guidepost Montessori AYANA Bali is a brand-new purpose-built school offering an immersive English and Mandarin environment, and Montessori learning experiences. Families staying at AYANA Bali can enjoy discounted accommodation, when participating in Guideposts’ ‘Bali Adventure’ Summer Camp. 

Guidepost also offers ‘Immersive Mandarin’ Summer Camp at its locations in Beijing, Guangzhou, Hangzhou and Shanghai. Young children will be immersed in a native Mandarin environment led by trained and qualified Montessori guides. Children will have the unique opportunity to learn in an inspiring setting and explore the rich history and culture of the cities.

Whether your child participates locally or overseas, they can expect a warm welcome, unique activities, new friendships, and the opportunity to learn new skills. Attending these camps provides a fun and enriching experience and promotes global awareness, cultural sensitivity, and an appreciation for diversity. 

Guidepost offers flexibility, with the option to join week-long camps, or for the whole summer. Enrol your child for three or more weeks to enjoy a 5% discount.

When: July 1 to August 24 (weekly enrollment, varies by location)

Where: Bali, Beijing, Guangzhou, Hangzhou, Shanghai, and all Guidepost Montessori campuses in Hong Kong (Causeway Bay, Chai Wan, Clearwater Bay, Discovery Bay, Happy Valley, Kennedy Town, Pok Fu Lam, Academy of Innovation)

Age: Six months to 12 years (varies by location)

How much? From $750 per week (HKD)

Contact: Call/WhatsApp: +852 9126 6211; admissions@guidepost.hk 

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City Kids Preschool & Little Stars

City Kids is excited to announce the return of their highly sought-after and affordable summer camps! Located in a charming historic building in Mid-Levels, City Kids offers a one-of-a-kind early childhood education experience. In July, City Kids Little Stars will host immensely popular summer camps for children aged ten months to three years (accompanied). Additionally, City Kids Preschool Summer Camp is available for older kids aged 3-5 years (unaccompanied). 

Each week at the preschool camp, children can delve into a different theme, such as Roarsome Dinosaurs, Pirates and Mermaids, Science STEM, and Space Adventure. In Week 1, children will travel back to the dinosaur’s age and uncover the ancient world’s mysteries. Week 2 offers the chance to embark on exciting pirate escapades, uncover hidden riches, and transform into enchanting mermaids. Week 3 will ignite your child’s curiosity with the Science STEM programme, while the final week will take children on an extraordinary space adventure where they can explore planets, conduct hands-on experiments, construct rockets, and don astronaut gear. 

When: July 2-26, Little Stars: 9.30-11.30am, 2-4pm; Preschool: 9am-noon

Where: City Kids Preschool and Playgroup, 2/F East Wing, 12 Borrett Road, Mid Levels

Age: 10 months – 5 years

How much: Little Stars: $1,560 for six sessions, $260 for each additional session (minimum six sessions); Preschool: $2,000 per week ($1,600 for Week 1)

Contact: +852 2522 4446, admin@citykidshk.org, citykidshk.org

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Ark Eden

Join Ark Eden this summer for eight weeks of learner-led nature adventures and eco-fun! 

Explore Ark Eden’s incredible accredited forest school site located in the Mui Wo foothills, where every day is a new opportunity to make new friends, learn new skills and build confidence and self-reliance. 

Children can dive into open-ended play on Mondays and Fridays and create with water, mud, and all that nature provides. On other days, groups venture out to the beaches and waterfalls, immersing themselves in planet-stewardship eco-activities, Forest School skill building, nature connection, and engaging in imaginative and whimsical story-based adventure dramas. Each day offers a new theme, such as ‘It’s a Bug’s Life‘ and ‘Private Survival Camp‘. 

Designed for children ages 5-10, Ark Eden’s programmes offer the perfect blend of guided activities and unstructured exploration relevant to each age group. Children will get their hands dirty and their spirits refreshed as they experience the freedom of being a child unburdened from their devices and pressure of school. Experience the magic of Ark Eden this summer! Single and multi day packages available. 

When: July 1-August 23

Where: Mui Wo (drop off/pick-up: Central Pier or Mui Wo Ferry Pier)

Age: 5-10 years. 

How much? From $670 per day. Enjoy a 10% discount on all bookings before May 31. 

Find out more: 5117 4537 / arkedenonlantau.org

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Camp Beaumont Asia

Camp Beaumont, a well-established British camp operator with 40 years of experience in the UK, is bringing back its popular Summer Camp Programme to Hong Kong this year. The camp offers a wide range of activities conducted in English, aiming to boost confidence, develop social skills, ignite curiosity, and foster lasting friendships among young campers. With partnerships with renowned educational institutions in Hong Kong such as Malvern College, Wycombe Abbey School, Dibber International Kindergarten, and Malvern College Pre-School, Camp Beaumont ensures top-notch facilities for an enriching camp experience.  For more information and bookings, please visit their website.

When: July 8-August 9

Where: Locations across Hong Kong including Malvern College, Wycombe Abbey School and Nord Anglia International Early Years Preschool Sai Kung

Age: 2.5-12 years old

How much? $2,000 to $4,500 per week

Contact: +852 6549 8602, campbookings@campbeaumont.hk

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Camp Asia

Ensure your child has an unforgettable summer break with Camp Asia! Offering a wide range of engaging activities for kids aged 4 to 14, including arts, English, coding, and sports, this summer marks the third year of Camp Asia in Hong Kong after eight successful years in Singapore. With engaging instructors leading hands-on learning experiences, all activities are tailored to suit different age groups. Located at the Stamford American School in Kowloon, families can choose from morning, afternoon, or full-day sessions, with the flexibility to enrol for one week or all five weeks. Take advantage of the 10% discount by booking before May 31. 

When: July 2-August 2

Where: Stamford American School Hong Kong, 25 Man Fuk Rd, Ho Man Tin

Age: 4-14 years old

How much? From $3,200 per week (half day)

Contact: +852 3467 4567 info@campasia.hk

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Fencing

Fencing Master

Fencing Master is Hong Kong’s leading fencing school. Led by two-time Olympian Lau Kwok Kin, the school believes that the values and ethics instilled through fencing help students excel in all areas of their lives. 

Throughout the summer, Fencing Master offers classes and camps at international school campuses across Hong Kong. Options are flexible to suit different schedules, with week-long Olympian Fencing Camps for ages 6-15 years and ‘make-your-own’ options where students can choose any eight or 16 sessions throughout July and August. 

There are even options for little ones as young as 3.5 years old and Discovery Fencing Camps, which run for four consecutive mornings or afternoons, for ages 5-12. To stay up-to-date, follow Fencing Master on Instagram or Facebook. 

When: June through to August – check the website for details

Where: Camps offered across Hong Kong including; Central, Ho Man Tin, Ma On Shan and Mid-Levels
Age: 3.5-15 years old

How much? From $2,000 to $4,400 per week

Contact: + 852 6900 1070 (WhatsApp); info@hkfencingmaster.com

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Tuition

Aegis Advisors

Aegis Advisors has been providing academic and admissions support in Hong Kong since 2008, offering private tutoring for various curriculums and test preparation services for entrance exams. Their team of experienced experts also offers advisory services for admissions to US & UK boarding schools, universities, and international schools in Hong Kong, with an impressive track record to show for too. 

During the holidays, Aegis Advisors Summer Camps will offer students a variety of courses including academic tutoring, admissions test preparation, and admissions essay courses for students. Classes are conducted at their centre in Causeway Bay or online. 

Summer courses at Aegis Advisors offer a distinctive feature by being completely private, ensuring one-on-one interaction, and allowing for a customised schedule to meet the student’s needs.

Take advantage of Aegis Advisors’ early bird special offer for summer courses, with a $1,000 discount for those who sign up before June 15 and a free mock test for all course registrants.

When: June to August

Where: Classes offered online or at the learning centre at 16/F Vulcan House 21-23 Leighton Road Causeway Bay

Age: K-12 

Sign up: aegis-advisors.com/summer-course, 6840 4061 (tel), 6840 4061 (WhatsApp), inquiries@aegis-advisors.com

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Dance & Drama

The Red Shoe Dance Company

Dance your way through the holidays this summer! The Red Shoe Dance Summer School offers children a range of dance styles, including Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical, Contemporary, Hip Hop and Musical Theatre. Students will dance for two hours each day. The morning sessions are for beginner/novice levels, and the afternoon sessions are for intermediate/advanced levels. With branches in Wong Chuk Hang and Central, Red Shoe Dance has delivered the best dance training to young students in Hong Kong since 2010. Teachers are highly trained, and the school is recognised as a centre of excellence.  

When: Summer School 1-5 & July 15-19; Hip-Hop/K-Pop Weekend Camp 6-7 July

Where: 3B, 3/F Arbuthnot House, 10 Arbuthnot Road, Central & 22/F Lee Fund Centre, 31 Wong Chuk Hang Road

Age: From 3 years and up

How much? $2,500 per week

Contact: +852 2217 9128 (Wong Chuk Hang), +852 2217 9126 (Central); redshoedance@gmail.com, www.redshoedance.com

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Faust

Since 1999, Faust has been bringing the wonderful world of theatre, performing arts, and creativity to the young people of Hong Kong. This June, Faust returns with its much-loved Summer Programmes!

Faust offers children dramatic, fun, and creative adventures through programmes that enhance self-confidence and teamwork through engaging activities. 

There are nine week-long programmes this summer, each introducing new themes and topics. During the same week, children can participate in Summer Theatre (ages 3-15), Creative Writing (ages 6-14) and Musical Theatre (ages 8-15) programmes for days filled with creativity and excitement. 

Participants will engage in a dynamic setting that fosters growth in performance abilities, theatrical understanding, collaboration, leadership qualities, personal creativity, and self-assurance. 

Inspire your child to explore their dramatic talents through Faust’s exciting Summer Programmes! Follow Faust on Instagram or Facebook for the latest updates. 

When: June 24 to August 23

Where: Multiple locations across Hong Kong and Kowloon including Sheung Wan, Taikoo Shing

Kowloon Tong, Tseung Kwan O and Tung Chung

Age: 3-15 years

How much? $3,080 per week (ages 3-4); $3,480 per week (ages 4+)

Contact: +852 2547 9114, info@faustworld.com

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Sports

Cheung Do Kwan

Calling all Taekwondo fans! Hong Kong’s leading Taekwondo school Cheung Do Kwan will host five-day intensive certification camps at its Fortress Hill, Shek Tong Tsui and Wong Chuk Hang (Marina 8) branches this summer. Taekwondo camps provide an excellent introduction to Korean martial art, and students can learn essential Korean, self-defence and respect from Hong Kong’s Top Taekwondo Schools. Classes will last for 90 minutes each day; the course fee includes five days of intensive tuition, a CDK Taekwondo Dobok (uniform), an end-of-camp belt test and certification and a wood-breaking experience. At the end of the camp, students will progress to the next belt level.

When: July 8- August 2

Where: Fortress Hill, Shek Tong Tsui & Wong Chuk Hang

Age: 3-15 years

Contact: +852 9663 8077 (WhatsApp), ckdtaekwon@gmail.com

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Outdoor adventure

Treasure Island

Got adventure sports in your veins? Treasure Island’s week-long Summer Surf Camps are perfect for adventurers who want to experience a variety of exciting outdoor pursuits. With daily activities such as hiking, SUP, mountain biking and raft building, students will develop outdoor leadership skills, including trip preparation, equipment management and self-organisation in various locations on Lantau island. Three age groups cater to different abilities, and Adventure Campers must be capable and confident swimmers with good overall fitness and stamina.

When: June 17 – August 23

Where:  Pui O Beach, Lantau Island – shuttle from Central Ferry Pier and Tung Chung

Age: 5-13 years

Contact: +852 5236 7016, inquiries@treasureislandhk.com

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Learn With Dragonfly

Learn With Dragonfly is back this summer with its exciting outdoor Summer Adventure Camps. Children aged 7-11 can enjoy day camps in Sai Kung or Mui Wo as well as Island Overnight Camps. Activities offered range from kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding, canyoning, coasteering, abseiling, to search and rescue survival skills.

When: June 24 – August 23

Where:  Sai Kung, Mui Wo and outlying islands

Age: 7-11 years

How much? From $2,200 for two days

Contact: +(852) 2111-8917 / +(852) 2111-8918, enquiries@learnwithdragonfly.com

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The Backyard Gang

The Backyard Gang are super excited for the summer holidays! Throughout summer, the team will offer two to five day Summer Camp Holiday Programmes in different locations across Hong Kong including Aberdeen Country Park, Clearwater Bay Country Park and South Bay Beach. Every camp includes activities based on the four elements – earth, wind, water and fire. Sessions will focus on teaching children valuable life skills as they learn through play with activities including map drawing, wildlife hunts, fire art, rock scrambles and stream navigation.

When: June 19- August 8

Where: Locations across Hong Kong including Aberdeen Country Park, Clearwater Bay Country Park and South Bay Beach

Age: 3-9 years old

How much? From $1,290 for two days

Contact: admin@backyard-roots.com

Our summer camps guide is being constantly updated in the lead up to the holidays. Please do get in touch at editorial@hongkongliving.com if you have a camp you’d like us to feature!

Lead image courtesy of Guidepost Montessori.