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Navigators · Ages 13–15

Specialised skills for teens.

Higher-level skill progression and serious outdoor experiences for 13 to 15 year olds. This winter: a dedicated three-crag climbing circuit, capped at 12 climbers, with roped climbing supervised at one facilitator for every six.

Next: Winter 202616–18 · 21–23 · 28–30 DecHK$3,400 · 8:30am–3pm
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Navigators climbing on a sea cliff
This season · Winter 2026

The Crag Circuit

Three crags in three days, finishing at Shek O where climbers learn to rig and ride their own zip line. No experience needed: first-timers and strong climbers are each challenged at their own level, with a lead-climbing option for those ready for it.

DATESDates available16–18 December
21–23 December
28–30 December 2026
EACH DAYCentral Pier 9, 8:30amBack at 3:00pm. Navigators travel separately from the other groups: by their own coach, on foot or by ferry, depending on the day. See map
PRICEHK$3,400 per camperEarly bird: code WINTER26 for 10% off until Sunday 15 November.
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Day 1 · Foundations

WhereMonkey Buttress, Braemar Hill

What they’ll doGear check and climbing partners paired by level, then bouldering fundamentals on graded problems: footwork, balance and reading a route, plus movement games and scrambling safety.

What they’ll take from itCore technique, and a baseline so Days 2 and 3 are pitched right for each climber.

WhereBlack’s Link Crag

What they’ll doHarness-up and a knots and belay refresher, then top-rope climbing on anchored routes and partner belay practice. The hike in to the crag is part of the adventure.

What they’ll take from itThe step from bouldering to roped climbing: tying in, belaying, and trusting the person on the other end.

Bring todayTrail-ready shoes.

WhereShek O

What they’ll doA final day on the rock: climbing routes across a spread of grades, with stronger climbers mentoring newer ones and a lead-climbing step for those ready. Then something new: learning how to rig a zip line in a real outdoor setting, hooking up the system themselves and sending themselves across it. Bouldering on the side for anyone who wants more. A closing circle with photos and video of the day.

What they’ll take from itRigging skills in a brand-new scenario, the confidence of trusting a system they built, and one last push on real Hong Kong rock.

Bring todayTrail-ready shoes.

IncludedSpecialist climbing facilitators and all technical gear (climbing shoes, harnesses, helmets, ropes) · a dedicated coach from Central Pier 9 · photos and video of the climbs · an APA Buff to keep
Bring every dayPacked lunch · water bottle · clothes for the weather
Navigators at Camp APA
Navigators at Camp APA
Navigators at Camp APA
Navigators at Camp APA
What they’ll grow

Real technique, real responsibility.

Every day follows the APA Learning Cycle: frame the challenge, do it, review it with a facilitator, and take the lesson home.

Technical climbing and riggingFrom bouldering to top-rope to a lead-climbing step across three different crags, then rigging and riding their own zip line.
Belaying and trustLearning to hold the rope for a partner, and trusting theirs.
Mentoring othersStronger climbers coach newer ones on belay and technique.
Owning their progressSetting a baseline on Day 1 and finishing Day 3 by trusting a zip line they rigged themselves.

Where Navigators sits on the Camp APA ladder:

DiscoverersAges 5–6ExplorersAges 7–9AdventurersAges 10–12NavigatorsAges 13–15
Easter · Summer · Winter

One camp is a great week. Coming back is a journey.

New themes every season, so returning Navigators build on their skills instead of repeating them.

EASTER · APRILSpecialised skillsHigher-level land and water skill programs.
SUMMER · JUNE–AUGUSTExpeditionsMulti-day expeditions, campcraft and wild camping, a strong step toward the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award.
WINTER · DECEMBERThe Crag CircuitThis year’s theme: a dedicated three-crag climbing program.
Safety

The standards schools hold us to.

APA is Paddle UK’s delivery partner in Asia: audited by them, and trusted to train and certify other coaches. Our risk assessments draw on best practice from the UK, US and New Zealand, refined over 25 years of programs across Asia. Prevention over cure. How we keep campers safe

1 : 12 group, 1 : 6 on the rockGroups of up to 12 with a lead facilitator, and extra climbing facilitators so roped climbing runs at 1 : 6.
Specialist climbing facilitatorsBackground-checked and selected for their climbing expertise; lead climbing only at the facilitator’s call.
Max 12 climbers per weekSmall groups mean real coaching time on the wall.
Clear weather rulesBlack Rainstorm or Signal 3 at 6:30am cancels that day, with a make-up day arranged.

What parents say

“My kid joined their 5D4N Navigator camp and loved it. Although the weather was not perfect, the counsellors in the camp totally managed it. She’s grown up a lot after just 5 days. Thanks a lot.”Kids K. · ★★★★★ Google review
“Challenging and memorable experiences, even for the first timer. Very good leaders for the team, fun and care. My boy loved it.”Agnes C. · ★★★★★ Google review

Read all reviews on Google · 4.7 ★ from 44 reviews

Common questions

Anything else? WhatsApp us on 5509 8548.

Yes. Day 1 sets each climber’s baseline, and routes on Days 2 and 3 are pitched to their level. Experienced climbers get a lead-climbing option.

A small group means every teen gets real time on the wall. The group is managed at 1 : 12, with extra climbing facilitators so roped climbing and belaying are supervised at 1 : 6.

Every day has a planned wet-weather alternative. If a Black Rainstorm Warning or Typhoon Signal 3 or above is in force at 6:30am, that day is cancelled and we arrange a make-up day.

Places are paid in full when you book. 25% of the fee is a non-refundable deposit. Cancel more than 60 days before the camp for a 75% refund, or 60 to 8 days before for a 50% refund; within 8 days, no refund is possible. Full policies in Parent Info.

Ready to push their grade?

Winter 2026: three December weeks, HK$3,400. Early bird WINTER26 saves 10% until 15 November.

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Camp APATel (+852) 2792 7160 · WhatsApp 5509 8548 · camp@apa.co · Part of Asia Pacific Adventure