Semaine CAS 2025 – Sai Kung

Lundi a débuté en force avec une passionnante expédition de canyonning dans la baie de Turtle Cove, où les élèves ont dû franchir des passages escarpés et gravir une cascade. À la tombée de la nuit, ils se sont dirigés vers le charmant site de camping de Sai Kung.
Mardi a été déclarée « Journée de la Civilisation ». Les élèves ont appris à maîtriser des techniques essentielles de survie : construire des abris, purifier l’eau et allumer un feu à partir de rien. Le défi a été relevé grâce à un système d’échange leur permettant de négocier des ressources entre groupes.
Mercredi a offert l’adrénaline du stand-up paddle sur les eaux de Sai Kung, certains élèves plus courageux ont même atteint Sharp Island. Tout au long de cette aventure aquatique, les étudiants ont eu l’occasion d’observer une faune captivante.
Jeudi a marqué un défi ultime en matière d'orientation : une version inspirée de l’Amazing Race à travers Hong Kong, sans aucun appareil électronique ! Seuls les transports en commun et les méthodes traditionnelles d’orientation étaient autorisés. Les équipes ont exploré des lieux allant de Repulse Bay à Tseung Kwan O, avant de tous atteindre le point de rassemblement emblématique : la statue de Bruce Lee.
Vendredi a clôturé la semaine en beauté avec une compétition originale : la construction de radeaux, accompagnée d’une vente aux enchères de matériaux. Objectif : construire un bateau capable de tenir la mer pour « sauver » un enseignant attendant en pleine mer.
Ce voyage s’est révélé exceptionnel : les élèves ont visiblement gagné en confiance, tissé de nouvelles amitiés et développé des compétences bien au-delà du cadre scolaire.









Les retours d’expérience des élèves ont été conservés dans la langue d’origine dans laquelle ils ont été exprimés - en anglais.
Kyle: Today we did wet canyoning and abseiling. I was kind of afraid at the top of the steep wall at the top of the mountain. I was planning on not going down but I jumped out of my comfort zone. I learnt that everything is possible. You need to believe in yourself.
Kate: Today it was fun learning to start a fire, even though it took a long time, it was so worth it. It was also interesting to learn first aid as it is helpful to us for the future. Overall, I learnt a lot and had lots of fun.
Ethan: Today was civilization day! We had to create a tribe and start from barely nothing but a bag with different items for survival. We built a shelter then bargained for a water filter and a fire lighter.
Siann: Today we did an activity called ‘Amazing Journey’. As a team, we had to go to check points designated on the map, take pictures and complete the mission. Also, we could not use any devices such as our phone. I was really worried because I have never used a map, or asked random people to go somewhere. However we said we could do it. We didn’t go to every checkpoint, but our teamwork and responsibility was really impressive and fun! It was literally an amazing journey!
Lena: Today it was SUP day. We rode across three islands and explored each one. My favourite moment of the day was when all of us gathered and started splashing in the water. It was fun and amazing how everyone engaged and participated in splashing. It was also very exciting to see part of Hong Kong I have never seen before. The view was gorgeous and unreal. Overall, it was a wonderful day and I really enjoyed it.
Clemence: Today we went to Turtle Cove Beach and we did raft building. First, we had mini-workshops to earn fake money! Then we had an auction where I was the bidder. Sadly, we didn’t buy enough, but we ‘bought’ 2 coaches. After using teamwork and communication, our raft was ready. At first we thought we were going to lose the race, because we thought our raft was going to sink. Unexpectedly, after numerous efforts, we won the race. Thank you to all the instructors and teachers for letting us experience this amazing journey!