From Small Groups to 500-Student Trips.
Built for Learning.
Designed for Impact.
Big Ocean Dive designs custom outdoor learning programs that blend adventure, cultural immersion, and curriculum-based outcomes.
From small group expeditions to full school trip weeks for up to 500 students, our residential experiences are tailored school’s goals and age groups, and delivered with the highest standards of safety, care, and professionalism.
Since 2015, we’ve supported leading international schools across Southeast Asia with meaningful, memorable outdoor programs for students aged 9 to 18.
Co-Designed with Educators
No two Big Ocean Dive residential trips are the same. We collaborate closely with your academic team to design experiences that are tailored, curriculum-relevant, and fully supported — from learning objectives and risk assessments to recce planning and logistics.
Not Just A Trip. A Journey.
Curriculum-Aligned Learning
Every trip is intentionally designed to support your academic, personal, and social learning goals. We collaborate directly with teachers to integrate your values, character-building targets, and learning themes into each day’s activities.
- Aligned with IB Learner Profile, IPC, IGCSE, and other frameworks
- Opportunities for reflection, journaling, and peer leadership
- Themes include sustainability, culture, adventure, resilience, and collaboration
Age-Appropriate & Progressive Design
Our trips evolve with your students. A Year 4 camp looks very different from a Grade 10 expedition—because it should. We build programs that match the maturity and developmental needs of each age group.
- Primary Years (Ages 9–11): Focus on exploration, confidence-building, and nature connection
- Middle Years (Ages 12–14): Emphasize teamwork, challenge-by-choice, and discovery
- Upper Secondary (Ages 15–17): Promote leadership, initiative, and real-world engagement
Locations Across Southeast Asia
We run programs in some of the most inspiring natural and cultural destinations across the region.
- Malaysia: Redang, Tioman, Taman Negara, Sarawak, Langkawi
- Thailand: Khao Yai, Koh Lanta, Khao Chamao, Saraburi
- Indonesia: Bali, Lombok, Gili Islands, Pulau Weh
- Custom Destinations: We’re always happy to design something new based on your needs and risk assessments
Risk Management & Safety
Our programs are designed to be high-impact and low-risk.
- Detailed Risk Assessments (shared with your team in advance)
- 1:10 adult-to-student ratio
- On-site Trip Leader + local activity guides
- Emergency response protocols, first aid kits, and trained staff
- Collaboration with your school’s Safeguarding and Health teams
Trusted Partnership Approach
We don’t just “run trips”—we become part of your extended educational team.
- Pre-trip planning and curriculum alignment with your staff
- Flexibility in dates, budgets, and student needs
- Post-trip reflection tools and debriefing sessions
- Consistency year-on-year: same team, evolving programs
Trip Types & Themes
We offer a variety of residential trip styles tailored to different learning goals. Schools often mix themes to create a rich, hands-on experience. From jungle adventures to cultural immersion and eco-projects, there’s something for every group.
- Adventure & Leadership: Jungle trekking, orienteering, team challenges
- Culture & Community: Village visits, longhouse stays, traditional crafts
- Ecology & Conservation: Coral planting, beach cleanups, rainforest exploration
Designing Outdoor Adventures with Purpose
Curriculum-Aligned Learning
At Big Ocean Dive, we believe outdoor education should do more than entertain — it should educate with purpose. That’s why every trip we run is aligned with your school’s academic, personal, and social-emotional learning goals. We don’t do “one-size-fits-all.” Instead, we work closely with school leaders to co-design a progressive, whole-school model that scaffolds learning from Year 4 to Year 13.
Globally Recognized
Each program is built around clear, purposeful outcomes — whether it’s fostering empathy through service, encouraging reflection through journaling, or building confidence through challenge and adventure.
Developing a Long-Term Outdoor Journey
Whole-School Model
Year Level | Theme Focus (Example) |
Year 4 | Connection & Curiosity |
Year 5 | Community & Culture |
Year 6 | Personal Responsibility |
Year 7 | Challenge & Teamwork |
Year 8 | Independence & Identity |
Year 9 | Service & Impact |
Year 10-13 | CAS / DofE / Conservation |
Each year builds on the last — from soft starts with local exploration, to high-impact service or expedition trips.
Bridging Outdoor Experiences with Curriculum Outcomes
Learning Beyond the Classroom
We Build Long-Term Partnerships
Here’s how we get started:
Kick off with a discovery session between your staff and our outdoor education leaders
Align trip objectives with academic goals, character development, or leadership outcomes
Co-develop a multi-year progression plan shaped by your team’s feedback
Provide tailored support for risk assessments and curriculum documentation
Assign a dedicated Program Manager to champion your school’s success
Partnerships, Not Packages
Whether it’s a short nature camp for Year 4 or a week-long cultural expedition for Year 11, we’ll work closely with your team to plan an experience that’s seamless, safe, and meaningful.
Ready to explore the possibilities? Get in touch or visit our All Programs page to view sample itineraries and destinations.