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Family Mandarin Camp

Dali Nature Mandarin Immersion Camp

A 7-day family adventure in Yunnan — where children aged 6-12 learn Mandarin through nature, culture, and play.

7 Days 10 – 15 Families PSLE / HSK 1–3 Year-Round

Starting from

SGD $4,000
per child · 7 days all-inclusive
5-star resort accommodation
Full-board meals & transportation
Mandarin tuition & cultural activities
24/7 bilingual staff & medical support

Program Overview

Step into the heart of Yunnan's breathtaking landscapes for a week of joyful learning and nature-inspired discovery. The Dali Family Mandarin Immersion Camp is a 7-day premium experiential program designed for overseas Chinese families with children aged 6-12. Through daily themed adventures—ranging from horseback riding and canyon trekking to stone carving and storytelling—children engage in Mandarin naturally, with a 1:3 teacher-student ratio ensuring deep learning and warm guidance. Parents enjoy peaceful mornings surrounded by lakes and mountains while children explore the world in Chinese. Evenings bring families back together for reflective bonding time in a safe, thoughtfully curated setting.

Program Highlights

  • 1:3 teacher-student ratio for personalized learning
  • Nature-based adventures: horse riding, canyoning, archaeology, campfire
  • 5-star accommodation, full-board meals, private transportation
  • Safe, closed-loop environment with bilingual staff and medical support

Target Audience

  • Overseas Chinese families with children aged 6-12
  • Families seeking PSLE Chinese improvement and cultural connection
  • Parents wanting safe, high-quality family bonding experiences
  • Children with basic Mandarin foundation (HSK 1-3 level)

7-Day Itinerary

  • Airport pickup & private transfer to Hilton Dali Resort
  • Camp orientation & safety briefing for families
  • Mandarin ice-breaker games to spark curiosity
  • Welcome dinner featuring Yunnan local cuisine
  • Evening storytelling — "What does courage mean in Chinese culture?"
  • Morning mission — learn nature vocabulary through games
  • Guided horseback riding & eco-hike with Mandarin scavenger hunt
  • Mountain-side picnic with interactive lunch dialogues
  • Nature journaling — writing with sensory Mandarin
  • Campfire conversations & stargazing with new words
  • Discover the world of Chinese mythology
  • Hands-on workshop — stone carving & puppet making
  • Village visit — experience Bai ethnic culture
  • Mandarin drama — "Be the Hero in a Chinese Tale"
  • Parent-child co-reading of Chinese picture books
  • Practice Mandarin phrases for survival and collaboration
  • River canyon adventure — water crossing, trail solving, team support
  • Riverside lunch and language story prompts
  • Mandarin charades on "Nature & Emotions"
  • Family journaling — "When I felt the bravest today..."
  • Eco-farm visit — learn harvest & food vocabulary
  • Cooking session — make Yunnan pancakes in Chinese
  • Language activity — "Say thank you, the Chinese way"
  • Gift-making workshop for local children
  • Family sharing circle on gratitude and kindness
  • Final language challenge — present your week in Mandarin
  • Parent-child creative project — memory booklet or short video
  • Certificate ceremony & "Wall of Moments" exhibition
  • Traditional music, games & farewell party
  • Sunset walk by Erhai Lake to reflect and relax
  • Farewell breakfast and hotel check-out
  • Write a postcard — "My favourite Chinese word & why"
  • Airport transfer with personalized goodbye gift
  • Post-camp Mandarin resource kit (online access)
  • Invitation to future camps & virtual growth sessions

Learning Objectives

Language Proficiency

  • Nature-based Mandarin speaking & daily tasks
  • Real-life listening & reading comprehension
  • Vocabulary — nature, emotions, family, daily life
  • Oral fluency & storytelling confidence
  • Basic Chinese writing through journaling

Cultural Understanding

  • Chinese heritage — crafts, legends, rural traditions
  • Core values — courage, kindness, resilience
  • Strengthen Chinese identity & roots
  • Cross-cultural communication practice

Personal Development

  • Independence through outdoor challenges
  • Adaptability, emotional strength & teamwork
  • Deepen parent-child relationships
  • Empathy, curiosity & growth mindset

Academic Achievement

  • Official Certificate of Completion
  • Detailed progress report
  • PSLE Chinese syllabus alignment
  • Oral communication & situational writing

Accommodation & Services

Hilton Dali Resort — premium family accommodation

Premium Resort Accommodation

Family-friendly 5-star resort with comprehensive safety, comfort, and study support.

  • Twin rooms with private bath & daily housekeeping
  • Air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi
  • 24/7 security, on-site staff & medical support
  • Study-friendly spaces & family social areas

Included Services

Full-board meals
Airport transfers
Local transportation
Cultural excursions
Entrance fees
Program materials
24/7 support
Insurance coverage

Pricing

One Kid SGD $4,000
One Parent SGD $2,000
Family (1 Child + 1 Parent) SGD $5,500

Group discount — 3+ students

Early bird — 10% off (2+ months in advance)

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Join families from around the world for an unforgettable week of Mandarin, nature, and cultural discovery.

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