Hong Kong offers MICE groups an array of ideas for team-building programmes that will not only enhance the wow factor of your next event but will also create a bond with participants and teach them important team skills that can improve their overall performance. Team Building activities allow your group the opportunity to experience the city's rich and vibrant culture or tap into the spirit and energy of its people.

Unique Team Building Experiences

Hong Kong offers MICE groups an array of ideas for team-building programmes that will not only enhance the wow factor of your next event but will also create a bond with participants and teach them important team skills that can improve their overall performance. Team Building activities allow your group the opportunity to experience the city's rich and vibrant culture or tap into the spirit and energy of its people.

Cooking Classes

Discover the art of Chinese culinary techniques and inspire your team through one of Hong Kong's remarkable cooking schools. Cooking together not only provides your group with skills that last a lifetime but encourages teams to work with a spirit of creative collaboration.

Dragon Boat Racing

A great way to get everyone working together, this traditional Chinese sport involves teams of 20-22 people paddling in sync to the beat of the drum to race the intricately crafted 10-metre-long boats along the harbour. Enhance the programme by providing a BBQ lunch on the beach after the race!

Lion Dance Academy

A Chinese custom that marks any celebration, the Lion Dance is the epitome of team building, with a message about working together and your team can learn how to create their own unique performance.

Hong Kong Treasure Hunt

Arm your achievers with clues and a map then send them around Hong Kong in search of fantastic treasures. This fun-filled activity demands mental agility and co-operation to win the prize and is a great way for your group to explore this amazing city.

Tai Chi

Teach your team the art of Tai Chi, an exercise for the mind, body and soul that has been practiced in Hong Kong for centuries. This fun team building activity is a great way to start the day and have your group enjoying the benefits of this relaxing exercise. Try Tai Chi by the harbour for amazing views!

Sail The Bounty

Let your team take the sails of The Bounty on Victoria Harbour- one of the last remaining Tall Ships in the world where they will learn about life onboard, handle the rigging and sails and attempt a mast climb.

Hong Kong's Theme Parks

Hong Kong's theme parks are a great way to bring your team together in a fun and inspirational environment. Both Hong Kong Disneyland and Ocean Park are well equipped to entertain your MICE group and provide numerous opportunities for a unique team building experience.

Community Support Activities

There are a number of socially responsible activities in Hong Kong that put Corporate Social Responsibility at the forefront of your next MICE event and allow your group to leave work behind and give something back to the local community as a team.

Planting for Future Generations

Ngong Ping 360's three hour tree planting programme on Lantau Island gets your group back to nature on a mission to work together and give something back to the environment by planting new seedlings at a county park.

Another programme involves maintaining Lantau's mangrove areas along coastal stretches, at a local fishing community or at remote villages.

sales@np360.com.hk, Tel: +852 3666 0606, www.np360.com.hk

Time to Grow Organic Farms

Time to Grow is a green enterprise dedicated to improving access to safe, healthy and delicious food grown in the heart of Hong Kong. Teach your

team how to convert unused city spaces into a functioning urban farm that not only promotes healthy eating but also a sustainable environment.

hello@timetogrow.hk, www.timetogrow.hk

Hong Kong Wetland Park Conservation

The 61-hectare Hong Kong Wetland Park showcases Hong Kong's diverse wetland ecosystem and the conservation efforts in place to preserve them. As a socially responsible initiative, the park offers the Outdoor Wetland Conservation Workshop free of charge to MICE groups to educate them on weeding, fertilising, clearing invasive exotic plants and more.

info@wetlandpark.com, Tel: +852 3152 2666, www.wetlandpark.com

Team Building Companies

There are a number of team building companies in Hong Kong that can provide tailor made programmes and activities to suit your MICE group and will ensure that your team get the most out of the event. Destination Management Companies can also assist with team building activities.

Corporate Adventures

Corporate Adventures have their own beach venue on Lantau Island that houses a fully licensed restaurant, a camp site and meeting facilities.

Calvin Leung, calvin@corporateadventureshk.com, Tel: +852 2984 8712

www.corporateadventureshk.com

Paradigm Consultants International

James Bishop, Director of Business Solutions, info@pci-asia.com, Tel: +852 2792 7193

www.pci-asia.com

Team Building Asia

Stuart Harris, Co-founder and Director, enquiries@teambuildingasia.com, Tel: +852 2805 2624

www.teambuildingasia.com

Souvenir Ideas

A small souvenir is something your group will take home that will remind them of your fantastic event and there are a number of souvenir options that represent Hong Kong's unique culture.

• Chinese tea set

• High-tech electronic gadgets

• Silk clothing from luxury store- Shanghai Tang

• Key ring

Souvenir Suppliers

The following souvenir suppliers can assist in finding the perfect souvenir for your MICE group and delivery can be arranged to a venue of your choice.

Destination Management Companies can also assist in sourcing souvenirs.

Alsco Enterprises Ltd

Javis Lau, javis@alsco.com.hk, Tel: +852 28971033, www.alsco.com.hk

Hiromori Int'l Ltd

Shirley Hung, shirley@hiromori.com.hk, Tel: +852 31292806, www.hiromori.com.hk