High school students are invited on this once in a lifetime journey!

Cycle, hike and kyak off the beaten track as we blaze a trail to the glories of Angkor Wot from some of the lesser known parts of the country and visit Khmer wonders. Spend time with survivors before making our way slowly to the coastal southern reaches to take in all the highlights and hidden attractions.

You will pedal alongside the Mekong River to the capital city, Phnom Penh to meet our Impact Partner, AFESIP Cambodia.

Whether cycling or hiking along jungle tracks, up the holy mountain, by beaches and rivers, you will experience a side of Cambodia seen by few others.

Along the way you will have the chance to meet with survivors, understand their struggles and vision for the future, knowing that the money you raise will directly support them.

Specially designed for students (recommended years 10-11) and a parent or guardian, this challenge has been running since 2012 with schools including Loreto Normanhurst, Loreto Kirribili and St Joseph’s College.

These adventures have raised more than $400,000 to help PROJECT FUTURES transform the lives of women and children affected by human trafficking, slavery and sexual exploitation in Cambodia. 

REGISTRATION DETAILS

DATE: 6 - 15 July 2025
COST: $2,300 per person (land only)
Includes all meals, accomodation, activities, transfers and tour guides

Note: Students must be accompanied by a legal guardian over the age of 18
FUNDRAISING TARGET: $2,000 per person (tax deductible)
MINIMUM GROUP SIZE: 6 students + 6 guardians

ITINERARY SNAPSHOT

DAY ONE: Arrival Phnom Penh and welcome dinner
DAY TWO: Day in Phnom Penh and survivor dinner with AFESIP Cambodia
DAY THREE: Cycle the Mekong River and to Kampong Cham
DAY FOUR: Kratie to Koh Trong for a Traditional Cambodian Homestay
DAY FIVE: Local culture immersion, tree planting, markets and Stung Treng transfer
DAY SIX: Hike the fierce Sopheakmit waterfall and Kyak the flooded forests to Vuen Sien village
DAY SEVEN: Beng Mealea jungle temple and Phare Circus Siem Reap
DAY EIGHT: Angkor Wat cycle and farewell dinner
DAY NINE: Free to Shine prevention workshop & Depart Siem Reap– tour conclusion

DON'T JUST TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT!

"Cambodia is a beautiful country, filled with beautiful people who have suffered enormously. It has been fantastic to be able to travel through Cambodia, learning of this history and people, knowing that in a very small way we have helped some of the most vulnerable.

As much as we have been able to help, we too have also received so much in perspective about ourselves and our own lives. I am grateful for the physical and emotional challenge, and the opportunity to share this with my daughter.

It has been an amazing journey and I would highly recommend it to all". 

Megan Roberts, Parent

"If you are looking for an incredible, eye-opening and extremely rewarding trip, the PROJECT FUTURES Challenge in Cambodia is truly the most suitable. From roughing it out and cycling through mud, rain, dust and extreme heat to tasting the local food and meeting the girls at AFESIP, you get an amazing experience of the country and culture".

Ana Lever, Student

The Cambodian Challenge has been the best experience of my life! Sharing this beautiful country with my daughter, whilst being around the most hospitable people, has been awesome.

Words can not describe how I felt when we visited AFESIP.... we got to see first hand where all our fundraising was going. We got to learn of the terror of these girls history and the light that the AFESIP service had offered. I feel privileged to be part of this process in some small, positive way.

Considering Cambodia's history, it truly is a nation of happy, smiling people. Gorgeous scenery, warm weather around the clock and delicious healthy food.... this was all a bonus and added to the experience of the cycle.

Thank you for allowing us to be part of this process so intimately". 

Abi Glezos - Parent

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The first ever Project Futures Schools Cycle Challenge happened in July 2012 with 17 parents and students from a Sydney high school.