2026 Koala Excellence Olympiad (KEO)
KEO Global Finals – Macau
4 - 5 July 2026 Competition
3 - 7 July 2026 Tour
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Welcome to 2026 KEO Global Finals
– Macau
The 2026 Koala Excellence Olympiad (KEO) Global Finals will be hosted in the legendary and historic city of Macau.
As a former Portuguese colony, this city boasts over 400 years of history as a meeting point between East and West, preserving a rich Southern European atmosphere and unique cultural heritage. Home to UNESCO World Heritage sites, Macau offers students the chance to compete for the highest honors in KEO (English), KMO (Math), KSO (Science), and KAO (Art). Meanwhile, families can stroll along Portuguese cobblestone streets and experience the extraordinary charm of this city where Eastern and Western cultures converge.
Macau
4 - 5 July 2026 Competition
3 - 7 July 2026 Tour
- 5-stars hotel
- Portuguese food
- Award ceremony with buffet
- Global students idea exhanges
- Macau Tower and City sightseeing
- Theme Park in Zhuhai
- Grand Prix Museum
Competition venue and ceremony award venue
Hotel Royal Macau
A 5-star hotel with an excellent location next to the Guia Lighthouse, offering a quiet environment and convenient transport.
- Address: Estrada da Vitória 2-4, Macau
- Website: [www.hotelroyal.com.mo]
- Access: Free shuttle bus from Macau Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal; approx. 20 mins by taxi from the airport.
Schedule
Event Timetable
The competition is concentrated on the morning of the first day. Participants may register for up to 3 subjects.
Day 1: Competition Day
Date: July 4, 2026 (Saturday)
| Time | Activity | Notes |
|---|---|---|
|
09:00 – 09:30 |
Registration |
Collect ID badge & welcome pack |
|
09:30 – 10:30 |
Session 1 Exam |
Subject depends on registration |
|
10:30 – 11:30 |
Session 2 Exam |
Subject depends on registration |
|
11:30 – 12:30 |
Session 3 Exam |
Subject depends on registration |
|
12:30 |
End of Day 1 Schedule |
Free & Easy afternoon to explore Macau |
Participants may register for up to 3 subjects.
Day 2: Award Ceremony & Celebration Buffet
Date: July 5, 2026 (Sunday)
| Time | Activity | Notes |
|---|---|---|
|
09:30 – 10:00 |
Arrival |
Admission by badge/ticket |
|
10:00 – 12:00 |
Award Ceremony |
Presentation of Trophies, Medals & Certificates |
|
11:00 – 12:30 |
Celebration Buffet |
Enjoy a premium buffet lunch |
|
12:30 |
Event Conclusion |
Departure
|
*Schedule, activities, or time may be changed.
Registration & Contact
Registration Deadline: 2026 (TBA)
Official Package Structure
We offer two structured partner packages:
PACKAGE A – Competition Only
Student Package
● Includes:
1. Global Finals Entry Fee (1 subject)
2. Student Exclusive Welcome Pack
3. Admission to Award Ceremony
4. Day 2 Celebration Buffet Lunch
5. Award Certificate
Parent/Guardian Package
● Includes:
1. Admission to Award Ceremony
2. Day 2 Celebration Buffet Lunch
3. Parent Exclusive Welcome Pack
Exclusions
● Airfare, local transportation, hotel accommodation, visa fees, and travel insurance are NOT included.
Additional subject(s)
Each student can participate in a maximum of 3 subjects.
● Additional two subjects: US$120
● Additional one subject: US$60
● Additional subject fees apply according to competition policy
Accommodation, transfers, and tours are not included.
PACKAGE B – Competition + Macau Study Tour (Recommended)
A complete academic and international exposure program. Explore Macau: Must-Visit Attractions
Beyond the competition, we encourage families to take students on a cultural journey through this historic city:
Accommodation
Hotel Royal Macau (5-Star)
- Twin-sharing room (two single beds per room)
- Daily breakfast included
Program Overview (Package B)
Day 1: 3rd July – Arrival
Airport transfer to Hotel Royal Macau
Hotel check-in
Free & Easy (Not included any meals on day 1)
Day 2: 4th July – Competition Day
Breakfast at hotel (8am to 9am)
Morning competition sessions (9am to 12:30pm)
Afternoon Macau city sightseeing
➢ 13:30 Meet and pick-up guests at Hotel Royal Macau
➢ 13:40 Enjoy Dim Sum Lunch
➢ Enjoy multi-media game and fun ride at the【Macau Grand Prix Museum】 (include admission ticket)
➢ A-Ma Temple: Beginning of Macau history
➢ Seeing Macau from new heights at Macau Tower (include Observation Deck Admission)
➢ 17:30 Enjoy a Portuguese Set Dinner
➢ 20:00 Conclusion of Tour and Drop-off at Hotel Royal Macau
Day 3: 5th July – Award Ceremony + Macau Cultural Tour
Breakfast at hotel (8am to 9:30am)
Award Ceremony (10am to 11:30am)
Celebration Buffet (11:30am to 12:30pm)
14:00 Meet and pick-up guests at Hotel Royal Macau
➢ 【Coloane Village】try out authentic 【LordStow】 Portuguese egg tart (at own expense)
➢ The Londoner & best snapshot spot of the Parisian’s Eiffel Tower
➢ 【Taipa House】Unique scenery with blends of nostalgic Portuguese mansions & “Asian Vegas”
➢ 18:00 Enjoy a Cantonese-style lunch or a Portuguese-style dinner
➢ 20:00 Conclusion of Tour and Drop-off at Hotel Royal Macau
The Venetian Macao: Italian-themed resort featuring the Grand Canal Shoppes.
The Londoner Macao: British-style architecture and a popular photo spot.
Day 4: 6th July – Zhuhai Educational Tour
Breakfast in hotel (7:30am to 8:30am)
Macau Departure
- 08:40 – Pick-up at Royal Hotel
- Transfer to Macao Port Zone of Hengqin Port
- Guests clear customs independently
Zhuhai Tour
- 10:00 – Meet English-speaking Zhuhai tour guide at Zhuhai Port Zone of Hengqin Port
- Visit Chimelong Ocean Kingdom (include ticket)
- Enjoy lunch during the day (by your own)
- 18:00 – Dinner (include ticket)
- 20:00 – Tour concludes, drop-off at Zhuhai Port Zone of Hengqin Port
- Guests clear customs independently
Macau Return
- 20:40 – Macau English-speaking tour guide meets guests at Macao Port Zone of Hengqin Port
- Transfer back to Royal Hotel
Day 5: 7th July – Departure
Hotel breakfast
Airport transfer
End of program
Package B Includes
- Competition Entry (1 subject) (for student only)
- Award Ceremony Admission
- Celebration Buffet
- 5-Star Hotel Royal Macau accommodation
- Twin-sharing room (2 single beds)
- Daily breakfast
- Airport transfers
- Macau cultural guided tour
- Zhuhai Chimelong Ocean Kingdom ticket
- English-speaking tour coordination
- Group meals as per itinerary
- Cross-boundary coordination
Exclusions
- International airfare
- Visa fees (if applicable)
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Additional competition subjects
- Optional attractions not stated in itinerary
Important Notes
- Early bird deadline: 30 May 2026
- Final participant list required for room allocation
- Room type: Twin-sharing (two single beds)
- Schedule may be adjusted based on venue coordination
- This document is for authorized partner distribution only
Confidentiality Notice
This proposal is intended exclusively for official partners of the 2026 Koala Excellence Olympiad Global Finals Macau. Distribution without authorization is prohibited.
Registration andContact
Koala Excellence Olympiad
- Email: keo@koalaolympiad.com
- Australian Phone: +61 415 257 812
- Website: https://koalaolympiad.com/
- Australia Address: 459 Elizabeth Street, Surry Hills, Sydney, NSW 2010
- ASIC (Australia) : 1-74749945832
- Facebook: The Koala English Olympiad – KEO (https://www.facebook.com/share/1GfzNfus8n/?mibextid=wwXIfr)
- Instagram: koala_english_olympiad_keo
- Another contact with Hong Kong representative: +852 63327108
