Incredible safari-style Summer adventure camp with world-class facilitation
Camp Details
- DATES: 8 - 12 December 2023
- NIGHTS: 4
- AGE GROUP: Teens 14 - 18 years
- WHERE: Meru Camp, Ezemvelo Nature Reserve near Bronkhorstspruit.
- COST: R4,750.00 per person - 10% Early Bird discount for bookings and payment before 31 October.
What's Included
Includes: Accommodation in a ‘glamping’ style tented camp, 4 meals per day including refreshments, all activities, qualified facilitators, and emergency medical evacuation.
Excludes: Transport to and from Ezemvelo Nature Reserve. Contact us for details regarding central pick-up points in Johannesburg and Pretoria (at additional cost).
Kit list: On confirmation participants will be provided with a comprehensive list of items they will need to bring for the camp.
Itinerary
This is a great opportunity for your teen to experience a range of exciting activities in a safe environment, such as:
Educational Bushwalks
Learning from nature about geology, geography, biology, ecology, and the importance of biodiversity and ecosystem services.
Bush Skills and Bushcraft
Covering safety, survival, tracking, medicinal and traditional uses of plants, etc.
Wildlife Monitoring
The use of radio tracking and trail cameras in monitoring wildlife. Game Drives – both during the day and at night to observe and learn about animal behaviour.
Game Drives
Both during the day and at night to observe and learn about animal behaviour.
Conservation Service
Getting practical with some physical hands-on projects that will assist the conservation or wildlife management of the reserve.
Hike and Sleep Out
Experience nature close-up and personal with a sleepout at our dedicated safe sleep-out location. Students take turns in keeping watch throughout the night.
Fun group activities
Designed to develop life skills.
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Location & Accommodation
- LOCATION: Meru Camp, Ezemvelo Nature Reserve near Bronkhorstspruit.
1.5 hours from Johannesburg and 1 hour from Pretoria.
- ACCOMMODATION: Glamping-style safari tents sleeping 4 per tent in single beds.
Meru Camp is perfectly situated and set up to offer a safari-style educational wildlife adventure that provides the opportunity to fall in love with nature while enjoying a wide range of experiences.
Testimonials
"Heartfelt thanks to everyone involved, what a wonderful experience for all. All the efforts are much appreciated, thank you so much, Caitlin loved it. "
"This experience helped me to rediscover my love for wildlife. The tour guides were so friendly and enthusiastic which made me even more excited about going into the bush every day. The food was genuinely better than any restaurant I’ve been to and I’m already missing the delicious desserts every night. The accommodation was always extremely comfortable with everything one could need. My favourite activity was the bush walks we went on every day; it was such a peaceful change from the hustle and bustle of school. It was an experience that made me feel so connected with nature and I felt so carefree and at peace the entire time."
"This was an amazing experience.. I loved the walks where we got to see animals up close and how the guides made learning so much fun. It was especially great that the guides took time to interact with us, telling us interesting stories and making us feel welcome. I saw so many animals that I hadn’t seen in the wild before … aardvark, honey badgers, mongoose, zebra – and I loved the scorpions "
"Rebecca and Klara loved their experience. Action-packed and special time to bond with each other in nature. Grateful they had this opportunity. Thank you to all involved. "
"Hannah has not stopped telling stories of the trip. Thank you all so much for giving the girls such a memorable experience, for all the adventure and lessons learned."
Who are we
African Insight Academy has 26 years of experience in hosting wildlife and nature camps that inspire, educate and empower our youth. To date more than 12,000 youth have experienced our incredible natural heritage through our programmes.
Health and safety is our first priority and African Insight Academy holds a British Standards Institute BS8848 health and safety accreditation. Parents and guardians are welcome to request a copy of our comprehensive health and safety risk assessment for the camp.
FAQs
With 25 years of experience and over 12,000 children through our programs we have never had a significant medical incident. Every aspect of the camp is subject to the rigorous BS8848 health and safety risk assessment process before it is included in the programme.
During the day the safety of the participants is part of the resposnibility of the camp facilitators. At night there are two camp security staff on duty.
Yes, the BS8848 is very specific about this and the full document is available on request.
Secure your teen’s spot today
– limited space available
COST: R4,750.00 per person
10% Early Bird discount for bookings and payment before 31 October
Fill in the inquiry form and we’ll contact you to make arrangements.
