MORE THAN
150 locals PERMANeNTLY
eMPLOYED worldwide
spectacular
camps Over 25 to experience
Over 100
PROJECTS run by camps 365 days a year
ONE JOURNEY
Multiple camps
Every trip
UNIQUE
We permanently employ more than 150 people across four continents. Here are just a few of them!
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ABOUT US WHEN YOU BOOK WITH US YOU GET US; WE RUN ALL OUR OWN TRIPS & PROJECTS
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I cannot sum it up in words! I keep using the
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word ‘Amazing’ when talking to people about it ! - Rachel Dewar
Unlike most brochures you receive through your door, you will notice that many of our pages are dedicated to our ethos rather than the fine details for each trip... this is no accident. To work for Camps requires a rare level of dedication and passion. The simple fact is that we all care deeply for the projects to which we have committed ourselves and this brochure is just one way of sending our message that ‘good business can also be good for the planet’. The experiences we offer you, our guest, are a means by which we can achieve our ethical objectives and of course, make our company successful. The faces you see throughout these pages are just some of the extraordinary people who make Camps International special. We are split between four continents but share a common goal; to deliver the best responsible travel experiences in the world. The images we have chosen are the ones that make us feel good. We hope it does the same for you and inspires you to travel with us.
School expedition volunteers in Kenya
Stuart, Matt, Simon, Rory, Damian, Carl & Rhys Directors, Camps International & RJ7
WHY Us? WE NEVER ABANDON OUR PROJECTS. WE FINISH WHAT WE START This is our chance to tell you how we differ from the other organisations out there and why you should choose to travel with us on expedition which, after all is only going to happen once for most people.
For the more adventurous among you, there are opportunities to undertake a personal challenge such as mountain or jungle trekking, or working towards an internationally recognised PADI scuba diving qualification.
All of our programmes offer you the perfect mix of community, wildlife, environment and adventure so you don’t have to choose between community projects or conservation work - we want you to get involved with everything we do.
Travelling with us gives you a unique opportunity to live among rural communities, making lifelong friends and sharing unforgettable experiences. All this whilst developing social, leadership and teamwork skills to achieve a common goal.
Unlike many organisations, we commit to the completion of all our projects, regardless of whether you choose to travel with us, so you can be confident that the work you do will have a lasting impact on the communities and environment. Of the thousands of volunteers who have travelled with us, nearly everyone tells us the same thing. That is, regardless of whether it was their reason for coming in the first place, it was the involvement with the people and children in the communities that made their experience so very special. Working with communities is not something unique to us; the way we do it is. A close second are the wildlife conservation projects to which we are fiercely committed. We are currently working to conserve over 130,000 acres of important wildlife habitat across Kenya, Tanzania, Borneo and Ecuador as well as marine conservation in the Pacific and Indian Oceans and South China Sea.
The Camps Foundation was started in order to raise the additional funds needed to support our huge range of project commitments. 100% of all donations raised are spent on projects – this is our 100% guarantee. We use our company resources on a not for profit basis, our staff and network of committed ex clients and friends to raise funds. The company pays for all administration of the Foundation, so every penny raised is a penny spent on projects.
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An amazing experience! I realised
how little it takes to make a small but
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significant change in someone’s life. - Samantha Deavin
School in Tsavo, Kenya.
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Together we ARE protectING OVER 130,000 acres of wildlife habitat
Elephants at Mound Camp, Tsavo, Kenya.
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OUR CAMPS OUR CAMPS ARE BUILT AND RUN BY LOCAL PEOPLE Nothing you see in this brochure, our website or the films we produce will prepare you for the sensation of travelling with us. Our camps are built in the heart of the communities and wildlife reserves with whom we work and are staffed by the local people who have grown up there. We build locally, employ locally and buy whatever resources we can locally. Before a camp is established we agree objectives with the community to enhance their way of life, protect their environment and conserve the local wildlife. This process defines the purpose for each camp and the experiences that you as a volunteer will immerse yourself in. We have offices and over 150 staff in Africa, Asia and Latin America, providing around the clock communications, vehicle servicing, food supplies, stores, security and operational support. For transport we use a mix of minibuses, landcruisers and our prized Bedford truck conversions.
Accommodation ranges from traditional thatched buildings and longhouses to a simple dome tent or even a hammock in the jungle or on the beach. We provide you with comfy accommodation that is in keeping with the surrounding environment wherever you stay; unless of course being ‘uncomfortable’ is unavoidable such as halfway up a mountain! It is the responsibility of our locally employed kitchen teams to keep you well fed and watered throughout your stay. Our kitchens always act as the heart of any camp and our staff work extremely hard to consistently create a great standard of food for most dietary requirements, regardless of power cuts, monsoon rains and supply trucks breaking down. Depending on your length of stay and where you’re travelling to, you will spend time in several of our camps to get a true flavour of the country you’re visiting. The following pages give you a taster of what you can expect...
CAMP TSAVO TARU DESERT, KENYA
Camp Tsavo is one of the most spectacular places you will ever visit. Set in the middle of an 80,000 acre private conservation area bordering the world famous Tsavo National Parks, this exquisite location offers you a once in a lifetime chance to live alongside amazing wildlife in the heart of the African bush. This permanent camp is laid out like a traditional African village and is surrounded by stunning panoramic views of Rukinga sanctuary on all sides. More than 50 species of large mammals inhabit the sanctuary including lions, cheetahs, leopards, African wild dogs, elephants, buffalos, hyenas, giraffes and endangered Grevvy’s zebras. It is also home to over 300 species of birds, dozens of reptiles and amphibians and thousands of insect species.
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CAMP MUHAKA SOUTH COAST, KENYA
Camp Muhaka is a permanent bush camp set within a small rural African community on the lower slopes of the Shimba Hills. Built in 2007, this beautiful camp sits in the middle of a forest, rich in palm and mango trees that provide cooling shade from the heat of the sun, where monkeys and bush babies inquisitively watch you from the canopy. The schools and community groups that we are working with are just across the road and it is only a short walk to the sacred Kaya Muhaka forest where one of our conservation projects is based. This gives you the chance to experience first hand the positive effect that your work has on the community.
CAMP MAKONGENI SOUTH COAST, KENYA
Makongeni was the first camp we built back in 2004 and is named after the community where it’s located. This charming rural village is only 4 km away from the Indian Ocean and is on the edge of a stunning mangrove forest fringed by palm trees. Makongeni is an unspoilt location off the beaten track giving you a real taste of authentic African life and a place to make lifelong friends and strong bonds with the local community.
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CAMP TANGA NORTH COAST, TANZANIA
Camp Tanga is a rustic bush camp set in the heart of a small Tanzanian community on the beach of the Indian Ocean. Built in 2010, this incredible camp overlooks the ocean, with two beautiful Baobab trees in the centre of camp. At night, bush babies can be seen jumping from tree to tree as the moon rises over the ocean. The camp’s central location in the village means many of the ocean related activities are just steps away. You will experience authentic local village life by living and working alongside this charming fishing community. The nearest town is Tanga, approximately 10 km north of Camp Tanga.
CAMP UGANDA NAKITOMA, UGANDA
In 2012, Camps International established itself in the pearl of Africa – Uganda. In partnership with the only safe haven for white rhino, the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Camp Uganda will further its long term commitment to wildlife conservation on the continent through our responsible travel model. And of course no visit to Uganda is complete without passage along the longest river in Africa, the Nile and its source Lake Victoria. Hairy Lemon Camp set up on a little island will be our base for community service outreach and long term friendships with the ever welcoming Ugandan people.
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CAMP TINANGOL SABAH, BORNEO
Established in 2008, Camp Tinangol is based around a beautifully crafted traditional long house, raised off the ground on stilts and divided into a communal area along one side and a row of private living quarters lined down the other. The camp is situated just beyond the rural Rungus community of the same name where you will become immersed in local culture and tradition. The Kampung (village) of Tinangol is home to around 800 people and consists of three longhouses each housing 25 families (roughly 200 people) as well as a scattering of separate stilt houses.
CAMP BONGKUD MOUNT KINABALU, BORNEO
We have built Camp Bongkud in the centre of a traditional Dusun community in Western Sabah. The camp benefits from the close proximity to the fabulous locals who have so much to offer. This part of Borneo has suffered from ruthless deforestation and mining in the past so our projects are aimed at producing as much benefit from the natural surroundings as possible. The camp is also the starting point for a trek into the jungle where volunteers can master the art of survival in a completely new environment.
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CAMP MANTANANI SABAH, BORNEO
Camp Mantanani is located on the stunningly beautiful island after which it was named, just off the coast of Borneo. Surrounded by turquoise waters and colourful coral reefs, this place is a hidden gem. Juvenile turtles, dolphins and a multitude of glittering reef fish frequent the waters, making Mantanani an ideal location for our marine conservation projects. The camp itself is set right on the beach a little way from the island’s sole village where one of our community projects is based. Although the accommodation is basic, this close proximity gives you the chance to experience the benefit your work has on the people you will be living and working with.
CAMP Beng Mealea NEAR SIEM REAP, CAMBODIA
Camp Beng Mealea was built in late 2010 and is based outside Siem Reap, Cambodia’s second city and the gateway to the fascinating Khmer Empire. It is here that the stunning temples of Angkor Wat and the ancient capital of Angkor Thom can be found. This part of Cambodia is home to literally hundreds of temples built between 1200 and 800 years ago with many towns and villages springing up originally to support the communities at these temples. The commune of Beng Mealea is no different, the main road lying right next to the entrance of the dramatic Beng Mealea Temple. Our Camp is a short way down this same road, hidden from view by the local school and the beautiful Buddhist Pagoda. The pace of life in Beng Mealea is slow and relaxed and it’s very easy to imagine that it has changed little in hundreds of years.
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CAMP COSTA PACIFIC OCEAN, ECUADOR
Camp Costa is in the heart of a small village, overlooking the warm and sunny Pacific Ocean. This position gives you the chance to experience local village life in this charming fishing town and see how your work has a positive effect on the area. There are many activities available on the coast; islands to visit, whale watching, ancient cultural sites and sulphur springs to explore or just chilling on some of Ecuador’s best beaches and in the famous surfer town of Montanita. After a hard days work, kick back, lounge in your hammock and look out to sea - you may be lucky enough to spot dolphins, sea lions and even the mighty humpback whales.
Camp MAqui CLOUD FOREST, ECUADOR
Our camp is set in a small community within a 14,000-acre reserve in the heart of Ecuador’s stunning cloud forest. This very special location offers you jawdropping views in every direction. Home to the charismatic yet endangered Andean spectacled bear, the forest is one of the most important ecological areas in the world, teeming with an abundance of animals and birds. The reserve boasts 50 species of mammals, 370 species of birds and a whopping 1000 species of plants, 346 of which are orchids. This peaceful location could easily be mistaken for paradise as hummingbirds dart past you in the morning and late afternoon. The camp’s central location in the village means that the wide variety of projects are within a few minutes walk, giving you the chance to see how your hard work benefits the community and protects the reserve.
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CAMP Peru COMING SOON
Camp Peru will be available as an addition to South America gap year programmes and for selected school itineraries from 2013 onwards. Our camps are situated in the south of the country, an area which encompasses the High Andes, Pacific Coast and the desert. This location allows us access to many of the continent’s greatest historical sites and adventures. The historical capital of the Incan Empire, Cuzco, is the starting point for any trek to Machu Picchu the lost city of the Incas. Further south, from Arequipa, we can easily reach the desert and Colca Canyon, home of the mighty condor. Finally, Puno acts as the gateway to Lake Titicaca, the world’s highest navigable lake.
OUR PLEDGE SUSTAINABILITY IS AT THE HEART OF EVERYTHING WE DO
We clearly recognise the synergy between our commercial and ethical objectives and the result has been to create a responsible culture in everything we do. We always fulfil our project objectives and have established charities to work alongside Camps International to provide additional support for our ongoing initiatives.
WHAT WE DO • We run all our own trips and projects • Our camps are built and run by local people • We empower thousands of people to generate income for themselves – no handouts • We protect and conserve wildlife – on land and in the ocean • We love our environment. We plant trees… a lot of trees • We are committed to quality and committed to making your experience outstanding • Travel with Camps and you join a global family that includes us and the communities to which we belong
WHAT WE DON’T DO • • • • •
We don’t cut corners in our safety, ethics, integrity or responsibilities We never abandon our projects – we finish what we start We don’t sell cheap trips – cheap trips mean compromise We don’t run pointless projects. Everything we do matters We don’t abandon you in country. We employ over 150 people worldwide - offices, vehicles, drivers, camp managers, cooks, security, housekeeping, project leaders, operations teams – all there for you
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Rain is a blessing, Muhaka celebration. Kenya.
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It was by far the most astounding
experience of my life… I had the privilege
of actually knowing the locals, rather than
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merely being another tourist. - Treena Bhakta
COMMUNITY WE DON’T RUN POINTLESS PROJECTS. EVERYTHING WE DO MATTERS When something is fundamentally right, it just works. There are no handouts to be had and all our projects are established in partnership with local people. The process invariably starts with a long, hot meeting in the village with the members of the community who shape the indigenous way of life. We discuss the needs of the community with women’s groups and respected elders and how we can achieve a list of sustainable development objectives, working together. Our camps act as a source of local industry and employment with food produce and project materials bought locally. We bring the funds, enthusiastic travellers and guarantee sustainability. During your stay with us you will be involved with projects ranging from lowlevel construction to making elephant dung paper. We successfully balance project needs with our need to ensure that you have an incredible experience that is fulfilling in every way. The end result is an international, multi-racial, multi-religious and culturally diverse community achieving extraordinary things together.
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We’re truly honoured that people from the UK would travel such a
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long way to help us.
- Bindang Mantakab, Chief of Village, Kg. Bongkud, Borneo
Children with volunteers, Borneo.
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It is completely unique as you really do get
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involved in the community. - Oliver Chivers
Fostering long term relationships between us and the communities with whom we work, across the globe, is central to what we do. Our aim is to help them sustain their own cultures and identities whilst developing their independence. All photos from Camp Peru.
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Gappers working on community projects, Ecuador.
COMMUNITY PROJECTS WE EMPOWER PEOPLE TO GENERATE THEIR OWN INCOME
Living and working in our locations all year round has enabled us to make a real and lasting difference to the communities that we work with by improving their access to proper sanitation, clean drinking water, healthcare and an education. We have up to 100 different projects running at any one time and the projects undertaken by our volunteers have benefitted around 30,000 people in Africa, Asia and Latin America. Here are just a few examples so far... • • •
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Over 9,000 volunteers and 200 UK and International schools have contributed to our projects Together we have improved and built 30 schools We have constructed over 200,000 litres of water storage and installed 6 gravity fed water systems to provide communities with clean drinking water We have constructed 34 school and community ablution blocks to improve sanitation We have built 5 new school kitchen and dining facilities for school children We have built over 2000 fuelefficient stoves for rural communities Our feeding programmes have supported more than 800 young children in Africa
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MAKONGENI A CASE STUDY For over 10 years we have worked on a long-term sustainable development plan with the village of Makongeni in Kenya, to improve learning facilities for over 600 children and provide the community of over 3,000 people with better sanitation and clean drinking water. Here are just some of our achievements so far: Significantly reduced waterborne diseases like cholera by constructing a borehole, water pump and gravity-fed water tank Constructed two 8-unit ablution blocks Built a nursery school for 150 children and purchased learning materials Built a fully equipped library with over 3,000 books Constructed and refurbished 11 classrooms, office and staff quarters Made 324 desks Constructed perimeter fencing to improve school security Provided electricity for the school Provided scholarships to allow students to continue onto secondary education Held regular community workshops and village clean-ups Treated 280 children for parasitic ‘jiggers’ infestation Planted 20,000 naturally occurring coastal trees Provided over 10,500 hours of teaching assistance and sports coaching Created jobs for 22 young people in the community Created a farm for the young people to generate an income Built 4 traditional houses for people in desperate living condiitons Built a double classroom and office for the use of Makongeni Primary School Dug nine fishponds in the mangroves with the Baraka Women’s Group in order to generate and create income for local women
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If you think you are too small to
have an impact, try sleeping in a
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room with a mosquito. - African Proverb
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WILDLIFE WE PROTECT AND CONSERVE WILDLIFE - ON LAND AND IN THE OCEAN Our conservation projects are targeted to include four of the world’s top biodiversity hotspots - areas with the richest and most threatened animal and plant life on Earth - so that our efforts deliver the biggest benefits. Our programmes offer you the opportunity to contribute to ongoing wildlife conservation projects that provide you with a working safari experience. Our projects aim to increase the value of wildlife and habitats by working with communities to develop alternatives to over-exploitation of natural resources. This results in a reduction in conflict between people and wildlife, as well as encouraging environmental stewardship from the local communities.
We have a wide range of conservation activities that could include anything from digging waterholes and fishponds, building anti-poaching rangers huts, making elephant dung paper, planting food trees for orangutans and vaccinating livestock to learning about sea turtle conservation, planning environmental education workshops or contributing to our ‘art for conservation’ initiative to raise awareness of the threats facing some of the world’s most amazing animals. Our aim is to turn you into a global ambassador for wildlife conservation, for now and for future generations.
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ENVIRONMENT WE LOVE OUR ENVIRONMENT. WE PLANT TREES... A LOT OF TREES
The health of our oceans, rivers and forests is crucial to our survival and wellbeing, yet unsustainable human activities are putting increasing pressure on our planet. Our projects tackle issues such as deforestation, pollution and overharvesting of wildlife and your activities could include anything from planting trees to developing alternative fuel sources for communities. Our work is not restricted to dry land and it is no coincidence that many of our camps are located on or near the coast. Our beaches are among the most spectacular in the world. Simple beach clean-ups achieve an enormous amount and go a long way to educate future generations as to the real value of conserving our marine ecosystems.
Turtle sculpture created from discarded flip-flops collected from the beach. (Below) Elephant sculpture made from snares.
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Brilliant! Everything I thought it
would be and more. The work was
hard but enjoyable and the impact
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we made visible.
- Charlotte Hanson-Gardner
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Our volunteers have cleared over 14 tonnes of marine refuse from fragile coastlines
Flip-flops collected from beach, and later recycled into eco-art and items to sell to raise funds for the community, Kenya.
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ADVENTURE WE DON’T CUT CORNERS IN OUR SAFETY, ETHICS, INTEGRITY OR RESPONSIBILITIES Personal challenge is an important part of any expedition and we offer a range of different adventure activities, depending on which country you visit. Mountain trekking: We pride ourselves on a summit success rate that is rare to find in our industry, which stands at over 90% for the thousands of adventurers who have trekked with us. It is an outstanding achievement to even start one of these treks and not to be entered into lightly. The rewards of any trek are incredible and we will not even try to describe the extraordinary sense of achievement that comes from standing on a summit and watching the sun rise over Africa, Asia or Latin America. Our formula for success relies on professional guides, well paid porters and quite simply, we take longer and go slower. Jungle trekking: Trekking with local guides through dense tropical jungle is a once in a lifetime opportunity that allows you to push yourself beyond your comfort zone and embark on a journey of discovery and exploration. As well as
undertaking the trek we like to try and teach the skills required to survive in such difficult terrain and the ecology of these endangered environments. Scuba courses: Our scuba expeditions offer volunteers the opportunity to gain internationally recognised PADI qualifications in some of the most stunning parts of the world. Wildlife Watching: Most of our programmes include spectacular wildlife viewing opportunities but if you want to experience even more, we offer a range of extended safaris and wildlife excursions. Galapagos Islands: A two island adventure in one of the world’s most iconic and valuable destinations. Our trip gives a taste of the vast array of animals, tropical beaches and volcanoes that characterize this incredible place. Machu Picchu trek: No trip to Peru is complete without trekking up to the UNESCO world heritage site of Machu Picchu.
Please speak to one of our Expedition Coordordinators about incorporating an adventure challenge in to your DofE Gold Award.
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Mount Kenya.
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Such a huge sense of achievement. To reach the
summit was so emotional but an amazing once in a
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lifetime feeling - completely awe inspiring. - Holly Spanner
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SAFETY AND HEALTH WE EMPLOY OVER 150 PEOPLE WORLDWIDE TO KEEP YOU SAFE This is the most important aspect of your expedition and something we take very seriously. Unlike most UK expedition companies, our operations team consisting of over 150 staff are mainly located where you are, in the expedition destination, as well as our team in the UK. This means we are on hand to prevent and deal with incidents rather than just react to them from afar. There is no doubt that the greatest benefits and rewards to you will come from the most challenging tasks and adventures. Our job is to ensure that the challenges we introduce you to and the services we provide are as safe as possible. We recognise that world travel and adventure will take you to unfamiliar destinations and environments and stretch your comfort zone. That is why we have professional and experienced leaders and members of camp staff to provide a fully supported expedition around the clock. In most instances we use
Hospital, Kenya.
our own highly maintained vehicles for transfers. When this is not possible, we will use approved third party providers. Through experience and local expertise, we know where the dangers and pitfalls are and as a result of thorough risk assessments and constant awareness, we do all that is possible to keep you safe and well. We choose our camps carefully to ensure that they are strategically located close to approved medical facilities, and have in place rehearsed medical and emergency procedures to ensure you receive the best standard of care possible. In addition to this, our camps are located in safe and secure areas and through our relationship with the local communities, we benefit from a high degree of local security. In simple terms, the locals see us as part of their community and take good care of us. To complement this we employ our own security team to maintain a 24-hour presence to deter any ‘would be’ petty crime.
Workshop Mechanics, Kenya.
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All of these photographs were taken by our volunteers on expedition in 2012-13.
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Thanks Camps International for helping us go on this wild
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adventure with you!
- Vincent Wright, school student
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WHAT’s IN IT FOR ME? WE ARE COMMITTED TO MAKING YOUR EXPERIENCE OUTSTANDING The benefits of an expedition with us are immense and place you in situations that cannot be replicated at home or in the classroom. Employers and universities look favourably on this type of experience as it gives you the chance to build up your CV with unique skills and experiences that set you apart from the rest of the crowd. You will increase your work experience, learn a new language, immerse yourself in new cultures, help others, make new and lasting friendships and have the chance to reflect on your personal skills and desires before fully committing to a course or career. We also have a customised agreement with ASDAN, enabling students to work towards getting 70 UCAS points or a recognised universities award when participating in one of our expeditions. If you are completing your DofE, please speak to one of our team about incorporating an adventure challenge in to your Gold Award.
School team in Tsavo, Kenya. Africa.
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It made me a stronger person and made me more
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enthusiastic to fight for my mark in the world. - Ryan Ford
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Healthcare Outreach BRINGING HEALTHCARE TO COMMUNITIES, ONE CAMP AT A TIME
In November 2011, 25 dedicated volunteers from the medical profession travelled from the UK to Kenya in order to take part in our pioneering new Healthcare Outreach Programme. The group comprised mainly practice nurses, but also GP’s and healthcare assistants. Over the course of two weeks, they ran 8 free medical clinics for the local community, providing treatment and advise on nutrition, sexual health and hygiene, but with their main focus on the treatment and eradication of jiggers. In just two weeks the healthcare team:
• Ran clinics in the villages of
Makongeni, Muhaka, Madago, Fihoni, Kilole, Mkwambani, Magaoni and Zigira • Successfully treated 7,444 medical incidences. Many people were treated for 3-4 different ailments at once and every patient was dewormed. • In one day the team managed to treat 150 children and over 500 adults!
This collection of volunteers went from relentless healthcare workers treating thousands of people to star fundraisers all in the same month. A few weeks after they had left Kenya the Camps Foundation had received a donation of £2500 to entirely rennovate and improve the water security and storage at the Muhaka dispensary which was completely in shambles. Following the overwhelming success of the 2011 expedition, we launched more healthcare outreach expeditions in Kenya and Cambodia and are planning more for the future. Our longterm vision is to be able to provide this programme in all our destinations, particularly Tanzania and Cambodia, to provide clinics at all our camps and to provide medical support to the community on a more regular basis.
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I have come back inspired to raise
money to help those we met. It makes a difference, knowing the person
who needs your help will actually get it, because of the accountability of
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Camps International. - Dr. Sam Powell GP
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Find out more JOIN OUR CAMPS COMMUNITY AND BE PART OF SOMETHING SPECIAL So you’ve heard it all from us but there’s nothing more reassuring than hearing it from fellow travellers. As a company we’ve chosen to embrace online social platforms simply because we just love being part of that massive online network where everyone has an opportunity to speak for themselves; meet like-minded people; share their experiences through photographs, blogs or just one-liners on facebook. So join us in making a lot of noise about being proud responsible travellers or take a sneak-peak and hear it straight from the zebra’s mouth!
www.facebook.com/campsinternational Join us on Facebook, share pictures and meet other travellers. Look out for exclusive updates and competitions! www.campsinternational.com/blog Our blog is updated regularly by staff across all of our camps, so you can follow our projects and events. www.twitter.com/campsint Addicted to Twitter? Us too! Follow us at @campsint for live updates from all of our locations. #AskCamps Got a question? Tweet it using the hashtag #AskCamps on Mondays between 5-6pm GMT and one of our team will reply to your query. www.instagram.com/campsint Our staff take photos and video clips from all of our camps, so follow us for regular updates on your smartphone. www.flickr.com/campsinternationalafrica Photos from our African camps. www.flickr.com/campsinternationalasia Photos from our Asian camps. www.flickr.com/campsinternationallatinamerica Photos from our Latin American camps. www.facebook.com/groups/campsfundraising Stuck for ideas on how to raise the funds for your expedition? Have a look at our fundraising Facebook advice group for loads of ideas!
OUR SPECIALIST BRANDS TRIPS AND EXPEDITIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER We don’t just provide award winning trips for our school and gap year volunteers. Through our sister brands Life and RJ7 Expeditions, we can make our unique type of responsible travel available to everyone. If you are looking for a career break, family holiday, charity expedition or corporate trip with a difference, why not give us a call and we’ll see how we can help.
www.campsinternational.com/life Our Life trips offer family holidays and career breaks with a difference. These are life enhancing and rewarding experiences in some of the most beautiful parts of the world. • Family volunteering • Specialist expeditions • Not for profit trips
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Few people get an opportunity to live and truly integrate with another culture. On your journey you will experience people that may have less than you in possessions but always leave you smiling at how rich they are in spirit. This is your chance, and sometimes they only come once.
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The best way to find yourself is to lose
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yourself in the service of others. - Mahatma Gandhi
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