Summer is back, and Summer camps are about to commence to entertain and engage children. Adventure always calls for excitement. Here are some of the best summer camp outdoor activities in 2024 that will pep up the spirit of adventure in children.
Kabini Wildlife Camp for kids and teens by ‘The Outback Experience’
‘The Outback Experience’ is the gateway to excellent wildlife photography training for children in Karnataka’s noted Nagarhole Tiger Reserve. The team members and wildlife photographers of ‘The Outback Experience,’ Phillip Ross and Samantha Ross, will guide the children through the reserve and the meandering Kabini River to capture some exotic pictures of wild animals.
Many wild animals and about 300 species of birds await to be captured through the lenses at the appropriate place and time as guided by the team members. Also, they are well versed in animal behaviour, which helps children to click some stunning photographs. Additionally, wildlife safaris and fun nature-based games will provide the children with an amusing camping experience. Furthermore, the two-night, three-day luxurious stay and mouth-watering food at ‘The Bison Resort’ will surely etch The Outback Experience’s summer camp outdoor activities 2024 in the memory. Hence, this camp will indeed be one of the best summer camp outdoor activities for children in 2024.
Kabini Wildlife Camp for kids and teens dates
- Batch 1: 3rd to 5th April, 2024
- Batch 2: 14th to 16th April, 2024
- Batch 3: 24th to 26th April 2024 (open to families)
Departure and arrival city – Bangalore
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Dandeli Forest Hill Station by Kalakrruti (Summer camp outdoor activities)
Kalakrruti organises five nights and six days for children above the age of 9 to 16 to unleash their spirit of adventure in the Dandeli forest and hill station. Adventure activities like nature trails, treasure hunts, artificial wall rappelling, archery, and night treks will engage the children. Additionally, jungle safari, daily campfire, and water sports in the River Kali, like Kayaking, Zipline, Aqua Zorbing, etc, will make it exciting at Kalakrruti’s summer camp outdoor activities in 2024. At the same time, the stay at the Bison River Resort on the banks of River Kali and the sumptuous food from the private kitchen will further enrich the experience.
Dandeli Forest Hill Station camp dates
- 17th March, 2024 – 22nd March, 2024
- 22nd March, 2024 – 27 March, 2024 (Holi SPL Batch)
- 1st April, 2024 – 6th April, 2024 (9th, 10th & 12th SPL Batch)
- 24th April, 2024 – 29th April, 2024
- 27th April, 2024 – 2nd May, 2024
- 30th April, 2024 – 5th May, 2024
- 03rd May, 2024 – 8th May, 2024
- 6th May, 2024 – 11th May, 2024
- 22nd May, 2024 – 27th May, 2024
- 25th May, 2024 – 30th May, 2024
- 10th June, 2024 – 15th June, 2024 (IB Spl)
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Bandipur Mudumalai Wildlife Camp 2024 by Frolic Boonies
Frolic Boonies has arranged for the Bandipur Mudumalai Wildlife Camp 2024 for children from 9 to 18. The campsite, located next to the Mudumalai National Park, accommodates children in bamboo huts, camping, and Swiss tents, including simple vegetables and non-veg food. Furthermore, the four-night and five-day camp is exciting and adventurous. Bird watching, wildlife tracking, jungle safari, trekking, chocolate making, fun carnival, art from waste, wildlife treasure hunt, sky gazing, etc are the activities included for an exciting experience. Hence, the camp provides some engaging summer camp outdoor activities in 2024 for a fun-filled experience.
Bandipur Mudumalai Wildlife Camp dates
- 22 April, 2024 – 26 April, 2024
Departure and arrival city – Bangalore
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Summer School at Kalinga Mane, Agumbe, by KCRE (Kalinga Centre for Rainforest Ecology)
The Summer School, Connecting to the Outdoors at Kalinga Mane, Agumbe, by KCRE, will enable your children to spend the summer in a rainforest. Acclaimed scientists will guide the children to unearth the secrets of rainforests. so, it’s fun and learning wrapped in one for an enriching experience. Furthermore, activities include exploring the rainforest, birding, herping, curated lab experiments, reviewing documentaries, interacting with researchers etc. Equip your child to learn to save the rainforest with learning, understanding, and acting!
Hence, this summer camp’s outdoor activities in 2024 will prove to be a learning process loaded with fun.
Summer School at Kalinga Mane, Agumbe dates
- 21st – 25th May, 2024 at Kalinga Mane, Agumbe
Departure and arrival city – Bangalore
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Camp Skandagiri by Inme
Camp Skandagiri by Inme is near the 18th Century Skandagiri Fort erected by Tipu Sultan. This summer camp’s activities are a mix of creativity and adventure tailored age-wise. While they physically involve children, they also mentally nurture and urge them to step out of their comfort zone and prepare them to act independently and confidently. Furthermore they will be exposed to creative tasks, engaging in games and bonfire sessions.
Camp Skandagiri consists of outdoor initiation programs and skill-building programs.
a) Camp Skandagiri – Outdoor initiation programs
The program entertains children between the ages of 9 and 11 years, and activities include backpacking, outdoor survival, rock climbing and ropes course. These camp-based programs aim to build independence and confidence in children.
Camp Skandagiri – Outdoor initiation program dates
- 23rd March, 2024 – 28th March, 2024
- 14th April, 2024 – 19th April, 2024
- 19th April, 2024 – 24th April, 2024
- 24th April, 2024 – 29th April, 2024
- 29th April, 2024 – 4th May, 2024
- 26th May, 2024 – 31st May, 2024
- 15th June, 2024 – 20th June, 2024
- 04th July, 2024 – 10th July, 2024
b) Camp Skandagiri – Skill-building programs
The program is for children ages 11 to 13 and 12 to 14. Outdoor activities include trekking, river rafting, rock climbing, river craft, ropes course, mountain biking, outdoor survival and kayaking. The camp aims to nurture self-confidence through the building of hard skills and in creating initiative and social skills. It also focuses on making children understand the significance of cooperation, adaptability and empathy through rigorous sessions.
Camp Skandagiri – Skill-building programs dates
- 3rd April, 2024 – 9th April, 2024
- 4th May, 2024 – 10th May, 2024
- 20th June, 2024 – 26th June, 2024
- 04th July, 2024 – 10th July, 2024
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Departure and arrival city – Bangalore
Camp Coorg by Inme
Set in Coorg, Karnataka, the summer camp’s activities include backpacking, rock climbing (or) rope course and outdoor survival. The camp aims to engage children between the ages of 12 to 14, 10 to 12, 11 to 13 and 13 to 15. It is a seven-day, action-packed program for children in the wilderness. The focus is to make them step out of their comfort zone by making them independent and confident. A visit to the neighbouring village, bonfire sessions and fun games also add an enriching twist to the experience. Hence, these summer camp outdoor activities are worth trying.
Camp Coorg dates
- 23rd March, 2024 – 29th March, 2024
- 04th April, 2024 – 10th April, 2024
- 10th April, 2024 – 16th April, 2024
- 22nd April 2024 – 28 April 2024
- 28th April, 2024 – 4th May, 2024
- 04th May, 2024 – 10th May, 2024
Note: The dates are for different age groups.
Departure and arrival city – Bangalore
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Coorg on Wheels by Inme
‘Coorg on Wheels’ summer camp is based at Coorg, Karnataka. The program in this summer camp is activity and expedition-laden, the central activity being mountain biking. Children can bike through the rolling green hills and forests, on and off-roads with intermittent slush, rocks and mud. Furthermore, the children will stay comfortably at the camps set up in scenic locations. Children between the ages of 13 – and 16 are eligible for the 7-day ‘The Coorg on Wheels’ summer camp. Hence, this camp at the valleys of Coorg is the most adventurous and best for summer camp outdoor activities in 2024.
Coorg on Wheels camp dates
- 04th April, 2024 – 10th April, 2024
- 10th April, 2024 – 16th April, 2024
- 16th April ,2024- 22nd April, 2024
- 22nd April, 2024 – 28th April, 2024
Departure and arrival city – Bangalore
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The Tadiandamol Expedition by Inme
At the ‘The Tadiandamol Expedition’ summer camp, children trek to the highest peak in the Coorg district, Tadiandamol. As children walk through forests and encounter scenic views, they are comfortably accommodated in tents at different locations every day. 12-14-year-old children are eligible for the 5-day camp.
The Tadiandamol Expedition dates
02nd July, 2024 – 6th July, 2024
Departure and arrival city – Bangalore
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The Netravati Expedition
‘The Netravati Expedition’ calls for a beautiful trek up the Netravati peak in the Kudremukh forest range. Also, the no-trail trek packed with enthusiasm and adventure will excite children. Since it is a lesser-known area, the footfall is a little low here. Hence, one may also see deer, bison and bears along the trek.
Netravati Camp dates
- 1st July, 2024 – 5th July, 2024
- 5th July, 2024 – 9th July, 2024
Departure and arrival city
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In conclusion, the aforesaid summer camps are bound to engage and excite children.
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