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Name: Camps International
Address: Unit 10 Kingfisher Park Headlands Business ParkSalisbury Road, Ringwood
Rating: 4.08

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Camps International 5 star review on 11th December 2024

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Anonymous // 01/01/2019

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“Camps international has so far been fantastic, very supportive with every step, informative and providing excellent events in the lead up to our expedition. Just finishing up on a training weekend, been so well looked after, team have been great and would definitely recommend to all thinking about embarking on a camps journey.”

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Posted 10 months ago

Hi Tara, Thank you so much for the glowing review of your experience at our Teacher Training Weekend. We are so glad that you have felt supported by our staff in the lead up to your expedition. At Camps, we strive to ensure that our training events are informative and help you prepare for your expedition, so we are overjoyed to hear that your experience was a positive one. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with everyone and we hope you have an amazing time on your expedition! Thanks - The Camps Crew

Posted 10 months ago

“I had a great time on my Teacher Familiarisation Trip with Camps International. I really feel that the work that they do is making a real difference. Their philosophy is to empower local people rather than giving handouts which is really impressive. We could see the direct (and indirect) impact that their projects are creating on the villages. Some of their projects included building chicken coops for people to give them additional source of income, teaching English to local kids to improve their chances in tourism industry, helping refurbish the schools in the area etc. They have their sites set up in the village itself and employs local staff to run the camp site. They are a part of the village since they have been there for quite some time, so it helps interact with locals as well. I think the students would get a lot out of the trip with them by doing service for the community, understand a different culture and learn about the hardships they face in day to day life.”

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Posted 10 months ago

Dear Vaibhav Thank you so much for sharing your positive experience with Camps International! It's heartening to hear that you had a fantastic time on your Teacher Fam Trip and that you've witnessed first-hand the meaningful impact of the project work in Cambodia. We're thrilled that you recognize the educational value such a trip could offer students—not only in serving others but also in gaining a deeper understanding of different cultures and the challenges they encounter. Your insights truly highlight the transformative potential of these experiences. Your endorsement is invaluable, and we look forward to welcoming you and your students for what promises to be an enriching and unforgettable adventure! All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 10 months ago

“i liked the experience”

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Posted 11 months ago

Dear Omar Thank you for your 4 star rating! We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your expedition. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 11 months ago

“i liked the experience”

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Posted 11 months ago

“i liked the experience”

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Posted 1 year ago

“I’ve been on two expeditions before ( Peru 2019, Borneo 2022 ), but I’ve never been on a teacher Recce before. I absolutely loved loved my week out in Kenya in October. The staff that accompanied us were amazing, the Kenya camp’s team are superb and the camps we visited were fantastic. Whilst only there for a week, it was packed with so many activities ( a trek with bush skills, visiting a Massai tribe, visiting and trying project work and even a mini safari. The food in Kenya, I found, was so much better than in Borneo and Peru. The sites were excellent ( apart from staff accommodation being far too hot at one camp ). Really looking forward to the expedition next year now.”

Camps International 5 star review on 27th November 2023

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Posted 1 year ago

Dear Darran Thank you so much for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that your teacher recce in Kenya was such a memorable one. Our team strives to provide an enriching and immersive experience, so it brings us great joy to know that the activities, the food, and our dedicated staff met your expectations. Your feedback about the accommodation at one of the camps is appreciated. We're always looking for ways to improve, so we're grateful for your insight. We're equally excited about the upcoming expedition and we can't wait to create more unforgettable experiences with you and your students. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“Please be aware this is for 14 - 18 year olds and they are grouped dependant of the expedition the school has selected and not by age. My son signed up to Impact in Cambodia with four other boys from his school who would all be 18 years at the time of travel. They had just finished their A’levels. Camps International put them with another group of 18 students who had just completed year 10. When I became aware of this in November 22, I contacted Camps International and asked if the boys could be transferred to a group similar to their age (we had already paid for half the trip) they said the groups had already been assigned. I asked for a refund and they refused this. We would not have signed up to the trip, if we new the other group would have been so young. Camps International came to the sixth form to talk about the expedition, not at any point did they speak about the age groups or is it in their literature or on their website. As it was a sixth form talk we assumed it would be with other sixth formers. My concerns that the group dynamics would be geared to the age of the majority. Camps International refused to acknowledge this. As they refused a refund, my son did go on the trip. He enjoyed the community work, however, the down time wasn’t what he had hoped for. Strict 9.00pm bedtimes, 18 year olds can regulate their own sleep, even if they have to be up at 6.00am. If you are a sixth former and want an adventure after leaving year 13. This is not the route to go down. My son left the group after 3 weeks and spent the remaining time exploring Cambodia and meeting other young adults.”

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Posted 1 year ago

“Very busy reccy visiting various Camps, Borneo staff were fantastic, kept us engaged with insightful information about Borneo with some treats to keep us going.”

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Posted 1 year ago

Thank you so much for your five star rating of Camps International! We are very pleased that you found the hospitality from our Borneo staff to be fantastic and that they kept you engaged with insightful information about Borneo throughout your teacher inspection visit. We look forward to welcoming you and your students on expedition in the Summer of 2024. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“The staff inspection visit to Borneo was excellent. The trip was extremely valuable in preparing me for the trip in the summer”

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Posted 1 year ago

Dear Nicky Thank you so much for taking the time to review your recent inspection visit to Borneo. We're pleased you found the trip itself useful from a planning perspective - your students are definitely in for a treat next summer. We can’t wait to welcome you and the team out on expedition. If you need anything in the mean-time please get in touch! All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“Best time of my life would do anything to go back”

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Posted 1 year ago

Dear Sofia Thank you for the excellent review, Sofia! We're so glad that you had a fantastic expedition with us. We're thrilled to hear that it was the "best time of your life" and agree that once you've been and visited our partner communities in Cambodia, you'll want to go back and experience it all again! All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“Last January, I brought a group of 50 students from Vietnam to Cambodia for a 5-day community expedition at Camp Beng Melea. We had a wonderful experience from being picked up from the airport, being transferred to camp, made to feel incredibly welcome and well-cared for to being involved in meaningful and sustainable community projects. In particular, the Camp leader Han was amazing. His care, passion and friendliness made us all feel humbled, comfortable and inspired. All of the staff were amazing, and I'm looking forward to leading our next trip there in a couple of months.”

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Posted 1 year ago

Dear Mark Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience at Camp Beng Melea. We are truly delighted to hear that you and your group of students had a wonderful time with us. Your kind words about our staff, especially Han, have been shared with the entire team. It was our pleasure to ensure your stay was comfortable, welcoming, and meaningful. Recognition like yours truly inspires us to continue delivering exceptional expeditions with impact. We eagerly look forward to travelling again with us in a couple of months. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us if you need any assistance for your next expeditions. Thank you once again for your positive feedback. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“The BEST experience ever. I got to know so many people that I didn’t really know before so better, connect with people who I’d been friends with before and just come together as basically one big family. The staff were amazing, I don’t think any of us from team Heridia could’ve asked for anything more. Will, our expedition Leader was absolutely brilliant at what he did and we’re all so glad we got him :). For me, it has made me mature as well. It’s made me realise the simplicity of life and how hard it can be for people who are less fortunate than us here in the UK. It’s helped me become more aware of my surroundings and engaging in more things that can help me in the future. As your motto states: it was an “Ethical Journey with (MASSIVE) Impact”. Thank you so much camps for giving me this experience, I know I will definitely cherish those 4 weeks forever. Thank you :) Noah :) (I don’t know what photos they mean so I’ve put some of my favourites that I took 😃) (Also they’re all pictures of nature due to me not being sure if other members of team Heridia would be ok with their photos being sent)”

Camps International 5 star review on 31st October 2023

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Posted 1 year ago

Dear Noah, Your words have touched our hearts deeply, and we couldn't be happier to know that your time with Camps International was the "BEST experience ever." Connecting with people and forming lasting bonds is at the heart of our expeditions, and it's heart-warming to hear that you felt like part of one big family. We're immensely proud of our dedicated staff, and we're delighted to hear that Will, your expedition leader, made such a positive impression. Their commitment to making each expedition memorable is truly commendable. Your reflections on personal growth and awareness are remarkable. It's indeed a transformative journey, and understanding the simplicity of life and the challenges faced by others is a valuable lesson. We're glad to hear that your experiences with us have inspired you to be more engaged and make a positive impact in the future. Noah, we're deeply honoured to have been a part of your journey, and we're grateful that you chose to share your 4 weeks with us in Costa Rica. The memories and connections you've made will be cherished forever. Thank you for the stunning photos you've shared with us (Do enter them into our Photo and Video Competition). We respect your consideration for your fellow team members, and we appreciate your thoughtful approach. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“Great staff, great location, loved the work and meeting new people”

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Posted 1 year ago

Dear Harry Thank you, Harry, for your generous 5-star rating of Camps International! We are absolutely delighted to hear that you had a fantastic time in Costa Rica and that our friendly staff played a role in making your experience truly amazing. We are equally thrilled that you had the opportunity to forge new connections during your expedition and found value in our sustainable project work. Your positive feedback is a testament to our commitment to delivering exceptional adventures and making a positive impact. We are excited to have been a part of your journey. Thank you for travelling with us! All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“The trip was great and well organised. It was an amazing experience. What I didn't like was the lack of support to fundraising, I was sold an idea that there would be a lot of support from my school and camps international, unfortunately that was not the case and there was 0 support especially from our school.”

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Posted 1 year ago

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are delighted to hear that you had an amazing experience and felt the trip was well organised. Regarding your concerns about the lack of fundraising support, we are committed to offering ongoing fundraising assistance. We provide various avenues for support, including our Traveller Gateway, Facebook Fundraising Advice Group, informative blog posts, newsletters, and a team on hand to answer any questions or share ideas over the phone. It's disheartening to hear that we didn't meet your expectations in this regard. We also understand your disappointment with your school's lack of involvement in your fundraising efforts. We would encourage you to also communicate your frustrations with them. If you have any further suggestions on how we could have enhanced your fundraising experience, please do not hesitate to contact us at operations@campsinternational.co.uk. Your feedback is invaluable to us. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“My daughter thoroughly enjoyed her trip to Cambodia, which has created lifelong memories for her. The exposure the students received to life in Cambodia under the Khmer Rouge regime has already made an impact. It's these experiences that help shape young adults by providing a tangible understanding of human rights and guiding them on the right moral path.”

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Posted 1 year ago

Dear Kendyl Thank you so much for your 5-star rating of Camps International! We're so glad your daughter had an enjoyable experience in Cambodia and was able to gain key insights into life under the Khmer Rouge regime. We strongly believe that it's through these hands-on experiences that help young adults form a better understanding of different cultures and become better citizens of the world. Thank you for travelling with Camps International. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“I had an amazing time on my expedition and I would highly recommend going on one of these trips to anyone else with the opportunity to do so. All the camps staff were super friendly and helpful. It was an incredible experience and I enjoyed experiencing and learning about different cultures in Borneo as well as learning about Borneo itself. It was also satisfying to see the project work we had completed by the end of the stay in a particular camp and know that the local community would benefit from it. Camps international was really helpful in providing resources to help me prepare for the expedition. The pre-departure meeting was informative and a good opportunity to ask any final questions, especially about travel money. I didn't have to contact Camps International with concerns at all.”

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Posted 1 year ago

Dear Asha I'm glad to hear that you had such an amazing time on your expedition with Camps International in Borneo! It sounds like you had a truly enriching and rewarding experience. The positive feedback you've provided about the friendly and helpful camp staff, the opportunity to learn about different cultures and Borneo itself, and the satisfaction of contributing to project work that benefits the local community is wonderful to hear. It's also good to know that the resources we provided helped you to prepare for the expedition and that the pre-departure meeting was informative and a chance to ask those final questions. Thank you for sharing your feedback. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“All was fine but if you need any suport about visa or immunisation you need to find everything alone and also once you paid the fees you have additional cost around £1000 to pay for immunisation, equipment etc.”

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Posted 1 year ago

Dear Nicola Thank you for providing additional information about your experience with Camps International. It's valuable to know that while the overall experience was positive you felt that you needed additional support with regards to applying for Visas and finding out more about on applicable Vaccinations for the expedition. While our Traveller Gateway has a lot of information with regards to where you are visiting, along with a handy map to take to your Travel nurse for latest guidance on vaccinations, it is feedback that we will take onboard to make sure that this information is easier to find within the expedition resources. We acknowledge that the visa application process can be frustrating, and it's important to note that the requirements and procedures may vary from one embassy to another. Due to these variations and individual circumstances, we may not always be able to offer specific guidance for every applicant. Our travel support team is however at the end of the phone to offer support to make this process as smooth as possible. We thank you for your valuable feedback. If there are any other recommendations you would like to share we would welcome hearing from you on operations@campsinternational.co.uk All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“Fantastic experience, really felt our expedition to Borneo was worthwhile. Camps International have really well-trained and helpful staff, both at home and abroad. Would highly recommend a trip with Camps.”

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Posted 1 year ago

Thank you so much for the five-star rating Jacob! We are so glad to hear that you had a fantastic experience on your expedition to Borneo with us. We really appreciate your kind words about our staff, both home and abroad. Thank you for recommending a trip with us - it is very much appreciated. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“Camps International expedition trek to Borneo with Impact which I embarked on in July 2023 was a life-changing experience and something I will never forget. It was so special experiencing the culture, climate and environment of Sabah, Borneo. The highlight of my journey was experiencing the cultures and taking part in the local community, with either project work or having the opportunity to engage with the children and locals. The setting and environment were beautiful in the Borneo jungle, with the river boat ride in the sunset. The journey had a significant impact on me that kick-started my career based on the passion I've always had for wildlife, conservation and preserving the environment. The experience of travelling across the globe has changed my life.”

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Posted 1 year ago

Dear Lauren Your review made our day. These are the stories that keep us so motivated to continue doing what we’re doing, and we’re so happy to hear that you had a great experience on expedition spending time with the local community in Borneo and helping make a positive impact through sustainable project work. We delighted to hear that your expedition has kickstarted your career based on your passion for looking after the environment and our planet – we wish you the best of luck. We’ve passed on your comments to the team so they can enjoy the good vibes too. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“Camps are incredible. There was no point where we felt unsafe or unhappy.”

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Posted 1 year ago

Thanks so much for your review Gabriele. We love getting feedback about our expeditions and take pride in ensuring that the challenges we introduce you to and the services we provide are as safe as possible. We are delighted that you had a happy experience and would like to thank you for joining us in Ecuador to help make a sustainable, positive impact. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

Camps International is rated 4.1 based on 584 reviews