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

“i sent my son on the borneo trip, and was extremely dissapointed. In camp Bongkud there were ants in the orange juice he had and he was given food with ants in it too. Moreover, the facilities he stayed in were inadequate being extremely unhygenic and not to acceptable standards.”

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Posted 1 year ago

Dear Ekta Thank you for taking the time to write a review. Our Camp Bongkud is situated in the shadows of Mount Kinabalu in a remote location surrounded by lush green foliage which naturally becomes a habitat for all kinds of native animals and insects. Our kitchen team follow strict food hygiene standards and would have been able to replace any food or drink. We sorry to hear that your son did not enjoy the experience of staying in a traditional longhouse, which is rustic in nature. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“Really not even one star. My granddaughter has paid over four thousand pounds and spent time preparing for this She is sixteen and was told two weeks ago that she can’t go! She had gone through the ordeal and cost of vaccinations. Worse still she has now been told you will be refunding 50% as a goodwill gesture! Goodwill? Where is her money going? Disgusting behaviour from a charity.”

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Posted 1 year ago

Dear Dawn We can see from previous correspondence between your granddaughter’s parents and the school that this has been a complex and private matter and we share in your granddaughter’s disappointment that she was unable to go on the school expedition as planned. It was due to the circumstances and it being so close to the eminent departure of the expedition that we made this gesture of goodwill. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“I really enjoyed my trip there and the camp we stayed at was very nice”

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Posted 1 year ago

“I really enjoyed my trip there and the camp we stayed at was very nice”

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Posted 1 year ago

Dear Tori We are delighted to hear that you had an enjoyable trip and liked the Camp. Thank you for joining us in Kenya on your school expedition and helping to make an impact for the community, wildlife and environment. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“i had so much fun and a great experience in Tanzania. I really enjoyed the people, the tour guides, the new friendships, the project work and meeting the locals! I cant wait for his next adventure! Special shoutout to: Hassan, Saeed and the tour guide who have been with ussince departure from Dubai until arrival back home El! thank you so much for a trip of a lifetime that i will necer forget! Karim Awad GFS Tanzania 23”

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Posted 1 year ago

Dear Karim It is to wonderful to hear that you had a great experience on your expedition to Tanzania and that you got to meet new people, make new friendships and contribute to impactful project work. We would like to thank you for the special shout outs which will be passing onto the team. Cherish those memories and enjoy your next adventure. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“Very enjoyable.”

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Posted 1 year ago

Thank you for your review. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your school expedition to Nepal. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“Incredible experience! My daughter thrived on every minute. She adored the food, the goat deworming, the opportunity to teach, catch bugs, play with kids, learn, and experience nature in a completely wonderful, awe-inspiring way. As a parent, we were re-assured by the safety measures and encouraged by the opportunities to extend the children's views and perspectives of their rather privileged lives. Thank you. I can only say - if your child has this opportunity - grab it with both hands!”

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Posted 1 year ago

Dear Chloe This is lovely feedback to receive, thank you so much for letting us know what a great expedition your daughter had in Tanzania from the playing with the local children all the way to the food! We’re committed to safety and as a team we’re pleased you were reassured that your daughter was travelling in a safe pair of hands. Thank you to your daughter for travelling with us and to you for recommending this opportunity to others, it is truly a unique and life changing experience. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“From start to Finish, CAMPS International has guided our expedition trips with phenomenal support, professionalism, and an exceptional attention to detail. Our school has now been on three trips with CAMPS, and they spare no efforts in ensuring the safety and well-being of all participants, both students and staff alike. With each expedition, they provide an online Gateway service for families and all participants to use which provide inclusive information like packing lists, risk assessments, flight and itinerary information. They provide pre-departure parent evening information sessions with video conferencing to answer questions. They also send an expedition trip leader to join you at the airport as an escort to your destination as an added feature of confidence. Every year, we look forward to a fantastic trip. Their staff are highly trained and have always had the greatest interest of the students at heart. Their offices have thought of everything, so that we don't have to. Having our young grade eight students abseiling down 155 m waterfalls in Nepal was magical to say the least. For this reason, we will have no trouble calling upon them again next year for a possible trip to Costa Rica or Peru!”

Camps International 5 star review on 14th June 2023

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Posted 1 year ago

This review was a delight to read, and we are extremely proud that your journey with Camps has been professional and supportive. We’re committed to safety and as a team we’re pleased to see that this has been noticed and has given you confidence to travel with us multiple times. I am sure watching your students abseil down 155m waterfalls was a magical moment for you and your students – what an experience! We look forward to welcoming you on another trip with Camps and I am sure whether it be Costa Rica or Peru you won’t be disappointed. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“To all parents, please read the small print and reviews. Talk to your child if they really want to go on this trip. For personal reasons my son is unable to go to cambodia next year. We contacted camps international explaining everything and we will not be getting any refund. The money he has raised we will not be seeing, so where is this money going. You will not be getting recommended.”

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Posted 1 year ago

Dear Iain We are sorry to hear that you are looking to cancel your son’s place. We can see from our records that our team have requested more information to understand your position and to see how we can support you further. A member of the team will be touch again shortly. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“An excellent, in-depth, full-on, week-long training in Kenya. Answered all the questions about day-to-day activities, accommodation and transport between the camps. Meeting those who work for Camps in the country and those who the work helps, really helped to embed what an excellent opportunity this is for the pupils.”

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Posted 1 year ago

Dear Trevor This is lovely feedback to receive, thank you so much for sharing. We’ve had such positive comments about this years’ recce trip. We’ve already started the planning process for those teachers eligible to travel with us for summer 2024. It’s always a fantastic experience for our staff in-country to meet teachers before they head out on expedition with us in the summer. Have a brilliant trip this summer Trevor. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“the recipe was super informative as well as reassuring for the teachers traveling in the summer. The trip was well planned with a good insight into what the students would be doing whilst on their adventure. Loved it”

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Posted 1 year ago

Dear Heather Thank you so much for taking the time to review your recent recce trip to Kenya. Your students are in for a treat this summer, but we're pleased you found the trip itself useful from a planning perspective. We can’t wait to welcome you and the team out on expedition. If you need anything in the mean-time you know where to find us! All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“My experience of the teacher recce to Kenya 2023 was in one word, phenomenal. Such a great experience. I learnt so much and it really helped put an end to my worry’s regarding bringing the kids out to another country with a company I have never used before. The staff look after every inch of the camp experience. I felt very safe and cared for by all the staff. Nothing was too much. Seeing the differences in the standard of hospitals was an eye opener, and helpful to prepare myself in case this event occurred as being able to see what the processes would be followed should one of our students was injured or falls ill was great assistance for me and to write up risks assessments. I also found seeing the different types of camps very useful, some had beds, some had cold showers, some had drop holes, it was all great experience to bring back to other members of staff and the kids. Seeing the conservation and the kids was heart rending and really inspired me understand the great importance these camps are having on the community out there and how needed and important they will be as experiences for our kids. I am incredibly thankful and grateful for this opportunity and our kids are reaping the Benefits from my experience with a greater knowledge of how camps operates and a new confidence and enthusiasm regarding the trip. They are going to love it.”

Camps International 5 star review on 31st May 2023

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Posted 1 year ago

Hi Kimberley, Many thanks for your feedback, it is truly heart warming to read. We will ensure we pass on your comments to our in-country team who worked so hard to ensure you had a good experience. We’re committed to safety and as a team we’re pleased this came across not only in terms of demonstrating our processes but also in helping you prepare as a school and an expedition team. It’s been a challenging few years for our communities, for obvious reasons, and every single member of our global community are excited and looking forward to welcoming teams across all of our destinations. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“My experience of the teacher recce to Kenya 2023 was in one word, phenomenal. Such a great experience. I learnt so much and it really helped put an end to my worry’s regarding bringing the kids out to another country with a company I have never used before. The staff look after every inch of the camp experience. I felt very safe and cared for by all the staff. Nothing was too much. Seeing the differences in the standard of hospitals was an eye opener, and helpful to prepare myself in case this event occurred as being able to see what the processes would be followed should one of our students was injured or falls ill was great assistance for me and to write up risks assessments. I also found seeing the different types of camps very useful, some had beds, some had cold showers, some had drop holes, it was all great experience to bring back to other members of staff and the kids. Seeing the conservation and the kids was heart rending and really inspired me understand the great importance these camps are having on the community out there and how needed and important they will be as experiences for our kids. I am incredibly thankful and grateful for this opportunity and our kids are reaping the Benefits from my experience with a greater knowledge of how camps operates and a new confidence and enthusiasm regarding the trip. They are going to love it.”

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Posted 1 year ago

“My experience of the teacher recce to Kenya 2023 was in one word, phenomenal. Such a great experience. I learnt so much and it really helped put an end to my worry’s regarding bringing the kids out to another country with a company I have never used before. The staff look after every inch of the camp experience. I felt very safe and cared for by all the staff. Nothing was too much. Seeing the differences in the standard of hospitals was an eye opener, and helpful to prepare myself in case this event occurred as being able to see what the processes would be followed should one of our students was injured or falls ill was great assistance for me and to write up risks assessments. I also found seeing the different types of camps very useful, some had beds, some had cold showers, some had drop holes, it was all great experience to bring back to other members of staff and the kids. Seeing the conservation and the kids was heart rending and really inspired me understand the great importance these camps are having on the community out there and how needed and important they will be as experiences for our kids. I am incredibly thankful and grateful for this opportunity and our kids are reaping the Benefits from my experience with a greater knowledge of how camps operates and a new confidence and enthusiasm regarding the trip. They are going to love it.”

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Posted 1 year ago

“It was really fun, nice. The activities were so fun.I loved the people who took care of us, they were really nice and helpful. The food was also amazing. When we went to the classes in the morning in Gstaad, I loved walking through the village and going in the train. My favorite part was when we went in the forest to sleep in the tipis. I also loved when we went to sleep up in the mountains. I also loved when we went to the waterfalls and the glaciers.”

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Posted 1 year ago

“Had a great time with my school mates and unforgettable experiences!”

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Posted 1 year ago

Dear Adam We are so delighted that you had an unforgettable experience on expedition. Thank you for joining us in Kenya. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“Lifetime experience!”

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Posted 1 year ago

Dear Carlo Thank you for your review. It made us smile to hear that you had lifetime experience on your school expedition to Kenya. Thank you for joining us to help make a positive impact for communities and wildlife. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“nice trip, friends were the highlights but i think the value for money wasnt good i believe it should be cheaper compared to other trips that ive went to”

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Posted 1 year ago

Thank you for your feedback on your expedition to Kenya. We are pleased that you had a good trip with your friends but would like to understand more about the value aspect of the trip if you can please send us more details to the team on uae-operations@campsinternational.co.uk. Thank you for joining us on a Camps expedition and making a positive impact to our partner communities. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“Shortly, Camps International helped me engage in a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to have fun with a lovely group of friends as well as teachers, but more importantly, help those in need of our services and provide for them in as significant of a way as I possibly can. With that in mind, if I were to sum up our wonderful expedition in one word, it would be "Magical".”

Camps International 5 star review on 17th May 2023

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Posted 1 year ago

Dear Sulaiman Thank you for joining us on an expedition to Kenya. We are overjoyed to hear that your expedition was magical, and that you had a great time bonding with your friends and teachers all whilst making a positive impact. We could not do what we do, without your support. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“Amazing staff and a memorable experience!”

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Posted 1 year ago

Dear Anika. We are delighted to hear that you had such a memorable experience on expedition and will be passing on your feedback to our Camps Family in Borneo. Thank your for joining us in helping make an impact to the community and wildlife of Borneo. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

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