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Name: Camps International
Address: Unit 10 Kingfisher Park Headlands Business ParkSalisbury Road, Ringwood
Rating: 4.14

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Camps International are experts in sustainable student travel, offering life-changing school expeditions in Africa, Asia, and Latin America.

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Camps International 5 star review on 10th October 2025

Ellis England

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Anonymous // 01/01/2019

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“My daughter didn't travel with you. I paid the initial £460 but refused to refund me. This is sad and leaves a sour taste to the mouth. £460 is such a huge amount for a young African family just managing to stay afloat in the Uk. I sent several mails but it was all to no avail.”

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Posted 1 year ago

“The price was totally worth the trip to peru and get t see machu piccu would definitely go back”

Camps International 5 star review on 8th October 2025

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Posted 1 year ago

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re so glad to hear you felt the trip to Peru was totally worth it and we agree seeing Machu Picchu is truly unforgettable! We are in love with your Alpaca photo - so cute! All the best Nicole

Posted 1 year ago

“the experiences we made and friends were a once in a lifetime and all the staff were just as friendly and were able to talk to the price was amazing for what we were doing and the quality of everything was outstanding”

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Posted 1 year ago

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a fantastic experience, from the lifelong friendships you made to the support and friendliness of our staff. It’s great to know you felt the expedition offered amazing value and outstanding quality throughout. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“Loved every minute of my expedition. Helping others was so much fun! Will definitely want to become an Expedition Leader in the future...”

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Posted 1 year ago

Dear Joe Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We’re delighted you loved every minute of your Borneo expedition and found so much joy in helping others. It’s incredible to hear you’re inspired to become an Expedition Leader in the future. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“Unfortunately our last expedition was way below our expectations in both the run up to the expedition and during. I am however exceptionally impressed and grateful for the local in country staff who went above and beyond for us whilst in Costa Rica. I would not use or recommend Camps International in the future as it seems they put their own financial interests above the experiences of the students and the welfare of travellers and in country staff.”

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Posted 1 year ago

Dear Dawn Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re truly sorry to hear your 2022 experience fell short of expectations, though it’s wonderful to know our in-country team made such a positive difference. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“It was an experience of a lifetime. If I had the chance to do it again I would. And I would recommend it to everyone who gets the opportunity to do it”

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Posted 1 year ago

Dear Maddie We’re so glad to hear your Borneo expedition was truly the experience of a lifetime. It means a lot that you’d do it all again and recommend it to others — that’s the best compliment we could receive. We’re thrilled it left such a lasting impact! All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“My son has recently returned from Borneo with Camps International (after finishing year 10) and has raved about what an amazing experience he had. He has spoken very fondly about the team leader (John) and all of the staff at each Camp he visited. He specifically mentioned how much he enjoyed the jungle trek. From the first meeting we attended, Camps International have been very informative and super helpful. My son found raising the money easier than we expected and we received many emails of information and support from the supports team. Camps were great at sending update emails when things needed doing and were very quick to reply to the handful of queries I had along the way and the portal they use had all the information on you would need, including kit lists, visa requirements and vaccination information. My son unfortunately was unable to take part in the scuba diving, but instead was able to complete a first aid course, snorkeling and other interesting activities. I'm so pleased he came home wanting to take part in this experience and although it's been a big focus for over a year, he has said how much he has loved the whole experience, stating if it wasn't for him missing family, he could have stayed in Borneo. We would definately recommend Camps International from our experience.”

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Posted 1 year ago

Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review. We’re delighted to hear your son had such an incredible experience in Borneo and that he spoke so highly of his Expedition Leader and the camps staff – they’ll be so pleased to know how much he appreciated their support. It’s wonderful that he enjoyed the chance to experience the jungle, and that even when scuba diving wasn’t possible, he was able to take part in other rewarding activities like the first aid course and snorkelling. We’re also really pleased that you found the fundraising support, information updates and the Traveller Gateway so helpful throughout the journey. We know how much planning goes into a trip like this, and it’s fantastic to hear that everything from kit lists to queries felt clear and well supported. It’s always so rewarding for us to know students return home not only full of stories, but also with the confidence and enthusiasm that comes from such a unique experience. Thank you for recommending us! All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“My son recently returned from a 4-week trip to Kenya with Camps International. Overall, he had a fantastic opportunity to get involved in meaningful conservation and volunteer work, which he really enjoyed and gained a lot from. The projects themselves were worthwhile and gave the young people a real sense of achievement. However, there were a few areas of concern. He felt that the team leader, Max, at times made inappropriate comments in front of the children – for example, when an autistic child was struggling, he remarked that “it’s a shame you can’t smack kids these days.” Understandably, this wasn’t received well. My son also felt that the atmosphere created by some of the adults was overly strict and regimented. Outside of the structured project work, he and others sometimes struggled to relax, as the adults tended not to engage with the group unless required, and children were criticised for not joining additional hikes. From a parent’s perspective, I also feel that communication could have been better. Updates on social media were few and far between compared to other teams, which left us relying more on our school’s Facebook page for information. A little more regular reassurance from Camps International directly would have been very much appreciated. That said, my son still came away with wonderful memories, friendships, and a real sense of accomplishment from contributing to the projects. We are grateful for the experience overall, but I do hope that Camps International takes feedback like this on board to improve the support and communication for future trips.”

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Posted 1 year ago

Dear Parent Thank you for taking the time to leave this review and share your valued feedback. We are so pleased to hear that your son had a fantastic time, enjoyed getting involved in meaningful project work and has returned home with a real sense of accomplishment. Having carefully checked through all of our reports from the expedition, we cannot find any record that these concerns were raised with our team during the trip. As such, our staff were unfortunately unaware and unable to address and support as we would normally do. We will, however, ensure that your feedback is passed on to our Expeditions team so that the comments you mentioned, which are not acceptable, can be reviewed further. We would also encourage you to share your reflections directly with your school regarding the team atmosphere created by the travelling teachers. We very much appreciate you highlighting both the positives and the areas for improvement, and we will take this feedback on board. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“my son had a great time and loved the activities and all that they did for the locals ,came back with so many stories and determined to go again if he has the chance , as a mother i was so pleased of the impact it left on him and the overall experience especially he was having cold feet before leaving ,so great all round”

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Posted 1 year ago

Thank you so much for sharing your lovely feedback. We’re delighted to hear your son had such a fantastic time in Ecuador, enjoying both the activities and the chance to give back to the local community. It’s wonderful that he returned full of stories and even more determined to travel again if he has the chance. As a parent, we know how reassuring it is to see that kind of positive impact, especially when there were nerves before setting off. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“I would highly recommend this company. From start to finish, its has been informative,well organised and professional. The price is a shock at first but when you see what they achieve and take part in, it is well worth it. They have finance plans too, which is a big help.I would send my boy again in a heart beat. Jess, who looked after them over in cambodia was amazing, had great ideas, was fun and kept them motivated. A real gem 💎 My feedback for camps international is all positive. I would however just mention that the pre-talks should inform parents of the cost of the vaccinations.”

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Posted 1 year ago

Dear Vicky Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review. We’re delighted to hear that you found the whole experience informative, well-organised and worthwhile, and that your son had such a memorable time in Cambodia. It’s fantastic to know that Expedition Leader, Jess, brought energy and encouragement to the group – we’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to her, she truly is a gem! We also really appreciate your constructive feedback about vaccination costs. As these can vary depending on location and surgery, we’re unable to provide exact prices, but we completely understand how helpful more upfront guidance would be. We’re always looking for ways to improve and make our communications as clear as they can be, so we’ll take this on board to ensure parents are as informed as possible in future. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“Impressed with the professionalism at all levels with people organising before and those accompanying our young people. The technology was easy to navigate and use. I felt safe handing my child over, so to speak. Everything worked like clockwork and you can see from Instagram that this is a well-organised, slick and well oiled operation. I would highly recommend.”

Camps International 5 star review on 19th August 2025

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Posted 1 year ago

Thank you so much for your 5-star review. We’re delighted to hear that you felt supported throughout the whole process, from the organisation before departure to the team accompanying your child in Cambodia. It’s great to know that the Traveller Gateway was easy to use and gave you confidence along the way. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with the wider team, and we’re thrilled your experience reflects the care and professionalism we work hard to deliver. We also really appreciate you including photos with your review, it’s wonderful to see those moments captured and shared. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“the staff were lovely and i really felt like i was making an impact on the wider community in such rural areas.”

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Posted 1 year ago

Dear Dylan, Thank you so much for your 5-star review. We’re so pleased to hear you felt welcomed by our staff and that your expedition gave you the chance to work alongside local communities in such a meaningful way. Building these partnerships is at the heart of what we do, and it’s wonderful to know the experience resonated with you. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“My daughter has just returned from Costa Rica and had a truly amazing time — so much so that she’s already talking about going back. The experience has been life-changing for her; she’s created memories and friendships that will last a lifetime. I’m hugely grateful to the staff and local community at the camps, who clearly worked tirelessly to give the young people the best possible experience. That said, my experience as a parent was more mixed, particularly regarding the pre-trip information and support. From the start, I felt the cost breakdown could have been far clearer. The “basic price” was given, but the additional expenses — including kit — were not made obvious. Once we had signed up, the flow of information from Camps became limited, and I often found the support team unhelpful. For example: A simple question about whether money was needed for anything on the plane was met with “I don’t know” and a suggestion to call the airline myself — something I would have expected Camps to know. I was incorrectly told my daughter hadn’t completed her PADI certification, which led to two days of chasing, sending screenshots, and eventually being told it was a mistake on their part. We attended a presentation that still showed the 2024 trip details because the slides hadn’t been updated. There was no opportunity for a video call with our team leader before departure. Only a week before leaving, we were told it was rainy season and advised to bring extra kit — items not on the original (and seemingly generic) packing list. These issues left me feeling uneasy at times about the clarity and accuracy of the information provided. In summary: I cannot fault the on-the-ground experience or the dedication of the camp staff, which was exceptional. But I believe there’s real room for improvement in the way Camps communicates and supports families before the trip. Clearer, more tailored, and more proactive information would have made the whole process less stressful.”

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Posted 1 year ago

Dear Lizzy Hi Lizzy, thank you for sharing your feedback – it’s wonderful to hear that your daughter had such a fantastic and life-changing experience in Costa Rica! We’re sorry to hear that some of the information didn’t feel easily accessible before departure. We do our best to keep our interactive online portal, the Traveller Gateway, up to date with details such as kit lists, vaccination guidance, fundraising resources, and project information. Were you able to access this at all? Your comments are really valuable and will help us continue improving how we share information with families. Thank you also for highlighting your experience with the PADI system. I can see from our communication with you that our Travel Support Team reached out to PADI when their system showed an error, which was quickly resolved. As their system is separate from ours, we’re a little reliant on them, but your feedback is very helpful and we’ll pass it along to support further improvements. We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts with us – and above all, we’re delighted that your daughter had such an amazing time in Costa Rica. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“Our son has just come back from an expedition with Camps International. The journey from the start is more about fundraising ideas but once you get closer the real detail comes and everything you need to know as a parent is sent to you. In terms of the trip itself, it is amazingly well organised, our son said he felt really safe and that the guides were able to answer any questions or concerns. From a parent perspective we had several emails to assure us that all was well (as there was conflict on the country of this visit). At no point was I concerned that there was any danger and on return we had that confirmation that the expedition was a brilliant adventure and everyone loved it. In fact, he would go again given the chance. A big thanks to camps for keeping us informed and for facilitating such a brilliant opportunity for our children to experience.”

Camps International 5 star review on 13th August 2025

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Posted 1 year ago

Dear Sally Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us. We’re delighted to hear your son had such a positive and memorable expedition in Cambodia. From the early fundraising journey to the moment they return home, our team works hard to make sure both students and parents feel fully informed, supported, and safe. It is wonderful to know that came through for you. We’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to the expedition leaders and in-country teams and guides who looked after your son during his travels. We’re thrilled he enjoyed the adventure so much he’d go again. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“My daughter has just returned from a 4 week trip to Tanzania. She had an amazing time. Before she left everything was explained in detail and whenever I had additional questions a member of the team was always able to answer my questions. The kit list was very informative. Her leader Katie was fantastic with all her group. My daughter has made friends for life by sharing unique experiences from plastering walls in a school, waking up to seeing giraffes walking past your camp to scuba diving in the Indian Ocean. I would thoroughly recommend camps”

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Posted 1 year ago

Dear Parent Thank you so much for sharing your lovely feedback! We’re delighted to hear your daughter had such an amazing time in Tanzania and that our team was able to support you with all the information and answers you needed beforehand. It’s wonderful to know Katie and the group created such a positive, memorable experience - from plastering school walls to the unforgettable sight of giraffes strolling past camp (wow!) and the incredible adventure of scuba diving in the Indian Ocean. We truly appreciate your recommendation and are so pleased she’s come home with lifelong friends and memories. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“Thank you Camps International! I absolutely loved my 4 week expedition in Borneo. Every aspect of the trip was well organised, fun and impactful. Project work allowed us to improve and make a difference to local communities. Visiting orangutan and sunbear sanctuaries was an amazing experience. Treking through the jungle was an extraordinary opportunity that I will never forget. All camps staff were welcoming and lovely and made me feel safe and looked after every step of the way. Thank you!”

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Posted 1 year ago

Dear Evie, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such an incredible time in Borneo and that every part of your expedition felt fun, safe and impactful. It’s amazing to know the project work, wildlife encounters (how can you resit the Orangutans and Sun bears) and jungle trekking left you with memories to last a lifetime. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with our camp teams — they’ll be delighted to know they made your experience so special. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“My son had a brilliant time on his 4 week expedition to Peru. All information was provided prior to departure and the team were more than happy to help with any queries on the run up to the trip. The experiences and opportunities whilst on expedition were nothing short of amazing. The kit list was not excessive, however the vaccines required were a bit of a financial shock so be prepared for those. My son was well looked after by the team leader and all other camp staff whilst away, and his team leader seemed very knowledgeable. Wi-Fi was not as readily available as we thought, so I would definitely recommend getting some kind of data package/e-sim. All meals and drinks were provided, and jam sandwiches were available at any time of the day if needed! The cost was worth the experience my son has had, he has thoroughly enjoyed it.”

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Posted 1 year ago

Dear Charlotte, Thank you for sharing such a wonderful review, we are delighted to hear that your son had a brilliant time on his 4-week school expedition to Peru. It's great to know that the information and support provided before the trip, as well as the experiences on the ground, contributed to making his adventure unforgettable. It's fantastic to hear that the Camps Expedition Leader and camp staff made such a positive impact on your son's journey, we will definitely pass on your lovely feedback. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“My son has just returned from a 4 week expedition to Borneo. He had the time of his life, loved every minute! He has gained so much from the trip. Thank you for giving him an amazing experience and the locals are just amazing as are staff and everyone involved. Definitely recommend.”

Camps International 5 star review on 4th August 2025

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Posted 1 year ago

Dear Parent Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're absolutely delighted to hear that your son had the time of his life on his expedition in Borneo and that he gained so much from the experience. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to our teams both in HQ and in Borneo. Thank you for also sharing such a lovely sunset photo. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“You were amazing in organizing this remarkable unforgettable trip to Korea”

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Posted 1 year ago

Dear Mohammad Thank you so much for your kind words! We're absolutely thrilled to hear that your trip to South Korea was such a memorable and unforgettable experience. It was a real privilege to have you and your students join us on this expedition. Thank you for choosing to travel with us. We hope to see you and your students again for another amazing adventure in the future. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

“My trip to Borneo with Team Rusa in April was the best two weeks of my life; it was truly life-changing and I enjoyed every minute of it. The project work was engaging and very fulfilling as it really gave me a purpose, to help the community that I grew to love during my time there. I really appreciated the welcoming nature of all the staff, particularly Eve, Lydia and the kitchen Mummas at Camp Bongkud. As well as our incredible local guide Fab, and our incredible group leader Kai. Kai and Fab really made the trip the best it could be for us all and were so kind and caring, they became just like friends to all of us rather than teachers. After being back home for a week, I already miss Kai and Fab every day and wish that I could have spent months in Borneo instead of just two weeks. I could not recommend this trip enough for anyone interested. It is the best opportunity ever and it challenged me in just the right ways. I have grown so much as a person and now have such an appreciation for all the simple things in my life that I used to take for granted. I have become much more independent since coming home, and I miss being in Borneo everyday, I even miss the bucket showers. Thank you for everything you do to make these trips the best they can be, it was a truly life-changing experience.”

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Posted 1 year ago

Dear Charlotte Thank you so much for your thoughtful review. We're so glad to hear your time in Borneo with Team Rusa felt truly life-changing and that you found purpose and fulfillment through the project work and time spent in the community. We’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to Eve, Lydia, the kitchen team, and of course to Fab and Kai. It’s lovely to hear how much their support meant to you throughout your school expedition. Your reflections on how the experience has helped you grow, become more independent and appreciate the simple things are exactly what we hope for every traveller. And yes, even the bucket showers have their place. All the best The Camps Crew

Posted 1 year ago

Camps International is rated 4.1 based on 662 reviews