Our Camps
What is an Ikigai Camp?
Here's what you can expect from all our camps:
🌍 Set in incredible, culturally rich, locations
📚 Immersive Language Learning
🤝 Partnerships with local charities for meaningful cultural exchange
🎉 Daily excursions and activities guided by locals
🍽️ Full board, including the very best local delicacies.e
Where passion meets purpose
In our camps we follow "The IC Way"; we empower campers to discover their passions, talents, and values, helping them find their true purpose in life.
The Smaller The Better
Smaller groups allow for more meaningful interactions and greater care to each individual. This extends to excursions, group tasks and the camp in it's entirety.
As such we aim for a 1:5 staff to child ratio.
A Curriculum Like No Other
We design our curriculum to focus on topics essential to campers' personal growth and development, such as emotional well-being and cultural exchange.
Rather than compete with the school curriculum, we perfectly compliment it.
Classrooms Without Walls
Our learning takes place wherever we are; whether it’s over the breakfast table, working on a group project, interacting with locals or being told it’s lights out by the camp leaders!
Every minute of our camps is an English lesson, and an opportunity to improve skills.
Genuine, Lasting Impact
Each camp makes a positive impact on every community we visit. We work with child-focused organisations, whether it's an orphanage or a school to create a genuine partnership.
We also work with a conservation partner to create hands-on experiences that make a difference.
Upcoming Camps
Whether you want to dive into Bhuddist culture in Thailand, see the unknown mountains of Costa Rica or explore wildlife on the African plains, and so much more, we've got a camp for that...
Costa Rica
July 22nd – August 3rd, 2024
From Samara’s sunny beaches to the city life in Heredia, through Monteverde’s jungles to Arenal’s fiery volcanoes – we’re hitting all the must-sees!
Join us to uncover the real Costa Rica, connect with locals, and explore hidden spots. From helping out local kids to protecting wildlife, we're all about getting our hands dirty and making a positive impact.
Ready for the real Pura Vida?
Chiang Mai, Thailand
October 14th – 26th, 2024
Sure, Thailand is famous for its beautiful beaches and lively Bangkok, but wait until you see Chiang Mai, the hidden gem up north!
We’re going beyond the usual – straight into Northern Thailand’s jungles, embracing Buddhist traditions and tackling mountain adventures.
The best part? Learning life’s secrets from the hill-tribes, the best teachers of all. Fishing, bamboo rafting, cooking up Thai dishes – we learn it all from the locals. This journey is about sharing, learning, and giving back.
Cape Town, South Africa
April 14th - April 26th 2025
Cape Town’s the best city in the world* for loads of reasons – not just that mountain and the other cool places, but mostly because of the awesome people.
Our camp, made with the help of locals, takes you straight to Cape Town's real vibe before we head to the bush to meet South Africa’s incredible wildlife. This trip’s all about doing, not just looking. Prepare to dive in, help out, meet new friends, and really make a difference.
Get ready for real adventure, new experiences, and loads of fun. Welcome to South Africa, the Ikigai Camps way.
