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Aotearoa Surf Camp in Mangawhai is a fully hosted coastal school camp where accommodation, catering, activities, and supervision are all provided in one safe, well-structured location.
Designed specifically for school groups, the camp allows students to stay on site while taking part in a wide range of surf and beach education activities. From wake up to bed time our programs are delivered by qualified activity group instructors, and dedicated Camp Managers. Simply arrive by bus and the entire experience is managed from start to finish.
Our Overnight School Camps offer immersive 2 night / 3 day or 4 night / 5 day experienced for primary, intermediate, and secondary schools.
Programs are age-appropriate, carefully structured, and focused on building confidence, teamwork, leadership, and connection to the coastal environment.
Camp options
• 2 night 3 day camps
• 4 night 5 day camps
• Programs tailored for primary, intermediate, and secondary students
• Flexible group sizes from 40-120 studnets and curriculum-aligned outcomes
Camp activities
• Surfing Lessons for all ages and abilities
• Paddleboarding and kayaking lessons and challenges
• Beach and ocean education
• Team building and leadership challenges
• Sandboarding and dune activities
• Coastal exploration and environmental learning
• Fully supervised evening and night time activities
What’s included
• Purpose-built accommodation at our Mangawhai Surf Camp
• Dedicated supervisor cabins
• All catering and meals provided, for all dietary requirements
• All surf, water, and activity equipment supplied
• Dedicated Camp Managers and Activity Group Leaders on site throughout the camp
• Qualified surf instructors and experienced support staff
• Structured daily schedules and clear supervision plans
Experience and safety
• Over 20 years delivering school camps and outdoor education
• Accredited Surfing New Zealand surf school
• ISA Level 1 and Level 2 qualified instructors
• First aid certified and water safety trained staff
• Police vetted team with full induction and ongoing training
• Comprehensive RAMS, SOPs, EAPs, and hazard registers
• Extensive public liability cover
Aotearoa Surf Camp in Mangawhai is a complete turn-key experience. Students arrive by bus and everything else is taken care of.
Day programs are also available for primary, intermediate, and secondary schools at beaches across Auckland and Northland. Visit our website or get in touch and we will help you plan the right option for your school.
Drop us a message and let us provide a no obligation quote and supporting documents for your collogues and leadership team to review!
1 Review on “Aotearoa Surf Camp – Mangawhai”
Join us for a 5 star experience!
Guaranteed to be the highlight of the year.
Full service and supervision from beginning to end. A surf and coastal camp like no other. Joel!