Manaia Camp, located in Whangārei Heads and operated by the Regent Community Trust, is a long-standing venue for school camps and community groups. With its sheltered coastal setting and well-equipped facilities, the camp provides schools with an ideal base for outdoor education, group bonding and curriculum-linked learning.
The camp can accommodate up to 86 people, with bunk-style dormitories supported by leaders’ rooms for teachers and supervisors. A large dining hall, commercial kitchen and indoor recreation spaces make it easy to run structured programmes while catering for big groups. The layout encourages community living, with shared mealtimes and plenty of opportunities for students to work together.
Outdoors, Manaia Camp offers open fields for games and activities, a basketball court and direct access to nearby coastal and bush environments. Schools can use the local area for tramping, orienteering, beach studies and environmental projects, all within walking distance or a short drive. The combination of on-site and nearby activities makes it simple to plan a balanced camp programme.
The facilities are practical and designed with school groups in mind. Teachers and leaders are supported with clear booking processes, affordable rates and a safe environment where young people can thrive. Manaia Camp’s long history of hosting schools and youth groups means staff and volunteers understand the needs of educational visits, ensuring camps run smoothly from arrival to departure.
For schools looking for a cost-effective and well-located venue in Northland, Manaia Camp is a strong choice. It combines comfortable group accommodation with access to the coast and bush, making it a versatile setting for outdoor learning, leadership development and fun.
