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Camps and Activities
The Great Getaways
Active and Fun Overnight Camps and Outdoor Activity Days for People Over 55.
About the Great Getaways - Indoor Comfort, Outdoor Fun
The Great Getaways give all individuals over the age of 55 a chance to try new activities and socialise with like-minded people in beautiful locations. All overnight Getaways are held at Australian Camps Association member camps that are accredited with the Quality Tourism Framework.
Camps are extremely well prepared to ensure that Great Getaway participants have a safe and enjoyable time during their visit.
Activities change from Getaway to Getaway depending on what is available at each site. You may be participating in rock climbing, yoga, canoeing, initiative activities, bushwalking, high ropes course, indoor games and cycling to name a few. Everyone can take part, no matter what their fitness levels.
Accommodation at Getaways in in shared, dormitory style accommodation. You will need to bring your own bedding (sleeping bag/doona and pillow). Bedrooms and bathrooms are under one roof. Participants share rooms with people of the same gender unless requested to stay as a couple or with friends. Accommodation options and numbers per room vary dependent on site.
The Getaway price does not include transport. If you do not drive, we may be able to assist with arrangements for you. Some options may include public transport, transfers or car pools with other participants (extra fees may apply).
EARLY BIRD EXTENDED - Bookings Made before 30 August 2024 will receive the Early Bird Rate.
Waiting list may apply!
Our next Great Getaway will be held at YMCA Anglesea Discovery Camp.
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Contact 03 9863 6824 (please leave a message if we cannot answer) or email seniors@auscamps.asn.au for more information.
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The Australian Camps Association (ACA) commends the announcement of $2.4 million in funding to support Western Australian public-school camps and the government’s recognition of the value of school camps in shaping young people’s lives and supporting families experiencing cost-of-living pressures, however, we are also disappointed and concerned regarding the restrictive allocation of this funding...