There's plenty to see and do at Don Bosco Camp and the surrounding area - click through to see just some of the awesome things your group could do during your stay with us!
If you have any questions, please contact the Camp Manager on 03 5987 2969, or complete an online form on our contact page
Don Bosco Camp & Centre provides a variety of on-site activities catering for all your needs.
Any of the following are readily available for use by your group:
Initiative activities
Wide open fields x 2
GaGa Ball Pit
Campfire
Foosball (Table Soccer)
Table Tennis
Volleyball net
Sports equipment (football, volleyball, frisbee, basketball etc.)
Basketball/netball court
Stage
Projectors x 2
White Boards
Sound Systems
Lecterns
Chairs (400)
Trestle Tables
Don Bosco Camp offers a full catering service which provides delicious home-cooked meals to all members of a group; contact us for a sample menu of the food available.
Our kitchen staff pride themselves on catering for all dietary requirements, tailoring meals to match individuals’ specific requirements.
Don Bosco Camp endeavours to be a no-nut zone and to the best of our ability we ensure none of our foods include any nuts.
All meals are provided in a buffet style service, allowing for campers to select which foods they would like on their plates. We are also happy to provide offsite meals if desired.
Water, cordial, tea, coffee, hot chocolate and milk are always available from the dining room, as well as a basket of fresh, seasonal fruit.
Don Bosco Camp also provides a self-catered option.
Our commercial kitchen and a selection of cooking equipment will be made available for your group.
Please clearly indicate this option when booking or contact camp management for further information.
Please note our camp site is strictly a nut free area. Not nuts of any sort are to be brought to the site.
Don Bosco Camp and Centre has teamed up with several local providers and can organize a variety of different outdoor adventure activities for you. If you are interested in booking any ofthese activities for your camp, please contact us for a quote on group prices.
Below are some of the exciting and fun options we recommend:
75-minute Stand-up paddle boarding lesson including all equipment, and conveniently located at our local beach, just 200 metres from the front gate - www.sup-fit.com.au
SUP-FIT - SCHOOLS PROGRAMME from SUP-FIT on Vimeo.
Mazes, slides, tree surfing and much more - www.enchantedmaze.com.au
2-hour surfing lessons including all equipment: surfboards, wetsuits, helmets, booties and rash vests - www.eastcoastsurfschool.net.au
Moonlit Sanctuary is a wildlife park with opportunity to see and feed many native animals. Moonlit Sanctuary offers tours both day and night - www.moonlitsanctuary.com.au
Don Bosco Camp provides qualified leaders to run onsite or beach games and activities to integrate into your programs. The leaders can create a full program to run your camp from start to finish or can adjust the program to complement your offsite activities.
Some examples of program options include:
Icebreaker & introductory activities
Beach carnival
Amazing Race around Safety Beach and Dromana
Initative & challenge activities
Teambuilding & leadership activities
Night activities
Liturgical services
The Don Bosco Camp leaders have a diverse experience in running programs for both primary and secondary school age students and can tailor each activity to the goals and aims of your camp or retreat.
“The program run by the Don Bosco team was great! The Camp Leader's energy and vitality was infectious and helped create a wonderful 3 days for our students and staff that I'm sure will be remembered. Thank you.”
- Yr 7 Teachers, Academy of Mary Immaculate
For more information on the Don Bosco Camp Leaders and a sample program, please contact camp management.
Don Bosco Camp & Centre is situated on the Mornington Peninsula, which means there is a wide variety of activities available all within a 30-minute drive from the campsite.
Whether you are looking for adventure, educational experiences, relaxation or free activities, there is something for everyone. Some suggested options include:
Eagle Skylift Arthurs Seat
Arthurs Seat & Seawinds National Park
Point Nepean Fort & National Park
Seal & Fishing Tours
Bush & Beach Walks
Ferry to Queenscliff
Cape Schanck Lighthouse
Peninsula Surf Beaches
McClelland Gallery & Sculpture Park
For information or to view other activities visit: www.visitmorningtonpeninsula.org
The flat, pristine Safety Beach is just a 200 metre walk from the campsite.
It is a perfect place for a variety of activities in both summer and winter, such as swimming, beach games, beach walks and even meditative reflection time.
Life Savers can be organised through Life Saving Victoria as required. Please contact camp management for more details.