Learning at koru
At Koru Camp, we believe in learning by doing – and having fun! Whether out in the bush or in the open spaces around camp, our interactive lessons are built on curiosity and participation.
At Koru Camp, we believe in learning by doing – and having fun! Whether out in the bush or in the open spaces around camp, our interactive lessons are built on curiosity and participation. Rather than relying on textbooks, we challenge participants through competitive games and hands-on activities that bring concepts to life. In this way, learning becomes something participants can see, feel, and understand for themselves.
Delivered by our experienced guides and educators, each activity is designed by a qualified teacher to introduce key conservation topics in a way that is fun, accessible, and relevant to our beneficiaries. For many, these games form the highlight of their stay at Koru Camp!
Studies show that active, fun-based learning increases engagement, motivation, and long-term retention compared to traditional classroom methods.
Two Ways to Build Your Camp
We offer flexibility in how each camp is designed, depending on your goals:
From tracking animals, to solving challenges, or exploring the landscape, the focus is always on getting people moving, thinking, and interacting with the world around them. By making learning fun, it becomes more memorable whilst also building the positive associations we want our participants to develop with nature.
1. Build your own programme
Choose from our catalogue of over 50 activities, covering topics as varied as animal behaviour, astronomy, wildlife poaching, and sustainability. Each activity is designed to be short, engaging, and easy to understand, while still building meaningful knowledge over time.
2. Follow a structured learning programme
Not sure where to start? We’ve done the work for you! Select from one of our pre-built programmes below, each designed with a clear learning objective. Some programmes also offer progressive pathways, allowing knowledge and skills to build across multiple camps.
Learning Programmes & Pathways
Explore our programmes below. Click on each to learn more.
Wildlife and Ecosystems
Our classic programme covers essential topics across two progressive levels – from wildlife identification to key ecological concepts.
Future Guides and Rangers
For those interested in nature-based careers, with three progressive camps building from foundational knowledge to more advanced guiding concepts.
Conservation in Action
Explores real conservation challenges, including poaching, protected areas, and community roles.
Sustainability and Human Impact
Focuses on climate change, human impact, and practical solutions, with options for progression or age-based depth.
Gogos and Grandpas
Camps designed for elders, creating space for connection, storytelling, and culturally relevant activities.
Leadership
Develops teamwork, communication, confidence, and decision-making through shared challenges and activities.
Youth Empowerment
Separate programmes for girls and boys, focusing on confidence, health and wellbeing, and personal development in a supportive environment.
Educator Development
Supports educators with practical tools, activities, and approaches to deliver engaging environmental education in their own contexts.
