All camps have an underlying goal, which is that young people develop an understanding of and connection with the wilderness. We use a combination of adventure, art and science to this end.
If you would like to book a camp please submit a booking form or email [email protected]
To download a copy of our brochure, click here.
We utilize several camp sites situated throughout the Western Cape, including our well known base camp in the Cederberg Mountains. Each camp has breathtaking views and offers its own special opportunities. Camp locations will be determined by availability; special requests will be considered.
Important logistical details
The Cape Leopard Trust provides the following at all of the camps
Groups must provide their own
A wide variety of topics can be explored and camp programmes are unique to each group depending on their age, needs and interests. In preparation for a camp, group leaders will work with our Environmental Educators in the design of a programme.
Some of the potential camp themes include
The following are examples of activities
For a tailored quotation please fill out this booking enquiry form or email [email protected]
The daily fee contributes to materials, camp maintenance and education costs. This fee covers only a portion of our costs, we subsidize all camps to make environmental education affordable. In addition to a daily rate each individual is charged a standard per person levy by the CapeNature reserve and additional fees may apply for hiking permits. These rates may vary when other venues are used, please enquire about availability and scheduling using our Booking Enquiry form.
Fees are as follows
CLT Bus and trailer can be hired at R 4 950 round trip. It can only seat 20 individuals.
NB. The participation fee is already subsidized by more than ½ of the actual costs for all groups to make the camps accessible to all.
Thanks to generous contributions from our donors we are in a position to offer a number of sponsored camps per year to disadvantaged community schools. Please contact us to inquire whether your group may qualify.
If you would like to sponsor a rural child to attend a camp as a community outreach initiative, please let us know!
Our support comes from many sources including companies, trust funds, institutions and caring individuals. All donations go directly toward furthering the project and our understanding and conservation of these magnificent animals.
