Mt Gambier Camp 2025
Simply Homeschool Mt Gambier Camp 2025
Monday 3 - Friday 7 February 2025
BIG4 Blue Lake Holiday Park, Bay Road, Mount Gambier SA 5290
Explore the natural playground of Mt Gambier as we immerse ourselves in the land of sinkholes, caves, and crater lakes!
We are embarking on an amazing adventure to discover some of the Limestone Coast’s most unforgettable experiences – even those that are hidden from sight!
Descend into the geological wonderland of the region’s caves, dip in the cold, crystal-clear water of Little Blue Lake, climb a volcano, wander a rose-filled cave garden in the middle of the city, explore the lush Umpherston sinkhole and take part in a cultural foraging journey with Boandik Elder Ken Jones as Simply Homeschool visits South Australia!
Welcome to Mt Gambier
Explore the natural playground of Mt Gambier as we immerse ourselves in the land of sinkholes, caves, and crater lakes!
We are embarking on an adventure to discover some of the Limestone Coast’s most unforgettable experiences – even those that are hidden from sight!
Descend into the geological wonderland of the region’s caves with a guided tour to learn about the region’s underground water system and the history of the caves.
You’ll be amazed by the dazzling cobalt blue of Blue Lake, filtered through limestone, which serves as the city’s water supply, and delighted by the rose-filled cave garden – a historic garden flowing deep into a cenote in the middle of the city.
Take a deliciously cold dip in the crystal-clear water of Little Blue Lake, a water-filled cenote located in the Kanawinka volcanic area between two dormant volcanoes!
Mount Schank dominates the skyline south of Mount Gambier, and we will climb hundreds of steps to enjoy sweeping 360-degree views of the surrounding landscape with its richly textured patchwork of fertile paddocks and the ocean beyond.
We’ll catch a screening of the movie Volcano, the story of Earth, Fire and Water, beginning with the local Aboriginal Dreamtime story, Craitbul.
For at least 30,000 years, the Limestone Coast has been home to the Boandik, Bindjali and Ngarrindjeri people.
For a truly immersive First Nations experience, we will go on tour with Boandik Elder, Ken Jones on a cultural and foraging journey to identify, touch and taste some of the finest bush foods along the incredible Port MacDonnell coastline.
Camp Fees
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Members $275 - First child $255 - Second child $235 - Third child $215 - Fourth child + |
Non-Members $295 - First child $275 - Second child $255 - Third child $235 - Fourth child + |
NOTE: Children must be from the same immediate family, and all family members must be included in a single booking.
Camp fees are per child, including entry to all activities and a Camp 2025 t-shirt transfer.
NB: The first adult is not required to pay camp fees but must supervise their children at all times for all activities. Any subsequent adults registering who wish to attend external activities must pay $70 each to cover costs associated with externally provided activities.
Add a Simply Homeschool t-shirt for $19.95 (child sizes) or $24.95 (adult sizes) for your Camp 2025 t-shirt transfer.
Accommodation Options
Simply Homeschool Mt Gambier Camp will be hosted at Big 4 Blue Lake Holiday Park in Mt Gambier.
Accommodation is NOT included in camp fees.
| Accommodation | Price includes | Price for 4 nights |
| Powered site | 6 adults* | $492 |
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Ensuite powered site |
6 people | $552 |
| Holiday unit - 6 berth | 6 people | $1128 |
| Ensuite cabin | 5 people | $864 |
| 2 bedroom bungalow | 4 people | $1132 |
| 3 bedroom bungalow | 6 people | $1432 |
NB: The caravan park will only be setting aside certain quantities of these accommodation for 4 weeks from the time that camp registrations goes live.
FAQ
Yes. We offer an option where you can pay with a number of equal instalments.
The first instalment will occur when you register. Further payments will be deducted from your credit card on 2 October, 7 November and 13 December. No payment plan is available when registration is received after 1 October 2024. For full details and terms of payment plans, please see Terms and Conditions.
For exact details of facilities provided at Big 4 Blue Lake Holiday Park: https://www.big4.com.au/caravan-parks/sa/limestone-coast/blue-lake-holiday-park.
The camp will be held at Big 4 Blue Lake Holiday Park, and surrounding areas for activities.
This camp is for Simply Homeschool families. We welcome both Simply Homeschool members and non-members. Simply Homeschool full members will receive a discount.
This is an example timetable only. The final timetable will be sent out before the camp.
| Mon 3rd Feb | Tues 4th Feb | Wed 5th Feb | Thurs 6th Feb | |
| Morning |
Mt Gambier Visitor Centre, Cave Garden, Umpherston |
Mt Schank |
Forage on the Coast | |
| Afternoon | Camp Registration | The Riddock: Volcano Screening | Little Blue Lake |
Kilsby Sinkhole |
| Evening | Welcome dinner -catered | Community dinner -uncatered | Camp concludes |
No. Each family is responsible for their own meals.
No. We encourage you to participate in activities, but please feel free to relax at the campground or around the local area.
No, however, Simply Homeschool full members receive a discounted rate.
This camp is being organised by Simply Homeschool.
This camp is:
- Fully risk-assessed.
- Facilitated by professional, experienced guides at some activities.
We hope you do not need to cancel your participation at the camp, however, if cancellation takes place the following terms will apply.
Cancellation of a booking by you must be made in writing. It is up to you to cancel your booking. We will not regard a booking as cancelled unless and until written notice is received by us.
Any cancellation requests received prior to or on 45 days before camp will be provided a refund according to the schedule below.
The cancellation schedule is:
- Cancellation Notice received 105 days before the start of camp will receive a 90% refund
- Cancellation Notice received between 75 and 104 days before the start of camp will receive a 70% refund
- Cancellation Notice received between 45 and 74 days before the start of camp will receive a 50% refund.
- Cancellation Notice received less than 45 days before the start of camp will receive no refund.
Please be aware that if you cancel once the Camp commences or you do not attend, you forfeit all fees.
Late arrival may also result in a forfeited fee. We may reduce, transfer or waive the loss of fee for any reason at our sole discretion.
Please see camp Terms and Conditions for further information.
The Simply Homeschool Mt Gambier Camp is a family camp. Parents/guardians are fully responsible for the supervision of all their children at all times.
No. You can meet us at each location.