Why Choose Raglan Rock Adventure Co?
✅ Registered & Safety Audited Adventure Activity Provider
✅ Qualified, Police-Vetted Instructors with EOTC Experience.
✅ Customised Camps to Suit Your Group’s Age, Goals & Timeframe
✅ Seamless Accommodation and Catering Options
✅ Combine Adrenaline, Culture & Environmental Learning
✅ Trusted by Schools for Over 12 Years
What's on Offer?
Karioi Canyoning
Abseil Waterfalls, Climb Volcanic Rocks, and Explore Native Bush
Builds: Courage, resilience, listening skills!
⏱ Half-day | 👧 Ages 12+
Builds: Courage, resilience, listening skills!
⏱ Half-day | 👧 Ages 12+
Bush Survival
Fire-lighting, shelter building and real Kiwi survival fun!
Builds: Self-reliance, critical thinking, teamwork
⏱ Half-day | 👧 Ages 4+
Builds: Self-reliance, critical thinking, teamwork
⏱ Half-day | 👧 Ages 4+
Tree Climbing
Climb to the top of the bush in a safe, guided environment.
Builds: Confidence, trust, physical coordination
⏱ Half-day | 👧 Ages 6+
Builds: Confidence, trust, physical coordination
⏱ Half-day | 👧 Ages 6+
Cultural Experience
Experience a local Marae with tikanga, storytelling and weaving.
Builds: Cultural understanding, respect, reflection
⏱ Afternoon Only | 👧 All ages
Builds: Cultural understanding, respect, reflection
⏱ Afternoon Only | 👧 All ages
Rock Climbing & Abseiling
Climb real rock while learning trust, communication and perseverance.
Builds: Confidence, teamwork, problem-solving
⏱ Half-day | 👧 Ages 8+
Builds: Confidence, teamwork, problem-solving
⏱ Half-day | 👧 Ages 8+
Karamu Caving
Explore a hidden underground world with incredible formations and glowworms.
Builds: Curiosity, navigation skills, comfort in challenge
⏱ Half-day | 👧 Ages 10+
Builds: Curiosity, navigation skills, comfort in challenge
⏱ Half-day | 👧 Ages 10+
Archery
Test your aim and focus with safe, instructor-led archery sessions.
Builds: Concentration, patience, hand-eye coordination
⏱ Half-day | 👧 Ages 6+
Builds: Concentration, patience, hand-eye coordination
⏱ Half-day | 👧 Ages 6+
Self-Led Time
Scheduled time for optional activities guided by your own team.
Builds: Reflection time, flexibility, bonding
⏱ Flexible | 👧 All ages
Builds: Reflection time, flexibility, bonding
⏱ Flexible | 👧 All ages
Customised to Suit Your School
Every group is different, so we tailor our camps to meet your needs.
- Mix and match activities over 1 to 5 days
- Age-appropriate programs from Year 5 to Year 13
- Choose fully instructor-led or hybrid-style camps
- Accommodation and catering included, from bush camping to bunkrooms
- Access to the Waikato’s top adventure sites and local providers
- Support for Outdoor Education, including Unit and Achievement Standards
- MOUs available or we can work with your Consent to Assess
Safety, Experience and Professionalism
Designed with schools in mind - from paperwork to delivery.
- All instructors are fully trained, vetted, and qualified
- Safety Management Plans aligned with EOTC guidelines
- Risk assessments and activity plans tailored to your group
- Safety Audited and registered with WorkSafe NZ
- Experience running large group logistics across multiple sites
- Ongoing collaboration with school staff to ensure a safe and seamless experience
More Info for Schools
Need more details to help plan your camp?
Download our School Information Pack for a full overview of activities, pricing, accommodation, and catering options.
Before confirming your booking, please review our Terms & Agreements, which outline payment terms, cancellation policies, and safety expectations.
TESTIMONIALS
Take a look at what other schools have to say
Mike Mcknight - Scots College
Mike Mcknight – Scots College Year 12 Camp Leader“Some would see the 550km (8 hour) one way bus trip to Raglan as an excuse not to go on the Raglan trip. However 54 Y11 students saw this as a minor inconvenience when reviewing the activities that were on offer. Rock climbing, abseiling, canyoning and caving were all highly anticipated and really pushed many students to the limits of their endurance. The exceptional staff at Raglan rock coordinated a week of activities that was challenging and allowed students to learn new skills. Students making their own tarpaulin tents and sleeping overnight in the bush created its own outcry when curious possums came to visit at 2am to the surprise and bewilderment of some students. It was certainly a trip to remember.”
Michael Mayne - Fairfield College
Michael Mayne – Fairfield CollegePrevious TIC Outdoor Education“Raglan Rock have provided Fairfield College staff and students with many uplifting, challenging and exciting memories for the past 4 years. Gareth, Harry and their amazing staff have guided our groups in a range of outdoor activities, in which they tailor the experience to the ability of students. They understand how to work with schools to figure out the best pitch of difficulty and have always accommodated our needs. When it comes to working with schools, Raglan Rock definitely go the extra mile for you to get the best experience possible.One area that I have really found unique about Raglan Rock is also their encouragement to upskill my staff. They have strong values in sharing knowledge and allowing staff to feel they can also develop as educators. We have completed many professional development days with Raglan Rock, including NZIOA qualification preparation training. Raglan Rock have a holistic approach when working with groups and everyone leaves knowing they have had a good time, challenged themselves, and left a better person for the experience. We always look forward to the next mission with Raglan Rock.”
Shanan Miles - Waikato Institute of Technology
Shanan Miles – Waikato Institute of TechnologyOutdoor Education Programme Coordinator Centre for Sport Science and Human Performance “The Raglan Rock Team have been a valuable source of knowledge and help with course delivery this year and have supported our programs through quality delivery of resources and content for both the Certificate and Diploma in Outdoor Adventure Education. Specifically, Raglan Rock was tasked with delivering content and assessment material for the new Certificate and Diploma Rock Climbing programs. Time was spent cross checking work and ensuring that the standard across the papers was consistent, and in line with the current industry best practice.As head of Outdoor Education, I oversea the WTA Level 2 Outdoor Experience which Raglan Rock has also been delivering on. The local tourism knowledge and resources given to our WTA Students from Raglan Rock has been outstanding. Allowing them to firstly be introduced to Adventure Tourism in the classroom, then head into the field with the same company to experience the Canyoning Trip on Mt Karioi firsthand. Then head out Rock Climbing with the same guides and instructors. Gareth and his Team provide valuable peer feedback regularly to all our Outdoor EducationTeam. They make sure we as an Outdoor Education provider reflect on our current practises and that we strive for current best practice in all that we do. Raglan Rock has also put considerable time and effort into professional development this year.Ensuring staff are qualified in the NZOIA Rock Awards Scheme, which has added value to the level of Staff overall competency and delivery.”
Liam Coulden-Lavers - Raglan Area School
Liam Coulden-Lavers – Raglan Area SchoolHead of Outdoor Education and EOTC Coordinator “For the past 10 years I have had a working relationship with Raglan Rock. Initially as a classroom teacher running class trips for primary aged students and recently over the last three years as HOD of the Raglan Area School Outdoor Education Programme. We also work with Raglan Rock to deliver an after school Climbing Club for local students. Raglan Rock has and continues to be a great business to work with. They have great communication from the booking and planning stages, during the trip, right through to after the trip including a post trip review. I have been impressed with their safety management processes and industry knowledge. Raglan Rock demonstrates transparency and openness with the school ensuring that both parties have a clear understanding of who is responsible for what and how activities are run. I highly recommend Raglan Rock as a company to work with.”
Susan Johnson - Hukanui School
Susan Johnson – Hukanui SchoolDeputy Principal “The kids are still buzzing from their climbing, abseiling and caving adventures. Thank you for another fantastic trip! We just love these days! Such special, challenging and successful experiences! We appreciate how organised and flexible you and the team are – a pleasure to work with!”
CONTACT US
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do you provide accommodation and catering?
Yes! We offer a range of accommodation options — from bush camping to full-service bunkrooms — and can coordinate catering to suit your needs and dietary requirements.
What group sizes can you accommodate?
We can cater for small classes through to full year groups. Larger groups are split into rotations across activities and sites as needed. Utilising all activities, we can cater for up to 200 students a day.
What age groups are the activities suitable for?
We run tailored programmes for Year 5 through Year 13. Some activities (like canyoning) have age and confidence level recommendations for safety.
How far in advance should we book a school camp?
We recommend booking at least 1 year in advance to secure your preferred dates, especially in Term 1 and Term 4 which book out quickly.
What safety measures do you have in place?
All instructors are trained, police-vetted, and first aid certified. We operate under a full EOTC-aligned Safety Management System and are WorkSafe-registered and externally audited.
Can your instructors assess NCEA standards?
Yes, our qualified instructors can assess Unit and Achievement Standards. If your school has Consent to Assess, we’ll work with you. Otherwise, we can provide an MOU and consent to assess connections.
How do transport and logistics work?
We can help plan arrival/departure logistics and coordinate activity schedules to ensure smooth flow. Transport options also available with our valued local partner.
How much does a typical camp cost?
Pricing varies depending on group size, activity selection, and accommodation. Contact us for a custom quote or sample package.