Scout holidays and scouts tours to Belgium - Venture Abroad

Looking for a perfect way to introduce your group to Europe? Look no further! A short journey from Calais lands you in Belgium, one of Europe's hidden gems. Lying between France and Holland, this small country will leave you mesmerised by its vibrant towns, exciting activity programmes and engaging culture.

Located on the edge of the Meerdaal Forest, De Kluis will be your gateway to Belgium and beyond. Visit Europe in a morning at Mini-Europe, experience the thrill of Walibi Theme Park and make a splash at Oceade Water Park all in one week. Bring out the adventurer in you and try your hand at indoor caving and climbing or take on a high ropes course. Whether it is an energetic activity packed week or a more relaxing holiday discovering the sights, Belgium has it all.

• Tree top assault course
• Pioneering poles
• Forest biking
• River rafting
• Climbing wall
• Hiking
• Swimming
• Indoor caving

• Bruges: Choco-Story, Canal Cruises, Diamond Museum
• Brussels: Mini Europe, Oceade & Atomium
• Ypres: Battlefields of WW1
• Leuven: Indoor Climbing & Caving, Bowling, Swimming , Scout Museum, Walibi Theme Park

• Prices are based on a self-catering option
• Full board option: The centre offers an excellent full board option which includes three good meals per day and gives greater flexibility when planning your activities

Depart UK	Accommodation	Board Basis	Day / Nights	Price (pp)
Saturday 2nd July 2011	Tents	Self-catering	8/7	£129
Saturday 9th, 16th July 2011	Tents	Self-catering	8/7	£159
Saturday 23rd, 30th July 2011	Tents	Self-catering	8/7	£169
Saturday 6th, 13th, 20th August 2011	Tents	Self-catering	8/7	£159

What's Included

• Return coach journey on a 49 seat executive coach on our unique shuttle programme
• Pick up from your preferred departure point within 250 miles from Folkestone based on a minimum group size of 40 passengers
• Euro Tunnel crossings Folkestone / Calais / Folkestone
• 7 nights’ accommodation at De Kluis Scout Centre in tents provided by Venture Abroad
• All camping equipment
• Onsite representative services for Venture Abroad Groups
• Full tour and itinerary planning
• 1 x drawstring bag per passenger
• Luggage labels for the group plus payment cards on request
• VAT (at current rate) on tour operator’s margin (non-reclaimable)
• No currency surcharges (guaranteed upon confirmation of booking)
• The reassurance of an externally audited safety management system and the security of our 24-hour emergency contact service throughout your tour

De Kluis is located approximately 20 km from Brussels and, thanks to the efforts of many generations of volunteers, the site has been developed into a beautiful oasis of greenery and tranquility. With 20 campsites spread over 35 hectares of forest, De Kluis has plenty of space and is perfectly equipped to guarantee you and your group an unforgettable camp experience.

Venture Abroad has the exclusive use of one campsite throughout the summer months at De Kluis. All of your tents and cooking facilities are provided on-site for the exclusive use of guests travelling with Venture Abroad. There are also showers, toilets and sanitary facilities for campsite guests. The centre also offers indoor accommodation for a supplementary cost and this is subject to availability.