Explorer Camps runs this residential multi-activity camp in Velenje, Slovenia. The camp welcomes children aged 6–17, with arts & crafts, adventure, and water activities on the programme. Typically open July to August — new dates coming soon. Sessions last 1–3 weeks.
Residential multi-activity camp in Velenje, Slovenia
1) INTERNATIONAL FRIENDSHIPS: Children from over 40 different countries enjoy the true highlight of our camp - life-long international friendships. Due to the unique welcoming environment at Explorer Camps, the small groups continually focus on forming strong bonds ensuring that ALL children feel that special Explorer spirit and friendship. 2) EMPATHETIC APPROACH: At the heart of our Explorer family is our special 'home away from home' feel which creates a truly welcoming, loving and accepting environment led by loving staff who encourage children to step outside of their comfort zones and try something new all the while being fully immersed in English. These staff led challenges ensure our campers leave better prepared for life with greater resilience, self-confidence, and increased life skills which ultimately leads to happier children. 3) OUTDOOR ELECTRONIC FREE FUN: Our electronic free outdoor adventure camp focuses on learning through the outdoors with activities including rafting, stand up paddling, paintball, on-site water park, zip lining, kayaking, archery, paragliding etc. While these activities are utilised to maximise our campers’ time in the outdoors away from their screens, they are also used as tools for our experienced staff to boost our campers’ mental health through a wide range of proactive protective factors. 4) INDIVIDUAL ATTENTION: Explorer Camps is broken up into smaller age specific groups of approximately 10 children, which empowers staff to create a truly personal, comfortable and English immersive environment that fosters togetherness and friendships. The Discoverers (6-9), Pioneers (10), Adventurers (11-12), Outlaws (13-14), Trailblazers (15), and Pathfinders (15+) all have group specific activities throughout the day that strengthens these personal bonds, and ensures a truly unforgettable experience for all of our Explorer families. 5) CHOICE: Children are able to tailor make their own experiences by creating their own daily schedules based on their individual needs, desires, strengths and interests. This ensures that they have choices about their own camp experience which builds independence, responsibility and ultimately self-satisfaction.
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Special focus
Multi-activity · Sports & Outdoor
The Explorer day follows a clear rhythm that mixes togetherness with genuine choice. Mornings belong to the age group, where small teams of similar-aged campers take on the bigger outdoor adventures - rafting, bellyaking, hiking, biking, the Explorer Water Park and classic team building - with counsellors who plan each challenge for that stage of development, from the youngest Discoverers through Pioneers and Adventurers to the Outlaws, Trailblazers and Pathfinders of the teen years. Every afternoon the whole camp comes back on site for Afternoon Choice, a menu of more than fourteen activities split between Create & Play and Thrill & Skill, with no fixed groups so children can follow their own curiosity alone or stay alongside friends. Evenings pull everyone back together for Tribe Wars, where Red, Green and Blue tribes trade wacky daily challenges, before groups settle into Campers Corner for quieter connection games, movie nights or time in Hammock City. Learning here happens by doing and then reflecting on it, and progress is made visible through the Explorer beads system, which recognises courage, kindness and the other camper values rather than just skill. The camp is deliberately electronics-free, with children spending the great majority of their time outdoors, and two-week campers get an entirely different morning programme in their second week so nothing repeats.
Other included activities
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Excursions & trips
Two-weekers' Saturday in the capital
Half-day science centre visit
Farm-to-table dinner outing
Teens' mountain trail bike ride
Teens' railway tunnel bike ride
White water river day
Mountain hiking day
Two-weekers' Saturday in the capital
Half-day science centre visit
Farm-to-table dinner outing
Reviews
Grant Parkinson
My daughters have been attending Explorer Camps for the last few years and thoroughly enjoy them. Additionally, as parents, we value the counselling and personal development that their team deliver. We’ll be back again this year!
Mar 2025
Marie Pezic
Explorer Camp is fantastic! My children absolutely loved their experience there. The staff are truly wonderful—they create a welcoming, safe, and fun environment for all the kids. The activities were engaging, and the staff went above and beyond to ensure every child felt included. Highly recommend this camp!
Mar 2025
Irina Moshkova
Really great place. Our kids like this camp a lot! We have visited it last summer and have booked 2 weeks already for this summer vacations. Looking forward to see everyone soon!
Mar 2025
Naiara Uliarte (Spain)
The Slovenian Summer Kids camp it has been an amazing experience for our son and for us. They have given them the confidence to meet new kids, communicate in a foreign language, and get trust on themselves, and all these in a very comfortable family environment. Besides the English skills, socializing and the family feeling, which were very important for us, the way they make the kids be part of the camp, giving them the opportunity to choose and decide, were very important for our son. Next year he wants to be back.
Jan 2023
Safety & Supervision
EXPERT CARE AND SAFETY: Our staff is fully trained in both First Aid and Mental Health, ensuring they are ready for any situation. Led by our Camp Director, a certified First Aid and Mental Health instructor, we prioritize the emotional, physical, and mental well-being of all campers. Each camp has two dedicated First Aiders, with one always on duty at our well-equipped Medical Centre. This ensures the best possible care for our Explorer family. Additionally, a health center is just a four-minute drive away for any further needs.
Meals
breakfast
Hot station with eggs, pancakes and turkey frankfurters, or fresh seasonal fruit, whole-grain cereals, yogurts and spreads for toast and bagels; 10+ items each morning.
lunch
Chef-prepared main dish with seasonal soup, salad bar and artisan breads with homemade spreads.
dinner
Chef-prepared main dish with seasonal soup, salad bar and breads; includes special evenings such as camper pizza making.
snacks
Mini sandwiches, fruit skewers, drinks, popcorn, pancake bites and homemade muffins or banana bread.
Four meals are served each day on site, prepared by the camp's own chef using locally sourced ingredients. Breakfast offers a hot station plus fruit, cereals, yogurts and spreads; lunch and dinner include a soup, salad bar and breads alongside a main dish; a snack is served between activities. Dietary needs are planned with families before camp, with dedicated preparation areas for allergen-sensitive meals.
Screen time policy
All phones will be taken off children on the opening day, and returned on the final day. Those staying for two or three weeks will have the opportunity to use their phones for a short period on the Saturday.
Accommodation & campus
Where your child sleeps
LOCATION: Welcome to Camp Velenje, a brand-new tourist complex nestled on the picturesque shores of Lake Velenje. Enjoy a variety of summer activities in the inviting 24°C waters, featuring an expansive water park. Conveniently located, the camp is just 70 minutes from the Slovenian International Airport and 120 minutes from Zagreb International Airport in Croatia, with transport services available from both. MODERN SETTING: Our camp offers a secure, fully enclosed environment with 24/7 security. Enjoy state-of-the-art facilities, including newly built accommodations, dining halls, and a cafe. Campers stay in private, fully air-conditioned Mobile Homes that accommodate up to six children, featuring two separate bedrooms with private bathrooms, a dining room, kitchen, and a spacious outdoor terrace for relaxation. FOOD: Campers enjoy four self-service meals daily, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and a light afternoon snack. They can also participate in afternoon cooking sessions and delight in campfire treats on special evenings.
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Location & getting there
Camp Velenje, Simona Blatnika Street 27, 3320 Velenje, Slovenia
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Getting your child there
Ljubljana, Slovenia OR Zagreb, Croatia
Pickup service · It is possible at both international airports in Slovenia and Croatia, and also the capital city of Slovenia, Ljubljana.
Camp Velenje, Simona Blatnika Street 27, 3320 Velenje, Slovenia
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