Camps

Head to Ponui Island this summer for long sunny days camping by the water’s edge! Kayak and swim, then sleep out under the stars. Sports and fun are mixed with discovering God and who he created you to be. (Price includes return barge travel to Island)

Surf, sun, sand and fun is waiting for you at Waipu Escapade in 2016!

Come and create epic memories for life - camping on a beautiful, private island in the Hauraki Gulf. Cook under the stars, sit around bonfires, uncover kiwis in the wild, get up to fun and exciting challenges both on land and in the water - all the while making lots of new friends and discovering our Creator. This will kick start your 2017 in the best way possible! #bestweekofyourlife

If you love summer fun, this camp is where it's at! Kayaking, swimming, beach trips and water games, sleeping under the stars, marshmallows on the camp fire, sand dunes, and an epic water slide and flying fox on site makes this camp a summer lovers dream. Complete with fun people, great food and awesome activities, we would love to have you join us this January.

Spend a week of summer on the banks of Lake Karapiro and try your hand at water sports, rock climbing, mountain biking, hiking, and sleeping under the stars. You will have an incredible adventure as you learn about God and yourself, and meet fantastic people.

Would you love to carve up the waves or get some surf school tips at an SU camp? In addition to camp fee, there is an activity cost of $130 if you need to hire a board OR $50 - If you have your own board.

Would you love to carve up the waves or get some surf school tips at an SU camp? In additional to camp fee, there will be an activity fee of $130 if you need to hire a board OR $50 if you have your own board.

Te Anau is the place to be this summer if you’d like to experience water sports like windsurfing, sailing and kayaking. An epic week with awesome people, sweet times playing in the sun and hanging with God.

Experience the scenic central South Island as we travel from Mt Cook to Omarama by bike. There will be great faith discussions as we camp out and travel through one of New Zealand’s best landscapes! Camp will start in Tekapo with a shuttle option available from Christchurch Airport. Please contact us if you need to hire a bike.

Kick the New Year off in sunny Wanaka for a week packed with adventure and fun. Have a go at windsurfing, kayaking or water-ski. Enjoy some great walks and cycle trails as you learn more about God and how he relates to your life.

An opportunity for adults to dig deeper in to God’s Word, while getting away from it all on Ponui Island. This camp caters for those aged between 18 - 90 who enjoy mixing with all ages, are keen for some Biblical teaching and want to relax and recharge for the year ahead!

Navigate the Great Water Challenge, hang out with seafaring friends and fun leaders, make cool stuff and discover amazing things about Peter as he explores who God is and what it is like to be his shipmate.

Navigate the Great Water Challenge, hang out with seafaring friends and fun leaders, make cool stuff and discover amazing things about Peter as he explores who God is and what it is like to be his shipmate.

'Man at the Well' is an inspirational time of discovery and personal journey towards the real you. Our purpose is for you to be inspired as you read and listen to the voice of God and step out into God's story for yourselves.

20-22 May 2016: Peel Forest, Canterbury Spend a weekend with South Island camp leaders & SU staff as we look at developing as leaders and recreating together. Includes sessions with Andrew Shepherd (AROCHA) and Mark & Diana Johnston (Adventure Specialties).

How does a full week of snow fun while staying at an alpine lodge sound? Mix in some evenings chilling with new friends chatting about God, and you have the recipe for the best week of the year!

Have an adventure on the shores of Lake Karapiro. Climbing, abseiling, searching for glowworms during a night kayak. Hang out with a great group of people, with the chance to chat about what God means to you.

Spend time with new friends, scaling peaks, climbing rock faces in the snow and enjoying good food. Meet some of the other creatures that call the valley “home” and do our bit to protect them by participating in hands-on conservation work.

Ski? Snowboard? It’s your call. Experience full-on days in the snow, spend some time talking about God and relaxing in the lodge at night. Add in a bunch of fun off-mountain activities.

A ten-day wilderness expedition that will challenge you to grow physically, emotionally and spiritually. A life-changing journey that will prepare you for life beyond school!