Adventure & Nature Summer Camps for Kids (10-12 Years)

Our Kids Camps at Foliage Outdoors are designed to be a perfect blend of adventure and learning. Located near Pune, these activity-based camps offer a great opportunity for children aged 10 to 12 to develop new skills, make friends, and experience life away from their parents. With a focus on adventure and hands-on learning, our camps are the perfect first step towards a life filled with excitement and discovery. Our camps provide opportunities for kids to step out of their comfort zones and challenge themselves in new and exciting ways. Let your child embark on a journey of self-discovery and adventure with Foliage Outdoors. Join us and give your child an unforgettable experience!


Why Parents Trust Foliage Outdoors:

  • 25+ Years Experience: Pioneers in safe kids' camping since 2000.
  • 1:10 Mentor Ratio: Personal attention for every child.
  • Strict "No-Phone" Policy: Real connections, no screens.
  • Lady Instructor on Every Camp: Ensuring comfort and safety for girls.

Find the Perfect Camp for Your Child:

  • The First-Timer: If your child is a little nervous about their first camp experience, start with Junior Fort Explorers, which offers a fun mix of history, exploration, and moderate activity in a well-structured format.
  • The Water Baby: If your child loves swimming and water-based fun, choose Koyna Explorers, which includes a strong kayaking and lake-life experience along with nature learning.
  • The Wild Child: If your child is happiest outdoors and loves nature trails and discovery, pick Forest Trails Mahabaleshwar, a camp focused on forests, exploration, and learning through observation.
  • The Adrenaline Junkie: If your child loves heights and big adventure moments, choose Panchgani Discovery Camp, known for high-energy outdoor challenges like rappelling and ziplining.
  • The All-Rounder: If your child wants a bit of everything and enjoys group challenges, diverse activities, and building confidence through adventure sports, choose Kamshet Rangers, which focuses on adventure stations and team-building in a campsite setting.

Frequently Asked Questions: Summer Camps for Kids

Q: What are Foliage Outdoors Kids’ Camps?

A: Our Kids’ Camps (10–12 years) are adventure + learning camps designed as a child’s first step into the outdoors—with supervised routines, hands-on activities, and opportunities to build confidence, make friends, and experience time away from parents.

Q: What age group are these camps meant for?

A: These camps are primarily designed for children aged 10 to 12 years (some departures may show a slightly wider age bracket on the specific camp page—always follow the age mentioned on that camp)

Q: Is it safe to send my 10-year-old alone?

A: Yes. At Foliage, we specialise in "first independent trips." Our 1:6 mentor ratio ensures no child is ever left unsupervised.

Q: Are mobile phones allowed?

A: No. We believe in a digital detox to help kids bond with nature and each other.

Q: Where are these kids’ camps located?

A: These are based close to Pune / in Maharashtra (near Pune), making them ideal for parents who want a meaningful camp experience without very long travel.

Q: What kind of activities can my child expect?

A: Activities vary by camp, but typically include nature exploration through trails and observation-based learning, soft adventure such as rope/obstacle elements and basic trekking, water activities where applicable with appropriate safety gear, group games and team-building sessions, and special themes in select camps such as fort exploration, coastal habitat learning, or astronomy/space workshops.

Q: Is this a luxury trip or a real camp experience?

A: These are real camps, not luxury holidays. Most programs focus on outdoor learning and skill-building, with simple, comfortable stays (tents/dorms/cottages depending on the camp).

Q: What are accommodations like?

A: Accommodation depends on the specific camp and may include tents at a managed campsite, basic dormitory-style stays, or AC cottages/rooms on a multiple-sharing basis, and the exact stay details for each departure are mentioned in the camp’s “Know Before You Book” section.

Q: What kind of meals are provided?

A: Meals are generally simple, wholesome, vegetarian, planned to be tasty and filling for active children (not a luxury buffet-style spread).

Q: Are the camps supervised and safe?

A: Yes—these are structured, supervised camps with activities conducted under expert supervision and safety protocols (camp-specific details may vary).

Q: My child is going away from home for the first time—will this be suitable?

A: Yes—these kids’ camps are designed to be a gentle first-time experience: close to home, well-planned routines, and group support that helps children settle in and build independence.

Q: Are all activities guaranteed (example: star-gazing)?

A:  While we strive to complete all planned activities, some sessions like star-gazing or telescope observation are weather-dependent, and in cases where skies are not clear, alternate sessions are typically conducted as mentioned on specific camp pages; furthermore, if our instructors feel any activity is not safe to perform due to external conditions, they will take a professional call to not proceed as safety remains our absolute priority.. If skies aren’t clear, alternate sessions are typically conducted (as mentioned on specific camp pages).

Q: Which are some Kids’ Camps currently available in this section?

A: This page includes camps such as Koyna Explorers, Junior Fort Explorers, Forest Trails Mahabaleshwar, Kamshet Rangers, Panchgani Discovery Camp, and special learning formats like Astro & Space Workshop @ Camp365 (availability varies by dates).the skies aren’t clear, alternative sessions are typically conducted (as noted on the 
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