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Outdoor education programs in Victoria

Compare AusCamp program formats

Choose a residential camp, journey, expedition or longer experience, then work with AusCamp to match the detail to your students and school goals.

Start with the experience

Five ways to shape outdoor learning

Each format creates a different rhythm of travel, venue life, responsibility and challenge. Every program is refined around participant readiness, practical needs and the outcomes your school values.

Students walking through a valley near Cape Otway
Program Multi-day, tailored to the route and group

Journey-based Programs

Multi-day outdoor education journeys that help secondary students build teamwork, leadership and confidence while travelling through natural settings.

  • Route-based, multi-day experience
  • Secondary school groups
Students walking along Johanna Beach
Program Multi-day, based on route and program goals

Expedition Programs

Supported school expeditions that combine travel, camping and outdoor skills with greater responsibility, teamwork and self-reliance.

  • Mobile, self-reliant outdoor program
  • Secondary school groups
Outdoor gathering area at Charnwood lit with string lights at night
Program Two or more days, tailored to the school

Residential Programs

Residential school camps that bring accommodation, catering, outdoor activities and shared group experiences together at an AusCamp venue.

  • Venue-based overnight camp
  • Primary school groups
Uluru at sunset
Program Extended, based on destination and itinerary

Iconic Programs

Destination-led school journeys that bring outdoor challenge, place-based learning and personal growth together in a distinctive extended experience.

  • Destination-led extended journey
  • Secondary school groups
A grassy mountain valley lit by the evening sun
Program Nine days or more

Extended Programs

Immersive school programs of nine days or more that combine community living, outdoor education, shared responsibility and continued learning.

  • Residential, community living and journey blend
  • Secondary school groups

A coordinated plan

What AusCamp considers with your school

Students and outcomes

Year level, previous experience, learning priorities, group dynamics and individual support needs.

Place and activity

Venue or route fit, travel, season, activity choices, accommodation and the appropriate level of challenge.

Practical delivery

Staff responsibilities, equipment, catering, participant information, permissions and preparation.

Not sure which format fits?

Start with your students and goals

Share your year level, group size, preferred timing and priorities. AusCamp can help you compare the practical options without expecting you to arrive with a finished itinerary.