International Camp Pertouli

International Camp Pertouli

Un unforgettable experience for teens in the foothills of Mt Koziakas!

ACTIVE PERIOD
July 31 - August 11 2023- Sold Out
DIFFICULTY LEVEL
2
DURATION
12 days
PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS
14-17 years old
International Camp Pertouli
Price from €730
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Overview

In collaboration with the non-profit youth organization, FöFe, we have created a summer camp focusing on bringing young people from different countries together. 15 children from Germany and Europe and 15 from Greece, aged 14 to 17, share exciting outdoor experiences. Acceptance, equality, cooperation, meaningful communication, and authentic contact are at the heart of this program.

The age and small number of participants, 30 in total, makes the group extremely flexible, giving the opportunity for extremely interesting and challenging activities. Lakes, mountains, waterfalls, and rivers are our field of action!

Hiking, climbing, rafting on Voidomatis, canoe kayaking on Lake Plastiras, fantastic excursions to Zagori and Meteora, mountain living, and many other exciting activities enrich their days. The children actively participate in shaping the program, take responsibility and add their own touch.

This is a truly unique camping program! The concepts of respect, solidarity and friendship across borders are being fleshed out. The physical and spiritual development of children, the development of skills and the promotion of values such as solidarity, social contribution, multiculturalism, and respect for nature make up the philosophy of Pertouli International Camp.

  • Communication language is English!

A few words about the non-profit organisation FöFe

Förderkreis Ferienzentren e.V. (FöFe) is a non-profit organization. It is all about young people, who volunteer for the operation of camps in Germany and Greece with the aim of meaningful exchange between young people of different nationalities. It was founded in 1981 as an initiative aimed at cultivating and promoting the European ideal of solidarity and multiculturalism. It organizes international youth exchanges, leisure trips, as well as trips for classes and clubs. In addition, every year it trains young people in the field of volunteer work, providing JuLeiCa certification.

All our camp activities are carried out with specially trained guides/guides and adhere to all safety rules!

Day 1
Arrival - Check-in
Day 2
2-day Ascent to Koziakas
Day 3
2-day Ascent to Koziakas
Day 4
3 day Pindos Crossing
Day 5
3 day Pindos Crossing
Day 6
3 day Pindos Crossing
Day 7
Trip to Ioannina & Zagori – Rafting
Day 8
Trip to Plastira Lake – Canoe Kayak / Jet Ski
Day 9
Trip to Meteora and Kalambaka - Climbing
Day 10
Pertouli – Swimming pool
Day 11
Excursion to Elati
Day 12
Departure

Information

DURATION
12 days
ACTIVE PERIOD
July 31 - August 11 2023- Sold Out
PRICE

730€

Participation Form

After having completed the online booking, it is required to fill out the Participation Form. The form is personal and needs to be completed for each child individually.

Camp Facilities

  • Secretariat
  • Kitchen-Dining Area
  • Climbing wall
  • Wooden hut where campers stay in case of heavy rainfall
  • 6 WC and 12 girls' showers
  • 6 WC and 12 showers for boys
  • Art workshop space
  • Volleyball court
  • Igloo tent area
  • Adventure Park
  • Ping Pong hangar
  • Wooden huts

Accommodation

All campers sleep in igloo-type tents (3-4 pax), waterproof with double covers and carry mats.

Location

Our International Camp Pertouli is located in one of the richest forests of natural beauty in our country, at an altitude of 1,000m. Mount Kerketios, or Koziakas, boasts one of the largest varieties of wild herbs in Europe. The mountain, which includes the University Forest of Pertouli, is also part of the European Ecological Network NATURA 2000.

Organizational structure - Staff

Camp Director: Samouris Thanasis

Thanasis is an experienced mountaineer and river guide instructor and has been the camp director of Pertouli Camp since the year 2000. He is also the father of two, Romanos & Ionas, who are also actively involved with Camp Pertouli. His passion is to bring kids close to nature, introduce them to the great outdoors and inspire kids to respect and protect our natural environment!

Camp Manager: Samouris Romanos

Romanos completed his studies in tourism business management and has experienced camp life from early on, as he was himself an active camper since the age of 11. He is a passionate nature lover, a trained mountain and river guide. Being part of the Pertouli Camp from a young age, he has worked up the ladder of Camp Management with great success.

Counselor: Leads his group, guides, helps, inspires & protects. Aims to be close to the kids, get to get to know them and support them in every way possible. All counselors have been trained by the Pertouli Camp team in all aspects of camp life, completing a course that includes theoretical and practical guidelines. They are also First Aiders.

Activity Guides: Activity Guides are trained and experienced guides, certified in outdoor activities such as climbing, rafting, mountaineering, and are responsible for coordinating and supervising respective outdoor activities. They are also First Aiders.

Health and safety: The camp requires a fully equipped pharmacy. All Staff members are certified First Aiders. In case of emergency kids will be transferred to the closest hospital or medical center.

Activities

Indicative activities:

  • 2-day ascent of Mt. Koziakas, overnight stay at Koziaka mountaineering refuge
  • 3-day Pindos Crossing with two nights outside the camp
  • Trip to Ioannina & Zagori - Rafting / City Tour
  • Trip to Plastira Lake - Canoe Kayak / Hydrobiking
  • Trip to Meteora & Kalambaka - Climbing / Hiking / City Tour
  • Pertouli - Swimming pool
  • Excursion to Elati
  • Adventure Park
  • Archery
  • Flying Fox

Indicative daily program:

Timetable

08.00 - 08.30 Awakening

08.30 - 09.00 Breakfast

09.00: Departure for the activity

11.00: Breakfast at the activity site

13.30: Return to camp

13.30: - 14.30 Lunch

14.30 - 17.00: Free time - Hygiene

17.00 - 17.30: Afternoon meal

17.30 - 20.00: Afternoon activities

20.00 - 21.00: Evening meal

21.00 - 22.00: Free time

22.00 - 23.30: Evening entertainment

23.30: End of daily programme

Meals

The dietary program has been designed to meet all the kids’ nutritional needs. It includes 5 meals per day and is adapted to the activities that take place according to the program.

Breakfast: Fresh milk / Tea, Bread with butter and jam or honey, milk with cereal - Served between 08:00 - 09:00

*All meals are served with salad, cheese, bread, and fruit.

 *During overnight stays outside the camp, campers prepare a barbeque with local sausage, omelet, and an array of side dishes.

Below are the indicative meals per day:

DAY

LUNCH

DINNER

MONDAY

Spaghetti Bolognese 

Chicken Soup

TUESDAY

Soutzoukakia (meatballs cooked with tomato sauce)

Potatoes gratin

WEDNESDAY

Stew with mashed potatoes or rice

Pizza

THURSDAY

Pastitsio (pasta al forno

Pees with veggies

FRIDAY

Chicken with baked potatoes

Spaghetti Napoletana

SATURDAY

Lentils

Stuffed veggies, Feta

SUNDAY

Soufflé with penne

Gyros with flatbread

MONDAY

Spaghetti Bolognese & Spaghetti Napolitana

Chicken or Veggie Soup, Feta

TUESDAY

Soutzoukakia (meatballs cooked with tomato sauce)

Steak with Baked Potatoes

WEDNESDAY

Stew with mashed potatoes or rice

Pizza

THURSDAY

Pastitsio (pasta al forno)

Fish risotto

FRIDAY

Lentils

 

Equipment

Kindly pay close attention to the bring-along list below, as the special and exciting camp activities require the right gear for them to be enjoyable and not tiring for the kids. Backpacks and shoes that are not designed for mountain activities can cause injuries.

Luggage:

  • Large duffle bag (not a suitcase, for convenient storage in the tents)
  • Mountaineering backpack 35-45 lt for activities (not school bags)

Note: Pack only one piece of luggage in order for it to fit in the tent.

Clothing & footwear:

  • Short-sleeved t-shirts, shorts, track pants, and sweatshirts
  • Underwear, cotton socks, cotton socks, pajamas
  • Fleece or warm sweater
  • Anorak jacket (waterproof and windproof)
  • 2 pairs of sneakers /sport shoes
  • 1 pair of hiking boots
  • 1 pair of river shoes or Teva sandals or sport shoes that will be used in the river.

Note: NO flip-flops (their use is prohibited in camp)

Excursions:

  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Water bottle (1 liter)
  • Sunscreen with a high protection factor for the face/body
  • Lip balm
  • Swimsuit

Personal hygiene items:

  • 3 towels
  • Toothbrush, toothpaste, comb, shampoo, shower gel
  • Laundry bag

Optional items:

  • Musical instruments
  • PHOTO EQUIPMENT, CAMERA, MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
  • Board or card games
  • Books

Items that are not allowed:

  • Mobile phones are allowed only on preset hours
  • Valuables & large amounts of money (not more than 40-50 euros)
  • Electronic games
  • Sharp and dangerous objects (e.g., knives, pocketknives, lighters)
  • Food items

Contact

Camp secretariat telephone number: 6948 239568 (daily 09.00-18.00)

The secretariat's telephone number is available daily from 9.00 -18.00 for communications regarding health issues, picking up information, or other issues that the camp needs to be aware of. The secretariat accepts calls after hours for emergencies only.

Communication hours:

Communication hours with the kids: 16.00-17.00

You can call the following numbers:  

  • 6994 247502
  • 6994 247503
  • 6994 247504
  • 6994 247508
  • 6994 247509
  • 6999 395305

Reservations (Athens): 210 3310323 (Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 17:00)

Frequent communication with your kids will make it difficult for them to adapt smoothly and quickly. Children have a full program of activities every day. Mobile phones are allowed in the camp only during contact hours. They are not allowed to be used during activities and in the camp areas outside of communication hours.

Our people

Romanos Samouris

Camp director

Thanassis Samouris

Activities Head Officer

George Dapas

Climbing Manager

Rafaela Theofili

Leader / Program Manager

FAQs

When is the camp available?

From 31 July to 11 August 2023

International Camp Pertouli

Un unforgettable experience for teens in the foothills of Mt Koziakas!

Price from €730

BOOK NOW

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