Base Camp
Gear up for the Great Outdoors on Base Camp at
Cave Hill Creek and Silverband Lodge
Base camps take students beyond the lodge and classroom. Introducing the world of group living in a campground. Experience pitching a tent, preparing meals and cooking on camp stoves. Explore the nearby National Parks on day walks and challenge through adventure activities and return to camp each night. It’s the perfect blend of supported adventure, where students build confidence, learn practical life skills, and strengthen friendships while discovering the magic of the bush.
Base Camp at Cave Hill Creek
Base Camp at Cave Hill Creek takes students deeper into the outdoors, offering an exciting step beyond Residential Camp. Students set up base camp in the Mount Buangor National Park, pitching their own tents, learning campcraft, and cooking meals on camp stoves. Guided by our experienced camp staff, and with camp equipment supplied, students experience the magic of sleeping under the stars whilst building confidence, resilience, independence and teamwork. From forest walks to fun adventure activities, Base Camps are a memorable way to connect with nature, strengthen friendships, and enjoy the thrill of true outdoor living.
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Base Camp at Silverband Lodge
Pitch a tent and stay at Silverband Lodge’s exclusive private campground and immerse yourself in an authentic Grampians Base Camp experience. Sleep beneath towering peaks, and star-filled skies students embrace life oudoors, learning practical campcraft, cooking over the fire and exploring the Grampians National Park on daily adventures. Students participate in guided outdoor activities, such as rock climbing, or abseiling along the many world-class routes on offer. A sequential outdoor education next step from Residential Camps, Base Camps build resilience, confidence, teamwork, and a genuine connection to the natural world. Spend evenings around the campfire and create memories that live on long after camp ends.
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“An unforgettable experience”
The team at Cave Hill Creek made our school camp absolutely incredible. The kids had the time of their lives and learned so much about nature and teamwork.
Sarah M, School Teacher
“The best school camp”
What a wonderful camp we just had. Thank you to Tim, Nick, Brad, and all the team. 5 stars all the way!!!
Sandi, Parent from Port Arlington Primary School
“We have had a brilliant time. The staff are outstanding. The care they put into all aspects of camp really make the experience a special one. Thanks once again.”
Berwick Fields Primary School
We had a great time as always. Thanks to all of the incredible staff.
Ballarat Clarendon College
We had a great experience. Kids really enjoyed their time.
Many positive experiences for them to take away. Thank you to the whole team at Cave Hill Creek.
Alfredton Primary School
We have been coming here for many years, every time we are impressed with the friendly staff, location and smile all our students leave with.
This camp is the camp all our staff fight over to come to because we enjoy it here so much, thank you.
Berwick Fields Primary School
The staff have been absolutely fantastic!
The kitchen staff have so much patience and have been wonderful letting some of our participants help and join in serving! The activity leaders are fantastic in leading group activities and really making our participants enjoy each experience, chef Riley’s food has been so delicious, the amount of food provided was incredible! All staff and participants have been raving on about the food and the services provided! Definitely will be coming back to cave hill creek!
Gateway’s Support Services
Staff were quick to make adjustments for the weather. It was actually more enjoyable having facilitator led activities, made the experience more enjoyable for staff to focus more on student needs.
Camp staff were helpful around meal times in assisting school staff. Camp staff were amazing with engaging individually with students in conversations, supporting the diverse needs of students. They even helped load the bus.
Exford Primary School
Had a blast! Definitely coming back
Hamlyn Banks Primary School
Well run camp, friendly staff, great meals and facilities.
Delacombe Primary School
We all a fabulous stay at Cave Hill Creek, all staff and students thoroughly enjoyed themselves.
We wanted to let you know that the standard of food delivered, especially for our dietary requirements were the best we have had, and we do a lot of camps.
Lake Bolac College
The facilities are sensational, the activities are wonderful, but by far the best thing about Cave Hill Creek is the staff. Nothing is too much trouble.
They are friendly, engaging and caring of the kids, teachers and parent helpers. It’s great to come to a camp where teachers and camp staff work together seamlessly and have a bit of banter too! Thank you, legends!
Woady Yaloak PS
The facilities are sensational, the activities are wonderful, but by far the best thing about Cave Hill Creek is the staff. Nothing is too much trouble.
They are friendly, engaging and caring of the kids, teachers and parent helpers. It’s great to come to a camp where teachers and camp staff work together seamlessly and have a bit of banter too! Thank you, legends!
Maiden Gully PS
This has been 1 of many successful camps we have had hosted by Cave Hill Creek. It is a beautiful well maintained property with: plenty of activities, friend staff and excellent facilities.
Thank you to all staff for your support throughout the weekend.
St Patrick’s College
Have thoroughly enjoyed the camp. Staff were exceptional
The Hamilton Alexandra College
Thank you again for a fantastic experience, we love Cave Hill Creek and our kids always tell us it is their favourite camp.
Mount Duneed Regional PS
Thank you for an amazing camp. Great activities, amazing stuff and we all felt very welcomed.
Thank you for everything
Australian International Academy
Your flexibility regarding booking, activities, and dietary requirements has been much appreciated by the children and parents.
Mount Clear Primary School
Great camp with very welcoming and kind staff.
Kids and teachers were continually well looked after and we cannot wait to rebook and come back again in 2027.
Rollins Primary School
Activities on Point in an incredible atmosphere
Silverband Lodge is an incredible camp that schools can tailor to their own school needs. They offer incredible activities and spaces for students to thrive in. We can’t wait to come back again, thank you Silverband Lodge!!!
Teacher – Fawkner Primary School
Thank you for a fantastic stay
Once again a fantastic stay at Silverband Lodge. The staff are amazing, friendly and so approachable, the facilities are excellent and everything was planned and delivered well. Thanks to the team for looking after us and making our stay an enjoyable one.
Teacher – Ballarat North Primary School
Thank you for an amazing stay and great food
Our school had an amazing stay providing a wonderful experience for our students. The friendliness and professionalism of the staff, the overall quality of the meals and incredible site helped make the camp a terrific experience for everyone involved.
Teacher – Buronga Public School
Pool is a Huge Asset
Excellent camp facilities. Great staff – management, activity leaders and kitchen crew. The set up of the buildings makes supervision easy – ensuites, games rooms at each end, dining in the middle. Pool is a huge asset for the free time.
Baimbridge High School
Continue Your Improvements
Continue on your current path of reinvigorating your faculties
St Patricks College
Friendly professional staff and great activities
Friendly professional staff and great activities
University High School
Helpful and nice staff
All staff were extremely helpful and nice. Anything we needed was no trouble.
Goroke Primary School
Great Upgrade
An awesome experience this camp, thanks to staff for all your help and expertise. The new beds and furniture were a great upgrade. Thanks again for everything we will be in touch about next year!
University High School
Organised and Responsive Camp Provider
Thank you for your communication. You are one of the most responsive and organised camps providers to deal with. It is greatly appreciated.
Napoleons Primary SchoolFrequently asked questions
What’s the food like?
We provide hearty, home-cooked meals that are both delicious and healthy, with fresh fruit always available. Meals are balanced to give campers the energy they need for full days of activities.