Q. What activities are there at camp?
A. Sugar bay prides itself on the fact there are over 100 different activities to choose from. They range from surfing to tree swing, drama and arts to kayaking, skateboarding to scuba diving and from BMX’ing to farm animal petting. With our latest additions this year to the program being stand up paddle boarding, walk on water balls, Zorb balls and giant sumo wrestling suits. For a more detailed list please check our activities section.

Q. Where do campers sleep?
A. Girls and boys sleep in separate cabins. In each cabin there are between ten and 18 campers with three to six counselors who supervise kids during free times and at night. Each cabin has an en-suite bathroom and hot showers. Every cabin has electrical outlets and storage space for clothing, including closets and cubbies for folded items. Our housekeeping staff clean the bathrooms daily while the campers and counselors keep the main area of the cabin in order.
Campers are assigned cabins according to age groups. If friends or siblings wish to sleep in the same cabin it is important to mention this on the camper enrolment form under “Cabin shares”.

Q. What about the food?
A. Sugar Bay cuisine is freshly prepared, nutritious and scrumptious. The smell of freshly baked rolls really gets the appetite going! Meals range from bacon, eggs, pancakes and french toast for breakfast to; hot dogs, sausage rolls and fish and chips for lunch and to top it off; lasagne, pizza, hamburgers and chips and roast chicken and potatoes for dinner. (Plus many more delicious meals) Religious and dietary preferences such as Vegetarian, Halaal and Kosher can be catered for on request.

Q. Should healthy campers take any medications to camp?
A. The medical centre has a complete range of basic over-the-counter medication for normal minor injuries or sickness. Should a camper need more attention we would take them to the medical centre in Stanger or hospital in Ballito. If campers need to take any prescription medication, this should be indicated on the Medical Form as medication is handed out to campers at every meal time. Detailed instructions including Campers Name, the dosage and time medicine should be taken must be handed in when campers arrive.

Q. Are there doctors and lifeguards at Sugar Bay?
A. Sugar bay has a team of fully trained lifeguards whom will be available at all times. All staff have received training in First Aid and CPR. There are also a number of doctors on call 24 hours a day, should there be a medical emergency.

Q. Can parents talk to campers on the phone?
A. One of the many wonderful experiences at camp is the chance campers will have to make new friends and gain a sense of independence, confidence and responsibility. Staying in touch with home by phone does not always help this process. We do encourage campers to write emails or faxes as often as they would like and we distribute email and faxes sent by parents at every meal. In special cases, such as birthdays or anniversaries, it is possible to speak with your child if pre-arranged with the office.

Q. Are campers allowed to use mobile phones in camp?
A. It is common policy for cell phones to not be allowed at summer camps around the world. This is for both safety reasons so that the phones do not get damaged or stolen while they are at Sugar Bay and that they cause a distraction to the children which can lead to unsociable behaviour and detract from their enjoyment of camp.

Q. Should campers bring their own sports equipment?
A. Campers are welcome to bring their own equipment. This is not necessary as Sugar Bay does provide all the equipment that is needed for all of our activities.

Q. Are there any out of camp trips?
A. Sugar Bay campers have the option to take part in an overnight camp out trip that takes place on privately owned property with a purpose built camping shelter. All activities that take place outside of camp are fully supervised by counselors and the life guard team.

Q. Are there any other expenses? Do campers need extra money?
A. Sugar Bay has a tuck shop that campers are allowed to visit once daily. The recommended allowance is R300 for the week. Money is paid directly to the camp and any money that is not spent is either carried over to a future camp or refunded using the credit card details provided. This means there is no need for carrying cash at Sugar Bay.

Q. Where do campers come from?
A. Campers at Sugar Bay are aged between 7-17 years old. Campers come from all over the World. We have large groups of children from South Africa in particular the Johannesburg and Durban area. Mozambique, Swaziland, England, Holland and USA are some countries to name a few.