Camps International, the UK-based social enterprise renowned for transformative student travel, is proud to announce its expansion into the United States. With over two decades of impact and global experience, the organisation is now introducing its pioneering model of ethical expeditions to U.S. schools, educators and communities.
A legacy of impact:
Since its foundation in 2002 by Stuart Rees Jones, Camps International has collaborated with more than 1,000 schools and positively impacted the lives of over 55,000 young people Over the past two years alone, student travellers contributed more than 400,000 hours of hands-on project work for communities worldwide.
Rooted in education with real-world relevance:
Our Real World Studies resources blend classroom learning with ethical, community-led projects, helping students become globally aware, responsible travellers.
Backed by global partnerships:
As of May 2024, Camps International has joined the Impact Travel Group (ITG), aligning with other mission-driven brands such as Raleigh International and African Impact. Stuart Rees Jones now serves as CEO within ITG, positioning Camps to inspire more students globally with widened access to inclusive, high-quality school expeditions.
Expanding Ethical Travel Across North America
Our U.S. launch will offer:
- School expeditions built around experiential learning and cultural immersion.
- Permanent, locally run camps in Africa, Asia and Latin America focused on immersive community and conservation work.
- Collaborative teacher resources aligned with national curricula and UN SDGs.
- A commitment to safety and sustainability while equipping students with resilience, empathy and leadership.
“Camps International has always been driven by a strong sense of purpose for its travellers, partner communities and the planet — a purpose that shapes every expedition and every project. The 2025 Impact Report reinforces just how important it is to equip young people with the knowledge, skills, and values to thrive in an increasingly complex world. We’re incredibly excited to see Camps expand into the U.S., bringing its unique model of immersive, ethical travel to even more students across North America.”— Matt Lacey, COO, Impact Travel Group
Camps International’s U.S. operations will leverage our global infrastructure, local leadership expertise, and decades of social-enterprise experience to bring meaningful, scalable change to educational travel.
