Experience Parua Bay Serenity Camp
Escape to a haven of tranquility and fun with the Parua Bay Serenity Camp!
With 37 years of experience, the Parua Bay Serenity Camp is known for surpassing expectations. Relax and enjoy a warm and inviting environment that's perfect for families. You'll find plenty of opportunities for laughter, leisure, rest and recovery.
There are 2 AA meetings daily; then your time is free to explore everything the camp and surrounding areas have to offer.
Be sure to bring your own food, towels, toiletries, bedding, and camping gear.
Please note that pets are not allowed and the camp is entirely drug and alcohol free.
Camp Activities
There's something for everyone
Experience Total Fun
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Spend the day at Ocean Beach
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Kayak right across the road at Parua Bay
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Legendary waterslide - for the young and "older"
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Explore Whangarei falls
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Hike Mount Manaia
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New Years Eve - Catered meal option and Parua Bay's Got Talent!
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Kids activities
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Plus much, much more!
Experience Unity, Service, Recovery
There are two meetings every day and lots of opportunity to connect with other likeminded people. If you're new and don't know anyone, don't worry - we've all been there. We promise, by the end of camp you won't want to leave.
Camp Facilities
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Plenty of tent sites
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Male and female dorms
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Commercial kitchen
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Large hall, recreation, meeting areas
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Fridge and freezer facilities
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Showers and toilets
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Coin operated washing machines
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BBQs
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Kayaks*
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*A $20.00 bond is required when taking kayaks. This will be reimbursed when kayaks, paddles, and life jackets are returned to camp.
Important Rules of Camp
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NO pets allowed on campgrounds
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NO smoking or vaping allowed on campgrounds - outside property gate ok.
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NO drugs, alcohol or persons under the influence allowed
on campgrounds
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Inappropriate behaviour will not be tolerated and anyone not respecting
the Rules Of Camp may be asked to leave.
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