Les Diablerets
A camp for both beginners and advanced enthusiasts
Activities Survival
01 / 07 · About the trip
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Every morning: The Survival Camp is a unique program designed for young adventurers who want to learn how to adapt, problem-solve, and thrive outdoors. Campers are immersed in hands-on survival scenarios where they develop practical skills, resilience, and teamwork—while having fun in a safe and supportive environment.
In the afternoon: The adrenaline continues with group activities such as kayaking, rock climbing, football, and more, always under the supervision of our experienced guides. The camp also offers magical nights under the stars for a total immersion in nature!
02 / 07 · Day by day
The weekly programme.
Day 1
The children arrive at Chalet Budokan, meet their leaders and settle into their rooms. Phones go in the box, the leaders go through the week and the camp rules, and the first games break the ice before the welcome evening.
Survival
Day 2
Morning: building a shelter from natural materials and learning to make fire safely.
Afternoon: an activity of your choice - lake swimming, team sports, archery or a nature hike.
Evening: team challenges and strategy games.
Survival
Day 3
Morning: navigation with map and compass, and reading natural signs.
Afternoon: kayaking and water games on the lake.
Evening: a workshop on leadership, communication or creativity.
Survival Water sports
Day 4
Morning: finding and purifying water, knots and basic outdoor engineering.
Afternoon: the group hikes to an alpine lake, sets up camp and cooks together, then spends the night under the stars, weather permitting.
Survival Hiking
Day 5
Morning: team survival scenarios, where risks are weighed and decisions are made together.
Afternoon: a team sport - volleyball, basketball and more - or the chalet skatepark.
Evening: a themed night at the chalet.
Survival
Day 6
Morning: the final survival mission, in teams, using everything learned in the week.
Afternoon: the Mini Olympics put the week's skills to the test, team against team.
Evening: the farewell evening, with the week told in photos.
Survival
02 / 07 · Watch the trip
A few minutes of what a week actually looks like.
03 / 07 · Trip in depth details
The price includes all costs of the participant during the camp period, i.e. all public or private transport during the camp, food, accommodation costs, and any common group equipment (tents and any other equipment related to the activities, harness and climbing equipment).
Everything to bring is on our material list.
For Swiss participants, the meeting point for all the different sessions of the camps is at Lausanne Train Station. From Lausanne, transport is organized to the departure of the camp. Another meeting point will be organized from Geneva airport for international participants (included in the price). It is also possible to bring the participant directly at our chalets in Les Diablerets.
Location of the Junior Camp: Chalet Budokan, Les Diablerets (Vaud, Switzerland).
Les Diablerets: Located in the Swiss Alps, Les Diablerets is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Campers enjoy the unique opportunity to bike, hike and participate in thrilling sports in a breathtaking setting. Ski resort in winter and in summer full of things to do!
We believe in bringing together an international community, which is why the languages spoken at the camp are French and English, which is what we have seen from our past experience and the huge benefit of mixing Francophones and Anglophones and learning from both groups.
The Color Team System: A Summer-Long Friendly Competition
All campers are divided into three color groups, creating a strong sense of belonging and teamwork. Throughout the week and across the entire summer teams earn points through:
This friendly competition adds excitement to daily activities and connects campers across different weeks, making them part of a larger Young Explorers Club summer adventure.
Holistic Development: Our camp focuses on the physical, social, and personal growth of each camper, creating fulfilled individuals.
Safety first: The safety of our campers is our top priority. We maintain high safety standards throughout all activities, ensuring a worry-free experience for parents.
Fun & Friendship: Our camp fosters a sense of camaraderie, creating an environment where lasting friendships are made.
We believe in human-to-human interaction: write to us via our contact methods (https://youngexplorersclub.ch/contact/) and schedule a call or meeting with one of our employees. We will be happy to answer any doubts or questions you may have. Or find the list of all frequently asked questions on FAQs.
04 / 07 · Where we stay
Chalet Budokan (Les Diablerets, Switzerland) offers the ideal setting for an adventure-filled summer camp. Designed with comfort and adventure in mind, this traditional Swiss chalet offers comfortable accommodation with modern facilities, guaranteeing a relaxing and welcoming retreat after days of outdoor adventure.
An alpine experience in comfort: Campers at Chalet Budokan discover a spacious chalet with 4, 6 and 8 bed rooms with a skatepark and indoor cinema.
05 / 07 · Safety & philosophy
At Young Explorers Club, safety comes first in everything we do outdoors. We keep strict measures in place so that every child, whatever their age, feels safe throughout their stay:
06 / 07 · What families say
Amazing Summer Experience!
My daughter (17 years old) had an unforgettable two weeks with Young Explorers Club — biking through the Alps and camping at Budoken. two weeks of pure adventure, growth, and joy! The Bike Through the Alps week was breathtaking. She came back stronger, more confident, and full of stories about stunning trails, supportive guides, and the thrill of conquering new terrain. It was the perfect blend of challenge and fun.
This is the best camp in Switzerland!! Real adventure and amazing places for the kids to explore!
vielen Dank, dass Sie dieses Sommercamp ermöglichen! Unsere Kinder sind voller neuer Eindrücke und Begeisterung nach Hause gekommen – gestärkt, gewachsen und mit vielen schönen Erinnerungen, die sie noch lange begleiten werden.
Ein ganz besonderes Dankeschön gilt Dominique, die unsere Kinder liebevoll getröstet hat, wenn es einmal schwierig war, und uns stets informiert hat, wenn etwas gewesen ist. Das hat uns sehr viel Sicherheit gegeben und war für die Kinder ein großer Halt.
My sons had the BEST time of their lives at Ylung Explorer Camp!
From the moment they arrived, it was non-stop adventure. They made tons of new friends, gained confidence, and genuinely didn’t want to leave they were begging to stay longer! As a parent, it was amazing to see them so energized, happy, and challenged in all the right ways. The staff were fantastic, super friendly, and clearly passionate about giving kids a summer they’ll never forget.
If you’re even thinking about sending your kids here DO IT. Worth every penny. We’re already signing up for next summer!
Nature, diversity, and adventure are what define this summer camp. Many of the parents agreed with us that most of the negative comments about this campus are due to some parents' inability to properly educate their children, leading them to become very dependent on their parents. It's a bit ironic that these same parents take their children to a place where they learn to be self-sufficient and yet still criticize, unaware that their child would have received a better education here than at home.
Je suis super content de tout ce que mon fils m’a raconté sur son expérience au Young Explorer Club. Il a adoré le camping et il m’a dit que la nourriture était très bonne. Il m’a raconté que la via ferrata, c’était génial, il s’est bien amusé à grimper et à admirer la vue.
Il m’a dit que les moniteurs sont tous très sympas, mais que Wally est spécial parce qu’il est très proche des enfants et toujours attentif à eux. Mon fils m’a dit que Wally les a beaucoup aidés et que grâce à lui tout était plus fun et sûr.
Quand ils sont rentrés à la maison ils étaient très contents. Mon fils m’a expliqué que cette expérience l’a beaucoup aidé à devenir plus responsable et à mieux s’organiser parce qu’ils sont très stricts avec les horaires, mais ça leur fait du bien.
Il m’a aussi raconté que le foot c’était incroyable, que Wally a organisé un tournoi qu’ils ont adoré et qu’il a marqué un but décisif dont il est très fier.
Sans aucun doute on referait l’expérience parce que c’est super positif et mon fils me demande déjà de ne pas rater ça l’année prochaine.
Everything in one PDF: the programme, what to pack, travel and practical details.
07 / 07 · Availability
Every week is the same programme, and each has its own price. Stay one week, or several in a row.
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