TATHRA WATER ACTIVITIES FIELD GUIDE
Tathra Day Camp: 7.5 Hours of Zip‑lines, Giant SUPs and Bush Cooking for 6–12‑Year‑Olds
A full-day, onsite school‑holiday program at Kianinny Bush Cottages in Tathra that combines land and water activities led by experienced outdoor educators.
Tathra Day Camp: 7.5 Hours of Zip‑lines, Giant SUPs and Bush Cooking for 6–12‑Year‑Olds.
This Day Camp is a supervised, full‑day school‑holiday program for primary‑school children aged 6–12, run onsite at Kianinny Bush Cottages in Tathra. Led by experienced Outdoor Educators, participants spend the day exploring the property and rotating through a mix of land and water activities—from a 110 m zip line to paddling on Giant SUP boards—alongside creative sessions like tie‑dye and bush cooking, with all catering provided throughout the day.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
110 m Zip Line Through the Trees
One of the signature activities is a 110‑metre zip line that gives kids a high‑energy chance to fly through the canopy under instructor supervision.
Giant SUP Boards on the Lake
Participants paddle on Giant Stand‑Up Paddle boards, enjoying guided time on the water as part of the day’s land‑and‑water program.
Tie‑Dye, Scavenger Hunts and Bush Cooking
Alongside active challenges, the program includes creative and cultural activities such as tie‑dye, scavenger hunts and bush cooking to round out a varied day.
What the day feels like
What the Day Feels Like
The Day Camp runs as a structured, instructor‑led program where children are placed in small and large age‑appropriate groups and rotate through activity stations across the property. It’s a full, facilitated day of outdoor play and skill‑based sessions on land and water—designed to balance high‑energy moments like the zip line and paddle sessions with creative and communal activities—while staff supervise meals and transitions.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this Day Camp suits — and who should check first.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Children need a day pack with a drink bottle, sunscreen (if a particular kind is required), towel, spare clothes, rain jacket, plastic bag for wet/dirty clothes, warm layer, hat, swimmers and sneakers or closed shoes (no crocs or sandals).
Any medication required during the day must be clearly labelled, handed in at check‑in to the Day Camp host, and will be stored and administered by staff as needed; medication must be collected by a parent/carer at check‑out.
Refer to the Parent Handbook on the Kianinny website under 'Day Camp' for further details and prepare to provide full child and emergency contact information when booking.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What ages can attend Day Camp?
The program is for children aged 6–12 years and participants must be primary‑school aged.
What are the drop‑off and pick‑up times?
Drop off is between 8:30am and 9:00am at Reception; the program runs from 9:00am to 3:30pm; pick up is between 3:30pm and 4:00pm at Reception.
Is food provided?
Yes—catering is provided throughout the day; any dietary requirements must be communicated at the time of booking.
How do I book and pay?
Bookings require full payment at the time of booking; online booking and merchant fees are passed on to support the booking system.
How large are the groups and what is the daily capacity?
Participants are organised into smaller groups of about 10–15 for activities, with a maximum of 35 participants each day.
What is the policy for medication and medical incidents?
All medication must be clearly labelled and handed in at check‑in; staff will administer medication as needed and provide first aid for incidents—if necessary an ambulance will be called and associated costs are the responsibility of the child’s parents.