Belgium is a destination where adventure, culture and history collide. It’s a trip that you can truly customise to suit your Scouts‘ interests, whether that’s diving into heart-racing activities, exploring new cities or learning about the past. Belgium has something for everyone and, as a close-to-home destination, it’s perfect for first-time travellers!
All in Adventure
Bursting with adventure, Belgium is a one-stop shop for thrilling action. From adventure parks to theme parks, each excursion will leave you feeling exhilarated. Groups can embark on a forest adventure, racing through winding trails as they mountain bike through lush greenery or hike across the Belgian countryside. They can even take on challenging high-ropes courses that test agility, balance and courage, or soar through the sky on a zipline.
If you want to take thrill-seeking to the next level, why not visit Walibi Belgium? The water park offers the ideal mix of relaxation and epic waterslides. Experience the speed and rush as you shoot down twisting slides or unwind in the lagoons and relaxation pools.
The theme park itself makes for the ultimate fun-filled day out, with over 40 attractions guaranteed to get the adrenaline pumping for all ages. To keep the energy going, stop by one of the many restaurants offering a range of cuisines – it’s a treat for the senses!
Culture Trip
When visiting Belgium, you can take a day trip to explore the medieval cities of Brussels, Ghent and Bruges. Take in all the wonderful sights, smells and sounds these cities have to offer. Get lost in the storybook streets and witness magnificent architecture influenced by Gothic spires, ornate guild houses and centuries of rich European history.
The list of activities and excursions is endless, from canal cruises and chocolate tasting to fascinating museums. It’s a culturally enriching trip and a fantastic experience for first-time travellers looking to broaden their horizons.
History Beyond the Classroom
Belgium is steeped in poignant and powerful history that has shaped the world as we know it today. As a key location during the First World War, Belgium contains many remnants of the Great War that Scouts can witness and use to remember the fallen. Groups can walk in the footsteps of soldiers in Ypres, exploring the trenches and imagining what life was like on the front line.
The many cemeteries and memorial sites, such as Tyne Cot Cemetery and Menin Gate, give a deep emotional connection to the past, reinforcing the realities many young Scouts have learned about in the classroom.
A trip to the First World War battlefields allows groups to show their respect and take a moment to reflect on the many servicemen and women who gave their lives to shape our world today. For many Scouts, this experience can be truly eye-opening. Beyond a history lesson, it demonstrates the camaraderie between soldiers and allied troops, as well as the hope and resilience they carried with them.
Impactful trips with Venture Abroad
For each trip Venture Abroad provides, we aim to make it unforgettable for all of the right reasons. Whether you’re escaping to a Mediterranean paradise for some water sports fun or visiting a historical destination that has left its mark, each trip is filled with meaningful experiences that can inspire confidence, personal growth and interest in the world around them.
Plan a trip of a lifetime
We work closely with leaders to create amazing and impactful trips, ones that broadens horizons, introduce new cultures, and are full of pure enjoyment. If you have a destination in mind, we’d love to hear, speak to our friendly team of experts today.
