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Our team at MSG have spent a great amount of time and attention crafting unique netball tour packages for teams across all skill levels and age groups. 

Combining focused training with competitive play against touring teams, as well as plenty of opportunities for fun and relaxation away from the court, our girls’ sport packages are created, tailored and operated by our female operations team who understand all requirements of a busy itinerary. 

Few true team sports can match the fast, energetic pace of netball. It’s also fair to say the game is equally renowned for good times and sunshine, which is why our destination portfolio focuses on many of the warmest, most idyllic locations across Europe and the rest of the world.  What’s not to love about playing this wonderful game in Barbados, Dubai, Malta or the sunshine of Cyprus? 

Netball tours to the USA

Take your team on a netball tour to America to experience arguably our most exciting set of itineraries for touring sports groups.

From Florida’s Space Coast to California’s Pacific Coast Highway, everything in between across its 48 contiguous states offers something truly unique. From big city New York to Yosemite National Park, the most iconic sights and highlights of this welcoming country can feature in your tour itinerary.

The US offers many touring options thanks to airlines’ coverage of major airport hubs. As a British Airways Preferred Partner, our tours allow groups to arrive and exit from different cities across the airline’s network, bringing multiple cities together in one travel schedule.

With no shortage of hotel options, excursions and landmarks to tick off, no matter where you go an enthusiastic welcome is guaranteed both on and off the playing field.

The rapid development of Netball America, and thriving membership in key states, suggests there is no better time to blaze a trail and be pioneers in helping another country expand its netball development through matches against established touring nations. Georgia and Florida are making huge strides in team creation, with California following suit at a similar pace.

Taking your team on a netball tour to the USA guarantees one thing and that’s enthusiasm and hospitality from your opposition. Expect to be well received both on and off the court as part of an itinerary that fuses sightseeing of iconic cities to incredible destinations.

Be part of this exciting journey and make a difference on your next netball tour.

We recommend:
Easter: California, Florida,
May: New York, California & Georgia
Summer: Off-season
October: Florida, Georgia and North/South Carolina

Case Studies

Netball tours to South Africa

Our netball tours to South Africa offer an array of exciting excursions and match venues to create the perfect destination for teams seeking an overseas adventure.

South African netball will put your skills to the test in every encounter. Height and agility appear in abundance in every opposing team, a sure sign that your offence and defense will need to be sharp in every training session to prepare for each touring fixture.

Is there a better land for R&R activities? From an overnight safari to visiting a cheetah sanctuary, the adrenalin continues to pump as you explore the provinces, each competing for innovation and sheer value for money. Every tourist loves visiting the exciting cities of Durban, Pretoria and Cape Town and you’ll seldom want to return home from a netball tour to South Africa.

When to visit South Africa? Netball season is played indoors and outdoors during April to October, perfect touring time during those long summer holidays.

Excursions

Addo Elephant Park

Robben Island

Safari

Ostrich Farm

Surfing with Waves4Change

Cheetah Outreach

Case Studies

"The boys (and the staff!) had a great time and have taken away many fantastic memories. Your involvement and work was key to that – so a big thanks. “

"From the moment we leave it is “special”. Boys felt special the whole time and it was great to be doing stuff the other groups didn’t seem to do. Accommodation was great and the people of SA even better. There was a great pace to the tour being busy most of the time!"

Warwick School

Warwick school on rugby tour

Learning Objectives

Other sports
in South Africa

Netball Tours to Canada

Take your team on a netball tour to Canada for the ultimate all-round travel experience.

Known for its beautiful scenery and bustling cities, Canada is one of the most welcoming and diverse countries in the world. Home to nearly 40 million people and ten provinces, this multicultural environment embraces tourists across its breadth of cities from Halifax in Nova Scotia through to British Columbia’s Vancouver Island.

More affordable than the USA and with some of the highest living standards in the world, Canada provides a safe but thrilling adventure for all ages thanks in part to excellent flight links from several UK airports.

With so much to see and do, it’s remiss to limit your time in-country to less than ten days. Competitively priced hotels, affordable attractions and a generous spring and summer climate all combine to enhance the country’s reputation as THE go-to long haul netball tour for clubs, schools and universities.

When to visit Canada? Netball tours to Canada are available year-round.

Touring
Options

Toronto and Niagara Falls

Our most popular tours incorporate Ontario’s Toronto and Niagara Falls, just a 7-hour flight from London.  Experience the iconic CN Tower, traverse Toronto’s many waterfront attractions, catch a Blue Jays ‘ball game at the Skydome and finish up with seeing one of the wonders of the world on a boat trip to Niagara Falls. 

Ottawa, Montreal and Quebec

With a little extra time and budget, tag on the capital – Ottawa – and French-speaking Montreal in the Quebec province to extend your experience in the eastern regions.  A favourite activity for our regular touring teams incorporates an overnight stay at a wilderness lodge inclusive of white-water rafting and river-side BBQ dinners.   

Alberta

For the Rocky Mountain experience, consider exploring Alberta.  Cities such as Edmonton and Calgary flank the majestic mountain range with the ski resort of Banff enticing groups in the warmer months.  Raft the Kananaskis River, soak in the thermal pools and appreciate the beauty via gondola to the town’s highest peak. 

Vancouver and Victoria

A little further via air sits Vancouver and Victoria – the capital of British Columbia – located on Vancouver Island.  Its coastal location offers whale watching opportunities, Grouse Mountain’s views of the Pacific and the unique Capilano Suspension Bridge.  Extend your tour with stays in Whistler Village or with a USA side trip to Seattle. 

Case Studies

What was your highlight or #magicalmoment on tour?
"Building bridges with other clubs in a totally different country. Our Super Saturday was pretty spectacular too. Capilano, Grouse Mountain, Bike ride and beach stop on Stanley Park and the fireworks. Perfect 👌🏻"

Dyffryn Taf

Dyffryn Taf rugby image in Canada on tour

Learning Objectives

"‘The facilities in the sports camp were just what we needed to encourage team bonding. Loutraki Sports Camp went over and above to help us (even going as far as washing and drying our clothes when we were caught in a downpour.) The trip really opened the girl’s minds to what a sports tour is about and how it is more than just playing netball. Our day in Athens was amazing especially seeing where the Olympics as created. I am looking forward to planning our next tour in the very near future. “

PE Teacher, Mrs Head – Rydal Penrhos School

Rydal Penrhos, Netball Tours to Greece 2016

Other sports
in Canada

Netball tours to the UK

MSG’s netball tours to UK offer visiting teams a high standard of netball and a whole variety of rich cultural experiences. In the UK, your netball team will have a trip that is memorable for far more than the games they play.

Groups looking for a netball tour will have their expectations surpassed with the sport and culture that the UK has to offer.

On court, the netball clubs across the country offer visiting teams a warm welcome on their netball tour. With netball being extremely popular in the UK that promotes its own elite domestic league, a competitive match will await your group.

When to visit the UK? The UK is the perfect destination for your netball tour and MSG Tours can organise your tour to fall in line with your netball season.

Excursions

Visit a theme park such as Alton Towers or Thorpe Park

Sightseeing in London

Chester Zoo

Bowling

Hikes in national parks

Visit historical cities such as York & Bath

Case Studies

"Our weekend visit to Derby was very good for our u18s team. Jen’s recommendation of “The club house” as a venue for a few hours on the Saturday was spot on and paint balling was fun too! Can’t think where this trip could have been improved.“

Tondu RFC

Group Picture- paintball

Learning Objectives

"‘The facilities in the sports camp were just what we needed to encourage team bonding. Loutraki Sports Camp went over and above to help us (even going as far as washing and drying our clothes when we were caught in a downpour.) The trip really opened the girl’s minds to what a sports tour is about and how it is more than just playing netball. Our day in Athens was amazing especially seeing where the Olympics as created. I am looking forward to planning our next tour in the very near future. “

PE Teacher, Mrs Head – Rydal Penrhos School

Rydal Penrhos, Netball Tours to Greece 2016

Other sports
in the UK

Netball tours to Barbados

Embarking on a netball tour to this Caribbean Island is possibly the most enjoyable and testing environment one can experience. Every girl plays the game religiously in schools, most evenings and weekends where skills are refined in idyllic outdoor conditions. Consistently qualifying for the World Cup and placing within the top 12 at all Commonwealth Games proves Barbados as a force to be reckoned with.

Relax between games on Dover Beach where an impromptu game of volleyball with the locals is a common sight at weekends. The Tiami Catamaran Cruise, Island Jeep Safari and visit to The Mount Gay Rum factory cap off our incredible trip to Barbados for your team.

Netball tours to Barbados can be doubled up with St Lucia to create a twin-country trip. With a short one-hour flight between the islands, it would be a shame not to visit another part of the West Indies to enhance your netball experience. Airlines such as British Airways and Virgin Atlantic operate to both islands, helping an itinerary flow without double-backing to your original entry point.

When to visit Barbados? You may visit Barbados all year round to compete against local teams. Easter and summer school holidays are particularly popular with school touring sides.

Excursions

Atlantis Submarines

Banks’ Brewery Tour

Island Jeep Safari

Visit the beaches

Tour of the Kensington Oval

Tiami Catamaran Cruise

Case Studies

Learning Objectives

"‘The facilities in the sports camp were just what we needed to encourage team bonding. Loutraki Sports Camp went over and above to help us (even going as far as washing and drying our clothes when we were caught in a downpour.) The trip really opened the girl’s minds to what a sports tour is about and how it is more than just playing netball. Our day in Athens was amazing especially seeing where the Olympics as created. I am looking forward to planning our next tour in the very near future. “

PE Teacher, Mrs Head – Rydal Penrhos School

Rydal Penrhos, Netball Tours to Greece 2016

Other sports
in Barbados

Netball tours to Saint Lucia

Our tours to St Lucia are often deemed the perfect netball tour destination. We offer matches against local teams that are often closer in scoreline than their Caribbean counterparts such as Jamaica and Barbados.

Matches against touring teams to St Lucia are rare and thus create an exciting spectacle for all hosting sides. The post-match get together will be as exciting as the game itself as cultures meet to discuss both the game and common interests.

With resort accommodation, featuring a swimming pool and doorstep beach, R&R is all about relaxing and sunbathing when not competing or taking in one of our exciting excursions.

Netball tours to St Lucia can be doubled up with Barbados to create a twin country trip. With a short one hour flight between the islands, it would be a shame not to visit another part of the West Indies to enhance your netball tour. Airlines, including British Airways and Virgin Atlantic, operate to both islands, helping an itinerary flow without double-backing to your original entry point.

When to visit Saint Lucia? Netball in St Lucia is played all year round, making it suitable for all half term school holidays.

Excursions

Jeep Safari

Sulphur Springs

Tranopy Tour

Visit the beaches

Pigeon Island

Climb Gros Piton

Case Studies

Learning Objectives

"‘The facilities in the sports camp were just what we needed to encourage team bonding. Loutraki Sports Camp went over and above to help us (even going as far as washing and drying our clothes when we were caught in a downpour.) The trip really opened the girl’s minds to what a sports tour is about and how it is more than just playing netball. Our day in Athens was amazing especially seeing where the Olympics as created. I am looking forward to planning our next tour in the very near future. “

PE Teacher, Mrs Head – Rydal Penrhos School

Rydal Penrhos, Netball Tours to Greece 2016

Other sports
in Saint Lucia

Netball tours to the UAE

With low air fares tempting tourists to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) it’s little wonder that Dubai and Abu Dhabi have invested millions of Dirhams into its sporting infrastructure. The results are outstanding with dozens of high-class playing fields, arenas and stadia hosting matches for teams of all ages.

The summer temperatures exclude July and August as viable touring months for netball tours yet that doesn’t prevent you stopping off for a few days as part of a longer haul trip to Asia or Oceania.

Netball tours to Dubai and Abu Dhabi incorporate both Emirates and visits to the Dubai Sports City where students can tour the impressive facilities. Matches are played against local schools usually early in the morning or mid ­evenings when temperatures are a little cooler.

An unmatched array of first-class hotels, cultural sightseeing and exciting excursions per square mile than any other destination in our portfolio makes Dubai and Abu Dhabi an attractive option for your next school sports tour.

When to visit the UAE? Netball season in the UAE is year-long thanks to the amazing new indoor facilities. Popular netball tour months range from January – May.

Excursions

Abu Dhabi F1 Racetrack

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

Big Bus Tour

Wild Wadi Water Park

Desert Safari

At The Top, Burj Khalifa

Case Studies

Learning Objectives

"‘The facilities in the sports camp were just what we needed to encourage team bonding. Loutraki Sports Camp went over and above to help us (even going as far as washing and drying our clothes when we were caught in a downpour.) The trip really opened the girl’s minds to what a sports tour is about and how it is more than just playing netball. Our day in Athens was amazing especially seeing where the Olympics as created. I am looking forward to planning our next tour in the very near future. “

PE Teacher, Mrs Head – Rydal Penrhos School

Rydal Penrhos, Netball Tours to Greece 2016

Other sports
in the UAE

Netball tours to Greece

MSG’s netball tours to Greece offer visiting teams a developing standard of netball and a whole variety of rich cultural experiences.

Groups looking for a netball tour will have their expectations surpassed with the history and culture that Greece offers. The Olympic history in Athens, coupled with the views from the Acropolis and spectacular landscape at the Heraion Lake will make your MSG Tours netball tour to Greece one that won’t be forgotten in a hurry.

On court, the netball clubs across the country offer visiting teams a warm welcome on their netball tour. Whilst netball is a new sport in Greece, a competitive match will await your group through the locals’ hand-eye coordination garnered from sports such as handball, basketball and volleyball.

When to visit Greece? Greece is the perfect destination for your netball tour and MSG Tours can organise your tour to fall in line with your netball season. Climate conditions offer extensive sunshine that lasts more than 340 days a year and Sportcamp is open all year round to welcome your netball group. Games, however, are not possible in the peak summer months of July and August.

Excursions

Panathenaic Olympic Stadium

Heraion Lake and local tavern

Athens City Mall

Visit the beaches

Isthmus Canal

Acropolis

Case Studies

Learning Objectives

"‘The facilities in the sports camp were just what we needed to encourage team bonding. Loutraki Sports Camp went over and above to help us (even going as far as washing and drying our clothes when we were caught in a downpour.) The trip really opened the girl’s minds to what a sports tour is about and how it is more than just playing netball. Our day in Athens was amazing especially seeing where the Olympics as created. I am looking forward to planning our next tour in the very near future.’ “

PE Teacher, Mrs Head – Rydal Penrhos School

Rydal Penrhos, Netball Tours to Greece 2016

Other sports
in Greece

Netball tours to Malta

Known for its fortresses and temples situated on a backdrop of exquisite coastline, Malta is a historical and mythological paradise. Home to over 500,000 people from all walks of life, Malta is a multicultural environment that fosters understanding and respect for different cultures.

The locals are unforgiving on the field and take pride in bringing their best form to every encounter. Matches are played in a mix of local grounds and national stadiums adorned by the worshipped national team, notably in Dambulla when visiting the Kandy and Sigiriya regions.

There are very few destinations within Europe that can offer netball to a good standard and the Maltese facilities draw people to the country.

The number of indoor and outdoor courts demonstrates the country’s passion and enthusiasm for the game, enhanced by the regular leagues and competitions played in schools but mostly at club level. We enjoy the post-match reaction of our touring teams after coming through the sternest of tests in the warmer outdoor climes most suited to the locals.

When to visit Malta? Easter and May half terms are the ideal time for your netball tour for matches against local, national and international competition.

Excursions

Waterpark

Valetta sightseeing tour

Blue Lagoon boat cruise

Bowling

White Water Rafting

Watch a live cricket match

Case Studies

Learning Objectives

"We went out as boys and came back as men. We played rugby, displayed our talent and returned as champions. We shopped, laughed, danced and enjoyed everybody’s company. We can’t wait for the next tour."

Newbridge RFC

Newbridge RFC rugby tour to Canada

Other sports
in Malta

Netball Tours to Gibraltar

Take your team on a netball tour to Gibraltar, a popular and vibrant tourist destination at the entrance to the Mediterranean.

MSG’s netball tours to Gibraltar offer visiting teams a high standard of netball and a whole variety of rich cultural experiences. Your netball team will experience a trip that is memorable for far more than the games they play, including dolphin spotting cruises, paddleboarding and enjoying time in nearby Marbella on a day trip.

Groups looking for a netball tour will have their expectations surpassed with the sport and culture that this British Overseas Territory offers. From the breathtaking views across the Strait to North Africa to the famous Barbary macaques, Gibraltar promises to provide an extraordinary experience.

On court, the netball clubs across the country offer visiting teams a warm welcome on their netball tour. With netball being the leading and most popular female sport in Gibraltar, a competitive match will await your group.

With excellent connections by land, air and sea, it is served by an international airport with regular scheduled flights to and from London and the main cities in Britain. The weather’s always warm and the Rock is bathed in sunshine virtually the whole year round.

When to visit Gibraltar? Gibraltar is the perfect destination for your netball tour from September through to June each year.

Excursions

St Michael's Cave and Lower St Michael's Cave

Skywalk

Great Siege Tunnels

Rock of Gibraltar

Windsor Bridge

Cable Car

Case Studies

Learning Objectives

"The boys (and the staff!) had a great time and have taken away many fantastic memories. Your involvement and work was key to that – so a big thanks. “

Warwick School

Warwick school on rugby tour

Other sports
in Gibraltar

Netball tours to Cyprus

Our netball tours to Cyprus are an attractive option for teams wanting to soak up the sunshine, challenge themselves in the heat and immerse themselves in the eclectic culture that this Mediterranean destination has to offer.

There are a substantial number of international schools situated across the island that are keen to take part in matches and benefit from the expertise of touring sides. With the number of British expats well into the five-figure mark, the enthusiasm for this sport is just as strong with these students as it is back in the UK. The Cypriot people are well known for their friendly nature so be sure to encounter a warm welcome and excellent post-match hospitality.

Relax between games by touring the architectural gems of Cyprus’ rich and multicultural history, experiencing the blend of Greek, Roman and Byzantine influences on the stunning cities of Limassol and Paphos.

Relax between games by touring the architectural gems of Cyprus’ rich and multicultural history, experiencing the blend of Greek, Roman and Byzantine influences on the stunning cities of Limassol and Paphos.

When to visit Sri Lanka? Cricket tours to Sri Lanka are available year-round.

Excursions

Limassol Watermania Waterpark

Aphrodite’s Rock

Kolossi Castle and Ancient City of Amathus Tour

Visit the beaches

Half Day Trip around Paphos

Trudos Moutains Hike

Case Studies

Learning Objectives

"‘The facilities in the sports camp were just what we needed to encourage team bonding. Loutraki Sports Camp went over and above to help us (even going as far as washing and drying our clothes when we were caught in a downpour.) The trip really opened the girl’s minds to what a sports tour is about and how it is more than just playing netball. Our day in Athens was amazing especially seeing where the Olympics as created. I am looking forward to planning our next tour in the very near future. “

PE Teacher, Mrs Head – Rydal Penrhos School

Rydal Penrhos, Netball Tours to Greece 2016