Ocean Institute Summer Camp
4.7
|
24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point, CA 92629
An immersive marine experience awaits, transforming curious kids into budding scientists and ocean advocates. Campers will enjoy hands-on learning with marine biologists in a waterfront setting. Activities include exploring tide pools, sailing on tall ships, and conducting scientific investigations. Programs are age-appropriate, with small groups ensuring personalized attention. Days are well-structured with a consistent schedule.
An immersive marine experience awaits, transforming curious kids into budding scientists and ocean advocates. Campers will enjoy hands-on learning with marine biologists in a waterfront setting. Activities include exploring tide pools, sailing on tall ships, and conducting scientific investigations. Programs are age-appropriate, with small groups ensuring personalized attention. Days are well-structured with a consistent schedule.
An immersive marine experience awaits, transforming curious kids into budding scientists and ocean advocates. Campers will enjoy hands-on learning with marine biologists in a waterfront setting. Activities include exploring tide pools, sailing on tall ships, and conducting scientific investigations. Programs are age-appropriate, with small groups ensuring personalized attention. Days are well-structured with a consistent schedule.
About Ocean Institute Summer Camp
About Ocean Institute Summer Camp
Ocean adventures that spark scientific curiosity
Outdoor & adventure
STEM
Academic
Philosophy: The Ocean Institute offers a truly immersive marine experience that transforms curious kids into budding marine scientists and ocean advocates. Located right on the Dana Point Harbor, campers enjoy hands-on learning with real marine biologists in a spectacular waterfront setting. Your child will explore tide pools, sail on tall ships, encounter sharks, and conduct actual scientific investigations – activities they simply can't get elsewhere.
The camp's age-appropriate programs grow with your child, from fun Sea Squirts adventures for the youngest explorers to resume-building internships for teens. With small group sizes and expert educators, each camper receives personalized attention while developing a deeper connection to our ocean planet.
Parents appreciate the well-structured days packed with educational adventures, the consistent 9am-4pm schedule, and the peace of mind knowing their children are having meaningful experiences rather than just being entertained. Many families return year after year because the alternating weekly curriculums ensure fresh activities each time. If you want your child's summer to be filled with discovery, wonder, and the joy of scientific exploration, the Ocean Institute delivers an unforgettable experience.
Philosophy: The Ocean Institute offers a truly immersive marine experience that transforms curious kids into budding marine scientists and ocean advocates. Located right on the Dana Point Harbor, campers enjoy hands-on learning with real marine biologists in a spectacular waterfront setting. Your child will explore tide pools, sail on tall ships, encounter sharks, and conduct actual scientific investigations – activities they simply can't get elsewhere.
The camp's age-appropriate programs grow with your child, from fun Sea Squirts adventures for the youngest explorers to resume-building internships for teens. With small group sizes and expert educators, each camper receives personalized attention while developing a deeper connection to our ocean planet.
Parents appreciate the well-structured days packed with educational adventures, the consistent 9am-4pm schedule, and the peace of mind knowing their children are having meaningful experiences rather than just being entertained. Many families return year after year because the alternating weekly curriculums ensure fresh activities each time. If you want your child's summer to be filled with discovery, wonder, and the joy of scientific exploration, the Ocean Institute delivers an unforgettable experience.
Philosophy: The Ocean Institute offers a truly immersive marine experience that transforms curious kids into budding marine scientists and ocean advocates. Located right on the Dana Point Harbor, campers enjoy hands-on learning with real marine biologists in a spectacular waterfront setting. Your child will explore tide pools, sail on tall ships, encounter sharks, and conduct actual scientific investigations – activities they simply can't get elsewhere.
The camp's age-appropriate programs grow with your child, from fun Sea Squirts adventures for the youngest explorers to resume-building internships for teens. With small group sizes and expert educators, each camper receives personalized attention while developing a deeper connection to our ocean planet.
Parents appreciate the well-structured days packed with educational adventures, the consistent 9am-4pm schedule, and the peace of mind knowing their children are having meaningful experiences rather than just being entertained. Many families return year after year because the alternating weekly curriculums ensure fresh activities each time. If you want your child's summer to be filled with discovery, wonder, and the joy of scientific exploration, the Ocean Institute delivers an unforgettable experience.
Ages:
5
-
17
years old
Pricing:
$82
/day
$410
/week
Camp sessions & schedule
Camp sessions & schedule
The Ocean Institute offers a truly immersive marine experience that transforms curious kids into budding marine scientists and ocean advocates. Located right on the Dana Point Harbor, campers enjoy hands-on learning with real marine biologists in a spectacular waterfront setting. Your child will explore tide pools, sail on tall ships, encounter sharks, and conduct actual scientific investigations – activities they simply can't get elsewhere.
The camp's age-appropriate programs grow with your child, from fun Sea Squirts adventures for the youngest explorers to resume-building internships for teens. With small group sizes and expert educators, each camper receives personalized attention while developing a deeper connection to our ocean planet.
Parents appreciate the well-structured days packed with educational adventures, the consistent 9am-4pm schedule, and the peace of mind knowing their children are having meaningful experiences rather than just being entertained. Many families return year after year because the alternating weekly curriculums ensure fresh activities each time. If you want your child's summer to be filled with discovery, wonder, and the joy of scientific exploration, the Ocean Institute delivers an unforgettable experience.
The Ocean Institute offers a truly immersive marine experience that transforms curious kids into budding marine scientists and ocean advocates. Located right on the Dana Point Harbor, campers enjoy hands-on learning with real marine biologists in a spectacular waterfront setting. Your child will explore tide pools, sail on tall ships, encounter sharks, and conduct actual scientific investigations – activities they simply can't get elsewhere.
The camp's age-appropriate programs grow with your child, from fun Sea Squirts adventures for the youngest explorers to resume-building internships for teens. With small group sizes and expert educators, each camper receives personalized attention while developing a deeper connection to our ocean planet.
Parents appreciate the well-structured days packed with educational adventures, the consistent 9am-4pm schedule, and the peace of mind knowing their children are having meaningful experiences rather than just being entertained. Many families return year after year because the alternating weekly curriculums ensure fresh activities each time. If you want your child's summer to be filled with discovery, wonder, and the joy of scientific exploration, the Ocean Institute delivers an unforgettable experience.
The Ocean Institute offers a truly immersive marine experience that transforms curious kids into budding marine scientists and ocean advocates. Located right on the Dana Point Harbor, campers enjoy hands-on learning with real marine biologists in a spectacular waterfront setting. Your child will explore tide pools, sail on tall ships, encounter sharks, and conduct actual scientific investigations – activities they simply can't get elsewhere.
The camp's age-appropriate programs grow with your child, from fun Sea Squirts adventures for the youngest explorers to resume-building internships for teens. With small group sizes and expert educators, each camper receives personalized attention while developing a deeper connection to our ocean planet.
Parents appreciate the well-structured days packed with educational adventures, the consistent 9am-4pm schedule, and the peace of mind knowing their children are having meaningful experiences rather than just being entertained. Many families return year after year because the alternating weekly curriculums ensure fresh activities each time. If you want your child's summer to be filled with discovery, wonder, and the joy of scientific exploration, the Ocean Institute delivers an unforgettable experience.
Boys & girls aged 5-17•Mon–Fri from 9AM–4PM•25/day & 100/week
Week-long camps run Monday–Friday, 9am–4pm, from June 16 to August 15, 2025. Pricing ranges from $410–$660 per week, depending on the camp and age group. Daily rate calculated from lowest weekly price ($410/5 days = $82/day).
Ocean Institute members at Family level and above receive a 10% discount on camp prices. Early registration opens for members. Campers receive a free camp shirt.
No sibling discounts or extended hours listed. Registration required; spots fill quickly.
Special themed weeks and alternating weekly curriculums. Transfers after registration incur a $40 fee. No refunds for retroactive membership discounts.
Week-long camps run Monday–Friday, 9am–4pm, from June 16 to August 15, 2025. Pricing ranges from $410–$660 per week, depending on the camp and age group. Daily rate calculated from lowest weekly price ($410/5 days = $82/day).
Ocean Institute members at Family level and above receive a 10% discount on camp prices. Early registration opens for members. Campers receive a free camp shirt.
No sibling discounts or extended hours listed. Registration required; spots fill quickly.
Special themed weeks and alternating weekly curriculums. Transfers after registration incur a $40 fee. No refunds for retroactive membership discounts.
Week-long camps run Monday–Friday, 9am–4pm, from June 16 to August 15, 2025. Pricing ranges from $410–$660 per week, depending on the camp and age group. Daily rate calculated from lowest weekly price ($410/5 days = $82/day).
Ocean Institute members at Family level and above receive a 10% discount on camp prices. Early registration opens for members. Campers receive a free camp shirt.
No sibling discounts or extended hours listed. Registration required; spots fill quickly.
Special themed weeks and alternating weekly curriculums. Transfers after registration incur a $40 fee. No refunds for retroactive membership discounts.
Activities & amenities
Activities & amenities
Campers enjoy a wide range of activities. Daily themes often include:
Marine biology
Tall ship sailing
Whale watching
Tide pooling
Shark encounters
Science labs
Animal dissections
Kayaking
Fishing
Plankton observation
ROV piloting
Nautical navigation
Fossil exploration
Crafts
Games
Team building
Animal husbandry
Career exploration
Resume building
Leadership training
Cover letter writing
Intertidal ecology
Laboratory investigations
Maritime history
Coastal exploration
Habitat studies
Biodiversity studies
Watershed exploration
Ancient ocean studies
High seas adventure
Shipwreck investigation
The Ocean Institute offers a truly immersive marine experience that transforms curious kids into budding marine scientists and ocean advocates. Located right on the Dana Point Harbor, campers enjoy hands-on learning with real marine biologists in a spectacular waterfront setting. Your child will explore tide pools, sail on tall ships, encounter sharks, and conduct actual scientific investigations – activities they simply can't get elsewhere.
The camp's age-appropriate programs grow with your child, from fun Sea Squirts adventures for the youngest explorers to resume-building internships for teens. With small group sizes and expert educators, each camper receives personalized attention while developing a deeper connection to our ocean planet.
Parents appreciate the well-structured days packed with educational adventures, the consistent 9am-4pm schedule, and the peace of mind knowing their children are having meaningful experiences rather than just being entertained. Many families return year after year because the alternating weekly curriculums ensure fresh activities each time. If you want your child's summer to be filled with discovery, wonder, and the joy of scientific exploration, the Ocean Institute delivers an unforgettable experience.
The Ocean Institute offers a truly immersive marine experience that transforms curious kids into budding marine scientists and ocean advocates. Located right on the Dana Point Harbor, campers enjoy hands-on learning with real marine biologists in a spectacular waterfront setting. Your child will explore tide pools, sail on tall ships, encounter sharks, and conduct actual scientific investigations – activities they simply can't get elsewhere.
The camp's age-appropriate programs grow with your child, from fun Sea Squirts adventures for the youngest explorers to resume-building internships for teens. With small group sizes and expert educators, each camper receives personalized attention while developing a deeper connection to our ocean planet.
Parents appreciate the well-structured days packed with educational adventures, the consistent 9am-4pm schedule, and the peace of mind knowing their children are having meaningful experiences rather than just being entertained. Many families return year after year because the alternating weekly curriculums ensure fresh activities each time. If you want your child's summer to be filled with discovery, wonder, and the joy of scientific exploration, the Ocean Institute delivers an unforgettable experience.
The Ocean Institute offers a truly immersive marine experience that transforms curious kids into budding marine scientists and ocean advocates. Located right on the Dana Point Harbor, campers enjoy hands-on learning with real marine biologists in a spectacular waterfront setting. Your child will explore tide pools, sail on tall ships, encounter sharks, and conduct actual scientific investigations – activities they simply can't get elsewhere.
The camp's age-appropriate programs grow with your child, from fun Sea Squirts adventures for the youngest explorers to resume-building internships for teens. With small group sizes and expert educators, each camper receives personalized attention while developing a deeper connection to our ocean planet.
Parents appreciate the well-structured days packed with educational adventures, the consistent 9am-4pm schedule, and the peace of mind knowing their children are having meaningful experiences rather than just being entertained. Many families return year after year because the alternating weekly curriculums ensure fresh activities each time. If you want your child's summer to be filled with discovery, wonder, and the joy of scientific exploration, the Ocean Institute delivers an unforgettable experience.
Birthdays:
Yes, birthday parties available for ages 1–14
What people are saying
4.7
My child loved the activities and caring staff!
Location
24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point, CA 92629
Additional info
Additional info
Food: Campers must bring their own lunch and snacks daily. No meal service is provided.
Registration: Registration for summer 2025 opens in early March for Ocean Institute members and mid-March for non-members. Camps typically fill quickly, especially for popular age groups.
What to Bring: Campers should bring a water bottle, sunscreen, hat, closed-toe shoes, and weather-appropriate clothing. For water activities, bring a towel and change of clothes.
Camp T-shirt: Each camper receives a free camp T-shirt with registration.
Cancellation Policy: Full refunds available up to 14 days before camp start date, minus a $40 processing fee. No refunds for cancellations less than 14 days before camp.
Weather Contingencies: All camps run rain or shine with indoor alternatives for outdoor activities during inclement weather.
Staff Qualifications: All camp counselors have backgrounds in marine science or education and undergo extensive training in safety protocols and marine education.
Food: Campers must bring their own lunch and snacks daily. No meal service is provided.
Registration: Registration for summer 2025 opens in early March for Ocean Institute members and mid-March for non-members. Camps typically fill quickly, especially for popular age groups.
What to Bring: Campers should bring a water bottle, sunscreen, hat, closed-toe shoes, and weather-appropriate clothing. For water activities, bring a towel and change of clothes.
Camp T-shirt: Each camper receives a free camp T-shirt with registration.
Cancellation Policy: Full refunds available up to 14 days before camp start date, minus a $40 processing fee. No refunds for cancellations less than 14 days before camp.
Weather Contingencies: All camps run rain or shine with indoor alternatives for outdoor activities during inclement weather.
Staff Qualifications: All camp counselors have backgrounds in marine science or education and undergo extensive training in safety protocols and marine education.
Food: Campers must bring their own lunch and snacks daily. No meal service is provided.
Registration: Registration for summer 2025 opens in early March for Ocean Institute members and mid-March for non-members. Camps typically fill quickly, especially for popular age groups.
What to Bring: Campers should bring a water bottle, sunscreen, hat, closed-toe shoes, and weather-appropriate clothing. For water activities, bring a towel and change of clothes.
Camp T-shirt: Each camper receives a free camp T-shirt with registration.
Cancellation Policy: Full refunds available up to 14 days before camp start date, minus a $40 processing fee. No refunds for cancellations less than 14 days before camp.
Weather Contingencies: All camps run rain or shine with indoor alternatives for outdoor activities during inclement weather.
Staff Qualifications: All camp counselors have backgrounds in marine science or education and undergo extensive training in safety protocols and marine education.
Health & safety
Health & safety
Affiliations: ADA
Special needs
Special needs
The Ocean Institute offers a truly immersive marine experience that transforms curious kids into budding marine scientists and ocean advocates. Located right on the Dana Point Harbor, campers enjoy hands-on learning with real marine biologists in a spectacular waterfront setting. Your child will explore tide pools, sail on tall ships, encounter sharks, and conduct actual scientific investigations – activities they simply can't get elsewhere.
The camp's age-appropriate programs grow with your child, from fun Sea Squirts adventures for the youngest explorers to resume-building internships for teens. With small group sizes and expert educators, each camper receives personalized attention while developing a deeper connection to our ocean planet.
Parents appreciate the well-structured days packed with educational adventures, the consistent 9am-4pm schedule, and the peace of mind knowing their children are having meaningful experiences rather than just being entertained. Many families return year after year because the alternating weekly curriculums ensure fresh activities each time. If you want your child's summer to be filled with discovery, wonder, and the joy of scientific exploration, the Ocean Institute delivers an unforgettable experience.
The Ocean Institute offers a truly immersive marine experience that transforms curious kids into budding marine scientists and ocean advocates. Located right on the Dana Point Harbor, campers enjoy hands-on learning with real marine biologists in a spectacular waterfront setting. Your child will explore tide pools, sail on tall ships, encounter sharks, and conduct actual scientific investigations – activities they simply can't get elsewhere.
The camp's age-appropriate programs grow with your child, from fun Sea Squirts adventures for the youngest explorers to resume-building internships for teens. With small group sizes and expert educators, each camper receives personalized attention while developing a deeper connection to our ocean planet.
Parents appreciate the well-structured days packed with educational adventures, the consistent 9am-4pm schedule, and the peace of mind knowing their children are having meaningful experiences rather than just being entertained. Many families return year after year because the alternating weekly curriculums ensure fresh activities each time. If you want your child's summer to be filled with discovery, wonder, and the joy of scientific exploration, the Ocean Institute delivers an unforgettable experience.
The Ocean Institute offers a truly immersive marine experience that transforms curious kids into budding marine scientists and ocean advocates. Located right on the Dana Point Harbor, campers enjoy hands-on learning with real marine biologists in a spectacular waterfront setting. Your child will explore tide pools, sail on tall ships, encounter sharks, and conduct actual scientific investigations – activities they simply can't get elsewhere.
The camp's age-appropriate programs grow with your child, from fun Sea Squirts adventures for the youngest explorers to resume-building internships for teens. With small group sizes and expert educators, each camper receives personalized attention while developing a deeper connection to our ocean planet.
Parents appreciate the well-structured days packed with educational adventures, the consistent 9am-4pm schedule, and the peace of mind knowing their children are having meaningful experiences rather than just being entertained. Many families return year after year because the alternating weekly curriculums ensure fresh activities each time. If you want your child's summer to be filled with discovery, wonder, and the joy of scientific exploration, the Ocean Institute delivers an unforgettable experience.
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