Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Camps

4.6

10165 N McKinley Dr, Tampa, FL 33612

Outdoor & adventure
STEM
Sports
Academic
Art
Outdoor & adventure
STEM
Sports
Academic
Art
Boys & girls aged 5-18•Mon–Fri from 8AM–6PM•25/day & 100/week
Boys & girls aged 5-18
Mon–Fri from 8AM–6PM
25/day & 100/week

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Wild adventures, animal encounters, unforgettable summer fun

Experience wildlife up close and make friends in a safe, accredited environment! Kids enjoy unique animal experiences, thrilling rides, and hands-on learning, guided by caring staff. It's a place where curiosity, excitement, and education come together, making it a top pick for families. Campers receive a T-shirt, water bottle, and daily park admission.
Experience wildlife up close and make friends in a safe, accredited environment! Kids enjoy unique animal experiences, thrilling rides, and hands-on learning, guided by caring staff. It's a place where curiosity, excitement, and education come together, making it a top pick for families. Campers receive a T-shirt, water bottle, and daily park admission.

Location & hours

10165 N McKinley Dr, Tampa, FL 33612

Monday

8AM - 4:30PM

Tuesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Wednesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Thursday

8AM - 4:30PM

Friday

8AM - 4:30PM

Saturday

8AM - 4:30PM

Sunday

Closed

Activities

Animal encounters
behind-the-scenes tours
rides
animal conservation
crafts
games
interactive activities
zookeeper experiences
coaster physics
safari experiences
feeding animals
water park visits
splash pad activities
STEM activities
shows
educational workshops
nature exploration
team building
animal locomotion learning
cultural learning
animal care techniques
animal habitat exploration
Outdoor & adventure
STEM
Sports
Academic
Art
Animal encounters
behind-the-scenes tours
rides
animal conservation
crafts
games
interactive activities
zookeeper experiences
coaster physics
safari experiences
feeding animals
water park visits
splash pad activities
STEM activities
shows
educational workshops
nature exploration
team building
animal locomotion learning
cultural learning
animal care techniques
animal habitat exploration

Schedule

Sun
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thurs
Fri
Sat

8:00 AM

-

Schedule may vary based on day of the week or extended care.

Pricing

$85-$111

/day

$$600-$775

/week

Summer camp pricing
Member rate: $675
Non-member rate: $695
Orange County YMCA rate: $775 for 8 days/7 nights
YMCA of the Desert: $600 for one week
Day Camp (local residents, ages 6-13): July 21-25, 2025
Financial assistance is available through the Open Doors program (apply by May 9, 2025).
Pricing typically includes accommodations, meals, activities, a camp t-shirt, and sometimes transportation and a photo yearbook.
Member discounts available.
Registration for 2025 is open, but some programs are already full.
No daily drop-in option; rates are based on full sessions.
Summer camp pricing
Member rate: $675
Non-member rate: $695
Orange County YMCA rate: $775 for 8 days/7 nights
YMCA of the Desert: $600 for one week
Day Camp (local residents, ages 6-13): July 21-25, 2025
Financial assistance is available through the Open Doors program (apply by May 9, 2025).
Pricing typically includes accommodations, meals, activities, a camp t-shirt, and sometimes transportation and a photo yearbook.
Member discounts available.
Registration for 2025 is open, but some programs are already full.
No daily drop-in option; rates are based on full sessions.

Visit YMCA Camp Oakes's website for the latest and most accurate pricing info.

Additional information

Food: All meals and snacks are included in the camp fee, so you don’t have to worry about packing lunches.
Transportation is sometimes included, depending on the YMCA branch you register with.
Camp Oakes is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), ensuring high safety and program standards.
There’s a special day camp session for local residents in July.
The camp is fully co-ed and welcomes children of all backgrounds.
Financial assistance is available for qualifying families; don’t hesitate to ask about support if you need it.
Food: All meals and snacks are included in the camp fee, so you don’t have to worry about packing lunches.
Transportation is sometimes included, depending on the YMCA branch you register with.
Camp Oakes is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), ensuring high safety and program standards.
There’s a special day camp session for local residents in July.
The camp is fully co-ed and welcomes children of all backgrounds.
Financial assistance is available for qualifying families; don’t hesitate to ask about support if you need it.

Birthdays

No birthday party hosting information found

Affiliations:

YMCA, ACA

Hours of operation

Monday

8AM - 4:30PM

Tuesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Wednesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Thursday

8AM - 4:30PM

Friday

8AM - 4:30PM

Saturday

8AM - 4:30PM

Sunday

Closed

Extras

Birthdays

Food

ACA

Accessible

Food

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What people are saying

4.6
My child loved the activities and caring staff!

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