Summer Camp 2026

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Kids camp at Central Coast Aquarium in Avila Beach, California

Camp Details

June 8th - August, 2026

  • Monday – Friday, 9:00AM – 12:30PM (*please pack a snack for your camper. Lunch will not be provided.)
  • Check-in begins at 8:50AM with camp activities beginning promptly by 9:10AM
  • Registration is open for K-3rd grade campers
  • Daily sessions will be kept to a maximum of 24 campers and two camp staff
  • Aquarium admission is included with camp registration
  • Each day will highlight a different theme through interactive labs, crafts, games, aquarium exploration, and beach time!
  • While week long attendance is preferred, single and multi-day options are available.

Calling All Ocean Detectives!

Summer Camp sessions will kick off the week of June 8th, with weekly sessions offered through the beginning of August. Sessions are provided for the following ages: 5-7 year olds, 8-10 year olds, and 11-14 year olds. Schedules and registration information will be posted by early Spring. Please check back soon for details!

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNTS (*EXTENDED!*)

  • Receive 15% off if registration is completed between January 13th – 19th
  • Receive 10% off if registration is completed between January 20th – February 2nd
Central Coast Aquarium's kids Summer Camp: JR Sea Explorers for ages 5-7

Jr. Sea Explorers

Each session will include themed games, crafts, team challenges, beach exploration, and more!

Sessions

  • Dates coming soon!

Pricing

  • Full Day Pricing (9am – 3pm): $473
  • Half Day* Pricing (9am – 12pm): $368

*Half day campers will be unable to join for afternoon beach time. We highly encourage full day attendance for the best camp experience!

Sea Explorers Summer break camp for kids 8-10 at the Central Coast Aquarium in Avila Beach, CA

Sea Explorers (ages 8-10)

Each camp session will feature a one-of-a-kind Floating Lab experience! Join us as we explore the coastal ecology of Avila Bay aboard a 55 foot sportfishing vessel. Plus guest presentations, field excursions, games, team challenges, and more!

Sessions

  • Dates coming soon!

Pricing

  • Full Day Pricing (9am – 3pm): $500
Ocean Discovery camp for kids age 11-14 at the Central Coast Aquarium in Avila Beach, California

Ocean Discovery (ages 11-14)

Our Ocean Discovery Campers are taking to the seas during a week of outdoor adventures including our one-of-a-kind Floating Lab experience, kayaking & hiking in Avila Bay, and a visit to the Harford Seafood Company* (*pending availability). Plus guest presentations, aquarium experiments, team challenges, and more!

Sessions

  • Dates coming soon!

Pricing

  • Full Day Pricing (9am – 3pm): $551

Cancelation Policy

Camp reimbursements will be distributed accordingly:

  • Please provide a minimum of a four week courtesy notice if you are unable to attend camp to receive a full refund.
  • 75% refund will be issued within three weeks of camp notice.
  • 50% refund will be issued within two weeks of camp notice.
  • 25% refund will be issued within one week of camp notice.
  • Refunds will not be administered if notice is provided less than one week before your registered camp session.

Please contact education@centralcoastaquarium.com with questions or call (805) 457-5357 x2.