Catalina Sea Camp positions itself as one of the best-value ocean adventure summer camps for kids, bundling sailing, snorkeling and scuba instruction with ACA-accredited safety oversight on Catalina Island. Demand for its 2026 sessions outpaced availability well before summer began.
CATALINA ISLAND, Calif., Aug. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sessions at Catalina Sea Camp, an ocean adventure camp on Catalina Island, sold out well before summer in 2026, prompting the camp to open its 2027 interest list ahead of Summer 2027 registration in September 2026.
How Does Catalina Sea Camp Deliver Value?
Tuition covers more than a bunk and a boat ride. Catalina Sea Camp folds gear, meals and instruction into each session so families avoid add-on surprises. Most scuba equipment, including wetsuits and dive gear, comes included. The dining hall serves three meals daily with vegetarian options and dietary accommodations.
Safety accounts for much of that value. Catalina Sea Camp holds American Camp Association accreditation and meets more than 100 health and safety standards, with a registered nurse on-site all summer. Cabin counselors oversee groups of about eight to 10 campers, while certified NAUI dive staff supervise at closer ratios, one instructor for every four campers during scuba certification and one for every eight during snorkeling.
What Activities Fill a Catalina Sea Camp Session?
No two days look alike at camp. Campers ages 8 to 17 choose from:
- Snorkeling and kayaking in protected coves at Toyon Bay
- Sailing, paddleboarding and marine biology labs
- NAUI scuba certification courses for older teens
- Campfire traditions, cabin life and classic camp activities
Younger campers join a structured one-week session, while older teens can choose a longer 2.5-week program with more independence. High return rates each summer suggest the friendships and confidence campers bring home make the investment worthwhile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The following questions address the most common questions families ask when evaluating Catalina Sea Camp for the year ahead.
What is the best value summer camp for kids?
The strongest value comes from programs that fold core gear, meals and instruction into one price, minimizing hidden costs. Catalina Sea Camp applies that model to every session.
Where is Catalina Sea Camp located?
Catalina Sea Camp operates from a private stretch of Catalina Island, roughly two miles by water from Avalon. The secluded coastal setting supports hands-on activities like snorkeling, sailing and diving throughout each session.
Who supervises campers during water activities?
Certified NAUI instructors and divemasters directly supervise diving and snorkeling activities, alongside a registered nurse on-site for the full session.
About Catalina Sea Camp
Catalina Sea Camp is an overnight ocean adventure camp on Catalina Island, California. Operated by Guided Discoveries, the program offers one-week and 2.5-week overnight sessions for campers ages 8 to 17, combining marine science education with sailing, snorkeling and scuba instruction for more than four decades. Catalina Sea Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association and staffed by certified NAUI dive professionals and lifeguard-trained counselors.
Media Contact
Shane Jones, Catalina Sea Camp, 1 (717) 928-0683, [email protected], https://catalinaseacamp.org/
SOURCE Catalina Sea Camp
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