Ocean Institute Summer Camp 2025 | Kids Out and About Los Angeles

Ocean Institute Summer Camp 2025


*The event has already taken place on this date: Fri, 08/15/2025
Give your child a summer of adventure and hands-on learning with Ocean Institute’s week-long camps for ages 5 to 17 in Dana Point. Camps run Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 4 PM, from June 16 to August 15, 2025. Our week-long camps offer an immersive experience packed with excitement, discovery, and plenty of fun in the sun! From sailing on historic tall ships to exploring tide pools in marine protected areas, there’s something for every young adventurer ages 5-17. The summer kicks off with a dinosaur-themed week on June 16. REGISTRATION IS OPEN!

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Give your child a summer of adventure and hands-on learning with Ocean Institute’s week-long camps for ages 5 to 17. Camps run Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 4 PM, from June 16 to August 15, 2025.

Campers will receive a free 2025 Summer Camp Shirt and enjoy unforgettable experiences like sailing a historic tall ship, whale watching, exploring tide pools, and getting up close with sharks. Each day is packed with exciting activities that inspire curiosity, teamwork, and a love for the ocean.

Ocean Institute members at the Family Level & Above receive an automatic 10% discount on camp at checkout. If you’re not yet a member, explore our membership benefits and start saving today!

New for 2025!

To keep things fresh and exciting, we’ve introduced alternating weekly curriculums based on whether the session is an odd or even week, ensuring that campers who join for multiple sessions experience new activities each time.

Plus, we’re kicking off the summer with a special Dinosaur-Themed Week (June 16–20) across all camps! Campers will dive into prehistoric fun while still enjoying all the ocean adventures they love.

Sessions & Ages:
Sea Squirts (Ages 5-6)
Neptune’s Mysteries (Ages 6-7)
Buccaneer Adventures (Ages 7-8)
Ocean Discovery (Ages 8-9)
Shipwreck Hunters (Ages 9-11)
Coastal Explorers (Ages 11-13)

 


 Multi-Session Discount – Save More When You Book More!

Families can enjoy exclusive savings when registering a camper for multiple sessions:

  • $25 off per camp when registering for two or more sessions
  • $30 off per camp when registering for three or more sessions

The discount applies whether a camper repeats the same camp or tries different ones. To qualify, all sessions must be in the cart under the same camper’s name at checkout. (This is not a sibling discount.)

For qualifications, see our FAQ section at the bottom of the page.


 No Lunch? No Problem! – Lunch Add-On for $11/day

We’ve partnered with Coffee Importers to offer a delicious, hassle-free lunch option for campers. Choose from:

  •  Veggie Sandwich – Avocado, cucumber, sprouts, tomato, onion, carrots & hummus
  •  Roast Beef Sandwich – Lettuce, tomato, mayo & mustard (on the side)
  •  Turkey Sandwich – Lettuce, tomato, mayo & mustard (on the side)

Each meal comes with a bag of chips and fresh fruit, making it easy to fuel your camper’s adventure!


*Times, dates, and prices of any activity posted to our calendars are subject to change. Please be sure to click through directly to the organization’s website to verify.

Location:

Ocean Institute
24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr
Dana Point, CA, 92629-2723
United States

Phone:

(949) 496-2274
Contact name: 
General Information
The event has already taken place on this date: 
08/15/2025
Time: 
9:00AM - 4PM
Price: 
Sea Squirts half day (Ages 5-6): $450 Sea Squirts full day (Ages 5-6): $550 Neptune’s Mysteries (Ages 6-7): $615 Buccaneer Adventures (Ages 7-8): $595 Ocean Discovery (Ages 8-9): $595 Shipwreck Hunters (Ages 9-11): $615 Coastal Explorers (Ages 11-13): $660 Marine Science Internship Academy (Ages 14-17): $660 Counselor-in-Training Program (High School Incoming Freshman to Seniors; Interview & Application Required): $400

Ages

4-5 years 6-8 years 9-12 years Teenagers