CAMP H2O

What will my camper do this week?

• Campers will visit the different galleries each day as well as spending time in our classrooms discovering aquatic organisms. Campers may have special guest speakers, create crafts, perform experiments and so much more, each day is a new adventure! Campers will see both the Sea Lion and Dolphin presentations during the week. 

What does my camper wear and bring to camp?

• On the daily, campers should bring a packed lunch and a change of clothes. We also recommend bringing a jacket, as it is chilly throughout the Aquarium. There is no swimming during this camp. Nor do campers sit in the splash zones for presentations. Campers need to come dressed in comfortable, weather appropriate clothes each day. Open-toed shoes are not permitted.

What is included with my week of camp?

• Campers will receive a string bag, notebook, and water bottle at the beginning of the week and two snacks each day.

Will my camper be leaving the Aquarium at any point?

• Camps may go outside to the green space in between Georgia Aquarium and the World of Coke or the playgrounds at Centennial Olympic Park, weather permitting. 

How many adults will be present during camp?

• At least two Environmental Educators will be with each age group, plus any volunteers we have helping that day.

Can my camper purchase something from the gift shop?

• We do not permit campers to visit the gift shop during camp hours, however, you are welcome to bring your camper outside of camp hours if you purchase your own General Admission ticket to the Aquarium or use a membership for entry.

What if I need to change weeks of camp?

• Reach out to our call center at 404-581-4000 to check for availability for other weeks of camp! They’ll be able to assist you in moving your camper’s registration.

What is the cancellation policy?

• Cancellations may be requested at any time prior to or during camp programming. Refunds will not be issued for cancellation requests received within 2 weeks of scheduled camp date. Refunds will not be issued for no-shows or days missed from camp. To cancel, call our main phone number 404-581-4000 or send an email to hospitality@georgiaaquarium.org. Please have your order number ready.

Is there any financial assistance to pay for camp?

• Unfortunately, Georgia Aquarium does not offer any grants or funding opportunities at this time.

May I purchase my own ticket and observe or join camp?

• No, for the safety of all campers and staff, parents or guardians are not allowed to follow or attend camp.

How does drop off and pick up work?

• Drop off takes place from 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM at Georgia Aquarium’s Group Entrance. When pulling up to the Group Entrance, please place your car number in a visible spot on the dashboard. Your car number is the last four digits of your order number. We will verify campers’ names, then escort campers inside of the Aquarium. Pick up will take place from 3:30 PM to 4:00 PM at the Group Entrance. During pick up, please place your car number in a visible spot on your dashboard. Educators will come to each car to verify that the person picking up the camper is authorized to pick up. Once the driver is verified then they will wait for their camper to be escorted to their car.

Where is drop off and pickup?

• Camp pickup and drop off occurs on the corner of Baker and Luckie Street, in the Georgia Aquarium’s designated loading zone. This loading zone is across the street from a restaurant called Dos Bocas and is easily identified by the traffic cones and Group Entrance signage. Signs will also be placed on the sidewalks along Baker Street directing you to the drop off location.

What do I do if I need someone else to pick up my child from camp?

• The person must be registered as an authorized person for pickup and will receive a number that they will put on their dashboard. When registering campers, you can add authorized pickups. If you need to add additional pickups you may email the Education department at education@georgiaaquarium.org. Make sure they have their identification on them as well.

Can I pick up my camper early?

• Yes, you must let the education department know prior to the camp day by sending an email to education@georgiaaquarium.org.

Can a camper be sent home?

• Yes. Campers can be sent home if their physical or emotional state becomes hazardous to other educators and campers (see camp behavior contract). Campers sent home are not eligible for partial or full refunds.

My camper is not 5 years old yet, can they attend camp?

• Campers must be at least 5 years old by January 1st of this year to attend camp.

Do you offer before or after care services?

• No, campers must be dropped off between 8:30-9:00am and picked up between 3:30-4:00pm. Campers picked up after 4:00pm will incur a late fee.

When do I need to turn in forms?

• All forms need to be signed and turned in before your camper walks into camp on their first. Educators will be outside on the first day of carpool to ensure all forms are turned in. We recommend filling out the forms online.

What is the Camper Behavior Contract?

• Parents or guardians must have read the Camper Behavior Contract with their child and accept responsibility for his/her behavior during enrollment in camp. Your camper may be removed from an activity and/or camp if this contract is violated.

What if my camper needs to bring medication to camp?

• Please let camp staff know prior to the beginning of camp if your camper needs medication. Each morning, camp staff will collect medications and return them at the end of each day.

Lunch

• A packed lunch is required, campers will not be allowed to visit our cafe to purchase lunch. Campers will not have access to a refrigerator or microwave, please pack your camper’s lunch accordingly.

Snack

• Georgia Aquarium provides two snacks throughout the day at camp, a morning and an afternoon snack. If your camper has any allergies, we recommend that they bring their own allergy friendly snacks. 

Nuts

• Snacks and lunches containing any nuts are not permitted.

What happens if the week of camp I want to sign up for is full?

• In order to keep everyone safe, we have capacity limits for each camp. Please check availability for a different camp week.

Is each week the same camp?

• We are offering 2 different camp themes per age group. One in June and a different one in July. Each week in the same month we offer the same themed camp, however each age group will have different camp themes. 

My camper has a friend/relative attending the same week of camp, can they be in the same camp together?

• Yes! Please email the education team education@georgiaaquarium.org with your campers name, age group, camp week and friend’s name.

How do holiday weeks work?

• Fourth of July: Camp will run Monday through Thursday  – you will receive a prorated price for 4 days. 
• Juneteenth: Camp will run 4 out of 5 days, being closed on June 19th – you will receive a prorated price for 4 days.

What happens if my campers get sick?

• If a camper gets sick during camp, parents or guardians will be contacted. If your child is sick prior to the beginning of camp, please do not bring them.

Where can I find lost and found?

• Generally, if something from a camper has been lost, it will be reported to camp educators who will then get in contact with the camper’s parents or guardians to try and return the lost item. If an item is lost and has not been found/reported to the camp educators, Georgia Aquarium’s lost and found service is located at the Guest Information desk inside the Aquarium. Please ask a camp educator for assistance and they will bring you to the desk.