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Marine ScienceTraditional CampsFirst-ComeUpdated for 2027

Catalina Sea Camp

Guided Discoveries Inc.

5 tracks · 5 options · $3,750–$6,350 · 5 sessions between Jun 12–Aug 10, 2027 (7 days, 17 days, and 18 days options)

Ages
Grades 5–11 (varies by track)
Format
Residential
Location
Toyon Bay, Catalina Island, CA
Dates
5 sessions between Jun 12–Aug 10, 2027 (7 days, 17 days, and 18 days options)
Cost
$3,750–$6,350
Marine ScienceGlobal & LanguageFirst-ComeUpdated for 2027

Rustic Pathways - Caribbean Reefs & Mayan Culture (Belize)

Rustic Pathways

3 tracks · 3 options · $2,795 · 3 sessions between Jun 29–Aug 3, 2027 (8 days options)

Ages
Ages 14-18 per program site (matches completed grades 8–12 in search filters)
Format
Group Housing
Location
Belize City, the Maya Mountains, and Caye Caulker
Dates
3 sessions between Jun 29–Aug 3, 2027 (8 days options)
Cost
$2,795
Marine ScienceWilderness & AdventureFirst-ComeUpdated for 2027

Rustic Pathways - Turtle Conservation Project (Costa Rica)

Rustic Pathways

6 tracks · 6 options · $2,895 · 6 sessions between Jun 8–Aug 10, 2027 (8 days options)

Ages
Ages 14-18 per program site (matches completed grades 8–12 in search filters)
Format
Group Housing
Location
Camaronal Wildlife Refuge, Costa Rica
Dates
6 sessions between Jun 8–Aug 10, 2027 (8 days options)
Cost
$2,895
Marine ScienceFirst-ComeUpdated for 2027

GLA - Costa Rica

Global Leadership Adventures

1 track · 1 option · $3,599 · 5 rolling departures: Jun 12, Jun 25, Jul 7, Jul 18, Jul 30

Ages
Ages 14-18 per program site (matches completed grades 8–11 in search filters)
Format
Residential
Location
Costa Rica
Dates
5 rolling departures: Jun 12, Jun 25, Jul 7, Jul 18, Jul 30
Cost
$3,599

Beachside Service Adventure - Sea Turtle Conservation

OfferingFormatDatesCostSave
Beachside Service Adventure - Sea Turtle Conservation
Residential5 rolling departures: Jun 12, Jun 25, Jul 7, Jul 18, Jul 30$3,599
Marine ScienceGlobal & LanguageFirst-ComeUpdated for 2027

Rustic Pathways - Island Turtle Conservation (Greece)

Rustic Pathways

3 tracks · 3 options · $3,495 · 3 sessions between Jun 16–Aug 5, 2027 (9 days options)

Ages
Ages 14-18 per program site (matches completed grades 8–12 in search filters)
Format
Group Housing
Location
Kefalonia Island & Athens
Dates
3 sessions between Jun 16–Aug 5, 2027 (9 days options)
Cost
$3,495
Wilderness & AdventureMarine ScienceFirst-ComeUpdated for 2027

Rustic Pathways - Bali: Scuba, Culture and Adventure

Rustic Pathways

2 tracks · 2 options · $2,195 · 2 sessions between Jun 28–Jul 14, 2027 (10 days options)

Ages
Ages 14-18 per program site (matches completed grades 8–12 in search filters)
Format
Group Housing
Location
Bali
Dates
2 sessions between Jun 28–Jul 14, 2027 (10 days options)
Cost
$2,195
Wilderness & AdventureMarine ScienceFirst-ComeUpdated for 2027

ActionQuest - Nova (British Virgin Islands)

ActionQuest

5 tracks · 5 options · $4,870 · 5 sessions between Jun 15–Aug 7, 2027 (10 days options)

Ages
Ages 12-18 per program site (matches completed grades 6–12 in search filters)
Format
Residential
Location
British Virgin Islands
Dates
5 sessions between Jun 15–Aug 7, 2027 (10 days options)
Cost
$4,870
Leadership & GiftedMarine ScienceFirst-ComeUpdated for 2027

TFT - USA For Middle School: Florida Keys Service and Adventure

Travel For Teens

1 track · 1 option · $5,125–$5,695 · Aug 2–12, 2027

Grades
Current grades 7-8
Format
Residential
Location
Florida Keys
Dates
Aug 2–12, 2027
Cost
$5,125–$5,695

Departure

OfferingFormatDatesCostSave
Departure
ResidentialAug 2–12, 2027$5,695 list / $5,125 with promotional discount
Wilderness & AdventureMarine ScienceApplicationUpdated for 2027

Broadreach - Alumni-Only Advanced Scuba

Broadreach Inc.

1 track · 1 option · $8,930 · Jul 6–17, 2027

Eligibility
Broadreach alumni only (matches completed grades 6–12 in search filters)
Format
Residential
Location
Belize
Dates
Jul 6–17, 2027
Cost
$8,930

Session

OfferingFormatDatesCostSave
Session
ResidentialJul 6–17, 2027$8930
Marine ScienceFirst-ComeUpdated for 2027

Broadreach MS - Caribbean 12-Day Intro to Marine Biology

Broadreach Inc.

4 tracks · 4 options · $5,380 · 4 sessions between Jun 20–Aug 14, 2027 (12 days options)

Grades
Completing grades 6-8 (must be 12 years old by program start)
Format
Residential
Location
St. Martin, St. Barths + Saba, Caribbean
Dates
4 sessions between Jun 20–Aug 14, 2027 (12 days options)
Cost
$5,380
Marine ScienceApplicationUpdated for 2027

Broadreach MS - Bonaire Coral Divers

Broadreach Inc.

1 track · 1 option · $5,280 · Jul 17–28, 2027

Grades
Completing grades 6-8 (must be 12 years old by program start)
Format
Residential
Location
Bonaire
Dates
Jul 17–28, 2027
Cost
$5,280

Session

OfferingFormatDatesCostSave
Session
ResidentialJul 17–28, 2027$5280
Marine ScienceFirst-ComeUpdated for 2027

GLA - Greece

Global Leadership Adventures

2 tracks · 2 options · $5,999 · 2 sessions between Jun 29–Jul 24, 2027 (12 days options)

Ages
Ages 14-18 per program site (matches completed grades 8–11 in search filters)
Format
Residential
Location
Greece
Dates
2 sessions between Jun 29–Jul 24, 2027 (12 days options)
Cost
$5,999
Marine ScienceGlobal & LanguageFirst-ComeUpdated for 2027

Rustic Pathways - Mediterranean Marine Biology (Italy)

Rustic Pathways

2 tracks · 2 options · $3,395 · 2 sessions between Jul 1–Jul 26, 2027 (12 days options)

Ages
Ages 14-18 per program site (matches completed grades 8–12 in search filters)
Format
Group Housing
Location
Imperia, Liguria
Dates
2 sessions between Jul 1–Jul 26, 2027 (12 days options)
Cost
$3,395
Marine ScienceFirst-ComeUpdated for 2027

ARCC - California

Adventures Cross-Country (ARCC)

1 track · 2 options · $4,788 · 2 sessions between Jun 30–Jul 31, 2027 (14 days options)

Grades
Current grades 6-8 | 9-12 (dual cohort structure)
Format
Residential
Location
California
Dates
2 sessions between Jun 30–Jul 31, 2027 (14 days options)
Cost
$4,788
Wilderness & AdventureMarine ScienceFirst-ComeUpdated for 2027

GLA - Galapagos

Global Leadership Adventures

3 tracks · 3 options · $6,299 · 3 sessions between Jun 19–Aug 4, 2027 (14 days options)

Ages
Ages 14-18 per program site (matches completed grades 8–11 in search filters)
Format
Residential
Location
Galapagos Islands
Dates
3 sessions between Jun 19–Aug 4, 2027 (14 days options)
Cost
$6,299
Wilderness & AdventureMarine ScienceFirst-ComeUpdated for 2027

Rustic Pathways - Queensland Ecosystems and Wildlife Conservation (Australia)

Rustic Pathways

2 tracks · 2 options · $6,250 · 2 sessions between Jun 16–Jul 27, 2027 (14 days options)

Ages
Ages 14-18 per program site (matches completed grades 8–12 in search filters)
Format
Group Housing
Location
Sunshine Coast, Noosa, Booloumba Creek, Brisbane & Moreton Island
Dates
2 sessions between Jun 16–Jul 27, 2027 (14 days options)
Cost
$6,250
Wilderness & AdventureMarine ScienceTraditional CampsFirst-ComeUpdated for 2027

Sail Caribbean - Tango 14-Day

Sail Caribbean

1 track · 5 options · $6,495 · 5 sessions between Jun 5–Aug 15, 2027 (14 days options)

Ages
Ages 11-12 per program site (matches completed grades 5–6 in search filters)
Format
Residential (live-aboard)
Location
British Virgin Islands (Leeward Islands for some advanced/older tracks)
Dates
5 sessions between Jun 5–Aug 15, 2027 (14 days options)
Cost
$6,495
Wilderness & AdventureMarine ScienceFirst-ComeUpdated for 2027

Sail Caribbean - Alpha 14-Day

Sail Caribbean

1 track · 5 options · $6,495 · 5 sessions between Jun 5–Aug 15, 2027 (14 days options)

Ages
Ages 12-18 per program site (matches completed grades 6–12 in search filters)
Format
Residential (live-aboard)
Location
British Virgin Islands (Leeward Islands for some advanced/older tracks)
Dates
5 sessions between Jun 5–Aug 15, 2027 (14 days options)
Cost
$6,495
Wilderness & AdventureMarine ScienceFirst-ComeUpdated for 2027

Sail Caribbean - Charlie

Sail Caribbean

2 tracks · 4 options · $6,695–$8,195 · 4 sessions between Jun 5–Aug 15, 2027 (14 days and 21 days options)

Ages
Ages 12-18 per program site (matches completed grades 6–12 in search filters)
Format
Residential (live-aboard)
Location
British Virgin Islands (Leeward Islands for some advanced/older tracks)
Dates
4 sessions between Jun 5–Aug 15, 2027 (14 days and 21 days options)
Cost
$6,695–$8,195
Marine ScienceWilderness & AdventureFirst-ComeUpdated for 2027

Sail Caribbean - Sierra

Sail Caribbean

2 tracks · 4 options · $6,495–$7,895 · 4 sessions between Jun 5–Aug 15, 2027 (14 days and 21 days options)

Ages
Ages 12-18 per program site (matches completed grades 6–12 in search filters)
Format
Residential (live-aboard)
Location
British Virgin Islands (Leeward Islands for some advanced/older tracks)
Dates
4 sessions between Jun 5–Aug 15, 2027 (14 days and 21 days options)
Cost
$6,495–$7,895
Leadership & GiftedMarine ScienceGlobal & LanguageFirst-ComeUpdated for 2027

Rustic Pathways - Sun, Sand, and Island Service (Fiji)

Rustic Pathways

2 tracks · 2 options · $3,995 · 2 sessions between Jun 16–Jul 22, 2027 (16 days options)

Ages
Ages 14-18 per program site (matches completed grades 8–12 in search filters)
Format
Group Housing
Location
Momi Bay & Yasawa Islands
Dates
2 sessions between Jun 16–Jul 22, 2027 (16 days options)
Cost
$3,995
Wilderness & AdventureMarine ScienceFirst-ComeUpdated for 2027

ActionQuest - Vega (British Virgin Islands)

ActionQuest

3 tracks · 3 options · $7,170–$7,870 · 3 sessions between Jun 15–Aug 14, 2027 (17 days and 21 days options)

Grades
All ages (typically 12-18)
Format
Residential
Location
British Virgin Islands
Dates
3 sessions between Jun 15–Aug 14, 2027 (17 days and 21 days options)
Cost
$7,170–$7,870
Wilderness & AdventureMarine ScienceFirst-ComeUpdated for 2027

ActionQuest - Carina (British Virgin Islands)

ActionQuest

3 tracks · 3 options · $7,470–$8,170 · 3 sessions between Jun 15–Aug 14, 2027 (17 days and 21 days options)

Eligibility
All ages (matches completed grades 6–12 in search filters)
Format
Residential
Location
British Virgin Islands
Dates
3 sessions between Jun 15–Aug 14, 2027 (17 days and 21 days options)
Cost
$7,470–$8,170
Marine ScienceWilderness & AdventureFirst-ComeUpdated for 2027

ActionQuest - Aquarius (British Virgin Islands)

ActionQuest

3 tracks · 3 options · $7,470–$8,170 · 3 sessions between Jun 15–Aug 14, 2027 (17 days and 21 days options)

Eligibility
All teens (matches completed grades 6–12 in search filters)
Format
Residential
Location
British Virgin Islands
Dates
3 sessions between Jun 15–Aug 14, 2027 (17 days and 21 days options)
Cost
$7,470–$8,170
Wilderness & AdventureMarine ScienceFirst-ComeUpdated for 2027

ActionQuest - Polaris (British Virgin Islands)

ActionQuest

3 tracks · 3 options · $7,470–$8,170 · 3 sessions between Jun 15–Aug 14, 2027 (17 days and 21 days options)

Eligibility
All teens (matches completed grades 6–12 in search filters)
Format
Residential
Location
British Virgin Islands
Dates
3 sessions between Jun 15–Aug 14, 2027 (17 days and 21 days options)
Cost
$7,470–$8,170
Marine ScienceWilderness & AdventureFirst-ComeUpdated for 2027

ActionQuest - Barracuda (British Virgin Islands)

ActionQuest

3 tracks · 3 options · $7,470–$8,170 · 3 sessions between Jun 15–Aug 14, 2027 (17 days and 21 days options)

Grades
Ages 14 and under (Junior)
Format
Residential
Location
British Virgin Islands
Dates
3 sessions between Jun 15–Aug 14, 2027 (17 days and 21 days options)
Cost
$7,470–$8,170
Wilderness & AdventureMarine ScienceLeadership & GiftedFirst-ComeUpdated for 2027

ActionQuest - Reef to Rainforest (Australia)

ActionQuest

1 track · 1 option · $8,670 · July 7 - 27, 2027

Eligibility
High school ages (matches completed grades 8–12 in search filters)
Format
Residential
Location
Sydney, Whitsunday Islands, Daintree, Gold Coast
Dates
July 7 - 27, 2027
Cost
$8,670

21-Day Session (Jul 7-27)

OfferingFormatDatesCostSave
21-Day Session (Jul 7-27)
ResidentialJuly 7 - 27, 2027$8,670 tuition + airfare (not included)
Wilderness & AdventureMarine ScienceFirst-ComeUpdated for 2027

ActionQuest - Minerva (Caribbean Leeward Islands)

ActionQuest

1 track · 1 option · $8,170 · July 7 - 27, 2027

Grades
Ages 14 and up
Format
Residential
Location
British Virgin Islands to Antigua (Saba, Statia, St. Kitts, Nevis, St. Barths)
Dates
July 7 - 27, 2027
Cost
$8,170

21-Day Session (Jul 7-27)

OfferingFormatDatesCostSave
21-Day Session (Jul 7-27)
ResidentialJuly 7 - 27, 2027$8,170 tuition + airfare (not included)
Wilderness & AdventureMarine ScienceFirst-ComeUpdated for 2027

Sail Caribbean - Bravo 21-Day

Sail Caribbean

1 track · 2 options · $7,895 · 2 sessions between Jun 20–Aug 1, 2027 (21 days options)

Ages
Ages 12-18 per program site (matches completed grades 6–12 in search filters)
Format
Residential (live-aboard)
Location
British Virgin Islands (Leeward Islands for some advanced/older tracks)
Dates
2 sessions between Jun 20–Aug 1, 2027 (21 days options)
Cost
$7,895
Wilderness & AdventureMarine ScienceFirst-ComeUpdated for 2027

Sail Caribbean - Delta 21-Day

Sail Caribbean

1 track · 2 options · $8,095 · 2 sessions between Jun 20–Aug 1, 2027 (21 days options)

Ages
Ages 12-18 per program site (matches completed grades 6–12 in search filters)
Format
Residential (live-aboard)
Location
British Virgin Islands (Leeward Islands for some advanced/older tracks)
Dates
2 sessions between Jun 20–Aug 1, 2027 (21 days options)
Cost
$8,095
Marine ScienceFirst-ComePending 2027 refresh

Whale Camp

Teen program

Eligibility
Teens (matches completed grades 6–12 in search filters)
Format
Residential
Location
Grand Manan, Bay of Fundy, Canada
Dates
Not confirmed for 2027
Length
2-6 days/session
Cost
Varies by session (~$1850/wk adult reference)
Marine ScienceGlobal & LanguageFirst-ComePending 2027 refresh

Field Studies Council Marine Camp

Eligibility
High school (matches completed grades 8–12 in search filters)
Format
Residential
Location
Pembrokeshire, Wales, UK
Dates
Not confirmed for 2027
Length
5 days
Cost
~$450
Marine ScienceWilderness & AdventureApplicationPending 2027 refresh

Salish Sea Sciences

Field / Ecology

Ages
Ages 14-18 per program site (matches completed grades 8–12 in search filters)
Format
Residential
Location
Friday Harbor, WA
Dates
Not confirmed for 2027
Length
1-4 weeks
Cost
Field $7400; Ecology $4900
Marine ScienceApplicationPending 2027 refresh

UC Davis Coastal Marine Science

Eligibility
High school (matches completed grades 8–12 in search filters)
Format
Residential
Location
Bodega Bay, CA
Dates
Not confirmed for 2027
Length
1-2 weeks
Cost
Contact program for pricing
Marine ScienceApplicationPending 2027 refresh

Sea Turtle Camp

Eligibility
High school (matches completed grades 8–12 in search filters)
Format
Residential
Location
Topsail Island, NC
Dates
Not confirmed for 2027
Length
1-2 weeks
Cost
~$1800-$2500
Marine ScienceTraditional CampsFirst-ComePending 2027 refresh

Sunset Bay Beach Camp

Ages
Ages 8-16 per program site (matches completed grades 5–10 in search filters)
Format
Day
Location
Ballard, Seattle, WA
Dates
Not confirmed for 2027
Length
1 week
Cost
~$850
Wilderness & AdventureMarine ScienceFirst-ComePending 2027 refresh

Spinnaker Sailing Keelboat

Ages
Ages 10-17 per program site (matches completed grades 5–11 in search filters)
Format
Day
Location
Redwood City, CA
Dates
Not confirmed for 2027
Length
1-2 weeks
Cost
Contact program for pricing
Marine ScienceWilderness & AdventureApplicationPending 2027 refresh

Copper River Stewardship Program

Eligibility
High school (matches completed grades 8–12 in search filters)
Format
Residential
Location
Copper River Basin, AK
Dates
Not confirmed for 2027
Length
10 days
Cost
Free/low-cost (subsidized)
Marine ScienceFirst-ComePending 2027 refresh

Broadreach MS - Bahamas Island Wildlife Explorer

Broadreach Inc.

2 tracks · 2 options · $5,580 · Not confirmed for 2027

Grades
Completing grades 6-8 (must be 12 years old by program start)
Format
Residential
Location
Bahamas
Dates
Not confirmed for 2027
Cost
$5,580
Marine ScienceWilderness & AdventureApplicationPending 2027 refresh

Sea Education Association (SEA)

Eligibility
High school (matches completed grades 8–12 in search filters)
Format
Residential
Location
Woods Hole, MA & at sea
Dates
Not confirmed for 2027
Length
2-3 weeks
Cost
~$5000-$6500
Marine ScienceWilderness & AdventureApplicationPending 2027 refresh

SeaTrek BVI

Grades
Middle school - college age
Format
Residential (liveaboard)
Location
British Virgin Islands
Dates
Not confirmed for 2027
Length
~3 weeks
Cost
$7290
Marine SciencePre-Med & Life SciencesApplicationPending 2027 refresh

University of Miami

Marine Mammal Biology & Conservation

Eligibility
High school (matches completed grades 8–12 in search filters)
Format
Residential
Location
Coral Gables, FL & Key Largo
Dates
Not confirmed for 2027
Length
3 weeks
Cost
Contact program for pricing
Marine ScienceApplicationPending 2027 refresh

Dauphin Island Sea Lab

Residential Marine Science Class

Eligibility
Rising 9-12 (matches completed grades 8–11 in search filters)
Format
Residential
Location
Dauphin Island, AL
Dates
Not confirmed for 2027
Length
4 weeks
Cost
$3000

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