UAE: Cool Summer Camps The Kids Will Love

(MENAFN- Khaleej Times)

Still struggling with a structured and fun yet educational summer plan for the kids? Don't worry, we've got you covered. While school is out for the next few weeks, sign up the little ones for adventures of the creative kind. From learning about jobs in the real world to taking part in treasure hunts, these camps have something for every state of mind. Most offer daily and weekly rates and sibling discounts too, making them just a little bit more affordable.

Here's a look at your options across UAE:

Boo Boo Laand

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School may be out but that doesn't mean there's a pause on adventure. Enrol your child into an eight-week voyage of discovery (you could also just pick a journey based on the week). Boo Boo Laand, the immersive play area, is hosting a summer camp that switches up themes every week. The programme is designed for kids aged four to eight but three-year-olds may be admitted (on a case-by-case basis). Week one takes the young scallywags on The Mermaid and Pirate Voyage, rife with stories and treasure hunts. Week two, Superhero and Super Girl, is all about caped crusaders, while week three will dive into the Secrets of the Seas. Week four will launch imaginations into space (the theme is The Great Space Escape). And week five will be a trip back in time as Jurassic Explorers. In the sixth week, your little adventurer will head off for the Boo Boo Safari Expedition, while the next session, Little Earth Keepers, will teach him or her about nature and sustainability. The final theme is The Great Boo Boo World Tour.

Dh350 (per day); Dh1,400 (per week); Dh5,200 (for a month). 10 per cent sibling discounts are available. June 30-August 22, 9am-1pm. Dubai Mall. booboolaand.

Dubai Mall Summer Camp

Have a curious kid on your hands? We've got just the thing. This camp gives kids access to six fun spots – KidZania; Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo; Dubai Ice Rink; At the Top, Burj Khalifa; Reel Cinema; Play DXB over a four-day period. It's best for kids aged seven to 14 but those who are between three and six can join too, as long as they are accompanied by an adult.

Dh799 (excluding food); Dh899 (including food). June 30 – August 21, 10am-10pm. Dubai Mall.

Expo City Dubai

The kids will play with a purpose at Expo City Dubai this summer. They can enrol in either Expo City Summer Camp (for ages five–12) or Lab of the Future STEM Camp (eight–12). In the former camp, held across Expo City, they will do STEM experiments, messy art sessions, sports challenges, and media workshops. The later segment is a science-packed party where young minds can interact with former NASA, ESA and ISRO scientists, build balloon-fighting robots, run AI experiments, design Mars rovers, and even fly drones. With space-themed escape rooms and hands-on missions, this is sure to tingle those little grey cells.

Expo City Summer Camp: Dh152 (per day, when booked before June 30). Dh190 (daily);Dh845 (weekly); Dh3,500 (summer pass). July 7-August 22, 9am-2pm. Early drop off and extended hours are available.

Lab of the Future STEM Camp: Dh1,500 (for two weeks). July 7-August 15, 9.30am-12.30pm. Expo City Dubai.

Loco Bear

Entertainment centre Loco Bear is hosting a summer camp this year that's tailored for those aged four to 16. From science experiments to arts and crafts, to messy slime-making, and more, there's a lot on the agenda.

From Dh199 (half day). June 30-August 22, 8.30am-1.30pm (half day); 8.30am-4pm (full day). Al Quoz 2. 0502481237.

Mamalu Kitchen

Baby chefs are in the house! This year's camp promises to be hot. Kids interested in the kitchen will learn real-world lessons including how to make herb and cheese hot pockets, cheeseburger sliders with beach ball buns from scratch, and more. Now, that's something worth sinking your teeth into.

From Dh250 (per class). Dh1,000 (1 week of camp). July 8-August 23, 10am-12.30pm. Mamalu Kitchen, Nakheel Mall. Call +971 527 479 512 or +971 585 301 399.

Orange Wheels

Calling all young explorers, it's time to learn about new places. This camp, named WOW and designed by IdeaCrate Edutainment Company, will take kids over the age of four on a journey of discovery through nine international regions. Here they will learn about science and explore culinary traditions, take on quests and undertake WOW passport activities with stamp collections and rewards.

From Dh199 (per day). June 30-August 29, 9am-2pm or 3pm-8pm. At all Orange Wheels centres across the UAE.

Orange Seeds Nursery

Have a mini star amid you? Sign them up for these sessions that will really make them shine. The performing arts-inspired camp, by IdeaCrate Edutainment Company, is designed for kids aged six months to six years, and offers everything from dance-offs to art and set design, and drama classes.

Dh150 (8am-1pm); Dh180 (8am-3pm). July 7-August 22, 8am-1pm or 8am-3pm, from Monday to Friday. Dubai Silicon Oasis (two-six years old); Mangrove Village, Abu Dhabi (one – six years old).

Ski Dubai

Stay cool now, we'll tell you how. This fun fest, designed for the joy of four to 12-year-olds offers snow-themed activities, workshops such as clay moulding, and educational experiences. While there are rides and slides and treasure hunts, there are also occasions where young minds can learn about animals like penguins and see movies (at Vox Cinemas on Mondays and Wednesdays).

Dh399 (per child per day). Sibling discounts are available. June 30-August 29, 9am-5pm (Monday-Friday). Mall of the Emirates. 04409 4000

The Courtyard Playhouse

How many times have you been told, it's not about what you are saying, but about how you are saying it? In other words, interactions are generally a theatrical experience – one where you must school yourself to speak a certain way. The summer camps at this institution (and there are a fair few) divide attendees into age appropriate positive sessions that teaches them about everything from storytelling to how to showcase your best self to others. Through mime and role play and arts and crafts, the Play-house is able offer little confidence boosts for those artistically inclined.

From Dh1,315 (per week, per child). Sibling discount is available. 050 781 2269.

The Green Planet

Calling all mini zoologists in the making (or, any animal loving tot, really). Each camp day will begin with a warm-up and themed ice breaker. And then days full of science and nature. On the four-day time-table each week are animal encounters, creative workshops, games, and challenges. Each day is themed: there's Rainforest Rangers Mondays, which will explore forest ecosystems and biodiversity; Animal Adventures Tuesdays that will see the kids playing zookeeper; Eco-Heroes Wednesdays will see seed planting, composting, and upcycled art. And, on Jungle Scientists Thursdays, there'll be weather experiments, STEM games, and explorer walks. It's perfect for those aged five to 12.

Dh250 (per day); Dh750 (per week). July 7- August 21, 9am-3pm. thegreenplanetdubai

Yas Island Summer Camp

The only issue you might face with this camp is that the kids won't want to go home. They can enjoy five experiences in the theme parks. At Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, for instance, they will make new friends, take on team challenges including a scavenger hunt. They can also design their own rides and push themselves with competitive gaming at the Ferrari World Esports Arena. Live action shows and performances also promise entertainment. Yas Waterworld, meanwhile, will see the young-ins splashing around. There are rides and slides, of course, but also a Splash and Match pairing game, and treasure hunts. At Warner Bros. World, the little sleuths will follow clues and discover secrets. They will also make their own masks and capes and see a live stage show featuring DC Super Hero characters. When at SeaWorld, campers will engage in activities that range from crafting ocean-themed board games to creating colorful fish using repurposed materials. There are plenty of animal encounters planned too, including feeding manta rays and sea lions, and meeting the dugong Malquot. CLYMB Abu Dhabi is all about the thrill of flying and kids can take on an Aero Adventure, fly in the world's biggest indoor skydiving flight chamber, and race up climbing walls. The pass will get kids access to one theme park a day, lunch, a bag, notebook, pen and water bottle and a camper T-shirt.

Dh1,595 (per child, aged seven-13). July 7-August 22, 9am-2pm (Mon-Fri). Sibling discounts are available. yasisland

OliOli

Since it's been established that you can have fun while learning, Oli Oli must become your next pitstop. It's got permanent galleries fun of scientific experiments, and a summer camp with different themes each week, including Jurassic, space, tinker, and mess. Kids, aged four to 10, who enrol will also gain access to the SlimeMania exhibition. Activities include building a terrarium and scavenger hunts.

Dh990 (per week, morning); Dh690 (per week, afternoon); Dh1,550 (per week, all day). June 30-August 2,9.30am-5pm. Al Quoz 1, Dubai. olioli

Bounce

Kids will love jumping into this one. The camp at the Bounce and miniBounce venues will teach them trampolining tricks and games that can be enjoyed alone or with a group of friends.

From Dh210 (half day); Dh840 (weekly, half day); Dh300 (full day); Dh1,100 (full week).June 30-August 29, 8am-1.30pm or 1.30pm-5pm (half day); 8am-5pm (full day). Across UAE. 043049333. bounce

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