SEACAMP san diego

What SEACAMP san diego does

SEACAMP San Diego is a privately held marine science education provider founded in 1987 and headquartered on Mission Bay in San Diego, California. The company operates a portfolio of progressive, hands-on camp programs built around a curriculum spanning marine ecology, physical oceanography, and marine biology, combining laboratory work with water-based field activities including snorkeling, kayaking, boogie boarding, and SCUBA diving. Its core product ladder consists of four tiered summer programs — SEACAMP Jr. (5th–8th grade day camp, $560), SEACAMP I (7th–12th grade residential, $1,725), SEACAMP II (8th–12th grade advanced residential, $2,695), and SEACAMP III (9th–12th grade advanced residential with live-aboard boat trips, $3,195) — capped at 28–56 participants per session to preserve safety ratios and instructional quality. Supporting offerings include a Spring Break Camp ($530), year-round SeaLab day and residential programs for school and youth groups, and two international programs in Baja, Mexico (Summer Baja for adults 18+ at $3,095 and Baja Whale Adventure for ages 7+ at $2,300–$2,700). An optional SCUBA certification add-on ($150 program + $150 rental) is available for SEACAMP II and III participants aged 14 and older.

The business runs a direct-to-consumer go-to-market with online enrollment through www.seacamp.com, phone-based enrollment via 1-800-SEACAMP, email marketing through Constant Contact, and a Facebook presence. School and group bookings are processed via dedicated request forms. Operations rely on waterfront access through a core facility partnership with the San Diego Youth Aquatic Center on Fiesta Island, and require a California Department of Fish and Wildlife Scientific Collecting Permit for educational wildlife handling. Instructors must hold college degrees in marine biology or related fields and Red Cross Lifeguard certification. The technology stack is intentionally lightweight — Stripe and PayPal for payments, Google Analytics for web tracking, and a GDPR cookie compliance plugin — with no disclosed proprietary technology, AI/ML capabilities, mobile app, or public API. The company employs 11–50 people and is currently enrolling for Summer 2026 and Fall 2026 programs.

Revenue mechanics are concentrated on program tuition (one-time fees ranging from $530 to $3,195 per participant per session) supplemented by transaction-fee add-ons including SCUBA certification, gear rental, airport transfers, unaccompanied minor handling, late fees, and a referral credit program redeemable at a camp store. Pricing is publicly disclosed with early-bird discounts (e.g., $50–$100 off if enrolled by December 31, 2025) and partially refundable deposits of $250–$500 per residential enrollment. Customer concentration is structurally low, built on a long tail of individual families plus a smaller book of school group bookings.

Name

SEACAMP san diego

Legal name

SEACAMP San Diego

Website

https://seacamp.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

SEACAMP San Diego is a marine science education camp founded in 1987 in San Diego, California, offering progressive day and residential programs for students in grades 5–12, school and youth group field trips, and international trips to Baja, Mexico.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Marine Science Education Services

NAICS

Recreational and Vacation Camps (except Campgrounds) (721214), Sports and Recreation Instruction (611620), Rooming and Boarding Houses, Dormitories, and Workers' Camps (7213), Sports and Recreation Instruction (61162)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Equipment Rental & Leasing, Nec (7359)

akta.pro primary industry

STEM & Science Camps (Biology, Chemistry, Space, Lab Science) (EDAMALAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Snorkeling & Marine Activity Centers (THAAAKAE), Coastal & Marine Nature Lodges (THAGAIAH), Educational Cruises & Shipboard Learning Programs (THAKAGAM)

Keywords

• Marine science education
• Outdoor education programs
• Youth summer camps
• Marine biology camps
• Residential education programs

Headquarters

HQ city

San Diego

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Program Tuition: Primary revenue from tuition fees for marine science camp programs including Spring Break Camp, SEACAMP Jr., SEACAMP I, II, III, and international programs. Tuition varies by program length and includes housing, meals, activities, equipment, and supervision.
2. Optional Add-on Services: Additional revenue from optional SCUBA Program fee ($150), SCUBA gear rental fee ($150), airport/train pick-up/drop-off services, unaccompanied minor handling fees ($75 each way), and late arrival/early departure fees.
3. Referral Credits: Referral program credits redeemed at camp store, creating additional upsell opportunities during participant attendance.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

SEACAMP San Diego is a marine science education provider offering residential and day camp programs that combine hands-on laboratory work with water-based activities such as snorkeling, kayaking, boogie boarding, and SCUBA diving. The company sells tiered summer camp programs (SEACAMP Jr., I, II, III), Spring Break Camp, school year field trip programs (SeaLab and Residential Programs), and international family programs in Baja, Mexico, targeting students from 5th grade through college.

Product overview

SEACAMP San Diego is a marine science education company offering a portfolio of residential and day camp programs for students from 5th grade through college. The core product lineup consists of four progressive summer camp tiers (SEACAMP Jr., SEACAMP I, SEACAMP II, and SEACAMP III) ranging from day camps to advanced residential programs with live-aboard boat trips. Supporting programs include Spring Break Camp, SeaLab day camp programs for school groups, and international programs to Baja, Mexico. An optional SCUBA add-on is available for intermediate and advanced levels. The company combines hands-on labs with water activities including snorkeling, kayaking, boogie boarding, and SCUBA diving to teach marine biology, ecology, and oceanography.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SEACAMP Jr. 5-day, Day Camp Program open to rising 5th through 8th grade students. No previous experience needed.
• SEACAMP I
• SEACAMP II
• SEACAMP III
• SeaLab Programs
• Spring Break Camp
• Residential Programs
• Summer Baja

Products and services

• SEACAMP Jr. A 5-day day camp program for students entering 5th through 8th grade with no previous experience required. Includes hands-on labs, snorkeling, kayaking, boogie boarding, and marine science workshops. Tuition is $560 per student per session.
• SEACAMP I A 6-day, 5-night residential program for students entering 7th through 12th grade with no previous experience required. Includes overnight accommodation, meals, all activities, boat trips, and optional SCUBA. Maximum 56 participants. Tuition is $1,725 per student.
• SEACAMP II A 7-day, 6-night residential program for students entering 8th through 12th grade requiring previous SEACAMP experience. Includes advanced activities, live-aboard boat trips, and optional SCUBA certification. Maximum 28 participants. Tuition is $2,695 per student.
• SEACAMP III An 8-day, 7-night advanced residential program for students entering 9th through 12th grade requiring SEACAMP II experience. Includes 3-day live-aboard boat trip, visiting scientist lectures, and optional SCUBA. Maximum 28 participants. Tuition is $3,195 per student.
• Spring Break Camp A 5-day day camp program for students currently in 5th through 8th grade, running March 30 to April 3, 2026. Introduces students to the ocean and local marine life through hands-on labs and water activities. Tuition is $530 per student.
• SeaLab Programs Single or multi-day day camp programs designed for school field trips or youth group/club trips. Open to students 1st grade through college. Includes lab activities and field activities such as snorkeling, kayaking, and floating classroom boat trips. Bulk rates for 1-20 participants and per-person rates for 21 or more.
• Residential Programs (School Year) Two-day to five-day residential programs for school or group trips, open to students 5th through 12th grade. Requires minimum 20 and maximum 56 total participants including students and adults. Includes overnight accommodation and all program activities.
• Summer Baja International program for young adults 18 years or older who have graduated high school. Seven-day trip to Baja, Mexico including SCUBA diving, snorkeling, kayaking, and cultural activities. Tuition is $3,095 per student with $500 deposit. Includes meals, housing, and transportation from Cabo San Lucas airport.
• Baja Whale Adventure International family program open to participants 7 years or older with adult or 18+ traveling independently. Seven-day whale watching and marine adventure trip to Baja, Mexico. Tuition is $2,700 for ages 13+ and $2,300 for ages 7-12.

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• San Diego Youth Aquatic CentercoreOthersSEACAMP San Diego operates from the San Diego Youth Aquatic Center facility on Fiesta Island in Mission Bay, providing waterfront access for marine science programs.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Ocean Institute: Dana Point, CA-based marine education organization offering youth programs, school field trips, and summer camps. Same Southern California market and school group customer base, with broader science programming.
• Living Coast Discovery Center: Chula Vista, CA (San Diego Bay) aquarium and nature center offering youth education programs and school field trips. Local competitor for San Diego school group bookings.
• Marine Science Institute: Redwood City, CA-based nonprofit offering youth marine science programs, school field trips, and tidepool/ship programs. Comparable California coastal marine education delivery model.
• Birch Aquarium at Scripps: UC San Diego's public aquarium in La Jolla offering youth education programs, sleepovers, and summer experiences. Major San Diego marine education brand and potential customer overlap.

Direct peers

• Sanibel Sea School: Florida-based nonprofit marine science education provider offering youth and family ocean programs including summer camps. Comparable in marine science focus and experiential learning model.
• Sea Camp (Texas A&M University): Long-running marine science summer camp (since 1986) operated through Texas A&M Galveston, serving youth with residential marine science programs. Direct comparable in mission, format, and target demographic.
• AquaCamp: California-based water sports and marine-themed summer camp offering swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, and water activities for youth. Direct competitor for parent wallet share in California.
• Catalina Sea Camp: California-based residential marine science camp for youth run by Guided Discoveries. Most direct comparable: multi-tier marine science program (Jr, Main, Advanced) with SCUBA add-ons, serving similar age groups with hands-on ocean education.

Broad incumbents

• Monterey Bay Aquarium Education Programs: Major California aquarium offering youth summer camps, school programs, and teen conservation leadership. Larger incumbent with overlapping marine science education curriculum.

Others

• Guided Discoveries: Parent organization operating Catalina Sea Camp and other California youth science camps. Ecosystem peer representing a multi-brand camp operator model that SEACAMP could aspire to or partner with.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/SEACAMPSanDiego
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/seacamp-san-diego

Compliance4 records

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Funding overview

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Investors

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