2025 Spring Camps Coming Soon!
Camps at Ripley’s are interactive, innovative, and entertaining for guests of all ages. Fun, excitement, and memories that last a lifetime are what you will find when you participate in one of our camp programs.
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Experiences
Expedition Camp
Campers get a chance to get up close and personal with one of our fascinating animals! Each camp date will focus on a unique habitat and the animals that live there.
Jr. Aquarist Camp
Activities during this program include: a behind-the-scenes look at shark feeding, feeding stingrays, water quality testing, dissecting a squid, and more!
Vet Camp
During this camp, we will perform some of the day-to-day activities that vets are responsible for, such as suturing, reading ultrasounds, examining specimens under a microscope, and more! We will also have the opportunity to hear from the veterinarian who takes care of the animals here at Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies.
Mermaid & Pirate Camp
Come join Ripley’s Aquarium under the sea at Mermaid & Pirate Camp! Dive into the underwater world of mystical mermaids, pirates, and marine life.
The Aquarium’s experienced counselors will guide Campers through a range of activities designed to spark imaginations and deepen appreciation for marine life. From storytelling to hands-on exploration, campers will even have the opportunity to get into character undergoing a mermaid or pirate makeover!