Camp · Aquatic · Ages 7–16 · $1,950/week
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▌ Aquatic · Ages 7–16

Camp Tamakwa

Camp Tamakwa · $1,950/week

Camp Tamakwa is a traditional overnight summer camp in Algonquin Park, Ontario, offering a wide range of land and water activities for children.

▌ Editor's read The Camp Tamakwa website loads successfully and presents as a legitimate overnight summer camp. Google reviews indicate a strong reputation with a 4.9-star rating from 116 reviews, with parents frequently praising the supportive staff, diverse activities, and positive impact on their children. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. Founded by Lou Handler, Camp Tamakwa has been operating for 85 years, indicating a long-standing tradition. The program is exclusively overnight, located in Algonquin Park, Ontario, and offers over 50 activities including waterskiing, sailing, canoeing, and various land sports. The website does not explicitly mention staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies. Social media handles for Instagram (@camptamakwa) and Facebook (camptamakwa) are easily found on the site.
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Who thrives here Ages 7–16

Camp Tamakwa is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. aquatic programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
1941 (85 years)
Operator
Not listed
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Aquatic
  • Ages: 7–16
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: P.O. Box 10008, Huntsville, ON P1H 2H3, Canada
  • Phone: (416) 921-2267
  • Cost notes: CAD. Full Summer: $13,650, First Session: $9,650, Second Session: $9,650. Pre-pay discounts available. Fees do not include transportation, laundry, and applicable taxes. 3% administration fee for credit card transactions.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Camp Tamakwa

What ages does Camp Tamakwa accept?
Camp Tamakwa is open to children ages 7–16. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Camp Tamakwa cost?
Camp Tamakwa publishes $1,950/week for the standard session. CAD. Full Summer: $13,650, First Session: $9,650, Second Session: $9,650. Pre-pay discounts available. Fees do not include transportation, laundry, and applicable taxes. 3% administration fee for credit card transactions. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Tamakwa's hours?
Camp Tamakwa runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Does Camp Tamakwa provide lunch?
Camp Tamakwa does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

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