Camp · Religious · Ages 6–18 · $500/week
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▌ Religious · Ages 6–18

Camp Sumatanga

Alabama · $500/week

A Christian summer camp offering various programs for different age groups in a natural outdoor setting.

▌ Editor's read Camp Sumatanga's website loads successfully and provides detailed information about its summer camp programs, which are faith-based and offered by the United Methodist Church. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. Google reviews for 'Camp Sumatanga' show a rating of 4.7 stars based on 239 reviews, with many reviewers praising the positive impact on their children's spiritual and personal growth. The camp offers various overnight programs for different age groups, from elementary to high school, including traditional camp, adventure camp, and specialized camps like 'Music & Arts Camp' and 'Leadership Camp.' While the website details program activities, it does not explicitly mention staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies for staff. Social media handles found are @campsumatanga on Instagram and 'campsumatanga' on Facebook, both actively promoting camp activities.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–18

Camp Sumatanga is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. religious 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
Not listed
Operator
Faith-based organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Religious
  • Ages: 6–18
  • Address: 3616 Sumatanga Rd, Gallant, AL 35972
  • Phone: (256) 538-9860
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: See individual sessions for pricing

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Sumatanga

What ages does Camp Sumatanga accept?
Camp Sumatanga is open to children ages 6–18. 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 Sumatanga cost?
Camp Sumatanga publishes $500/week for the standard session. See individual sessions for pricing Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs Camp Sumatanga?
Camp Sumatanga is operated by a faith-based organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Camp Sumatanga provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Sumatanga includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.

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