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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 6–8

Camp Sumatanga - Taste of Camp

Alabama

Taste of Camp is a short overnight experience designed for younger campers to get a feel for summer camp.

▌ Editor's read The Camp Sumatanga website loads successfully and provides information on their summer camp programs. The 'Taste of Camp' program is specifically designed for younger campers (grades 1-3) to experience a shorter overnight stay. The camp is affiliated with the United Methodist Church, indicating a faith-based program. Google reviews for 'Camp Sumatanga' show a strong rating of 4.8 stars based on 177 reviews, with many reviewers praising the positive impact on children, the caring staff, and the beautiful natural setting. The website does not explicitly mention ACA accreditation or staff-to-camper ratios. Social media handles for Instagram (@campsumatanga) and Facebook (campsumatanga) are present on the site.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–8

Camp Sumatanga - Taste of Camp is well suited to lower-elementary campers who can sit through a 30-minute activity block but still need movement breaks every hour. overnight/sleepaway content lands when it's framed as play first, instruction second; this age responds to friend-group continuity more than to specific skill outcomes.

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: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 6–8
  • Address: 3616 Sumatanga Rd, Gallant, AL 35972, USA
  • Phone: (256) 538-9860
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Total cost $200 for 3 days

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Sumatanga - Taste of Camp

What ages does Camp Sumatanga - Taste of Camp accept?
Camp Sumatanga - Taste of Camp is open to children ages 6–8. 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 - Taste of Camp cost?
Camp Sumatanga - Taste of Camp doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Total cost $200 for 3 days Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
Who runs Camp Sumatanga - Taste of Camp?
Camp Sumatanga - Taste of Camp 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 - Taste of Camp provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Sumatanga - Taste of Camp 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.
How does Camp Sumatanga - Taste of Camp compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Gallant?
Camp Sumatanga - Taste of Camp is one of 8 overnight/sleepaway camps in Gallant that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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