Camp · Academic · Ages 13–18 · $1,266/week
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▌ Academic · Ages 13–18

ActionQuest

British Virgin Islands · $1,266/week

ActionQuest offers marine biology and scuba diving adventure programs for teens in various tropical locations.

▌ Editor's read ActionQuest's website indicates it has been operating for over 40 years, founded by Jim and Anne Pugh in 1980. The program is an overnight adventure camp specializing in marine biology, scuba diving, sailing, and watersports for teenagers, primarily based in the Caribbean. They explicitly state a staff-to-student ratio of 1:5 and mention that all staff undergo extensive background checks and training. The camp is a for-profit entity, offering various programs with different durations and focuses. Social media presence is strong with active Instagram and Facebook accounts. The website details a comprehensive approach to safety, skill development, and experiential learning.
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Since 198640+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 13–18

ActionQuest serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in academic, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
1986 (40 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Academic
  • Ages: 13–18
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: PO Box 5507, Sarasota, FL 34277
  • Phone: 941-924-6789
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Approximate USD weekly rate based on 21-day $2657 program

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about ActionQuest

What ages does ActionQuest accept?
ActionQuest is open to children ages 13–18. 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 ActionQuest cost?
ActionQuest publishes $1,266/week for the standard session. Approximate USD weekly rate based on 21-day $2657 program Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are ActionQuest's hours?
ActionQuest 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.
Who runs ActionQuest?
ActionQuest is operated by a private business, with 40 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does ActionQuest provide lunch?
Yes — ActionQuest 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.
Does ActionQuest offer transportation?
ActionQuest provides transportation. Coverage zones and bus stops vary; ask for the route map for the summer you're enrolling in. Some camps fold bus fees into tuition, others bill separately.

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