Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 9–11 · $450/week
Directory · United States · Alabama · Gallant
▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 9–11

Camp Sumatanga - Elementary Camp

Gallant, Alabama · $450/week

Camp Sumatanga offers faith-based overnight summer camps for elementary-aged children, focusing on spiritual growth, outdoor activities, and community building.

▌ Editor's read The Camp Sumatanga website loads successfully, detailing various summer camp programs including an Elementary Camp for rising 3rd-5th graders. The camp is owned and operated by the United Methodist Church, indicating a faith-based program focus. While not explicitly stating a staff-to-camper ratio, the website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and are trained in CPR/First Aid, indicating a commitment to safety. The camp's Facebook page (campsumatanga) and Instagram (@campsumatanga) are active, showcasing camp life and activities. Google reviews for 'Camp Sumatanga' show a rating of 4.8 stars from 189 reviews, with many reviewers praising the positive impact on children and the caring staff. The program is clearly overnight, offering activities such as swimming, hiking, canoeing, and Bible study. There is no mention of ACA accreditation on their website, nor is it found in the ACA directory.
Shortlist in planner → Visit website

Who thrives here Ages 9–11

Camp Sumatanga - Elementary Camp sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right overnight/sleepaway fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Faith-based organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

How we verify these →

Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 9–11
  • Address: 3616 Sumatanga Rd, Gallant, AL 35972, USA

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Sumatanga - Elementary Camp

What ages does Camp Sumatanga - Elementary Camp accept?
Camp Sumatanga - Elementary Camp is open to children ages 9–11. 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 - Elementary Camp cost?
Camp Sumatanga - Elementary Camp publishes $450/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs Camp Sumatanga - Elementary Camp?
Camp Sumatanga - Elementary 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 - Elementary Camp provide lunch?
Camp Sumatanga - Elementary Camp 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.
How does Camp Sumatanga - Elementary Camp compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Gallant?
Camp Sumatanga - Elementary 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.

Planning guides

Editorial checklists to use before you compare Camp Sumatanga - Elementary Camp with other camps.

Camps near here

Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Camp Sumatanga - Elementary Camp.