Look, if you’re trying to figure out what summer camps cost in the UAE, you’re gonna see all over the place. Dh125 here, Dh5,000 there. It’s confusing because there’s so much variation. What you end up paying really depends on what you pick and how long you go for.
Parents these days aren’t just looking for somewhere to dump their kids for the day. They want actual value. Their kids learning something new, getting better at sports, trying different things. That’s changed the whole market.
Real Madrid Foundation at ISD Dubai Sports City lets you do a single day or commit for the whole eight weeks. The longer you stay, the cheaper it gets per week.
One day runs Dh250. Week is Dh1,000. If you do all eight weeks, you’re at Dh4,800. That works out to way less per week than paying daily. Two weeks is Dh1,800. Three weeks Dh2,550. And so on.
Most families start with one week to see if their kid actually likes it. Once they do, they tend to keep going. The coaches say a lot of kids from other academies come in for a trial week, really like how they train, and families just keep renewing.
Everything’s indoors on a proper FIFA pitch. So even when it’s crazy hot outside, kids can train in air conditioning. That’s why they can run programs all summer without shutting down.
Emirates Park Zoo runs something different. Kids get to work with actual animals. Feed them, learn about conservation, see what it’s like to work there. It’s hands-on learning.
One day is Dh125. Week is Dh625. Two weeks Dh1,250. Three weeks Dh1,875. Four weeks Dh2,500. Full eight weeks is Dh5,000.
Most families do two to four weeks. That’s Dh1,250 to Dh2,500 range. Transport and meals are included, which is huge if you’re working and can’t do pickups and pack lunches every day.
During the program kids feed elephants and giraffes, go behind the scenes with vets and keepers, learn about habitats and conservation, do crafts, play games, watch educational movies. It’s organized but not like sitting in a classroom.
Blah Blah Blah Camp does something else. They focus on emotional intelligence and soft skills. Communication, building confidence, handling social situations. It’s online with guest experts running the sessions.
Dh350 per week. Most kids do two to three weeks. Parents like it because it addresses something real. Kids actually need to know how to talk to people and manage themselves socially.
GEMS Education has a bunch of options. Robotics, coding, entrepreneurship, performing arts, leadership, sports. Kids pick what they want to do. You can book one week or go longer. Some families do multiple programs throughout the summer to try different things.
Demand is strongest in the first week and last week of holidays. Middle of summer people travel. These programs have specialists teaching, real companies involved, sometimes certifications when kids finish. Parents see it as actual learning happening.
Tashkeel’s Young Artists Club is for kids 4 to 12. They work with clay, paint, design bags. Two-week program. Daily pass Dh190. Two weeks around Dh900. Workshops at Nad Al Sheba and Alserkal Avenue. Kids make stuff and take it home.
Looking at real spending:
1 to 2 weeks: Dh600 to Dh1,800 3 to 4 weeks: Dh1,800 to Dh3,200 6 to 8 weeks: Dh4,000 to Dh5,000+
What’s different now is parents aren’t picking one camp and sticking with it. They mix things. Week of football, then zoo, then art. Keeps kids from getting bored. Gives variety.
If you’re planning for August and what comes after, check the UAE August Guide 2026 for school reopenings and what to expect.
How much will I spend?
Dh125 for one day up to Dh5,000 for eight weeks. Most families end up spending Dh1,500 to Dh3,000 total for the summer.
Can I book just part of the summer?
Yeah. Every camp lets you pick individual days, specific weeks, or longer. Helpful if you travel or split time between places.
What’s actually available?
Sports camps, wildlife programs, emotional development, coding and robotics, art, enrichment stuff. Pretty much whatever your kid is interested in.
Do they do meals and transport?
Some do, some don’t. Zoo camps and bigger programs usually include meals and transport. Smaller camps might not. Check before you sign up.
How long do most kids go for?
Two to four weeks is typical. Some families do the full eight weeks if it’s a sport their kid is really into. Mixing different camps is common too.
What about when summer ends?
Schools reopen and things change. Our Dubai School Openings 2026 covers what’s new and what to expect.
Disclaimer: Prices, schedules, activities, and included services may vary depending on the camp, location, and booking period. Parents should confirm the latest details directly with the camp organizers before making a reservation.
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