If your kids have been bouncing off the walls waiting for winter break… good news. Al Ain Zoo is swooping in like a friendly falcon with a winter camp that’s equal parts adventure, learning, and “OMG, I just fed a giraffe!” moments. Launching on December 8, this year’s theme — “Wildlife Window” — opens up two weeks of pure excitement for little explorers aged 6 to 14.
Think of it as the coolest classroom ever, but with actual animals, zero homework, and plenty of bragging rights.
A Camp Where the Wild Comes Alive
From Monday to Thursday (8 AM – 12 PM) and Friday (8 AM – 11 AM), kids will dive into a lineup of enriching, imagination-powered activities. We’re talking hands-on animal interactions, creative crafts that will earn prime fridge space, and team-building games that make group bonding feel like an adventure movie montage.
The camp isn’t just about fun (though there’s plenty of that). It’s designed to strengthen environmental awareness in a sneaky, “they’re learning but don’t realize they’re learning” way — teaching kids how animals help keep nature balanced, and why sustainability matters.
Inspired by Nature, Backed by Vision
Mahmoud Salem Al Qubaisi, Unit Head of School Programs at the Sheikh Zayed Desert Learning Centre, sums it up perfectly: the winter camp supports Abu Dhabi’s 2030 vision for sustainability and the 2025 Year of the Community goals. Translation? This camp isn’t just a fun week — it’s shaping tomorrow’s nature heroes.
He adds that these programs help unlock the potential of future generations, nurturing a community that values the environment and cares for the planet. So yes, your child might come back home talking passionately about biodiversity — don’t be surprised.
A Legacy of Learning Since 2009
Al Ain Zoo’s camps have been running since 2009, growing bigger and better every year. Their mission stays true: live in harmony with wildlife. Through research, species care, and knowledge-sharing, the Zoo continues to inspire positive behaviors toward biodiversity — and the winter camp is one of its standout initiatives.
Two Weeks of Wild Fun
Mark your calendars — the winter camp comes in two sessions:
- Week 1: December 8–12
- Week 2: December 15–19
Whether your kids join one week or both, they’re in for a memorable journey through nature, wildlife, creativity, and discovery.
Get ready for stories about cheetahs, crafts made from who-knows-what, and kids who suddenly become mini wildlife ambassadors. This winter at Al Ain Zoo? It’s going to be wild — in the best way possible.
