May 12, 2026

Summer Camps in Mexico 2026: The Ultimate Guide to the Santa Úrsula Experience

Summer camps in Mexico 2026 represent the most powerful tool for developing youth resilience and leadership. At Camp Santa Úrsula, the summer is a transformative emotional journey that integrates extreme adventure, fraternity-based living, and a total digital detox for children and teens aged 6 to 17.

The 2026 season is just around the corner, and preparing as a family is the first step to ensuring this experience marks a turning point in your children's lives. It is not just about picking an activity for the holidays; it is about choosing an environment carefully designed according to the age, stage, and specific needs of each group of campers, allowing every participant to face challenges tailored to their development and interests.

Specialized Programs: A Path for Every Age

The success of a summer experience lies in specialization. At Santa Úrsula, we divide our offer so that the pedagogical impact is maximized, ensuring that every camper meets peers at their same evolutionary stage and challenge level.

School Camps and Graduations

Our school programs are specially aimed at 6th-grade elementary school promotion campers. For these children, the primary focus is on integration and coexistence, celebrating the end of a crucial academic stage with experiences that reinforce brotherhood before entering middle school. You can learn more about this modality in our school camp section.

Traditional Summer (Ages 6 to 15)

The heart of the season welcomes children and adolescents into an environment of fraternities and special challenges. This is where adventure and teamwork become the foundation of daily life. Campers learn to fend for themselves while being part of something bigger, participating in the full summer camps itinerary.

Santa Úrsula Evolution (Ages 15 to 17)

For older teens, we created the Evolution program, focused on identity and personal growth. At this level, adolescents stop being simple participants and begin making decisions about the program itself, proposing ideas and helping organize dynamics, which develops unparalleled autonomy and confidence.

Purposeful Activities: The Stage for Transformation

In our facilities, every attraction has an objective that goes beyond adrenaline. We don't just want kids to have fun; we want them to discover capabilities they often didn't know they had by facing physical and emotional challenges.

Adrenaline and Skill

The Go-Kart track and Canopy (zip line) circuits are much more than just speed. They are spaces where campers practice quick decision-making and nerve control under pressure. Similarly, Rappel and Climbing foster the overcoming of fears and trust in both the security equipment and oneself.

Connection with the Essential

Contact with the earth in the Vegetable Garden and Farm allows children to develop empathy and responsibility by caring for other living beings. Other activities such as Horseback Riding, Canoes and Kayaks, and Archery and Rifle Shooting require concentration and patience that the digital world rarely allows them to practice. If you want to see the full catalog of what we offer, visit our activities list.

Mental and Emotional Preparation: The Role of Parents

Enrolling your children in summer camps in Mexico 2026 is only the beginning; the most vital role starts at home. To truly enjoy this experience, children must come mentally prepared to step out of their comfort zone.

Talking as a Family: Zero Surprises

It is essential that nothing comes as a surprise. Chatting about what they will experience helps decrease nerves and sparks excitement for the adventure. They must understand they will live new activities and constant coexistence with other children. When a camper arrives knowing what to expect, their adaptation process is much faster and more natural.

Transmitting Security

Children absorb the emotions of adults. If parents transmit enthusiasm, security, and confidence, their children will arrive much calmer. Motivate them to try new things and remind them they don't have to be perfect; the most important thing is to dare and enjoy the process. This is the heart of our philosophy at about us.

The Return of the Fraternities: Forza and Volta

This summer 2026, the Forza and Volta fraternities return stronger than ever. This system is not just a competition; it is a structure of brotherhood and mutual support that strengthens the sense of belonging among campers. Belonging to a fraternity gives children an immediate reference group, facilitating socialization and care among peers.

Isla Conejo: Survival Edition

One of the most intense experiences of the summer will once again be Isla Conejo Survival Edition. In this program, adventure, leadership, endurance, and teamwork are the basis of every challenge. Participants must develop a great capacity for adaptation through extreme adventure dynamics that mark them forever.

Integral Well-being: Nutrition and Staff

To sustain this level of physical activity, nutrition is an absolute priority. We don't serve conventional fast food; we design balanced menus that provide the necessary nutrients for a growing athlete. You can see more details in our nutrition section.

Behind every activity is a highly qualified staff team that not only watches over safety but also acts as a mentor and emotional guide for the children. The final objective is to form young leaders capable of making responsible decisions and discovering the positive impact they can generate in others.

Why Choose Santa Úrsula in 2026?

Every summer represents a unique opportunity to discover new strengths and create unforgettable friendships. In an increasingly automated world, the skills practiced in our workshops—such as assertive communication, empathy, and resilience—are what truly define a young person's future success.

The combination of world-class infrastructure with a deep human methodology makes us the benchmark for summer camps in Mexico 2026. Here, participants don't just come to pass the time; they come to transform into stronger and braver versions of themselves.

When a camper arrives willing to live the adventure, the magic really happens. We are ready to welcome a new generation of leaders who proudly defend their identity and their values.

Are you ready for your children to live the summer of their lives? The registration process for summer camps in Mexico 2026 is now open. Secure their place in this transformative experience and prepare them to discover their full potential. See you at Santa Úrsula!

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Upcoming experiences

Adventures, learning and friendship await you at Camp Santa Úrsula!

Camp Santa Ursula Summer Camp
July 5 to 18

Summer Camp 1

Immerse yourself in two weeks full of fun, learning and exciting adventures at our first summer camp. From exciting outdoor activities to creative workshops.

The Camp is exclusively for boys and girls from 7 to 15 years old.
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Camp Santa Ursula Summer Camp
July 10 to 18

Summer Camp 2

The fun continues with our second summer camp! From July 20 to 28, your children will have the opportunity to explore our activities, challenge their limits and immerse themselves in exciting adventures.

The Camp is exclusively for boys and girls from 7 to 15 years old.
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Campamento de Verano Camp Santa Ursula
25 al 31 de julio

Campamento de Verano Evolution

Nuevo Campamento
Del 25 al 31 de julio, no solo se desconectan del celular, sino que se reconectan consigo mismos entre actividades de aventura, liderazgo y reflexión.

Camp Evolution es exclusivamente para adolescentes de 15 a 17 años de edad.
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Explore a place where every day is a new adventure!
With nearly 50 years of experience, we have witnessed the transformation in the lives of thousands of boys and girls aged 7 to 15, creating memories that last forever.
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What our campers think

“From the reception area everything is excellently well maintained, my daughter has had one of the best experiences, since her first day she felt taken care of.”

Liliana S.

Mama Camper

“My son was super happy!! He came out telling me that it was better than Disney! And that he wants to come back next year.”

Gabriela E.

Mama Camper

“The arrival at the camp was very interactive and they made sure that the boys and girls would relax and feel at home. The office service is always attentive and very quick to respond.”

Begoña

Mama Camper

“The place is beautiful and every activity is safe. The food and desserts taste great. My son returned very happy to have gone and he had a great time.”

Álvaro S.

Papa Camper

“The camp met our expectations one hundred percent! My youngest son was happy all 15 days and doesn't hesitate to return next year. He learned to be more independent.”

Veronica M.

Mama Camper

Frequently Asked Questions about the camp

We answer all your questions!

What is the age range for children to sign up for camp?

In the Camps we only welcome boys and girls from 7 to 15 years of age.

Who takes care of the children?

The children are cared for by an instructor and an assistant, together with instructors specialized in various activities and camp managers who are on the lookout for all campers.

If my child goes with a friend can they be together?

Yes, as long as the children are the same age and both they and the parents agree. Although we can't commit to more than 3 campers on the same team.

Do the rooms or cabins have their own bathrooms?

The vast majority of rooms or cabins have their own bathroom.

Do you help young children bathe and dress?

No, we ask that you consider that children should be independent in activities such as bathing, dressing, combing their hair, going to the bathroom and taking care of their things. Instructors are waiting, but cannot take care of each child individually.

How is communication with children? Can we talk to them?

Calls are not allowed. The communication is through messages on the camp page, delivered daily at breakfast time or the first activity in the morning. Children respond to these messages in letters that are taken photos and sent to the parents' emails.

If my child is carrying medications, how do they manage them?

We have medical staff who administer medications. Parents should write down the information in the registry and hand in medications when leaving their children at the camp.

What do you do in case of an accident? Do they warn us?

The protocols are followed. In case of minor injuries, there is no warning so as not to worry parents. There's a paramedic in the camp. In more serious cases, parents are contacted before taking the child to the hospital.

Do you have any health insurance?

Yes, we have accident insurance that covers up to $150,000.00.

How safe is the camp? Do you have any systems in place?

The camp is safe, with measures such as electric fences, closed circuit television, among others.

What are the foods like? Can you briefly describe what they eat?

  • Breakfast: Fruits, juices, smoothies, milk, cereal, eggs, beans, chilaquiles, waffles, hot cakes, sweet bread.
  • Food: Salads, vegetables, soup, cream, chicken, fish, beef or pork, flavored waters and dessert.
  • Dinner: Salad, cereal, sweet bread, pizzas, club sandwiches, muffins, milk, flavored water, tacos.
  • Refreshments (mid-morning and mid-afternoon): Flavoured water, fruit, vegetables, whole wheat crackers, sandwiches, wraps, popsicles, jellies, and so on.
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