Pali Adventures is a one-of-a-kind overnight summer camp for kids ages 8-16, in Southern California near Los Angeles. The Pali experience is unique: campers choose a camp activity focus for their mornings and all of their own afternoon fun for a personalized adventure. Our campers follow their dreams, try incredible new things and gain lifelong friends in a safe and supportive environment.
Send your child to the place where they will grow, feel successful and return home saying, "Pali is the best camp ever!" Before they arrive at camp, each camper chooses one focus, or "specialty, " for each week they attend our overnight camp. Mornings are spent in their chosen specialty all week, under the instruction of experts in each particular area.
Send your child to the place where they will grow, feel successful and return home saying, "Pali is the best camp ever!" Before they arrive at camp, each camper chooses one focus, or "specialty, " for each week they attend our overnight camp. Mornings are spent in their chosen specialty all week, under the instruction of experts in each particular area.
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The "Pali" in Pali Adventures comes from the nickname for Pacific Palisades, a suburb located near Los Angeles, California. It's where the camp was founded by entrepreneur, Andy Wexler. The very first "Pali Camp" was a summer day camp run by Andy and his team in 1990. His goal was to provide a safe environment for kids to try incredible new things.
Pali is different from other camps. We tailor the specialty experience to each camper. We foster a safe, supportive and non-competitive atmosphere. At enrollment, each camper selects one specialty per week. Each specialty is taught by professionals with extensive experience in the field they represent.
Campers individualize their experience by choosing three of their own afternoon activities every day from a huge list of options (70+!). We make sure campers get the activities they want, and we always add new electives as they are requested. We give each camper control over their experience and allow them to create their best summer ever.
Nights at Pali are a very special time when the entire camp comes together. Each evening is more epic than the last. Every week, campers enjoy Pali classics like the Welcome Campfire, the Rock Star Showcase, our Themed Dance and our Specialty Showcase. The rest of the week, we mix it up with camper favorites like Casino Night, Mimic Mania and so much more.
Reviews (27)
Penny Cassidy
Oct 21, 2021
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Grey Romande
Oct 16, 2021
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We had heard this place was great, and it totally was not… Our daughter vomited every day, and we had no idea till the end… I would’ve expected a call at least asking what was going on, and if that was normal. My daughter needless to say did not have a fun time… This was one of the more expensive camps out there… We were very disappointed ….particularly for how much money we spent. Other things that were terribly odd...She was told to bring 5 swimsuits, but they were not allowed to swim. The counselors would not reply, when asked if they were covid tested when returning to camp from
Bridgette Janes
Oct 15, 2021
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Andrea N.
Jul 03, 2021
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My teen daughter attended this camp the summer of 2019 and absolutely loved it. There was no doubt that she would attend again. Unfortunately, CoViD hit and the summer of 2020 was not open. Yes, we paid upfront for the camp and yes it is pricey. However Pali was very honest and upfront with their situation. They aren't a huge profit organization and many of their costs are front loaded before the camps even start. They tried to offer refunds but unfortunately couldn't get funding. The people who are complaining about this need to realize that CoViD took its toll not only on individuals
Noah B. Leeb
May 21, 2021
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Dms Inc
May 20, 2021
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My daughter absolutely loved Pali Summer Camp and is looking forward to going again this year 2021! It's worth every penny to see my teenage daughter so excited and happy to be going! She loved meeting people from around the world and just loved being able to be a kid and have fun! She's formed lasting relationships with several people and is excited to see them again.
Dan A.
Apr 30, 2021
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I had the pleasure of chaperoning our high school senior class retreat to Camp Pali and I was very impressed! From the moment we arrived, the camp staff and leadership did an amazing job of engaging the students and keeping them active and entertained. The camp counselors showed great leadership in managing our students, and they handled the entire program for the 2.5 days we were there. The activities were top notch, and our students enjoyed the ropes course, archery, sports fields/courts, hiking, and the campgrounds in general. The weather was perfect and views were breathtaking. We hope to be
Nicole R. Cuasay
Mar 02, 2021
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Ansel Brodkin
Oct 21, 2020
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Pali camp was amazing. I went there for my 5th grade trip, the food was amazing, the counselors were very nice, and the activities were like no other.
I was only there for 3 days and it was the best 3 days of my life- (an exaggeration, yes but it was still awesome.) The night hikes were very fun and informative. The cabins were clean, organized, and spacey. The bathrooms were clean.
I was only there for 3 days and it was the best 3 days of my life- (an exaggeration, yes but it was still awesome.) The night hikes were very fun and informative. The cabins were clean, organized, and spacey. The bathrooms were clean.
B. M.
Jun 14, 2020
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We never even stepped on the soil of Pali Adventures and I wish I could give them NEGATIVE stars. With Covid19 leaving us all in limbo this camp has been dishonest and cagey about opening so that they could delay refunds to the point they now say they have NO MONEY. ????? You have my money, thousands of dollars, and you are NOT open so you are NOT spending money on food, counselors, supplies, insurance etc. When it comes to my children and to the care of children overall, any business that services families should be EXTRA honest, cautious and communicative which is the OPPOSITE of what has
Ava G.
Jun 04, 2020
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If I could give this evil place 0 stars I would. I went there for 2 weeks, and it was a living hell, the counselors were the most disrespectful and rude people I have ever met! All the director type people have a special place in hell! The day I got there I knew I would regret it, they put in a nice show in from of parents, but the second it's just them in charge, they are completely different people, they refused to send my letters to my parents because they "didn't like the content" I begged them for just a 5 minute phone call with my mom, and they screamed at me, they made
South B.
Apr 25, 2020
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Been trying to get a refund for their Summer camp because of Covid for weeks now. If you can't provide the service, then you need to refund. They've been responding by giving me detailed description of what their money is used for and how they have no cash for refunds so they need our money to basically save their business. I paid for camp for MY child, NOT so that I can save YOUR business. I don't think that they understand that doing the right thing now will benefit their long term reputation because we will remember this. Families need the money for essentials because everyone
Kate M.
Aug 06, 2019
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My son just came home and I can't say enough good things about this camp! He's been to others for 2 weeks but Pali was better than any on the west coast for him. Far more organized and he had a blast!! He's already looking forward to next year! The camp was amazing too about posting photos for us all to see his fun as well as keeping us informed to all that was going on. Thank You Pali! See you next year!
Jake D.
Feb 24, 2019
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Ky-Phong T.
Jan 27, 2019
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Hannah W.
Jan 13, 2019
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Daisy P.
Oct 28, 2018
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Tonii C.
Aug 18, 2018
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Karl S.
May 27, 2017
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My daughter just visited Pali Camp. She has asthma and her emergency inhaler (emergency medicine for asthma attack) was taken from her. She was told told, not to worry. She just could ask for it and someone will bring it to her within 10-15 minutes. Good luck to anyone with asthma to hold your breath 10-15 minutes and ask for help.
This said she had fun. Nothing bad happened, just an unnecessary risk.
In the United States, all 50 states have already passed laws permitting children to carry their inhalers in school
This said she had fun. Nothing bad happened, just an unnecessary risk.
In the United States, all 50 states have already passed laws permitting children to carry their inhalers in school
Ayelet N.
Feb 20, 2017
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Eleni Menemenlis
Aug 19, 2016
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Jan T.
Jul 30, 2016
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Last year my daughter had a great time, so we were looking forward to camp this year. Unfortunately, she was cabined up with some very snotty girls who shunned her and talked about her behind her back. Firstly, what kind of parents raise kids who do this? Secondly, where were the counselors??? For almost $2000/week, my daughter had an awful time and came home heartbroken.
Jennifer D.
Jul 06, 2016
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I cannot praise this camp enough, this is my sons 2nd year attending Pali and he absolutely loves it!! He flys in from Las Vegas, and from the time he steps foot off the airplane to the time he returns to me, Pali has everything handled. Last year was my sons first year at this camp (he has attended other overnight camps) and the first thing he said to me when he got off the plane was "I can't wait for next summer to go back" that made me feel like my money was very well spent.
This camp is not cheap but it is worth the money to send your child here.
The Pali portal is absolutely
This camp is not cheap but it is worth the money to send your child here.
The Pali portal is absolutely
Guillermo A.
Jul 04, 2015
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My son is about to finish camp tomorrow. And I have seen him on few of the pictures and he has a smile appears to be having a good time. I thought about extending but he has summer school and day camp the first two weeks of August which is paid for already. Camp Pali has not camp the week before he starts school so I am sending him to another camp that is open otherwise I would have given him an additional week. He has autism and I wanted him to have a different experience with non disabled neurotypicals.
My only complaint will be that the kid's luggage were left outside the cabins
My only complaint will be that the kid's luggage were left outside the cabins
Katey J.
Apr 29, 2015
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Pali Adventures is a place to take kids from 8 to 16 years old. They love kids and its a camp I recommend to parents. My kid loves Pali, Heres a personal review from my kid:
This is my 4th time attending and i can say that this place is my safe heaven!! I love Pali Adventures, no matter what you will always have a good time! Everyone is happy and Sweet! Once you come back from the camp you are going to be smiling and full of joy! Best place i have ever been, cant wait to be a Jc in the future! I can definitely say Pali is my 2nd home!!
This is my 4th time attending and i can say that this place is my safe heaven!! I love Pali Adventures, no matter what you will always have a good time! Everyone is happy and Sweet! Once you come back from the camp you are going to be smiling and full of joy! Best place i have ever been, cant wait to be a Jc in the future! I can definitely say Pali is my 2nd home!!
Cristy T.
Apr 08, 2015
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My 11 year old son went to secret agent camp for a week last summer. The moment we saw him after the week ended, the first thing he said was "can I please go for two weeks next year?!" If he could have, he would've stayed another week or gone back last summer. It was his first time away at camp and we could not have chosen a better Camp! He is counting the days until his two weeks of secret agent camp. He loved the food, the evening activities but seriously came home in the same clothes I sent him off in! :)
Ms. D.
Jan 19, 2013
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This is the best two weeks of my daughters' lives! My youngest, who is bold and outgoing, has been coming since she was 7. All the fantastic Pali counselors took amazing care of her - she had a blast. My older daughter is very shy and reserved. She had a blast too! She got lots of personal attention and the Director kept an eye on her. They got her through her homesickness with lots of attention and love. Trapeze camp is amazing, but Rock Star is a special fave too. Oh... and Girl Power? It is everything you think it will be...AND MORE!
The counselors are amazing. They are grounded
The counselors are amazing. They are grounded
