A unique learning and fun experience for your children in Sardinia
Summer Campus Small Paleontologist and Archaeologist
An unforgettable summer among dinosaurs and ancient artifacts awaits you at PARC in Genoni! Let's turn your children's vacation into a scientific, outdoor adventure in the heart of Sardinia.
Specialized Team and Experience
Summer camps are supervised by a specialized team of staff available daily that includes, in addition to educators, an Archaeologist and a Geologist/Paleontologist. Summer camps are one-day, usually Saturday, three- to six-day full-board camps. Many years of experience in museum education confirms Juno Soc Coop as the specialist in museum education and applied science education.
Location and Facilities
The summer campus takes place in the territory of Genoni, in the various museum facilities managed by Juno Soc Coop and exploring the area, the Giara Park and for overnight stay at the Cuaddus e Tellas farmhouse.
Security and Insurance
All activities are carried out in the utmost safety, and in addition to the company’s normal third-party insurance, ad hoc insurance is taken out for each summer campus and date. For this purpose, it is always necessary to receive the completed registration forms.
Summer campus calendar 2026
All available dates
June
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Monday, June 15 - Saturday, June 20 - FULL.
6 days - Paleontology and Archaeology Campus. -
Monday, June 22 - Wednesday, June 24 - FULL
3 days - Archaeology Campus -
Monday, June 29 - Saturday, July 4 - FULL
6 days - Paleontology and Archaeology Campus.
July
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Monday, July 6 - Wednesday, July 8 - CONFIRMED.
3 days - Paleontology Campus -
Monday, July 13 - Wednesday, July 15
3 days - Archaeology Campus -
Monday, July 20 - Saturday, July 25
6 days - Paleontology Campus - IN GERMANY - CONFIRMED. -
Monday, July 27 - Saturday, August 1
6 days - Paleontology Campus - IN GERMANY
August
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Monday, Aug. 10 - Wednesday, Aug. 12
3 days - Paleontology Campus -
Monday, Aug. 17 - Saturday, Aug. 22
6 days - Paleontology and Archaeology Campus. -
Monday, Aug. 24 - Wednesday, Aug. 26
3 days - Paleontology Campus
September
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Monday, Aug. 31 - Saturday, Sept. 5
6 days - Paleontology and Archaeology Campus -
Monday, Sept. 7 - Wednesday, Sept. 9
3 days - Archaeology Campus
Summer Camps for Small Paleontologists and Archaeologists in Sardinia.
Description and details about the summer camp
Age of Participants at Science Campuses
Our summer camps for children in Sardinia are dedicated to young scientists ages 7 to 12, the perfect age to get excited about paleontology and archaeology through play and discovery.
PARC Museum Scientific Instrumentation
The PARC Museum provides participants with professional equipment for a unique educational experience:
- Vibroincisors for fossil cleaning
- Microchisels for precision work
- Microscopes for the analysis of artifacts
- Video projector for multimedia lessons
- 3D viewers for virtual exploration
- Sieves, brushes, chisels, and hammers for excavation simulations
- Complete kit of the Little Paleontologist-Archaeologist
The kit used during the campus is included and can be taken home to continue the science adventure after the experience.
What is being done at the Little Paleontologist's Summer Campus and the Little Archaeologist's Summer Campus.
Our science summer camps in Sardinia combine theoretical and practical training through:
- Guided science experiments
- Fossil cleaning simulations and archaeological finds
- Playful approach to fossilization and tectonics
- Study of stratigraphy and dating methods
Scientist's kit included
Each participant receives a personal kit with:
- Official PARC backpack
- Geologist's hammer or archaeologist's shovel
- Chisel
- Brush for cleaning exhibits
- Documentation of the Little Paleontologist/Archeologist.
Little paleontologist and archaeologist's summer camps
A Typical Day at the Summer Campus Between Paleontology and Archaeology
Day
Activities from 7:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Morning
- 7:30/8:00 a.m. - Wake up
- 8:00-8:45 a.m. - Breakfast at Cuaddus e Tellas Farmhouse
- 9:00-11:00 a.m. - Move to Geosite "Duidduru Quarry" for paleontological excavation simulation or to the area for archaeological excavation simulation
- 11:00 a.m. - Snack
- 11:30-13:00 - Museum activities: preparation and cleaning of geological or archaeological samples and analysis
- 13:00-14:00 - Lunch at the museum
Afternoon
- 2:00-3:30 p.m. - Relaxation time with documentary/movie or group games
- 15:30-16:30 - Activities in the lab related to the topics covered
- 16:30 - Afternoon snack
- 17:00-18:30 - Outdoor activities: hiking in Giara Park, Nurallao forest or fairy tale forest in Pau
- 19:00 - Showers and phone calls home
- 20:00 - Dinner
Afternoon
Activities from 8:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.
- Until 11:30 p.m. - Group games in the square or suitable areas
- If possible - Moving to Laconi for Escape Room
- After 11:30 p.m. - Preparation for rest and overnight stay in dormitories
- Overnight stays in 4/6-seater dormitories with bathrooms, divided by gender
- Alternatives - Weather permitting: hanging tents in the Museum grounds.
Important Information
- Supervision: Children are always supervised by at least two/three caregivers 24 hours a day
- Transportation: Transportation is by two 9-passenger vans.
- Night care: Operators present in the rooms or antechamber throughout the night
- Flexibility: The program is subject to change based on weather and group needs
Camp start and end times
Three-Day Summer Camps
- Beginning: Monday morning at 9:00 a.m.
- End: Wednesday at 5:00 p.m.
Six Day Summer Camps
- Beginning: Monday morning at 9:00 a.m.
- End: Saturday at 4:00 p.m.
Note: Camps are confirmed with a minimum number of 8 children.
Little paleontologist and archaeologist's summer camps
Summary of Summer Campus Costs.
The cost of the one-day camp is €45 per child and includes:
- Lunch
- snacks 2
- little archaeologist/paleontologist kit
- registration fee
- insurance
The cost of the six-day camp is € 530 per child (€ 510 each for double enrollment same family, e.g., siblings/sisters, second consecutive year) and includes:
- 6 lunches (may be packed lunches)
- 12 snacks
- 5 dinners
- 5 overnights
- little archaeologist and paleontologist kit
- Continuous presence of educators/operators
- registration fee
- insurance
The cost of the three-day campus is € 280 per child (€ 270 each for double enrollment same family, e.g., siblings/sisters, second consecutive year) and includes:
- 3 lunches (can be packed lunches)
- 6 snacks
- 2 dinners
- 2 overnights
- small archaeologist/paleontologist kit
- Continuous presence of educators/operators
- registration fee
- insurance
Minimum and maximum number of participants
The Summer Campus is confirmed upon reaching 8 children enrolled. The maximum number for each one-day campus is 15/20 children, for three-day campuses it is 12/16.
How to Book Summer Campuses
Information and Reservations
Contact and Reservation
For information and registration, we are at your disposal:
- Telefono e WhatsApp: +39 33 91 676 8863
- Email: parcgenoni@gmail.com
The reservation is considered fully confirmed only after receiving our official confirmation email.
Method of Enrollment
Limited places are available. In case of high demand, priority will be given according to the chronological order of receipt of registrations complete with all required documents.
Our staff members are available to update you on the enrollment numbers for each campus and to help you identify the date and group best suited to your child’s needs.
Documentation and Preparation
A 30% down payment is required with online booking. The balance will be due upon final confirmation of the camp.
When the reservation is completed, the system automatically generates the registration form with all the child’s data including allergies and intolerances.
The form should be:
- Signed (handwritten or digitally)
- Returned signed to be attached to insurance documentation (form can also be signed by hand at the beginning of camp)
Afterwards you will receive:
- The complete list of essentials to bring
- The list of discouraged items
Campus Photos and Memories
During the campus we take group and individual photos to document:
- The activities carried out
- Highlights of the experience
- Small Paleontologist/Archaeologist graduation ceremony.
Image Release: At registration, permission to use photos is requested. At the end of the campus, all images will be shared with families in personalized folders. For children without releases, faces will be blacked out in group photos.
Our Guarantee
We ensure the utmost helpfulness, professionalism and care to create a memorable and safe experience for all children.
Summer camp 3 days
3 days paleontology or 3 days archaeology-
€ 270 - second consecutive year
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€ 270 - double entry same family
Summer camp 6 days
3 days paleontology and 3 days archaeology-
510 - second consecutive year
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€ 510 - double entry same family
Summer camp 1 day
To be selected on one of the confirmed dates-
bookable by e-mail
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or by phone
Also in 2026
AD HOC PROPOSALS FOR MUNICIPALITIES, TOY LIBRARIES AND PUBLIC AGENCIES
F.A.Q.
Frequently asked questions
Calls home are scheduled from 7 to 8 p.m. In case the participant does not have a phone, he/she can use the camp phone.
Absolutely. Practitioners read child-friendly readings for the whole group.
Absolutely not, including those of the cell phone.
Yes, it is possible to bring the camera. The operators take photos of the activities of all the children and at the end of the camp send all the photos to the parents via email.
Photo Gallery
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