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Our Sleep in the Deep experience takes place in our Passages of the Deep, an underwater tunnel coursing through three ocean habitats.
Sleep in the Deep is a wonderful opportunity for School, Scout, or Church groups with children 8 years or older and their chaperones to have a more in-depth visit at the Aquarium. Sleepovers include hands-on activities, a scavenger hunt through the exhibits and a morning behind-the-scenes tour! After a fun-filled evening exploring life under the ocean, groups spend the night drifting off to sleep surrounded by the denizens of the deep. All of our sleepovers include dinner and breakfast.
Sleepovers take place every Tuesday and Thursday, and every first and third Friday of the month. Sleepovers are not offered in the month of December. All three sections of Passages are available as sleepover locations, though be aware that spots are limited in each tunnel. Once you’ve reviewed our Sleepover Frequently Asked Questions below, reach out to us via our Sleepover contact form to coordinate your Sleep in the Deep.
Please Note: reaching out via the contact form is not a reservation; rather, it is the first step in the reservation process. Staff will be in contact with you as quickly as possible to discuss your Sleep in the Deep experience and confirm your space. Only those with a confirmed reservation may participate in this program.
Sleep in the Deep nights are currently only offered on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and every 1st and 3rd Friday of the month. Sleepovers are not offered during the month of December. We are currently only booking private groups for 2024 & 2025.
Be aware, sleepover nights require a minimum of 20 people total to be signed up for a sleepover night for it to take place, and are limited to a maximum of 50 people total.
If you have questions or concerns about your party size, be sure to mention them in the ‘Additional questions or comments’ when submitting your sleepover contact form.
Please be aware at this time we are only booking for the 2024 & 2025 year.
Our sleepover team will require you to have the following documents or waivers signed before your sleepover. While our staff will pass any needed documents your way, save time or help to plan ahead by reviewing our required documents and waivers.
$90 per person
Sleep in the Deep guests must be 8 years or older.
Sleepover nights are limited to a maximum of 50 people total. A minimum of 20 people must be signed up for a sleepover night for it to take place.
If you have questions or concerns about your party size, be sure to mention them in the ‘Additional questions or comments’ when submitting your sleepover contact form.
Yes! Your group will receive a provided dinner and breakfast. For the most up to date menu, view our Food & Dietary Restrictions document.
Beginning January 2024 our sleepovers take place on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and every 1st and 3rd Fridays of the month.
For the full breakdown of sleepover schedule view our Schedule of Events Guide.
Passages of the Deep features three separate tunnels, all with incredible views. Open Sea houses sharks, rays and schools of anchovy and mackerel; Halibut Flats features halibut, sturgeon, lingcod, flounder and a faux shipwreck; and Orford Reef teems with rockfish, sea stars, anemones, and wolf eels. Depending on the size of your group, you may be spread out throughout the three tunnels. Check out our Passages of the Deep pages to learn more.
The most up-to-date information about the initial deposit and timelines for payment can be found on our Group Leader Contract. Education staff will also explain your options at time of booking .
View our Schedule & What to Bring Guide for information on what to (and what not to) bring!
Air mattresses are not permitted due to limited space, but you are welcome to bring a foam sleeping pad to make your stay more comfortable.
Coastal weather ranges from mild to stormy, and changes quickly; we recommend dressing in layers and bringing a rain jacket. The morning activities take place outdoors, rain or shine. As nights are considerably cooler in Passages, we recommend bringing warm pajamas and a sleeping bag. Ear plugs and an eye mask may also make your stay more comfortable.
Sleepover groups get to explore the Aquarium without the daytime crowds, take part in an age-appropriate activity, and go on a behind-the-scenes tour. Check out the Schedule & What to Bring Guide for more details.
The Aquarium does not have showers; however, there are restrooms for changing, brushing teeth, etc.
No. Smoking, vaping, tobacco and drug use are prohibited on Aquarium grounds. Please plan accordingly.
