Space camp in the Maldives
Adventurers from ages 8 to 16 are invited to embark on a summer quest on the private island – led by American astronaut, Nicole Stott from August 11th to 20th 2022 — a Play by COMO experience for younger guests, complimentary to join in with every stay during these dates.
NICOLE STOTT
Nicole Stott is a NASA astronaut (retired), aquanaut, artist, author, engineer, and most importantly a mother. She is also the co-founder of the Space for Art foundation. Her career at NASA spanned almost three decades. She has spent 104 days in space at the International Space Station (ISS) and was the tenth woman in history to conduct a space walk.
This camp promises both adventure and education in an immersive, one-of-a-kind experience. Join at any date and jump into a fun-filled itinerary of space-themed island activities that include:
Stargazing in the Evenings
Let Nicolle; astronaut-in-residence regale you with up close and personal tales of the stars. The dark sky reserves of the Maldives allow for incredible viewing of the Milky Way, even from the naked eye.
Space Suit Decorating
Leave your unique mark on a real space suit using special paints. If the force is with us, Nicole Stott’s artwork project will be worn by astronauts on space flights, reinforcing a connection between art and science.
Postcards to Space
Join Stott’s international space mail project by writing to the brave astronauts in space. The messages and artwork will be combined with contributions from children around the world and sent to put a smile on the space-travellers’ faces.
Space-training Snorkel Safari
Stott once spent 18 days living underwater in preparation for spaceflight, at the Aquarius Undersea Laboratory. Hear about her experience, ask questions, then get a glimpse into the feeling on a snorkel safari in our house reef.
The rest of the schedule features more classic Play by COMO activities* such as:
Art from Above
Space Snacks
A treasure hunt on Lavadhoo Island
Family football, volleyball, baseball and cricket games
Stand-up paddleboarding and kayaking
Yoga and meditation sessions
Beach clean-ups
Movies under the stars
A bonfire night with s’mores and a talent show
Cooking classes and mocktail-making and more…
*Some activities attract a surcharge. COMO Maalifushi is the perfect destination to enjoy an an active wellness holiday for the whole family.
Contact us for more information or to book today.