Quest's Camp Thunderbird
Private
Quest's Camp Thunderbird in Apopka is an ACA-accredited residential camp for children and adults with developmental disabilities (such as Down syndrome, autism, intellectual disability, and cerebral palsy), operated by the nonprofit Quest, Inc. since 1969. It offers seven weeklong overnight sessions for adults plus one week of an inclusive children's camp for ages 7-17 with and without disabilities. A 3:1 camper-to-staff ratio, certified lifeguards, an on-site infirmary, and 24-hour nursing support campers with high needs.
The practical details
We list only what the camp itself publishes, and programs change — dates, prices, ages and availability can all move after we check. Confirm the details on the camp’s own website and contact Quest's Camp Thunderbird directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★Alma KamaraMy friends experience at Camp Thunderbird was deeply concerning. There were serious issues related to staff conduct, the wellbeing and safety of campers — particularly those with disabilities — and overall management ethics. Oversight appeared minimal, and there were instances where basic care, hygiene, and respect for vulnerable individuals were severely lacking. she also witnessed deeply inappropriate behavior and poor treatment of both staff and campers. These issues deserve further scrutiny by the appropriate authorities. I would advise families and potential employees to exercise extreme caution and to ask thorough questions before becoming involved with this organization.
★★★★★Calli W.My 9YO daughter just spent the week at Camp Thunderbird. THE CAMP WQS AMAZING, THE COUNSELORS WERE AMAZING! She loved it and had so many unique experiences, we can't wait u til next year.
★★★★★Marleen VegasWe have our church encounters here and it's always a blessing. So beautiful and I love to see the animals
★★★★★LR MarreroI used to live here when i was a kid till 2003. It used to be an all boys home. Does anyone else remember this or lived here too? I was there cause my dad didnt want me after my mom tried to kill me. But it was the best time of my life. Im 30 now and i think about those years everyday. I wish i knew at least one other person who remembers this being a foster home type camp.
★★★★★Robert RudolphThis was a great experience for both our adult Autistic son and ourselves. The staff was fantastic. The care provided and activities were great. We were concerned about how our son would adjust to a new environment and the first time being away from home but it went extremely well. We checked on his progress nightly at a per-arranged time the first few nights which was more for our piece of mind. We are now on our 3rd year of sending him and will continue. I can't say enough about the directors and staff. I thank them all for the