Atlantis Kids Adventures (AKA)
Family of 4
Half-day session: approximately $65-85 per child.
Duration
3-4 hours (half-day session)
Best Ages
3-12 years
About
Atlantis Kids Adventures — AKA as it's known at the resort — is Atlantis Paradise Island's dedicated children's program, and it solves the universal family vacation dilemma: how do parents get some adult time while kids have a genuinely amazing experience?
The program serves children ages 3 to 12 with rotating daily activities that go well beyond typical kids' club fare. On any given day, kids might participate in a culinary workshop (making pizzas, decorating cupcakes, or mixing smoothies), a marine science session (learning about sharks, rays, and sea turtles from the Atlantis marine biologists), an art project (painting, pottery, or Bahamian crafts), a resort-wide treasure hunt, or various games and sports.
The space is purpose-built for engagement — bright colors, age-appropriate equipment, indoor and outdoor areas, and video game stations for downtime. Counselors are professionally trained, enthusiastic, and maintain excellent staff-to-child ratios. They're skilled at integrating shy or first-time kids and keeping the energy level high without it becoming chaotic.
The most popular offering is the evening "Kids Night Out" program, which gives parents a rare child-free evening. Kids eat dinner together, play group games, watch a movie, and have a genuine social experience with other resort kids. Meanwhile, parents get to enjoy Nobu, Café Martinique, or one of Atlantis's other fine dining restaurants without managing a kids' menu situation.
It's the most heavily booked session — reserve early.
AKA is exclusively for Atlantis resort guests, so this is relevant if you're staying on the property. Pricing runs approximately $65-85 per child for a half-day session and $55-75 for the evening program (which includes dinner). Given the quality of the programming and the parental freedom it provides, most families consider it money well spent.
Register at the Atlantis concierge desk upon arrival, or call ahead for popular dates like school holidays and cruise ship high season. Drop-off and pickup are quick, and the staff will text or call parents immediately if any issues arise.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
Yes
Nursing / Changing
Available
Kid Meals
Available
Setting
Indoor & Outdoor
Rainy Day
Great option!
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Morning sessions tend to have more activities scheduled. Evening sessions available for 'Kids Night Out' where parents get date night.
Wait Times
Pre-registered, no wait. Book during check-in or in advance for popular dates.
Nearby Food
AKA sessions often include snacks or meals. Otherwise, Atlantis has dozens of restaurants. Murray's Deli and Anthony's Grill have kids' menus. Poseidon's Table buffet lets picky eaters choose their own food.
Why Kids Love It
Atlantis Kids Adventures is the resort's dedicated kids' program, and it's designed to feel like a continuation of the Atlantis adventure rather than just a babysitting service. Activities rotate daily and include culinary lessons where kids make their own pizzas or decorate cupcakes, marine science workshops where they learn about the ocean animals they've been seeing in The Dig, interactive art projects, treasure hunts through the resort, video gaming, and outdoor activities. The counselors are energetic and trained to engage kids across the 3-12 age range.
The space itself is colorful and purpose-built for play. What kids love most is the independence — they're doing fun things without parents hovering, which feels like a big deal especially for the 6-10 age group. The 'Kids Night Out' evening program is popular: kids eat dinner together, play games, and watch a movie while parents get a rare kid-free evening.
Pro Tips from Parents
- Book early for Kids Night Out (evening program) — it's the most popular session and fills up fast
- Morning sessions tend to include more varied activities than afternoon sessions
- Brief the counselors about your child's interests at drop-off — they'll steer them toward matching activities
- Use AKA time strategically — book the spa, have a nice dinner, or enjoy the casino without guilt
- Pack a light snack in case your child is a picky eater at the included meals
What to Bring
- Change of clothes (some activities involve water or mess)
- Sunscreen applied before drop-off
- Any comfort items for younger children (3-4 year olds)
- Medications with written instructions if needed
- Enthusiasm and an open mind
Cost Info
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
Half-day session: approximately $65-85 per child.
Evening 'Kids Night Out': approximately $55-75 per child including dinner.
Register at the Atlantis concierge.
Atlantis hotel guests only.
Tips to Save
- AKA is only available to Atlantis resort guests.
- Build the cost into your overall Atlantis budget.
- The 'Kids Night Out' evening program includes dinner, making it a better per-hour value than daytime sessions.
- Use AKA time for the adult spa or a nice dinner.