Student Journeys Central and South America Trips

These locally guided expeditions allow you to take your group off the beaten path and get hands on experiences in different regions and cultures of Central and South America. Student Journey adventures showcase Central and South America’s incredible geographic diversity, cultural richness, and up-close wildlife encounters. Click below to learn more about our exclusive departures.

COSTA RICA ECO-ADVENTURE – Take high speed zipline tours, hike with expert guides, and hop aboard a private boat tour in order to explore the ecosystems of the jungles, canyons, and lakes of Costa Rica. Enjoy the tastes of the local cuisine and relax in the natural hot springs of the area. Take your students on Student Journey to the definition of paradise, where they’ll learn about the nature and the culture of one of Central America’s most beautiful regions.  (View More)

COSTA RICA SERVICE PROJECT – All the traditional fun and adventure of a Costa Rica Trip with the addition of volunteer service. There’s no better way to get to know a culture and its people than to roll up your sleeves and spend a day working to improve their community. Of course your student group will also have time to enjoy local adventures and bask in the Central American sun. (View More)

INCA TRAIL HIKE, PERU – Start off with an expertly guided tour of the center of the Inca Empire and visit three archeological sites to learn about the history of the area. Hike the Inca Trail stopping at local villages, fortresses, natural hot springs, and sites of ancient ruins along the way. Your guides will take you to see a cloud forest and teach you about rare and unique flora and fauna along your hike. (View More)

PANAMA CULTURE AND NATURE TRIP – Travel the Panama Canal by land to learn from expert guides about the history of the canal and about how it operates, then take a boat ride through the canal at high speed to Gatun Lake. Explore the rain forest to see over 900 species of birds, Howler Monkeys, Anteaters, and Agoutis that inhabit the area. Explore the three cities of Panama, visit ancient ruins, fly through the jungle on ziplines, and visit local communities along the canal. (View More)

GUATEMALA JUNGLES AND RUINS – Immerse yourself in the cultures of Guatemala, learn about the history of coffee, scale volcanoes, shop in local markets, take a boat ride to sight-see, and explore several ancient sights of Mayan ruins. You’ll even visit a Mayan site where a season of “Survivor” was filmed! The Guatemala Jungles and Ruins trip offers both adventure and an incredible opportunity for cultural study. (View More)

BRAZIL AMAZON BOAT EXPEDITION – Brazil Amazon Boat Expedition engages you in Brazil’s rich eco-system through a series of boat and canoe trips on Rio Negro. Immerse yourself in the sounds and colors of the Amazon Jungle through interacting with its wildlife and local Indian communities. Experience with students the boat adventure that will devlop an understanding of one of the world’s most influential rainforest. (View More)

A TASTE OF BRAZIL – Take your group on a Student Journey to Brazil to tour mountains, beaches, cities, and villages; visit the world-famous Statue of Christ; immerse yourselves in the traditional beats and rhythms of traditional Brazilian music; and enjoy the sights, sounds, and tastes of Brazilian culture. In addition to Rio de Janeiro, your student group will also visit the historically and culturally rich Salvador da Bahia. (View More)

BRAZIL AMAZON JUNGLE EXPERIENCE – The Brazilian Amazon Jungles bring you face-to-face with one of the biggest influences on the world’s fragile eco-system, the Brazilian Amazon rainforest. The import role the rainforest plays on the world’s eco-system is one of major reasons why more and more travelers are taking the adventure of a life time and going on Brazilian Amazon Jungle. (View More)

ECO ADVENTURES IN THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC – This trip is non-stop action and adventure. Body surf the ocean waves, mountain bike, learn to windsurf, go white-water rafting, go horseback riding, sail a catamaran, snorkel, and visit a natural water park! Take your student group to explore the natural and cultural wonders of the Dominican Republic in the Carribean.  (View More)

 

GALAPAGOS VOLUN-TOUR – Galapagos Volunteering is about much more than just seeing the Galapagos, it is about working to help solve its problems and experiencing its beauty. You will wield a machete one day and plant and nurture endemic plants the next. Get to know the local wildlife – up close and personal!  Join us to discover the wonders of the world’s most unique archipelago. (View More)

COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT IN EL SALVADOR – This tour is based in Ciudad Romero, a village known for its farming community. The tour is organized and run by local community members and gives students hands on learning experienes as they partake in a variety of service projects in areas such as: organic farms, a sea turtle hatchery, youth art classes, and a community-powered radio station. (View More)

THE BELIZE ROAD LESS TRAVELED – This 7 day, multi-activity adventure takes you into the jungles of Belize to stay in unique lodges, explore ancient Mayan Ruins, and hike river cave systems, and rainforests on foot, by bike, in canoes, and on inner-tubes. You’ll also get to explore the largest reef in the Western Hemisphere, and you’ll have plenty of time to relax on Belize’s white sand beaches and cool off in its crystal clear waters. (View More)

THE GUATEMALAN MULTI-SPORT -  This 8 day excursion will take you off the beaten trail to explore volcanoes, Mayan highlands, local homes, gorgeous lakes, and local markets. You’ll hike, bike, and canoe up mountains, through forests, and into towns to take in the incredible mountainous and volcanic scenery, interact with the indigenous people of the region, and study the rich culture of Guatemala. (View More)

CREATE YOUR OWN CUSTOM ITINERARY – Don’t see what you are dreaming of in one of our pre-designed trips?  No worries, contact us with your ideas and we will create a custom itinerary for your group!