High School Study Abroad in Belize

GoEco is one of the world’s top volunteer organizations, with award-winning and ethical programs selected by sustainable travel experts. Since 2006, tens of thousands of volunteers have taken part in projects and internships worldwide, focusing on wildlife and marine conservation, education, and medical initiatives. GoEco operates in over 50 countries, providing unique cultural immersive experiences that aim to make a positive impact on the environment and society. The organization also offers internships and academic programs for students. GoEco provides safe and meaningful experiences while promoting sustainable travel and reducing carbon emissions.

This program finds you traveling through Belize, Guatemala, and Costa Rica to experience first-hand some of the world’s most diverse ecosystems. Studying Biology is the ideal way to make beaches, rainforests, and reefs your classroom as you earn your senior English and Biology credits and get into the best shape of your life. Snorkeling Shark Alley, zip-lining through rainforests, trekking through jungles, hiking volcanoes, and swimming the coastlines of Central America make this program an outdoor adventure infused with scientific exploration and learning.

Experience an enriching 15-day summer program in Belize that blends marine biology and conservation with hands-on adventure. This immersive trip focuses on protecting the Western Hemisphere’s largest barrier reef by removing invasive lionfish and earning your SCUBA certification on a private Caribbean island. Students dive into marine biology activities, including reef fish identification, guided by local experts. Beyond the ocean, go on a guided visit to ancient Mayan ruins and help crocodile biologists safeguard the local marine habitats. This program doesn't just deepen your understanding of marine ecosystems but also equips essential skills in environmental stewardship. It offers a profound, lasting impact on your knowledge of global conservation efforts.

Travel to Belize this summer for a hands-on wildlife conservation adventure that immerses you in both jungle and marine ecosystems. Work alongside veterinarians at The Belize Zoo, assist conservationists at Monkey Bay Wildlife Sanctuary, and study marine life at Calabash Caye. Explore the rainforest and ancient Mayan ruins, snorkel along the barrier reef, and learn how local experts protect endangered species. This program blends fieldwork, research, and cultural experiences to inspire future careers in zoology, marine biology, and environmental science.

This small but incredibly vibrant country offers a rare blend of ocean exploration, cultural immersion, and rainforest discovery you won’t find anywhere else. Your adventure begins on the shores of Caye Caulker, where you’ll snorkel the world-renowned Meso-American Barrier Reef—home to sea turtles, nurse sharks, rays, and brilliantly colored coral. Then, trade sandy beaches for lush jungle as you head inland to uncover the secrets of Belize’s thriving ecosystems. Track wild animals with expert guides, band tropical birds like a real ornithologist, and immerse yourself in local culture through farm tours, cooking workshops, and spirited Kriol drumming around the fire. Along the way, you’ll meet conservation leaders and learn how communities across Belize are working to protect their environment. This is more than a trip—it’s a hands-on journey through the wild heart of Central America.