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Middle School Service in Ecuador & the Galápagos
Travel from Ecuador’s Andean highlands to the legendary Galápagos Islands on a summer program designed for middle school students. Live for nine days in a welcoming Kichwa community and join residents in meaningful service—supporting light construction, harvesting crops, and learning local traditions. Then explore the Galápagos’ extraordinary wildlife, from giant tortoises to blue-footed boobies, ...
Travel from Ecuador’s Andean highlands to the legendary Galápagos Islands on a summer program designed for middle school students. Live for nine days in a welcoming Kichwa community and join residents in meaningful service—supporting light construction, harvesting crops, and learning local traditions. Then explore the Galápagos’ extraordinary wildlife, from giant tortoises to blue-footed boobies, while hiking, biking, and snorkeling through volcanic landscapes. Build friendships, practice Spanish, and experience two of the world’s most biodiverse regions.
Program Highlights
Join service projects with a Kichwa community
Celebrate Inti-Raymi with local friends
Hike to hot springs and a coffee cooperative
Snorkel with sea lions in a protected bay
Explore giant tortoises, lava tunnels, and more
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Quick Details
- Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
- 2-4 Weeks
- Summer
- Community Development
- All Nationalities
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Program Details
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Locations
- Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
Types and Subjects
- Causes
- Community Development
Availability
Years Offered: 2025, 2026
- 2-4 Weeks
- Summer
Age Requirement
9-13
Guidelines
All Nationalities
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- All Program Activity Costs
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Accommodation Options
- Group living
- Guest House
- Other
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- Grade school to 8th grade
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
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Travel from Ecuador’s Andean highlands to the legendary Galápagos Islands on a summer program designed for middle school students. Live for nine days in a welcoming Kichwa community and join residents in meaningful service—supporting light construction, harvesting crops, and learning local traditions. Then explore the Galápagos’ extraordinary wildlife, from giant tortoises to blue-footed boobies, while hiking, biking, and snorkeling through volcanic landscapes. Build friendships, practice Spanish, and experience two of the world’s most biodiverse regions.
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Ready to Learn More?
Travel from Ecuador’s Andean highlands to the legendary Galápagos Islands on a summer program designed for middle school students. Live for nine days in a welcoming Kichwa community and join residents in meaningful service—supporting light construction, harvesting crops, and learning local traditions. Then explore the Galápagos’ extraordinary wildlife, from giant tortoises to blue-footed boobies, while hiking, biking, and snorkeling through volcanic landscapes. Build friendships, practice Spanish, and experience two of the world’s most biodiverse regions.
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