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This beachside program in the Dominican Republic is designed for students who want their summer to feel both meaningful and unforgettable. Over eight days, you’ll live and travel along the country’s stunning coasts and vibrant towns while working with local communities on health, wellness, and small-scale development projects. You won’t just volunteer, you’ll collaborate with families, kids, and c...
This beachside program in the Dominican Republic is designed for students who want their summer to feel both meaningful and unforgettable. Over eight days, you’ll live and travel along the country’s stunning coasts and vibrant towns while working with local communities on health, wellness, and small-scale development projects. You won’t just volunteer, you’ll collaborate with families, kids, and community leaders, building real connections and learning what daily life is like far beyond the tourist beaches. Between service days, the island comes alive through snorkeling in warm Caribbean waters, relaxing on golden sand, and exploring the colorful streets of Santo Domingo, the oldest European city in the Americas. Every part of the experience is designed to balance impact and adventure, gi...
Program Highlights
Team up with a local nonprofit to support kids’ health, wellness, and community projects
Earn ~15 service hours while working side-by-side with Dominican families
Snorkel coral reefs and hang out on some of the Caribbean’s best beaches
Explore Santo Domingo’s historic old town, full of music, food, and street life
Travel with other high-schoolers and experienced Rustic Pathways leaders in a safe, supportive group
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Quick Details
- Dominican Republic
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- Summer
- Eco Tours
- Ecology
- Hiking
- Community Service & Volunteering
- Experiential Learning
- Language Immersion See more
- All Nationalities
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Program Reviews
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July 14, 2024by: Maria Escarmis - SpainI am really liking this experience, I am learning a lot about the marine life. I also really like that we do this in group because I get to bond with different people from different places and countries.
Hi Maria! Thanks for sharing your experience! We're happy to hear you gained knowledge about marine life, and that you bonded with students from different backgrounds. Maybe in the future you can visit each other in your respective countries? We hope to see you next summer too!
amazing experience
July 14, 2024by: Olivia Fabretti - Italyi loved everything about this trip and most of all the experiences. the sights were absolutely amazing and stunning. the people were so incredibly nice and welcoming, i am so glad that u participated in this program because i met amazing people and saw beautiful places.
Hey Olivia! We're also glad you participated in this program too. Thank you for being present and realizing how welcoming and nice people are in the DR. Hopefully next summer we'll see more beautiful places together!
It was cool I guess, there were goods and bads…
July 14, 2024by: Loulou Politi - United StatesI enjoyed my time in the DR, however, the people of rustic got on my nerves. There were only four students. One of the counselors was very controlling and rude. I wish phones were taken from us because they really distracted the group and caused a lot of laziness and frustration.
Hi Loulou! Thank you so much for this, and we're so sorry to hear that you did not have the absolute best experience with us! We take feedback on each step of the travel process seriously, and we'll be reviewing what you mentioned in detail. We're glad that despite all this you enjoyed your time in the DR!
Program Details
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Locations
- Dominican Republic
Types and Subjects
- Adventure Types
- Eco Tours
- Ecology
- Hiking
Availability
Years Offered: 2026, 2027
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- Summer
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
All Nationalities
This Program is also open to Solo, Group
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- All Program Activity Costs
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Accommodation Options
- Group living
- Guest House
Qualifications & Experience
- High School Freshman (1st Year)
- High School Sophomore (2nd Year)
- High School Junior (3rd Year)
- High School Senior (4th Year)
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
Ready to Learn More?
This beachside program in the Dominican Republic is designed for students who want their summer to feel both meaningful and unforgettable. Over eight days, you’ll live and travel along the country’s stunning coasts and vibrant towns while working with local communities on health, wellness, and small-scale development projects. You won’t just volunteer, you’ll collaborate with families, kids, and community leaders, building real connections and learning what daily life is like far beyond the tourist beaches. Between service days, the island comes alive through snorkeling in warm Caribbean waters, relaxing on golden sand, and exploring the colorful streets of Santo Domingo, the oldest European city in the Americas. Every part of the experience is designed to balance impact and adventure, gi...
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Ready to Learn More?
This beachside program in the Dominican Republic is designed for students who want their summer to feel both meaningful and unforgettable. Over eight days, you’ll live and travel along the country’s stunning coasts and vibrant towns while working with local communities on health, wellness, and small-scale development projects. You won’t just volunteer, you’ll collaborate with families, kids, and community leaders, building real connections and learning what daily life is like far beyond the tourist beaches. Between service days, the island comes alive through snorkeling in warm Caribbean waters, relaxing on golden sand, and exploring the colorful streets of Santo Domingo, the oldest European city in the Americas. Every part of the experience is designed to balance impact and adventure, gi...
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