Hawaiʻi & Kauaʻi: Small-Group Teen Adventure
Program Overview
Explore Hawaiʻi Island and Kauaʻi over 14 days with a small group of teenagers ages 13–16. Earn your PADI Open Water scuba certification, snorkel with manta rays after dark, learn to surf, hike island trails, swim in the Pacific, and camp near the ocean.
Two experienced Wild Traveler trip leaders accompany no more than 12 participants. Our leaders are outdoor educators with at least five years of experience working with teenagers. They bring sound judgment, warmth, and the skills to help everyone feel welcome, work through challenges, and grow in confidence. Professional local instructors teach scuba diving and surfing.
Participants help cook meals, care for camp, and take on shared responsibilities. Between the big adventures, there is time for laughter, unexpected discoveries, and friendships built through experiencing something new together. No previous scuba, surfing, or camping experience is required.
Summer 2027 departures: June 30–July 13 and July 17–30. Tuition: $6,995. Arrival and departure: Honolulu. Tuition includes meals, accommodations, program transportation, activities, permits, group equipment, and leadership. Families arrange travel to and from Honolulu.
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Program Highlights
What's Included
Quick Details
- 1-2 Weeks
- Community Service & Volunteering
- Experiential Learning
- Outdoor Education
Updated Nov 10, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Captain Cook, Hawaii (USA)
- Kailua-Kona, Hawaii (USA)
- Kauai, Hawaii (USA)
Types & Subjects
- Focus Areas
- Community Service & Volunteering
- Experiential Learning
- Outdoor Education
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- 2027
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accommodation Options
- Group living
- Other
Application Procedures
- Online Application
Age Requirement
9-17
Duration
- 1-2 Weeks
Starts At
- 14 days: $6,995
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What ages can join, and when does the program run?
This adventure is for ages 13–16. Our 14-day Summer 2027 departures are June 30–July 13 and July 17–30. The group meets and departs in Honolulu. GoAbroad uses broad age categories; our actual participant age range is 13–16.
Who leads the trip, and how big is the group?
Two experienced trip leaders accompany no more than 12 teenagers, supported by a logistics coordinator. Our leaders are outdoor educators with at least five years of experience working with teens. Professional local instructors teach scuba diving and surfing.
Where do participants sleep?
We camp in shared tents at established campgrounds, including beautiful sites near the ocean. All campsites have restrooms and showers. Participants share tents with other Wild Traveler students, while trip leaders camp nearby. Cooking, caring for camp, and daily life together are part of the adventure.
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