North India: Himalayan Trekking & Traditions (Summer)
Program Overview
Join us for a trekking intensive program that explores environmental and rural community resiliency among one of the most stunning landscapes on Earth. This four-week summer abroad in North India is for students interested in engaging in environmental and cultural preservation, honing their trekking skills*, and learning about Tibetan Buddhism.
Clinging to the far western flank of the Tibetan pla...
Join us for a trekking intensive program that explores environmental and rural community resiliency among one of the most stunning landscapes on Earth. This four-week summer abroad in North India is for students interested in engaging in environmental and cultural preservation, honing their trekking skills*, and learning about Tibetan Buddhism.
Clinging to the far western flank of the Tibetan plateau, jagged peaks and windswept valleys have preserved mainly the indigenous mountain cultures of Ladakh. Our exploration begins close to the regional capital, Leh, where we acclimatize to the elevation. We examine how the unique Ladakhi heritage and fragile high desert ecosystem interact with the region's shifting cultural, ecological, and economic pressures.
* Note: Participants receive Wilde...
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- Summer
- Asian Studies
- Conflict Studies
- Environmental Studies
- Ethnic Studies
- Foreign Language
Updated Sep 2, 2026
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Locations
- New Delhi, India
Types & Subjects
- Subjects & Courses
- Asian Studies
- Conflict Studies
- Environmental Studies
- Ethnic Studies
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- 2026
- Terms Available
- Summer
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Group
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- Some high school, no diploma
- High School Junior (3rd Year)
- High School Senior (4th Year)
Accommodation Options
- Group living
- Home-stays
Application Procedures
- Phone/Video Interview
- Physical Exam/Health Records
- Online Application
Age Requirement
14-17
Duration
- 2-4 Weeks
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Refund Policy
Refund with conditions
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