Fly to Costa Rica, where you’ll meet your cohort and have an Orientation at the UN’s University for Peace, an oasis in the mountains outside of San José where global leaders and students alike gather to work towards a better world.

In the volcanic mountains of Costa Rica, you’ll work on an organic farm, visit hot springs, and kayak on Lake Arenal. The Arenal region is an incredible spot to understand the complexities of natural risks like volcano eruptions as well as experience the biodiversity of Costa Rica.

Explore Costa Rica’s Pacific coast, including Manuel Antonio National Park, home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Enjoy the area's unparalleled biodiversity while working on service projects. Contribute to the conservation of this biodiversity by working with sea turtles.

Cross the land border into Panama and enjoy the blissful vibes of the mountain town of Boquete. Zipline through the lush greenery of the highlands, and learn how coffee is made in one of the preeminent coffee-growing regions of the world.

Discover the history and ecology of vibrant Panama City, and work with scientists on projects that use local resources to solve environmental problems. Visit the Panama Canal and explore the impact it has had on globalization and world trade. Enjoy two free days in the city to soak up the vibes.

Begin your adventure in Peru with a few days in Lima. As the capital of Peru, Lima is the perfect place to be introduced to the fascinating history and culture of this Andean nation. Enjoy visiting historical sites in the city center and strolling along the modern coastal developments.

Deep in the Andes, at over 11,000 feet above sea level lies Cusco, the former capital of the Inca Empire. This city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site where you will learn about this city’s history, both ancient and modern.

Work on a sustainable agriculture project in a beautiful mountain town with farming practices that draw from traditional practices and innovative methods—like the stone terraces of Macchu Picchu. Learn about weaving from local artisans and explore the Salineras salt mines.

Make traditional clay pottery in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, before traveling to Machu Picchu to soak up the incredible views from this Wonder of the World. Stay in a homestay for a night to experience the culture of the region.

Wrap up your time in Peru with a visit to the coast and a trip to the spectacular Islas Ballestas, home to spectacular wildlife like the Humboldt penguins and sea lions. Visit the National Reserve, a coastal desert.

Catch your breath in Ecuador as you explore Quito—a sprawling mountain city at an elevation of almost 10,000 ft. Visit the nearby mountain town of Baños, where you’ll hike around the legendary waterfall of Devil’s Cauldron and then relax in their famous hot springs.

Head down the mountains and into Tena, deep in the Amazon rainforest of Ecuador. Spend time with a Kichwa community and learn about their culture and traditions. Stretch your adventure muscles with a hike and some whitewater rafting.

Snorkel with sea lions and sharks, spot blue-footed boobies and penguins, and see giant tortoises who are more than a century old. Learn about conservation efforts to sustain the ecosystems of these incredible creatures. Visit a sustainable farm and learn about how climate change is impacting the fragile ecosystem of these magical islands.

Visit the bustling mountain market of Otavalo to buy any last-minute handicrafts before wrapping up your experience in Quito. After, participate in reflection activities with your cohort before returning home with a new appreciation for sustainability, biodiversity, and Latin American culture.