Trip at a Glance
- Learn Spanish through instruction and cultural immersion
- Backpack the Inca Trail through the Andes Mountains
- Horseback through Cotopaxi National Park
- Home stay with an Ecuadorian family for seven days
- Work on Habitat for Humanity projects alongside Ecuadorians
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Experience required:Two years of high school Spanish or the equivalent
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Ages:Teens finishing grades 10–12
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Length:30 day trips starting in June and July
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Tuition:Starting at $5,680
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Location:Ecuador - The Sierra Region (Andes), Quito, The Inca Trail, Cuenca, Tosagua
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Community service:40+ hours
Additional activities include:
- Horseback riding
- Camping
- Visiting the true equator
- Overnight in an indigenous Quechua community — learn traditional weaving and customs
Credit Earned:
- High school and/or three college academic credits through Lesley University 40+ community service hours
Academic Evaluation:
- Short papers, daily participation, final paper, reflective journal
Additional Information:
- This Academic Treks program includes home stays and/or time spent in cities. As with all Academic Treks programs, our strict rules regarding maintaining a healthy atmosphere apply. Conduct such as drinking or smoking is not permitted.
Program Comparison:
- Use the AT Program Comparison Chart to pick the best trip for you.
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