Trip at a Glance
- Learn French through cultural immersion and instruction
- Island excursions including sea kayaking and rainforest hiking
- Home stay with a local family
- Three-day sailing voyage to nearby islands
- Community service work in a beachside community
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Experience required:One year high school French
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Ages:Teens finishing grades 9–12
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Length:21 day trips starting in June and July
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Tuition:Starting at $5,380
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Location:Guadeloupe, Marie Galante and Ile des Saintes in the Caribbean’s French West Indies
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Community service:20+ hours
Additional activities include:
- Zip line canopy tour
- Surfing
- Drumming, traditional art and cooking lessons
Credit Earned:
- High school and/or three college academic credits through Lesley University 20+ community service hours
Academic Evaluation:
- Oral and written French exam, light homework, reading and oral comprehension, journal assignments, roundtable discussions
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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