The Rustic Difference
High School Travel and Service Programs
100+ PROGRAMS IN 17 COUNTRIES
global experience
Rustic Pathways provides international community service, education, and adventure programs for students around the world.
Whether you're a service buff or adrenaline junkie, first-time traveler or seasoned globetrotter, future educator or environmentalist, we have the right program for you. Choose from more than 100 program options in 17 countries on five continents.
At Rustic, our mission, vision, and values drive the way we run our programs, partner with local communities, and live our lives.
Thoughtful Community Service
We believe through responsible travel and well-designed service initiatives, our students can gain an understanding of pressing social and environmental challenges at a global level and help combat these challenges at a local level.
Our projects are designed in collaboration with our local partners and focus on the following types of service initiatives: Community Health and Social Services, Economic Development, Education, Environment and Animal Welfare, and Infrastructure.
Spring Break Programs
Can't commit to a summer program? No problem.
Consider one of our spring break programs. These fun and rewarding experiences offer an alternative to traditional spring break options.
Designed for you to get the most out of a one-week experience, these short programs are great for both first-time and experienced travelers to spend their spring break giving back during an incredible adventure.
Mia
Summer Camp Leadership, Costa Rica
"This trip has impacted me by showing me the joy that comes from teaching others a new language. The most important part of my trip was the community service aspect of each program, and teaching the ticos English during SCL was the most rewarding experience of the entire trip."
Leader Spotlight
Andres Zuniga
COSTA RICA PROGRAM MANAGER
Andres puts his master’s degree in environmental management and eco-tourism to use managing the Nicoya Turtle Expedition. The Turrialba native also runs soccer and service programs, where he combines his passion for soccer and helping others. Andres enjoyed a successful soccer career at the University of Costa Rica and is always looking for a friendly match!
Pannha En
CAMBODIA PROGRAM LEADER
Pannha is a graduate of the National University of Management in Phnom Penh where he received his Master’s in Business Administration. Known for his gentle-hearted nature and quick smile, Pannha hails from humble roots in Kandal province. Fluent in English and Khmer, Pannha has been a proud manager of our Cambodia Team since 2008.
Jowave Nauluwavu
SOUTH PACIFIC ECO-LODGE PROGRAM MANAGER
Jowave has worked with us since 2008 and brings great care and humor to our programs. Born and raised in Momi, a neighboring village, his community input and respect opens wonderful doors for our students. Jowave has led several of our high school and Gap Year programs. When not overseeing Eco-Lodge programs, Jowave can be found spending time with his children.
Leader Spotlight
Andres Zuniga
COSTA RICA PROGRAM MANAGER
Andres puts his master’s degree in environmental management and eco-tourism to use managing the Nicoya Turtle Expedition. The Turrialba native also runs soccer and service programs, where he combines his passion for soccer and helping others. Andres enjoyed a successful soccer career at the University of Costa Rica and is always looking for a friendly match!
Pannha En
CAMBODIA PROGRAM LEADER
Pannha is a graduate of the National University of Management in Phnom Penh where he received his Master’s in Business Administration. Known for his gentle-hearted nature and quick smile, Pannha hails from humble roots in Kandal province. Fluent in English and Khmer, Pannha has been a proud manager of our Cambodia Team since 2008.
Jowave Nauluwavu
SOUTH PACIFIC ECO-LODGE PROGRAM MANAGER
Jowave has worked with us since 2008 and brings great care and humor to our programs. Born and raised in Momi, a neighboring village, his community input and respect opens wonderful doors for our students. Jowave has led several of our high school and Gap Year programs. When not overseeing Eco-Lodge programs, Jowave can be found spending time with his children.
About Rustic Pathways
Not only is Rustic Pathways a pioneer in providing quality travel and service programs for students and educators, but we’re also redefining how to integrate education, travel, and philanthropy in a world where all people are connected by a shared humanity.
We offer one-, two-, and three-week spring break and summer experiences for middle, high school, and college students; gap year programs for high school grads; and customizable teacher-led trips for school groups. Programs are carefully designed to help students make meaning of their travel experiences, identify interests and passions, gain confidence, and grow as individuals.
Across the globe, our local staff fosters lasting relationships with the communities in which we work, enabling our students to have immersive and authentic travel and service experiences.
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