We boast a team of local Colombian and US guides with extensive experience guiding students through challenging environments. The Amazon Jungle, rich in its diversity and challenges, provides ample opportunities for growth and learning. As students navigate the unfamiliar terrain—both natural and cultural—they will encounter adversity, which we view as crucial for personal development. Our guides are not just leaders but also empathetic listeners, ensuring students have the support they need during these transformative experiences.

Through years of dedicated effort and relationship-building, we have forged strong connections with local communities in the Amazon. The duration of our trips dictates the extent of our engagement, but regardless of length, we engage in impactful activities. These include supporting sustainable entrepreneurship through small businesses in Leticia, Colombia, participating in reforestation efforts along the Amazon River, collaborating with turtle conservationists, and partnering with Habitat Sur—a local enterprise transforming recycled plastics into building materials. Each of these service opportunities not only contributes to preserving the natural environment but also supports the rich local culture.

The immense diversity of terrestrial and aquatic animals, coupled with the rich plant life in the Amazon jungle, makes this journey an unparalleled opportunity to observe and engage with our natural world. Guided by our knowledgeable native guides, students transform into scientific explorers, gaining deep insights into this remarkable ecosystem. The true wealth of the natural world becomes apparent only when experienced firsthand at its epicenter. Our trip offers experiential learning that is unique to the world's most invaluable ecosystem, providing insights that cannot be replicated elsewhere.

Students will not only experience the vibrancy of Colombian culture but also immerse themselves in native Amazonian customs. They will observe and participate in unfamiliar rituals, navigate complex political systems, encounter new economic perspectives, and adapt to diverse social norms. Our program guides students through the process of observing these cultural differences, reflecting on their significance, and understanding their context. In essence, we empower our students to engage in hands-on anthropology, gaining invaluable insights into diverse ways of life

Participants in this expedition will collaborate with fellow students to complete tasks such as setting up hammocks in the jungle and building shelters during heavy rains. They will also work closely with guides and local community members where they stay, learning to follow instructions and cooperate effectively. Throughout this process, students gain invaluable lessons in teamwork and forge new relationships with peers and leaders alike. These skills are applicable both in academic settings and everyday life. Our program provides dedicated time for the group to reflect on these interactions, enhancing the learning experience.