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SERVICE & IMPACT

Hands-on service programs focused on meaningful community impact

CULTURAL IMMERSION

Deep-dive travel experiences centered on language, culture, and local connection

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Programs that build global leadership, confidence, and real-world skills

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First Time Travelers

Beginner-friendly trips designed for students new to international travel

15 HOURS+ COMMUNITY SERVICE

Programs offering 15+ service hours through immersive, on-the-ground projects

Limited Space

High-demand programs with limited spots for early applicants

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AFRICA

Morocco

EUROPE

PACIFIC

Fiji

ASIA

Start with our three most-loved regions for first-time travelers. Perfect for high schoolers and parents who want a balance of adventure, safety, and meaningful impact.

View All Destinations

SERVICE & IMPACT

Hands-on service programs focused on meaningful community impact

CULTURAL IMMERSION

Deep-dive travel experiences centered on language, culture, and local connection

LEADERSHIP & MORE

Programs that build global leadership, confidence, and real-world skills

View All Programs By Theme

Browse the full collection of Rustic Pathways travel programs.

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Program Leader Hiring: Our 4-Month Vetting & Selection Process

Each December, we start the four-month process of narrowing our pool of more than 1,000 Program Leaders candidates to just a few hundred. About…