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Programs in Thailand

Programs in Thailand

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Rustic Pathways first offered Thailand programs in 1999, and the country has since become the hub of our Southeast Asia operations. We have an extensive team of incredible local staff who are experts at ensuring our students have authentic, transformative experiences. Thailand offers the widest range of Rustic programs, from gritty service trips and animal conservation programs to outdoor adventures and immersive cultural experiences.

A mystical feel radiates from every corner of Thailand; tastes, colors, and scents seem more vibrant than anything you’ve encountered before. Experiencing village life—where time moves slow, food is home-grown, and family comes first—and witnessing how happy people are with so little is a revelation. It helps remind you how beautiful life can be without distractions and to notice the small things. – Bryan Haggerty, Southeast Asia Director

Quote by: Bryan studied philosophy at Saint Michael’s College before moving to Southeast Asia, where he has worked for more than a decade. He taught at Chiang Mai University for several years while also advocating for local ethnic minority groups. He speaks fluent Thai and has managed our Thailand operations since 2008. Bryan splits his time between Vermont and Chiang Mai.

Meet the Rest of Team Thailand

Keegan Kennedy
Southeast Asia Regional Manager

Keegan leads program operations across Southeast Asia for Rustic Pathways. He brings 10+ years of Thailand expertise, fluency in Thai and Lao, and deep cultural knowledge to ensure every program.

 

Keegan joined Rustic Pathways in 2016

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John Cody
Thailand, Laos, & Myanmar Groups Manager

John graduated from Providence College and has been living in Thailand since 2013. He taught conversational English at public high schools before his start at Rustic Pathways in the summer of 2015, where he has since been program leading throughout Southeast Asia. He is the youngest of nine children and enjoys reading, running, and photography.

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Veerayut ‘Ched’ Supadee
Senior Program Manager - Medical Programs

This soft-spoken Udon Thani native has been a student favorite on Rustic Pathways programs for over a decade. As our resident certified Wilderness Medicine Instructor, Chet manages the curriculum instruction and medical service projects on our Medical Service programs. Chet has led Rustic Programs all around the world, and he has attended advanced medical training in the USA with Wilderness Medical Associates, our official partner for our Medical programs. With his extensive experience around the world and his passion for sharing his country with students from around the world, Chet is a certified Rustic legend!

Panchida 'Oy' Taweepornwuttipong
Senior Ticketing Manager

Originally from Chiang Mai, Oy graduated from the Christian University of Thailand with a degree in Business Management. With over ten years of experience in the travel industry, she enjoys helping others get acquainted with the sights and wonders of her home country. A diligent and detail-oriented worker, Oy manages all flight logistics for our operation across Southeast Asia.