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Support a local elephant sanctuary and learn about ethical wildlife care
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Maintain gardens or restore local trails in the Central Mountains
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Assist community members with agricultural projects in the Sacred Valley
EF Community Engagement Tours immerse students in hands-on service projects that support community-driven initiatives. Rooted in cultural exchange and meaningful collaboration, each tour connects students with established nonprofits, NGOs, and local partners on projects shaped by community priorities. Students gain a deeper understanding of the places they visit by contributing to efforts with long-term impact, and earn documented service hours that may support graduation requirements and college applications.
Intercultural competence
Students experience deep cultural immersion as they build meaningful connections with the community and organizations they partner with
Personal growth & leadership
Students build confidence, empathy, and independence as they collaborate with peers and work through challenges together
Meaningful impact
Students contribute to community-led projects that are shaped by local priorities and designed for long-term impact
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EF is proud to partner with nonprofits, NGOs, and local organizations that have trusted community relationship and a long-term commitment to sustainable change. Students learn alongside these partners through ongoing projects connected to global frameworks like the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Because community priorities can shift, each group’s service partner is confirmed closer to departure.
PARTNER SPOTLIGHT
Awamaki
Peru
Example projects: Building or maintaining community weaving centers
Awamaki helps women-led small businesses in Peru grow through fair-trade practices and sustainable tourism, while also preserving traditional Quechua weaving techniques.
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PARTNER SPOTLIGHT
Verde Profundo
Dominican Republic
Example projects: Coral reef restoration or mangrove protection and planting
Verde Profundo works to protect and sustainably manage the Bahía de San Andrés by connecting ecosystem rehabilitation, environmental stewardship, and equitable socioeconomic development.
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PARTNER SPOTLIGHT
Track of the Tiger
Thailand
Example projects: Composting, aquaponics, building mushroom houses or greenhouses
Track of the Tiger’s Food for Thought project helps Chiang Mai schools improve food quality and build greater autonomy over food production through hands-on learning in sustainable growing systems.
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The trip got better and better as we immersed ourselves in historic sites and connected with locals. Every day brought something that taught us, inspired us, and created memories that will last a lifetime.
– Rachel L., administrator from Utah
We’re proud to be accredited, just like your school
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Real travelers. Real moments. Real impact.
– Hope F., Dean of Students from CO
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We’ll pair you with an expert EF Tour Consultant who will work closely with you to find the right tour for you, your students, and your curriculum.
