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Service & Cultural Immersion in Hawaii

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Experience Hawai‘i’s unparalleled biodiversity, volcanic landscapes, and deep cultural heritage on a hands-on service program across the Big Island and Maui. Work alongside local nonprofits and Native Hawaiian elders to restore fragile ecosystems, support cultural revitalization efforts, and learn the importance of malama ʻāina—caring for the land. Explore ancient agricultural systems, help remove...

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Program Highlights

Snorkel with manta rays on the Big Island

Restore native ecosystems with local partners

Learn to surf in Maui’s warm, clear waters

Join cultural workshops led by Hawaiian elders

Explore volcanic landscapes and stargaze on Mauna Kea

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Kailua-Kona, Hawaii (USA)
  • Maui, Hawaii (USA)
Availability
Year(s) Offered2025, 2026Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • Summer
Age Requirement:14-17
Types & Subjects
Focus Areas:
  • Community Service & Volunteering
Causes:
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Awards

Innovative Student Video 2023 Finalist

Program Details

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Locations

  • Kailua-Kona, Hawaii (USA)
  • Maui, Hawaii (USA)

Types and Subjects

  • Focus Areas
  • Community Service & Volunteering
  • Causes
  • Agriculture
  • Conservation

Availability

Years Offered: 2025, 2026

Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • Summer

Age Requirement

14-17

Guidelines

All Nationalities

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • All Program Activity Costs
  • Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Accommodation Options

  • Group living
  • Other

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • High School Freshman (1st Year)
  • High School Sophomore (2nd Year)

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

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Experience Hawai‘i’s unparalleled biodiversity, volcanic landscapes, and deep cultural heritage on a hands-on service program across the Big Island and Maui. Work alongside local nonprofits and Native Hawaiian elders to restore fragile ecosystems, support cultural revitalization efforts, and learn the importance of malama ʻāina—caring for the land. Explore ancient agricultural systems, help remove invasive species, and participate in workshops rooted in Hawaiian tradition. Between service days, snorkel with manta rays, hike coastal trails, learn to surf, and reflect during a traditional closing ceremony.

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