School trips in Latin America

Girl weaving in Cusco Peru

Immersive, ethical, and purpose-driven

Propel your classroom learning while empowering your students to positively impact the world around them.

On our school trips, your students will immerse themselves in ancient cultures, explore mega-diverse landscapes, and discover unique ways of living that will shape their own futures.

Choose from sustainability-focused itineraries, or contact us to customize a trip around Colombia, Peru, Ecuador, Galapagos, Argentina, and many more destinations.

Benefits of a school trip with us

Shape globally-conscious students

Help your students build empathy and develop leadership skills, shaping them into exceptional global citizens.

Experience new cultures (for real!)

Gain invaluable new perspectives through genuinely life-changing cultural exchanges with locals from diverse backgrounds.

Exceed learning objectives

Our trips align with a range of subjects and we ensure learning goals are met with in-depth impact reports.

Travel with peace of mind

Rest assured students travel safely and with a company leading the way in sustainability-driven travel.

Testimonials

"The kids couldn't stop talking about the trip when they returned home. We have been running these trips for years and love everything Kagumu Adventures does."

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Julio

Boston School, Panama

“I honestly couldn’t have imagined a better trip to Peru... dream come true. I appreciate everything they did to make it so amazing and I’m not too sad because we’ll be running this trip every year now.”

2022, Peru Trip

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Professor Brady

Pacific Ridge, US

"The homestay was an incredible way to legitimately connect with Colombians and discover what the culture is like. I was beyond lucky to be spoiled by an incredibly open, loving, and kind family."

Spanish trip, Colombia, 2020

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Jake

San Diego

"I wanted to reach out to let you know what a powerful and moving trip this was for our students and I can't praise Ana and Dani (Colombian guides) enough."
Colombia trip 2023

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Kendall

Head of department Lucaya International School

What a school trip looks like for teachers

Free travel

As a valued teacher you’ll travel for free on all our trips.

Safe & secure journeys

Travel with peace of mind, safe in the knowledge we have implemented comprehensive safety measures, including in-depth risk assessments, emergency protocols, maps detailing emergency services, first-aid, and CRISIS-trained staff.

Unparalleled (and unlimited) pre-trip assistance

Our expert team is with you every step of the way – from tailoring the trip to your requirements to providing promotional materials, risk assessments, and anything else you may need.

Insured travel & flexible bookings

We hold extensive third-party insurance and also offer a very flexible cancellation policy. Contact us for more information.

Time out to enjoy the adventure

On our trips, you’ll experience new cultures, taste local food, and enjoy some downtime while our experienced team accompanies the group.

Receive our ethical traveler gift pack

You will receive a unique responsible traveler gift pack with fantastic eco-friendly products for your own travels.

Download Trip Brochure

Discover our one-of-a-kind trips around Latin America, aligning with a wide range of curriculums. Start your journey today!

Frequently asked questions

Do you offer free teacher places?

Yes, we offer free teacher places on all our trips. We also offer returning discounts and run a referral program to save you money on future trips.

Is it safe to travel to Latin America?

There are many countries in South and Central America that attract thousands of visitors each year, with most traveling in a safe and secure manner. Like anywhere in the world, teachers and students should take care while traveling but do not be deterred by what you may see in the news. In addition, we offer full risk assessments for each trip and have in place extensive emergency protocols.

Which countries do you run trips to?

We run trips to Colombia, Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia and Mexico. However, if you have a destination in mind, do get in contact and we will use our trip designing expertise to help you.

What is included on a school trip?
We include everything on your school trip, including transport, all activities, bilingual guides, food, accommodation, health insurance and carbon offsetting. We also offer certificates of completion for every student and a post-trip sustainability impact report. What we don’t include are the international flights or travel insurance. Check out our blog on the best way to purchase student travel insurance.
Will you meet us at the airport?

Absolutely! We are there with you from the moment you land to the moment you depart at the check-in desk.

What is the best month to travel Latin America?

There are fantastic school trip opportunities around Latin America all year round and we can organize a trip for you on a date that suits you. Certain areas of the continent are better during certain months, just get in touch to find out more.

Which is the best educational place for a class trip?

South America offers a wide variety of cultures, ecosystems, landscapes and educational travel opportunities. You can go whale watching in Colombia, immerse yourself in Quechua culture in Peru, visit Aztec ruins in Mexico or go kayaking in a volcano crater in Ecuador. Just to name a few…

What subjects and courses to you cater for?

We tailor our school trips in South America to a variety of courses including Spanish, Humanities, International Business, STEM, Global & Environmental Studies and many more.

Are international flights included?

We do not include international flights but we can recommend agencies to help you find the right routes. Here’s our blog post on how to buy student airline tickets.

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