Global & Environmental Studies: Colombia

Journey through one of Medellin’s most vibrant neighborhoods, Comuna 13, learning about the history of Colombia’s second-largest city. Students take part in a street art workshop and enjoy a salsa show and class. Here, students will join a local collective delivering quality education to under-privileged young people.

The group will travel to a traditional Antioquia town to meet a pioneering farmer who has a unique story behind his transformation to organic agriculture. During this hands-on visit, you will begin a journey into sustainability and especially circular economy. Understand, and taste, the entire process of organic farming before we spilt the students into teams as they take part in our cooking challenge.

Today students will join a local pioneer and discover how creating green spaces in urban settings can help foster a more inclusive and sustainable community. They will plant fruit and vegetables and learn the science behind making the perfect compost for different settings. The most memorable aspect of today is that your students will be joined by local students, allowing for a unique cross-cultural learning environment.

In a private bus, students travel 3 hours southeast to visit Colombia’s most spectacular natural reserves: Rio Claro. In this stunning place, students will raft down a crystal clear river and underneath unique marble caves. As the sun sets, students flick on their headlamps and walk among the fascinating flora and fauna before discovering an endemic bird species.

After waking up to the howl of monkeys, students zip through the jungle on a canopy experience before wading through the river to reach some stunning waterfalls. The group returns to Medellin after lunch for a final reflection session and an introduction to our post-trip challenge which will equip your students with the tools to begin their own impactful project in their own community.

Ever wondered how the world’s finest coffee beans are produced? Now is your chance with a coffee-tasting session with our local partners. After this, students can buy locally-made souvenirs at a local market before we take the group back to the airport for their flight home.