8 days
Northern Coast Region - Estimated 20 Service Hours | DED

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Embark on an enlightening journey through the heart of the Dominican Republic, where vibrant communities and rich cultural heritage converge. As you traverse the northern coast, you’ll delve into the intricate goings-on of local life, gaining profound insights into the challenges faced by Dominican youth today. In collaboration with area non-profits and community members, you’ll actively contribute to sustainable solutions that address educational, social, and economic disparities. EF's exclusive partnerships in the region ensure a transformative experience, exploring and engaging on-the-ground with profound challenges such as Access to Education, Youth Development, and Generational Poverty. Whether you’re navigating a mangrove forest by boat alongside your expert local guide, or embarking on a guided hike along the stunning North Coast, this meaningful journey promises to leave an indelible mark on the soul. Join us in the incomparably beautiful north region of the Dominican Republic, where passion meets purpose, and together, we'll shape a brighter future for the next generation.
  • Day 1: Fly to the Dominican Republic

    Meet your Tour Director at your destination
  • Days 2 - 6: Service project • North coast region

    As communities evolve so do their needs. That’s why we work closely with non-profits to better understand the local challenges. Since projects are determined closer to your actual tour date, here’s a glimpse at what a typical day might look like. 

    • In the morning, begin your service project with children in a nearby village.
    • Spend the afternoon immersed in cultural activities.
    • In the evening, reflect, discuss events as a group, and draw connections between the day’s work and relevant global issues.

    Your Service Project Themes
    We work with local nonprofits to better understand the needs of each community and then focus projects on those issues. Themes include: 

    • Access to Education
    • Youth Development
    • Generational Poverty
  • Day 7: North coast region • Santiago

    Explore a mangrove forest by boat with your local tour guide or take a guided hike on the beautiful North Coast. Later, return to Santiago. 

  • Day 8: Depart for home

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  • Day 1: Fly to the Dominican Republic

    Meet your Tour Director at your destination
  • Days 2 - 6: Service project • North coast region

    As communities evolve so do their needs. That’s why we work closely with non-profits to better understand the local challenges. Since projects are determined closer to your actual tour date, here’s a glimpse at what a typical day might look like. 

    • In the morning, begin your service project with children in a nearby village.
    • Spend the afternoon immersed in cultural activities.
    • In the evening, reflect, discuss events as a group, and draw connections between the day’s work and relevant global issues.

    Your Service Project Themes
    We work with local nonprofits to better understand the needs of each community and then focus projects on those issues. Themes include: 

    • Access to Education
    • Youth Development
    • Generational Poverty
  • Day 7: North coast region • Santiago

    Explore a mangrove forest by boat with your local tour guide or take a guided hike on the beautiful North Coast. Later, return to Santiago. 

  • Day 8: Depart for home

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Your experience includes

  • Airfare & Transportation

    Your flights—covered. Ground transportation—covered. We take care of getting you around so you can enjoy the ride.

  • Hotels

    Enjoy a 7-night stay in hotels.

  • Regional Meals

    Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner plus filtered water, tea and snacks

  • Field Director

    Your bilingual, culturally connected Field Director stays with you 24/7 to handle all on-trip logistics and facilitates post-project reflection activities.

  • Service Hours

    Students can earn service hours that count towards graduation requirements.

  • Volunteer and Leadership Activities

    Participate in volunteer, leadership, action planning and social issue activities.

  • Guided Sightseeing

    Gain insider knowledge and cultural perspective from your licensed local guides while they lead you on sightseeing tours.

  • Entrances

    Gain access to local attractions, like nature hikes with your guide—we'll take care of lines and tickets.

  • Personalized Learning Support

    Our personalized learning experience engages students before, during and after tour, with the option to create a final, reflective project.

  • Full-time Tour Director

    Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.

  • Expert Local Guides

    Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.

  • Continuous Support

    Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.

  • Worldwide Presence

    EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.

  • 24-hour Emergency Service

    Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.

  • Peace of Mind Program

    Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.

Pricing that makes travel possible

Our prices include airfare, hotels, meals, a full-time Tour Director, and more.

Payment options

We believe every student should have the opportunity to travel, which is why we let our travellers choose how they want to manage their payments. Enrol in our Automatic Payment Plan with just $199 to start, make fixed and low monthly payments through Uplift, receive invoices and make your payments in less frequent instalments, or pay up front in full.

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