Puerto Rico
Middle School
Experience Puerto Rico’s ‘boriqua’ culture with this program designed to introduce intrepid middle school students to community service work and adventure travel!
Trip Details
Departures and Availability
Session 1
July 22, 2025 July 27, 2025 OpenFocus
Building Initiatives, Middle School Programs, Wildlife & Environmental Sustainability
Grades
Entering 7th – Graduating 8th
Average Group Size
18 Students, 3 Staff
Days
6
Service Hours
15-20 Hours
Tuition
$2,695
Daily Activities at a Glance
Discover the exciting adventures and impactful moments awaiting each day on this itinerary!
- Fly into San Juan, no passport needed!
- Settle in at the beachside town of Cerro Gordo
- Explore El Morro fortress and Rio Piedras market with a local guide
- Hit the beach and keep an eye out for turtles!
- Help rebuild homes in the Villa del Río community
- Take a dance class at the Big Yellow House
- Sunset paddle board tour with Ramon, learning about local flora and fauna
- Snorkel vibrant coral reefs and spot sea creatures on a catamaran tour
- Lunch on the boat with amazing ocean views
- Hands-on workshop on local wildlife, ending with a celebratory dinner
- Say goodbye to Puerto Rico and new friends
- Head to San Juan Airport and fly home
Highlights of the Trip
Historic Exploration
Step back in time and explore El Morro fort, wander vibrant streets, and dive into Puerto Rico’s rich history with a guided tour through Old San Juan.
Community Impact
Work hand-in-hand with local families in a small community, helping rebuild and fortify homes, while making a lasting difference in a tight-knit community.
Paddle & Snorkel Fun
Paddle board at sunset through calm waters and snorkel stunning coral reefs, discovering sea life like turtles, rays, and colorful fish along the way.
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Accommodations
Cerro Gordo
The “Big Yellow House” is the Global Works Puerto Rico base and is perfect for groups! Students stay five-six per room in bunk rooms with private baths, with breakfast and dinner catered by a local restaurant. Our home is on an acre of land with sand volleyball courts, group meeting space, and is a 5-minute walk to pristine beaches.
Luquillo
The final two nights are spent in a locally owned hotel just steps away from the beautiful Luquillo beach. Rooms are dorm-style, just for our students, with shared bathrooms and meals catered by a local organic restaurant. Group space abounds in this quiet corner of town, allowing for an intentional closure to our days together in Puerto Rico.
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