Southeast Asia Semester Experiential Travel Program: Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, Cambodia
Pacific Discovery
 

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Program Terms • Fall • Spring • Summer • Winter • Academic Year • Year Round Program Participants • Undergraduate (College) • Graduate (College) Subject Areas • Culture • Environmental Studies		Quick Look • Location: Luang Nam Tha, Luang Prabang, Vang Vieng - Laos • Language of Instruction: English • Academic Credit Available: Yes Overview Life changing adventures in the most dynamic and exciting region on earth! Fascinating history, welcoming people and dramatic landscapes in a geographically contained area. If you have a thirst for adventure, to explore places you've only dreamt of and learning through real life experience, then join us. We offer unique programs blending cultural immersion, exciting adventure, personal and leadership development, community projects, eco-tourism ideals and bundles of fun! A 2-month program traveling overland through the diverse and friendly Buddhist countries of Thailand, Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia. Contrast scuba diving tropical reefs with riding elephants in the jungle, modern cities and lifestyles with Buddhist monks practicing centuries old traditions, ancient temples with tropical beaches, the hustle bustle of Vietnam with the laid back ambiance of Laos, climbing gothic rock spires with rafting through jungle shrouded canyons. We love this part of the world, and discover more each time we return. If you are looking for a trip that challenges you, broadens your horizons and merges cultural and environmental sensitivity with fun and adventure - come and explore with us. The option to combine this with up to a semester of transferable US college credit gives you an unbeatable travel/study experience. Academic Credit Academic credit is available.  Academic credit is available. 5 or 12 quarter credits (3 or 6 semester credits) available. Good for gap-year students and students wanting a very economical credit option. Credit transferable to accredited US universities/colleges. Eligibility Minimum age 18 (or graduated high school). Financial Aid Yes. You may be able to utilize your own school's financial aid on this program - please discuss this with your financial aid advisor. Dates Fall semester - mid September to mid November (finishes before Thanksgiving). Winter/Spring semester - mid January to mid March Deadlines Registration closes July 30 - late registrations possible if space available. Please contact us. Contact Pacific Discovery PO Box 899 Nelson 7040 New Zealand Tel: From the US: 1 800 655 3415, From another country: +64 3 546 7667 Fax: +64 3 546 7256 Email Send Email Web Visit Website
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