Service Learning Trips

On an EF Service Learning trip, travelers work with established nonprofits, NGOs, and locals on community-driven projects to make meaningful, sustainable contributions. Through hands-on work and deep exposure to different cultures, students learn vital collaboration and problem-solving skills. After one of our school service trips to the Dominican Republic, Peru, Thailand, or Rwanda, students return inspired to make a difference at home, too.

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Here’s what to expect on an EF Service Learning trip

Cultural immersion

Stay near the communities you serve, celebrate customs, and form lasting connections on your Service trip for high school students.

Leadership development

On EF Service Learning trips, each activity helps develop critical thinking, cultural awareness, and organizational skills.

Meaningful service

Working side by side with locals, your students will gain insight into local challenges and build lasting solutions to help empower communities.


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Tales from our Service Learning tours

Student spotlight: weaving in Peru

How Abby's trip to study Peruvian weaving history became a larger journey to change fashion.

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The EF approach to service

Success stories of meaningful Service Learning, cultural immersion, and leadership development.

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How it works

Whether it’s a unique destination on the other side of the world or the city you visit time and again, we make planning a breeze for our most popular tours and beyond. From your biggest, boldest ideas to the teensy, tiny details, we’re with you every step of the way.

Building your team

Meet your Tour Consultant, an expert on schools in your area who’s focused on you and your students’ growth.

Choosing the perfect tour

We work with you one-on-one to find the perfect itinerary for the needs of your group on a school service trip.

Spreading the word

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