8 days
Central Highlands of Dominican Republic – Estimated 25 Service Hours
Trek into the central highlands of the Dominican Republic where mountainous landscapes, coffee plantations, and alpine pastures stretch as far as the eye can see. Explore the area’s rich biodiversity while learning how reforestation and ecotourism efforts have significantly helped replenish the land. As you’re immersed in the local culture, you’ll work together with non-profits and community members to build sustainable solutions to the conservation, economic, and social challenges they face.
Your Service Project Themes
We work with local non-profits to better understand the needs of each community and then focus projects on those issues. Themes include:
- Environmental Sustainability
- Youth Development
- Responsible Tourism
DAY 1: ARRIVE IN SANTO DOMINGO
Meet your Field Director at the airport and transfer to your accommodations to settle in.
DAY 2: SANTO DOMINGO
Take a guided tour of the Colonial Zone, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then, enjoy a scenic ride through the central mountain range to your service project location.
- Learn about your specific service work during your project orientation.
- Take a guided tour of the local community you’ll be serving.
DAYS 3-6: SERVICE PROJECT — CENTRAL MOUNTAIN REGION
As communities evolve so do their needs. We’ll work closely with area non-profits and community members to better understand local challenges. Since projects are determined closer to your actual tour date, here’s a glimpse at what a typical day might look like.
- Each morning, you’ll begin your environmentally focused service project in a nearby village.
- Spend afternoons immersed in cultural activities.
- Evenings are a chance to reflect, discuss events as a group, and draw connections between the day’s work and relevant global issues.
DAY 7: NATIONAL MARINE PARK — NORTH COAST REGION
Take a guided tour of a national marine park where tropical plants and beaches abound. Enjoy the turquoise waters and magnificent coral reefs as you swim and snorkel your way around the park.
DAY 8: DEPART FOR HOME
ADD MORE SERVICE HOURS
Are you looking to extend your service project? We can help you customize this itinerary to include more time in the community you’ll be serving.