For students currently in grades 6–8
Eligible for 8th grade*
*These programs are typically for students in grades 9–12, however motivated rising 9th graders will be considered
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Namibia

Desert Safari & Big Cat Conservation

June 22 — July 13
$ + airfare

Namibia

Desert Safari & Big Cat Conservation

June 22 — July 13
$ + airfare

The landscapes of Namibia are home to a wealth of desert-adapted wildlife that conservationists are working hard to protect. This summer, go into the field and experience conservation in action with leading ecologists and other like-minded high school students. Choose either the Photography or Wildlife Conservation track, and delve into your focus area. Along your journey, photograph iconic African wildlife like elephants, hyenas, giraffes, and oryx on safari; go sea kayaking in Walvis Bay; and climb the dunes of the Namib Desert.

• Photograph Sossusvlei’s unique red sand landscapes
• Learn from experts how technology is used to monitor wildlife
• Surf towering desert dunes on a sandboarding excursion
• Go on safari in world-renowned Etosha National Park
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Expert

An Expert joins each Career program for a portion of the itinerary, lending their insights and perspectives to the experience.

Itinerary

This itinerary represents our best projection of the group’s schedule. However, we may implement changes designed to improve the quality of the program.

Itinerary

This itinerary represents our best projection of the group’s schedule. However, we may implement changes designed to improve the quality of the program.

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Leaders

Meet some of our featured leaders. Please note that these may not be your leaders for the program. 

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Leaders

Meet some of our featured leaders. Please note that these may not be your leaders for the program. 

What to Expect

Review specific program expectations here. For more general information:

What to Expect

Review specific program expectations here. For more general information:

A Day in the Life: N/a’an ku sê​

Due to the traveling nature of this student program abroad, each day is different. Here is a snapshot of a day in N/a’an ku sê.

A Day in the Life:
N/a’an ku sê​

Due to the traveling nature of this student program abroad, each day is different. Here is a snapshot of a day in N/a’an ku sê.
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This Program is Directed by

John Linsley

If you have questions or would like to talk further about this program, please get in touch!

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This Program is Directed by

John Linsley

If you have questions or would like to talk further about this program, please get in touch!

Enroll in two programs & save $1,000!

$800 tuition discount + no application fee

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Eligible for 8th grade*​
*These programs are typically for students in grades 9–12, however motivated rising 9th graders will be considered
Grades 7&8​
Grades 7&8​
Grades 6–8
Grades 7&8​
Namibia
Desert Safari & Big Cat Conservation

2024 Dates
June 22 — July 13

Duration
22 days

Tuition
$ + airfare

Eligibility
Currently* in grades 9–12
*Your grade as of the day you apply

Typical Group
20–22 students, 3 leaders

Group Flight
New York


 

Additional Info

Questions? Visit our FAQ or call us at (802) 387-5000

 

2024 Dates
June 22 — July 13

Duration
22 days

Tuition
$ + airfare


 

Eligibility
Currently* in grades 9–12
*Your grade as of the day you apply

Typical Group
20–22 students, 3 leaders

Group Flight
New York

 

Questions? Visit our FAQ or call us at (802) 387-5000

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