Student-led Treks
Are you involved in a student group or organization that might be interested in an educational trip abroad? RIDE offers tailor-made Group Treks throughout East Africa, connecting the interests of your group with the ambitions of our community initiatives.
Come for a RIDE. Make a difference.
What you can expect on a Group Trek:
Hands-on participation in community development & local conservation efforts
Direct engagement with local communities and stakeholders
Led by RIDE local group leaders and staff in conjunction with leaders from your group or organization
Exploration of diverse landscapes, from lush forests to pristine beaches
Immersive cultural experiences and authentic interactions
Camp with African wildlife — no personal equipment needed!
See what a RIDE trek is all about
Create your own program
Leaders of student associations and groups can entrust RIDE to curate exceptional journeys that go beyond traditional classroom learning, enabling participants to embark on transformative experiences that foster personal growth, group bonding, and global awareness. Through our non-credit-bearing trips, students have the opportunity to engage in immersive cultural immersion experiences, such as living among the Maasai people, or embark on captivating wildlife safaris in the world-renowned Serengeti. These journeys provide unique opportunities for students to broaden their horizons, develop intercultural competencies, and create lasting memories that shape their perspectives and enrich their lives.
We revel in being able to offer the lowest abroad programs costs on the market in an effort to reduce the barrier to participation for anyone dreaming of traveling abroad. Our belief is that all students should be entitled to the transformative experience that is study abroad, regardless of their financial circumstances. This same philosophy applies to our custom faculty-led programs. As a true nonprofit, we only need to cover our own operational expenses, enabling your custom program to remain affordable for prospective students.
Important Details
Topics: Agriculture, Climate Change, Culture, Community Development, Ecology, Forestry, Tourism, Water, Wildlife Conservation and more.
Group Sizes: 8 - 50+ students
Group Type: High School, Undergraduate, Graduate
Trip Duration: 1-3 weeks
What RIDE offers you
Trip Development
Local Experts and Trip Leaders
Logistics Management
Risk Management Strategy
Housing & Meals Planning
Flight Coordination
In-country Transport
Group Safari
Pre-departure Information
All we need from you:
Trip purpose & overall vision
Recruitment of a minimum number of students
Proposed dates
Curious? Send us an email.
Research Initiatives for Development Education (RIDE)
info@ride-interntional.org
+1 (714) 396-1800
1888 S. Jackson St.
Denver, CO 80210