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Ecuador & the Galapagos Summer Programs for Teens

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About Ecuador & the Galapagos Summer Programs

Small, but mighty. Ecuador is an action-packed country full of volcanic landscapes, a variety of unique wildlife and tropical forests. At Mitad del Mundo, you’re literally in the middle of the world! Any place that can inspire Darwin’s theory of evolution must be nothing short of incredible.

Join us on one of our exhilarating South American summer teen global adventure programs or community service & adventure programs in Ecuador and the Galapagos islands. Experience the rich culture, amazing adventures and incredible natural beauty. Snorkel among ocean wildlife and help conserve the natural ecosystem of the Galapagos tortoises. Visit the middle of the world and experience the unique natural phenomena at the Equator. Enjoy the extreme adrenaline rush zip lining 11,975’ above the cloud forest canopy. Ecuador is friendly, exotic, beautiful, and unforgettable!

Fast Facts

  • Ecuador is home to 18.2 million people.
  • Official language is Spanish.
  • Home to five UNESCO World Heritage sites.
  • Charles Darwin visited the Galapagos Islands where he studied animals and plants and developed his theories of evolution.