Good High School summer abroad programs?

Question

I'm looking for a program that does community service in rural areas, but also has fun stuff to do while you are there. I've looked at rustic pathways, but it is very expensive and airfare is not included. I'm very interested in "service and safari" (look at rusticpathways.com and go to africa) type programs in Africa.

If the program you have in mind is not like what i described, but close to it, please just tell me about it anyways.

Thanks! :)

Answer 1

SAGE!

i cant personally reccommend it but i've been dying to go.

if only we had the money..

visit the website.

they have videos of kids that went.

http://sageprogram.org/summer.html

Answer 2

AFS offers good programs, but they are more expensive.  If you want a really cheap one, you could go with Rotary, but they are not specifically volunteering.

If you are open to staying in the USA, Student Conservation Corps is nearly free.  seriously.  You just have to get to your location and buy equipment.  but it is a really good deal.  they last around 35 days.  And you help the national park service.