Boomers Abroad

Highlights

* Community Service

- Koroipita building project
- Coral planting and reef preservation
- Malake Island Village School
- Samabula Home for the Elderly

* Adventure

- High Ropes Adventure Course with Zip Line
- Kayak, Snorkel & Banana Boat
- Hiking and swimming Colo-I-Suva Forest Park
- Explore Exotic Beaches
- Bamboo Raft Races

* Cultural Immersion

* Nausautoka Village meke performance and community day visit
* Play soccer and volleyball against local Fijian teens
* Interact with the residents of the outer islands

* Nadi, Viti Levu

Service

Koroipita is a small village established to help local Fijians get out of the slums of Fiji and into homes complete with a kitchen house, a bathroom, electricity, and clean running water. Koroipita has been able to eliminate unbearable living conditions for low income earners who have in the past been homeless by building "model townships" with the benefit of dedicated volunteers to build the homes that will change resident's lives forever. Our 3 days there will allow us to make a significant contribution.

*Bounty Island, Mamanuca Islands

Service

Led by our Marine biologist we will participate in preserving the reef by farming and coral planting as was seen on The Amazing Race. We will clean the reef, remove its predators and learn techniques to determine the health of the reef. We will also assist in the breeding project and release of Hawks Bill, Green, Leatherback and Loggerhead turtles

* Adventure

After exploring popular Port Denarau, we cruise the deep blue waters to enchanting Bounty Island where our hosts greet us by song upon arrival. Kayak, sail, or snorkel in this marine reserve from your beachfront bure (cabin). Swim in the pool, play volleyball and enjoy the lively evening entertainment.

* Rakiraki, North Coast Of Viti Levu

Service

Our days at the Malake Island Village School will be filled with many laughs as we bring games, sports, songs and fun cultural programing to the local students. We help them in their English proficiency and enjoy friendly soccer games.

* Adventure

We travel the Kings Road, on the northern coast of Viti Levu, to the beautiful Volivoli Resort. We travel by boat to Malake Island for our two days of service and use our resort base for beach time, snorkeling and banana boating.

* Nausautoka Village
Cultural Immersion

On our way to Suva, we visit this village and are warmly greeted with the now familiar welcome ceremony. We enjoy a Meke group performance (native singing and dancing), before they show us how to make our own bamboo rafts for a river racing adventure.

* Suva, The Capital City
Service

The Samabula Home for the Elderly is also called "The Home for the Abandoned" as the residents are either without children to care for them or their children cannot afford to care. It is run by the Fijian government and sleeps approximately 80 people. On our visit to the Samabula Senior Citizen Home, we will read to residents, perform a variety show for them, and conduct arts projects as therapy. We will also paint or upkeep the home as needed. Their smiles and expressions of gratitude will be a valuable parting gift that we cherish.

* Adventure

Explore the area with hiking trails in Colo-I-Suva Forest Park, swimming in river pools, and a high ropes course and zipline for an adrenaline rush.

* The Coral Coast Finale

From the capital, we head to the southern coast, and our farewell grand finale at Hideaway Resort. Enjoy an incredible fire walking show, our visit to an Arts Village, kayaking, and beach volleyball. At our final beach bonfire, we reflect on the contributions we have made and in turn the influence of Fijian culture on ourselves.

Travel Types

• Hiking
• Kayaking (River)
• Rafting
• Snorkeling
• Soccer/Football

Qualifications

Participants on our community service programs should be prepared to work as a team. You are committing yourself not only to hard work on service days (from 6-8 hours) but also to your fellow volunteers and those we will be assisting. In sharing this rewarding experience, you are guaranteed to form lasting friendships and will no doubt take away much more than you give. You will receive a certificate of completion recognizing 30-80 hours (depending on the program) of service and listing projects accomplished.

Type of Programs

• Community Service / Volunteerism
• Cultural Exploration
• High School Study Abroad
• Student Tours

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

6,099

Cost Includes:

Cost Include Description:

Plus airfare to and home from Nadi, Fiji

- Accommodations: All Hotels
- A certificate of completion recognizing 50 hours of service and a list of projects accomplished is issued after the trip.
- Everybody participates together in each project.
- Participants have the choice to earn 3 University credits by choosing the "Explorations in Service Learning" course option. The course connects our hands-on service experience with academic reflection. College credit is through the University of Southern Mississippi and is transferable to many colleges and Universities. There is a $550 fee for the credit option.

Credit Available

no

Volunteer Types

• building/construction projects
• childcare/children
• conservation
• elderly
• sports
• teaching

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participant.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat
• Other

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Other

360 Student Travel's Mission Statement

360 Student Travel will allow you the opportunity to step in a new direction. Travel, volunteer, or improve your foreign language skills we are here to help you take that new step by helping you keep your other foot planted. Regardless of travel style, all programs are created with the understanding that no matter what you want to accomplish during the summer, it is still summer, and the challenges and experiences should be enjoyable as well as rewarding. On our Community Service Program you'll be making the world a better place and discovering the world at the same time - ziplining in Costa Rica, exploring a glacier in Alaska, or marveling at the "Big 5" in Africa. If you're open-minded and interested in achieving goals, volunteering, and helping others, then this will be a meaningful and adventurous summer for you. If you're thinking of studying Spanish or French and want the excitment of travel join us in either Spain, Costa Rica or France. On most of these language programs, we study at multiple locations within a country so you experience its full diversity. On our Pre-College Enrichment program get a sneak peek at college life while being immersed in the culture and excitement of Barcelona. We have teamed up with the renowned International House School, centrally located just steps from Plaza Cataluna, to bring you exciting courses from Creative Writing and International Business to Spanish Language, and SAT prep with Princeton Review. Join us on our Global Adventures if adventures are for you. We offer the most unique variety of activities imaginable that encourage individual growth and character.

Year Founded

1982