Under 18 Group Programs

We know young people bring fresh ideas, energy, and curiosity. Our under-18 group programs let teens explore, connect, and learn together.

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Our under 18 group programs give teens the opportunity to explore the world in a safe, supported, and inspiring way. Whether through service learning or an academic trip, these experiences encourage self-expression, build confidence, and spark interests that can shape future studies, careers, and personal passions.

Academic Trips for Teens & Youth Groups

With 27 destinations worldwide across Africa, Asia Pacific, and Latin America, we can help you create a trip that truly engages your students. We specialize in programs for teens that encourage self-expression, spark curiosity, and open doors to future career and study paths. At this age, travel can be transformative, offering a fresh perspective, valuable life skills, and stories they will carry forward into whatever comes next. Designed in partnership with local communities, each group program creates space for students and hosts to learn from one another. Together, we will create an itinerary that is both age-appropriate and unforgettable, filled with educational experiences.

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Alternative Breaks for Under-18 Group Programs

Alternative Winter or Spring Breaks offer students a chance to learn, grow, and build cultural awareness through hands-on, community-led projects. In these youth group programs, participants share in a team experience while exploring their passions and developing global perspectives.

Every project is guided by local priorities, ensuring that activities contribute to long-term goals while giving teens an authentic, immersive experience.

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Virtual Programs for Teens

Bring the world into your classroom through a virtual program. These online experiences are perfect for exploring new cultures when travel is not an option, adding an international dimension to your lessons, or building cross-cultural connections from home. From live workshops and guest speakers to collaborative semester projects, we will work with you to create a group program for teens that inspires curiosity and meaningful exchange with people in different parts of the world.

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Why Choose Kaya for Your Under 18 Group Program?

Our under 18 group programs are designed to empower the communities we work with while helping students grow into compassionate, informed global citizens. Each group program is guided by our core mission: to create meaningful, responsible travel experiences where both students and local partners benefit, grow, and learn together.

We combine careful planning, a wealth of local knowledge, and unique, off-the-beaten-path destinations to create one-of-a-kind journeys that inspire curiosity and connection.

Responsible Approach

Responsibility is at the heart of everything we do. From program selection to health and safety considerations to budgeting, if it is not responsible, it is not part of our work. Rest assured that by choosing Kaya’s under 18 group programs, you are creating benefits for students and community partners alike.

Active Cultural Engagement

At Kaya, our group programs for teens combine cultural and academic immersion for maximum impact. Whether service-based, academic, tour-based, or a blend of all three, each itinerary is built around genuine cross-cultural exchange, giving students the chance to learn with and from local communities.

Personalised Advising

We believe an international experience should reflect the unique goals of your group. That is why we customize every itinerary and maintain open, consistent communication throughout the planning process.

Safety and Liability

Safety is our top priority. Our programs follow guidance from the US State Department, local government regulations, the Centers for Disease Control, the World Health Organization, and your institution’s policies. All group programs are also covered by $5 million liability insurance.

On-Site Program Coordinator

Every group is supported by an On-site Program Coordinator (OPC) who is with you from start to finish. Our OPCs are thoroughly vetted and trained to lead groups, support learning, and navigate any emergency situations that may arise.

Passionate Team

Everyone on our team has been shaped by their own cultural exchange experiences, and that passion drives every program we deliver. We bring that same care, enthusiasm, and dedication to your students’ journey.

“I went there to teach, but in the end, I was the one who learned something. I used to see service as a duty. A duty to help those less fortunate than I was. This experience taught me humility – a humbleness that no matter how old you are, no matter what kind of education you’ve received, you can always learn something from someone else.”

Mohammed | Texas A&M

“The best thing about Kaya is its people. I love working with them. I like their business model, and it aligns with what our faculty want to do – offering more hands-on experience.”

Emily | Study Abroad Office, NE