The Prem Visiting Schools and Magic Eyes Barge Program
Thailand
- Other Cities in Thailand:
Krabi
- Bangkok:
Bangkok
- Chiang Mai:
Chiang Mai
- All Other Areas in Thailand:
Rayong,
Kanchanaburi,
Ayutthaya,
Nonthaburi
Term: Academic Year, Throughout the year
Durations of Program: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks and 9-12 weeks
Dates: offered all year
Description:
We customize programs from a few days to 2 months in length, for students of all ages from primary to university level. Programs include environmental education aboard our floating classroom on the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok, Rainforest and marine exploration at sites around Thailand and cultural activities. At The Prem Center in Chiang Mai we can include a range of leadership activities, soft adventure (climbing, caving, rafting,trekking, cycling) environmental programs looking at sustainability, meeting fieldwork data collection needs, water testing, plot surveys, service projects and cultural activities (Thai cookery, dance, music, language, temple visits, sessions to introduce Buddhism etc). Each of our activities is arranged and supported by Prem staff. Students are encouraged to work as a team and to reflect on their experiences.
Highlights:
Challenging yourself to new experiences, seeing a "non-touristy" Thailand, having fun whilst learning away from school, interacting with local people
Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)
Minimum Education: Bachelors
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Travel Types :
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- BackPacking Abroad
- Birdwatching
- Camping
- Canoeing
- Climbing
- Cooking
- Cycling (Mountain)
- Eco Tours
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- Ecology
- Environmental Studies
- Golf
- Hiking
- Homestay
- Kayaking (River)
- Native Culture Studies
- Nature Tours
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- Rafting
- RainForest Tours
- Student Tours
- Tours
- Trekking
- Volunteering
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Subject Areas :
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- Agriculture
- Arts
- Asian Studies
- Biology (General)
- Community Service
- Conservation and Preservation
- Culture
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- Earth Sciences
- Education
- Environmental Studies
- Field-Study
- Geography
- Internship Programs
- Leadership
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- Marine Biology
- Marine Science
- Natural Sciences
- Student Trips (non-credit)
- Sustainable Development
- Travel / Tourism
- Zoology & Wildlife Sciences
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Cost in US$: USD 65-85
Cost Include Description:
This is an approx cost per person per day. It includes all food, transport, activity, accommodation once in Thailand, but is dependent on the fluctuating dollar price and the program specifics.
Experience Required: yes
Previous work with young people
This Program is open to
Worldwide
Participants.
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Typical Living Arrangements :
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Participants Travel to Thailand
Independently
or
in Groups
Typically Participants Work
Independently
or
in Groups of 12 - 100
Application Process Involves:
- Letters of Reference
- Other
- Physical Exam/Health Records
- Resume
- Written Application
Post-Program Services Include:
- Job and Internship Network
The Prem Visiting Schools and Magic Eyes Barge Program's Mission Statement: Challenging students to be active Global Citizens through exposure to unique educational experiences
Year Founded: 2000
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