It’s Hawai’i way beyond the “tourist track.” Practice M?lama ‘?ina (to take care of the land) as you dive into the key principles of permaculture, traditional and modern approaches to sustainability, eco-forward practices, and climate justice.
‘A‘ohe pau ka ‘ike i ka h?lau ho‘okahi. All knowledge is not learned in just one school. ‘A‘ohe hana nui ke alu ‘ia. No task is too big when done together.
Please note: In recognition of the devastating fires that have impacted communities in Maui, this itinerary is subject to change based on the needs and priorities of both our community partners and the larger community in Maui.
Experience the indigenous knowledge of Hawai’i‘s people, dive into the environmental history of Maui and its progressing efforts to role model self-sufficiency.Blending awe-inspiring beauty and transformational learning and service in the areas of permaculture, natural building, and climate justice with a foundation of Hawaiian culture and exploring social justice issues, this program will be an unforgettable experience.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Experience the power of nature and creation as you watch lava give birth to a new earth as it merges with the ocean.
- Immerse yourself into Hawaiian culture: language, food, mythology. Learn about the Hawaiian sovereignty movement and hear the ‘story’ from elders.
- Go way beyond the tourist track with meaningful partnerships and initiatives.
RECENT TESTIMONIALS
"I feel blessed to have been allowed such an incredibly moving and spiritual experience. I genuinely feel like a better, more grounded, and passionate person. My biggest takeaway from this trip was a feeling of purpose. I felt like my work was meaningful and magical. I felt like I was doing something that mattered. That feeling was amazing!!!" - Kellyn, Hawai'i, Student
"Wow. 10 out of 10. The leaders are so skilled in both travel AND teenagers. I can't imagine a better experience for my kid. And neither can he. He came back stronger, smarter, kinder, more confident, and more capable. His anxiety is way down. His joy is up. He discovered he loves travel, friends, adventure, and service more than he loves screens. Hallelujah!! It's not a cushy trip; they had some hard experiences, but I have never seen my child more alive and present. Bravo Global Routes!!!" - Abigail, Hawai'i, Parent
2025: June 28 – July 26, 2025
TUITION: $7,995
*International airfare is not included in tuition. In general, roundtrip airfare (from New York, for example) can run from $800 – $1,200.
So this was my second time going on a trip with Global Routes and once again it was THE BEST! I learned a lot about Hawaii, about myself, and I met so many amazing people and made new friends. I had a whole new outlook on life after coming back. I felt more confident, responsible, independent, and ready to go out into the world as an adult. I gained important life skills that will be important for college, adult life, and beyond.
One thing I particularly love about a Global Routes program is not having your phone for the duration of the trip. I think that really helped me to be more present