As time goes by, it can be harder to access the wonder, joy, and freedom discovered in your younger days and first epic adventures—but that sense lingers. If you make space for it, travel can once again awaken who you want to be for yourself and for your community.
Rooted in education—and designed for adult travelers—our trips provide time for individual exploration, while sharing those experiences alongside a small cohort of like-minded peers. Led by expert guides and local mentors, you’ll go “behind-the-scenes” and genuinely connect to a different way of life in all its beautiful, messy, and complicated reality.
For decades, we’ve embraced a different approach to travel by directly partnering with local communities who graciously share their wisdom and ways of life with us. Most Dragons groups have 10 participants and 2 guides, allowing for more authentic experiences, a lighter impact on the places we visit, and deeper learning every step of the way.
Global educators at heart, these incredible human beings are more than a wealth of knowledge. By sharing their extensive in-country experience, academic backgrounds, and personal relationships with the communities we visit, they open doors to unique experiences that stay with you for life.
Every trip is designed to engage the individual as well as the group. On a typical day, you can expect to dive into planned group activities, have time to explore on your own, and end the day with a good meal and comfortable accommodations.
For decades, we’ve embraced a different approach to travel by directly partnering with local communities who graciously share their wisdom and ways of life with us. Most Dragons groups have 10 participants and 2 guides, allowing for more authentic experiences, a lighter impact on the places we visit, and deeper learning every step of the way.
Structured around 6 Program Elements, each itinerary balances immersive hands-on experiences, intentional learning activities, and opportunities for you to pursue your individual interests. Then we—as guides—step to the side so you can genuinely engage with culture, place, and dramatically different realities that would be difficult to access on your own.
Global educators at heart, these incredible human beings are more than a wealth of knowledge. By sharing their extensive in-country experience, academic backgrounds, and personal relationships with the communities we visit, they open doors to unique experiences that stay with you for life.
Every trip is designed to engage the individual as well as the group. On a typical day, you can expect to dive into planned group activities, have time to explore on your own, and end the day with a good meal and comfortable accommodations.
Structured around 6 Program Elements, each itinerary balances immersive hands-on experiences, intentional learning activities, and opportunities for you to pursue your individual interests. Then we—as guides—step to the side so you can genuinely engage with culture, place, and dramatically different realities that would be difficult to access on your own.
It's not easy to find travel opportunities for adults where you get to be immersed in the culture. Not just visit and take pictures and say that you got to see these places, but truly become one with the culture, learn about it, live within it, converse and live with the locals and learn from their lives as well.
– Allegra C, Senegal Program
Soon we will be home in our familiar, comfortable lives. What will be new is a warm place in my heart that will hold Nepalese Newari smiles and cosmology. New fires rekindled. In gratitude, namaste.
– Mark B, Nepal Program
The homestay was an unbelievable and incredible experience. The people of Paru Paru are warm, kind, and wise. This was more than I could have hoped for.
– Carly C, Peru Program
I had some trepidation about going on an organized and structured trip–this was definitely organized, but open and fluid which was fantastic.
– Leslie T, Senegal Program
One of my absolute favorite parts of the trip were all of the lessons! I loved having so many different speakers who covered such a broad range of topics which provided wonderful insight into so many aspects of the Senegalese culture.
– Leslie T, Senegal Program
Customize a travel experience for your family, friends or colleagues in Africa, Asia or Latin America. Together, we’ll create a trip that’s one-of-a-kind and suits your dates, travel style, and goals.
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Customize a travel experience for your family, friends or colleagues in Africa, Asia or Latin America. Together, we’ll create a trip that’s one-of-a-kind and suits your dates, travel style, and goals.
Safety is our first priority. Over 30+ years, we’ve built a robust 24/7 Global Risk Management System. We've also been successfully vetted by key partners, including the US Secret Service.
With Dragons, you're committing to travel that minimizes harm on the planet and its people. Read about our B Corp certification, financial aid, and commitment to social justice.
We are a bit of everything–educators, community builders, social activists, environmentalists, parents, and thought leaders. Get to know the trusted team that will support you every step of the way.
Peru Travel Program
Photo by Japhy Dhungana, instructor.
Photo by Japhy Dhungana, instructor.
Nepal Travel Program
Boudhanath Stupa. Photo by Benjamin Felser.
Guatemala Travel Program
Sunset on Lake Atitlan. Photo by Laila Skramstad.
Senegal Travel Program
Along the shores of Dakar, Senegal. Photo by Crystal Liu.
