Health + Safety

Leading the Industry in Risk Management

With 30+ years of experience and trusted partnerships with top universities and institutions, we lead the field in international risk management. From expert instructors to 24/7 support and robust local networks, we deliver transformative experiences that prioritize participant well-being through industry-leading standards and globally respected practices.

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Foundational Pillars for Student Safety

In our 30+ years of experience, we’ve built robust risk management systems, extensive local contacts, and a practiced understanding of regional safety issues that help us to offer innovative and supportive programming.

We encourage you to schedule a call to learn more about our nuanced and comprehensive approach to managing risk.

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24/7 Support Team

With a maximum of 200 students in the field at once, our experienced administrative staff of 30+ individuals is well resourced to respond to any challenge 24/7.

Experienced Staff

Typically, a Dragons field instructor team represents multiple languages, ten or more years of in-country experience, and diverse backgrounds in managing risks in international settings.

4:1 Ratio

Our 4:1 student-to-instructor ratio is unparalleled in the industry. Like a small classroom, we are able to give students more opportunity and independence through hands-on mentorship.

International SOS

For 20+ years we have partnered with International SOS, providing our travelers with 24/7 access to doctors and best-in-class emergency support services.

Expert Training

Our instructors are trained extensively year over year. With the best staff retention in the industry, our instructors know how to maximize learning and safety.

Community Partners

We have long-standing reciprocal relationships with the communities we visit and invest in providing training and support for hosting and facilitating a positive learning environment.

By The Numbers

The data speaks for itself

Support + Wellness

Fuel Your Mind, Body, and Spirit

Whether joining a summer or Gap program, or traveling with us through a school program, travel can sometimes feel nerve-wracking. We not only take you to incredible places, but our holistic focus on support and wellness gives you the tools to positively engage new experiences, travel as your authentic self, and return home feeling ready to take on anything.