New Zealand Program
Haere Mai.
Called Aotearoa, the “land of the long white cloud,” by Maori settlers a thousand years ago, New Zealand is a land of subtropical forests, active volcanoes, glaciers, and spectacular landscapes.
- Learn about Maori culture on a traditional marae
- Shear sheep and bushwalk in the hill country of the North Island
- Work on an eco-service project in a nature reserve
- Ice climb glaciers, mountain bike, and snowboard on the South Island
Orientation and Maori Culture
Spend your first few days in Auckland learning about the culture and history of New Zealand. Navigate the city’s diverse neighborhoods, enjoy a traditional Hangi meal, and learn the history of the Pakeha (European) and Maori cultures. Then, visit a traditonal marae to listen to chants that retell Maori warrior legends and play games used to test agility before entering battle.
Homestay
Your host family welcomes you and shows you around Feilding , a charming small town in the midst of sheep and cattle ranches. Join in your family's daily activities and pick up new Kiwi words and phrases.
Sample activities: Watch a performance of ancient song and dance at a traditional Maori meetinghouse; go “tramping through the bush” with your homestay family; learn how to shear sheep; see wool-spinning in action; visit glowworm caves.
Community Service
The first country to start a national rainforest reforestation project, New Zealand is the perfect place to participate in a weeklong community service project that helps rejuvenate the land.
Sample service projects: Plant trees and preserve native vegetation in a nature reserve; work under the guidance of New Zealand’s Conservation Department; build handicap-accessible trails in a nature park.
Ecological Adventure
Cross the Cook Strait to experience the South Island’s breathtaking scenery. For 10 days, travel by private bus through stunning national parks, charming towns, and along the picturesque coastline.
Sample activities: Explore the art galleries and theaters of Christchurch; take a guided glacier walk; plunge into a thermal creek; experience “underworld innertubing”; mountain bike, rock climb, or rollerblade; snowboard or ski in the southern Alps; whalewatch off the dramatic northeast coast; visit Abel Tazman National Park.
“We saw mountains, forests, glaciers, sheep farms, and beautiful lush landscapes. The natural beauty of New Zealand was amazing.”
-- Trevor Goff, Yonkers, New York
Program Information:
Code: NZS
Features: Community Service, Ecological/Outdoor Adventure, Travel and Regional Exploration
Prerequisites: None
Dates: June 27, 2010 -
August 02, 2010
Depart/Return: Los Angeles
Fee: $6,800
*
*(International airfare included)
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PROGRAM FEATURES:
Community Service, Ecological/Outdoor Adventure, Travel and Regional Exploration
DURATION:
5 weeks
PREREQUISITE:
None
DATES:
June 27, 2010 -
August 02, 2010
FEE:
$6,800
*
*(International airfare included)
DEPART / RETURN:
Los Angeles
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