Exploring Thailand: July 7–July 24, 2023

Experience the many facets of Thailand through service work and by exploring Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Cha-am Beach, an elephant sanctuary, and a floating market.

About the Trip

You’ll spend two days in Seattle, Washington, getting to know your travel group and visiting Seattle landmarks before flying to Bangkok to start your Thai adventure.

This trip through Thailand is service meets sightseeing meets seriously beautiful temples. In northern Thailand, you’ll work with local communities on projects related to education, the environment, or community development. Then ask yourself, “What’s cuter than a happy elephant?” Answer: A sanctuary full of happy elephants! You’ll get to observe these gentle giants and help maintain the place they call home. Next, you’ll head to bustling Bangkok to explore its winding canals, historic sites, and local flavors. Then you will enjoy some free time at Cha-am Beach and observe elephants in their natural habitat at Kui Buri National Park.

Who Should Apply?

• Age: Girl Scouts entering grades 10–12 or those who will have just graduated 12th grade in summer 2023

• Interests: Environmental science, wilderness conservation

• Requirements: Teamwork, ability to be outside and walk for extended periods

• Equipment: Passport

• Ignite Your Passion! This trip is great for Girl Scouts who are interested in environmental and wilderness conservation for a Take Action project.

The Cost

Program fee: $5,950–$6,700

The program fee includes airfare from Seattle, Washington, to Thailand and back. Girl Scouts will need to arrange their own transportation to Seattle.

Deposit due upon acceptance: $95 to EF Tours and $100 to council. (This deposit is already included in your program fee.)

Final payment due: Spring 2023

Cancellation policy: This tour is organized in collaboration with EF Tours; please review its cancellation policies.

Financial aid may be available. Check with your local council.

Host and Contact Info

Girl Scouts of Western Washington | https://www.girlscoutsww.org/

Val Manuel, 2023thailand@gmail.com, 360-770-3641