Dates
- 07/14/2024 to 07/20/2024
Inclusions
- 7 Days and 6 Nights
- Transportation to and from LAX to HI Included
- Hotel Accommodations
- Admission to all Attractions
- All Meals (unless otherwise stated)
- 24-Hour Course Leader
- Accident & Medical Insurance
- Opportunity to Earn Free Academic Credit
Trip Information Meeting
We will be hosting another trip information meeting this fall. Stay tuned for additional details along with the date, time and location of that meeting.
Special Announcements
- Space still available. Sign up today. More students on the trip means more fun!
- There is $100 discount per person for 2 or more family members that travel on this trip.
- Must be age 9 by start of trip to travel
Our Trip Highlights
Here’s a sample list of some of the many attractions and activities the students will see and do on this trip. This trip is going to be so much fun and the students are going to learn so much!
Volcanoes National Park
Study volcanology at the Kilauea Visitor Center, hike through volcanic craters, scalded deserts, and lush rainforests; walk into an actual lava tube and see two active volcanoes. This 300,000-acre national park is home to Kilauea Volcano, one of the most active volcanoes in the world!
Punalu’u Black Sand Beach
Visit one of the most famous black sand beaches in the world. These beaches get their color from volcanic lava contacting the ocean—as the lava cools rapidly, it shatters into small basalt fragments giving the beach its black color.
Diamond Head
Climb the 99 stairs to the top of Diamond Head, a well-known landmark of the Honolulu Volcanic Series. This 763 foot volcanic tuff cone summit boasts an exhilarating 360-degree panoramic view!
USS Arizona
The USS Arizona Memorial, at Pearl Harbor in Honolulu, Hawaii, marks the resting place of 1,102 of the 1,177 sailors and Marines killed on USS Arizona during the Japanese surprise attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, and commemorates the events of that day.
Kealakekua Bay
Board a catamaran for a cruise to Kealakekua Bay, a Marine Life Conservation District. Snorkel in the brilliant blue waters and see vibrant coral, tropical fish, and on occasion, spinner dolphins. The Bay has historical significance too, as it marks the spot Captain James Cook first landed on Hawaii Island in 1778.
Kilauea Iki Crater Hike
You’ll start in a lush rainforest and descend to the floor of the Kilauea Iki Crater, a solidified lava lake which still contains many active steam vents. The vibrant colors and varied wildlife of the rainforest is a stark contrast to the steam vents, cinder cones, and splatter cones found in the crater.
Hawaiian Luau and Polynesian Show
Enjoy a traditional Hawaiian Luau and authentic Polynesian show. Students will learn how to play the ukulele, participate in a hula dance, and discuss the local legends and the cultural connections the Hawaiian people have to the land. This is a Hawaiian favorite you don’t want to miss!
Halema’Uma’U Crater
Located on the summit of Mount Kilauea, this underground lava lake has formed a crater that’s nearly 3,000-feet in diameter and over 200-feet deep. Students will enjoy a night hike to the crater and stop along the way for stargazing in the pitch-black, unpolluted sky.
Tools to Help Pay for the Trip
Financial Assistance
- Over $2.5 million in financial assistance is given out each year
- Families with annual adjusted gross incomes of up to $85,000 may qualify
- One simple call to WorldStrides Customer Service (800-468-5899) can tell you how much assistance may be available even before registering for the trip. (FLAG Financial Assistance is available on a first-come, first-served basis.)
Gift of Education Fundraiser
- Student driven fundraiser where 100% of the money raised goes to offset the trip price
- Students send e-cards, letters, or share links on social media, and family and friends, in one simple click, can make a direct donation
- Thousands of students pay for their entire trip each year through the Gift of Education
Affordable Payment Plans
- Pay a small initial deposit to sign up for the trip
- The remaining balance is spread out into small amounts and paid monthly prior to travel
- Set up auto-deductions from your account saving you time and money
The Health and Safety of our Travelers is our #1 Priority
WorldStrides has been tackling the unprecedented for the last 55 years and our experienced team is leading the way, constantly evolving to meet the ever-changing heath & safety requirements that are imperative for student travel. Even with this changing landscape, the values that underpin our commitment to health and safety remain unchanged: a dedication to scenario and contingency planning that relies on a rich network of partners and a “do-what-it-takes” commitment to respond to whatever the world hands out. Below are just a few of the measures and resources we have in place:
- Expertly trained Course Leaders to guide your group. Course Leaders are destination experts and will help bring learning to life for your students while navigating them through your itinerary.
- Around the Clock Program Support: WorldStrides has staff members who are with your group at all times. Exact safety measures vary by destination but could range from a staff member at your hotel to assist with any needs that may arise to night chaperones that watch the hallways while students are sleeping. In some destinations, we provide 24-hour Course Leaders. That’s all in addition to the support of Doctors on Call and WorldAssist.
- Doctors on Call: our exclusive partnership with the Department of Emergency Medicine at The George Washington University
- WorldAssist: our 24/7 safety and security command center staffed by WorldStrides team members who are specially trained to handle any situation – no matter how big or small.
- WorldStrides Name Badges: provided to all students and printed with the WorldAssist phone number providing direct access to students should the need arise.
Exact safety and security measures vary by destination. Please refer to your program specific materials for more details.
Protect Your Investment with our Full Refund Program
Educational travel is an investment in your child’s future. Our Full Refund Program protects that investment should you have to cancel your registration for any reason prior to departure. The program refunds all money paid (less the cost of the Full Refund Program and any other non-refundable fees) and includes special Job Loss Protection. We strongly recommend that you add on our Full Refund Program when signing up for your trip. Full Terms and Conditions are available at worldstrides.com/tripterms.
Academic Credit included with each trip
Through our Discovery for Credit program, we’re extremely proud to offer academic credit to student travelers upon successful completion of online course work. Student travelers in middle school can receive high school credit and student travelers in grades 9-12 may be eligible to receive up to three college credits. On applicable programs, college credit is provided through our university partner, George Mason University. Click here to learn more.