Gap Year Program Los Angeles California

Transform Your Gap Year – Travel Abroad for Los Angeles Residents in Ecuador

Gap Year Program

Experience Ecuador’s rich culture while serving its communities

International Volunteer

Help build sustainable projects in education, healthcare & social impact

Volunteer hours

Meet like-minded volunteers from the USA, Canada & beyond

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LA Students Finding Meaning With a Gap Year in Ecuador

The Gap Year Program for students from Los Angeles is about more than travel—it’s about transformation. Whether you’re seeking a break after high school, exploring new directions before college, or simply craving purpose, this program offers you the chance to shift gears and step into something truly life-shaping. Through hands-on volunteering, cultural immersion, and real-world learning, you'll expand your view of the world—and yourself. Ecuador welcomes you with community, nature, and the opportunity to make a lasting difference.

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Why Los Angeles Students Are Heading to Ecuador !

For students in Los Angeles, where life moves fast and expectations run high, a gap year in Ecuador offers something rare: space to breathe, reflect, and grow. It’s a chance to step away from the noise and immerse yourself in something deeper—nature, connection, and meaningful contribution.More than just a break, it’s a way to make your mark. To show yourself and your community that you care, that you want to lead with purpose, and that impact matters to you. Academic success is important—but sometimes, pressing pause is what truly propels you forward.

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Help Us Make a Difference: Take a Gap Year in Ecuador

Spending your gap year in Ecuador is more than just an adventure—it’s a chance to do something meaningful while gaining valuable experience. By joining our program, you’ll become part of local communities, contribute to sustainable projects, and build skills that will set you apart in the future. Rather than letting time slip by, this is your opportunity to explore new cultures, make a real impact, and grow in ways you never expected. Whether you’re helping to support education, strengthening local businesses, or working on community initiatives, your time here will leave a lasting mark—not just on the people you help, but on your own journey as well. A gap year isn’t about pressing pause; it’s about taking a step toward something bigger.

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Not Taking a Gap Year? You Can Still Make an Impact!

Even if now isn’t the right time for a gap year, you can still be part of something meaningful. Your support helps fund community projects, provide education, and create opportunities for those in need. Every contribution, big or small, makes a difference.

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Student from Los angeles California changing lives - With Gap yer program.

A Gap Year That Builds Your Future

This isn’t a break from learning—it’s learning differently. Our gap year program empowers you with life skills that go beyond textbooks. From collaborating on grassroots initiatives to adapting to new cultures, every day in Ecuador is a step toward personal and professional growth.

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A Perspective Shift from LA to Ecuador

Students from Los Angeles and across California often describe the experience as a personal awakening. Leaving a city that never stops, they discover the value of slowing down, reconnecting with themselves, and engaging in work that makes a difference.Whether you’re mentoring kids in rural schools, working in agriculture, or joining environmental efforts, you’ll find purpose in service—and take that mindset back home.

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Program Fees & Details (Per Person)

Our volunteer program offers flexible duration options to suit your schedule and commitment level.

2 Weeks Helping In Ecuador

The program fee covers comfortable accommodation in a safe and welcoming environment, along with two nutritious meals per day featuring local Ecuadorian cuisine. Volunteers will have access to local transportation to and from project sites, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free experience. This does not include the flight to Ecuador.

$500 usd

1 Month Helping In Ecuador

The program fee covers comfortable accommodation in a safe and welcoming environment, along with two nutritious meals per day featuring local Ecuadorian cuisine. Volunteers will have access to local transportation to and from project sites, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free experience. This does not include the flight to Ecuador.

$900 usd

3 Month Helping In Ecuador

The program fee covers comfortable accommodation in a safe and welcoming environment, along with two nutritious meals per day featuring local Ecuadorian cuisine. Volunteers will have access to local transportation to and from project sites, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free experience. This does not include the flight to Ecuador.

$2500 usd

Join us and our team to make an impact, change lives, and transform your own.

Inquire now, and our team will be here to assist you every step of the way. We’re committed to making your experience unique and impactful, ensuring you have all the support you need to make a difference.

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