Puerto Rico: Faith, Stewardship & Resilience
Focus: Environmental Stewardship, Cultural Immersion, Christian Faith Integration
Duration: 6 Days
Standards Alignment: NGSS (Ecosystems, Earth Systems), C3 Framework (Culture), AP Environmental Science, Principles of Creation Care & Service
*This sample itinerary is for planning purposes only and may be modified due to availability, logistics, or group customization requests
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Arrival in San Juan & Lajas
Arrival in San Juan & orientation with tour director and staff
Walking tour of Old San Juan
Faith Reflection: Gratitude for history, culture & God’s creativity in human design
Journey to Lajas
Group Devotional: “The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it”
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Cabo Rojo & La Parguera’s Bio Bay
Visit Cabo Rojo’s Salt Flats and interpretive center & guided hike
Relaxation at Playa Boquerón: Fellowship, swimming & reflection on rest as renewal
Private boat tour through La Parguera’s mangrove cays: Learn about resilience and community fishing traditions
Swim in the bioluminescent bay
Evening Reflection: “How can we be light in our communities?”
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El Yunque & Luquillo
Guided eco-tour through El Yunque rainforest
Hikes to waterfalls with opportunities to swim in natural pools
Traditional rainforest lunch at local restaurant
Relax at Luquillo Beach: Fellowship, journaling, and prayer circle by the ocean
Evening Devotional: “Creation declares the glory of God”
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Santurce & Piñones
Visit Santurce’s La Placita
Artistic journey down Calle Cerra
Afro-Caribbean lunch in Piñones
Closing worship and commissioning service
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Student Showcase & Fellowship
Student presentations of resilience and stewardship projects
Fellowship with local youth, shared worship, and cultural exchange
Celebration dinner with prayer circle and commissioning
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Departure
Closing reflection and farewell blessing
Airport transfer & farewell