Join our Student Group Travel in The Bahamas. International Field Studies offers a wide range of trips for students and recent graduates, we offer week long trips for school groups, summer open enrollment programs and 6-week long trips for gap year students. The classroom at Forfar sits just along the shore where students put their knowledge to the test with experiential learning. Our program has many different facets and will allow you to experience a true, immersive Marine-based field studies program while exploring this remote island and the Bahamian Culture.
Students doing fish id
Student Group Travel School Groups
International Field Studies offers schools the opportunity to travel to The Bahamas as a group. Students will engage in a variety of amazing experiences with our student group travel, and each trip includes:
Lodging at our Forfar Field Station
3 meals a day
Lectures
Lecture-themes excursions listed in our Sites and Sights Guide
Snorkeling the Andros Barrier Reef, the world’s third-longest fringing barrier reef
Learning marine biology field skills for marine environments: mangrove habitats, seagrass beds, and coral reefs.
Students will gain hands-on experience and understand how to properly research, measure and evaluate marine ecosystems. Watch our Forfar Field Station Experience video to learn more about the experience.
Ages: 14+
Typically a 7 day trip
Location: Andros Island, The Bahamas
Price: $1575 for students and $1275 for chaperones
Price includes lodging, meals, excursions, inner island flight, transportation from Andros airport and transportation during the trip, excludes airfare to Nassau
1 free chaperone per every 10 students
Students studying marine life
“Forfar is a well-kept secret from the rest of the world. The rustic experience of living on the beach in a community with experts in their field was absolutely amazing. I learned so much about conservation, and about the flora and fauna of the Bahamas.”
Student Group Travel Gap Year
International Field Studies offers a Gap Year program for recent high school or college graduates. Our student group travel program Gap Year details:
Length: 6 weeks
Fall Cohort
Winter Cohort:
Ages: 18-24 years old
Price: $6,499
Location: Forfar Field Station, Andros, Bahamas
Our student group travel gap year focuses on immersive marine-based field studies. With topics of Marine Science, Coastal Ecotourism, Island Ecology, Climate Change, SCUBA Diving, and Sea Kayaking. It truly is an unforgettable experience.
Our students even have the opportunity to earn the following certifications:
ACA Kayaking
Wilderness First Aid (WFA)
Student scuba diving
Next Steps for our Student Group Travel Trips
Step 1: Sign Up
School Groups - fill out our simple online form to register for this student group travel
Gap Year Students - Fill out our simple application form to register for this student group travel gap year
Step 2: Pay Deposit
In order to secure your spot on the trip you need to pay a deposit.
Step 3: Passports
Make sure you have a valid Passport that does not expire within 6 months of your travel date.
Step 4: Review Packing List and Pre-Departure Documents
Take the time to review our detailed packing list before the trip. International Field Studies will provide a variety of pre-departure documents 3-4 weeks before your travel date.
Group of students enjoying theview
“My time at Forfar Field Station was truly incredible and I will never forget the memories I made and the people I met!”
Safety
International Field Studies has been operating programming in The Bahamas since the 1970’s. The safety of our participants is our number one priority. For more information about our safety protocols, please contact us at office@intlfieldstudies.org.
Cabins
Student Group Travel Accommodations
Our location for the student group travel is located at Forfar Field Station, Andros Island. Our Field Station is a rustic former dive resort nestled on a beachfront coconut grove on the east coast of the island. Our cabins are rustic, and each cabin has 3-4 sets of bunk beds, electricity, fans, and a private bathroom with hot water and a shower. Wifi is available in our lodge for all guests.
Frequently Asked Questions about our Student Group Travel
1. How do I sign up? - click here to sign up for the student group travel.
2. What will the weather be like when we are there? - we recommend you check the weather before your trip.
3. Can you tell me more about Andros Island? - Read our Blog Post for more details about Andros Island.
4.Will I need a passport to travel to The Bahamas or can I use another form of identification? - You must use a valid government issued passport book to enter the Bahamas. Birth certificates and other forms of identification will not be accepted.
