Join our Student Travel Company in The Bahamas. International Field Studies offers a wide range of trips for students and recent graduates. 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 with an introduction to Ecotourism and the Bahamian Culture. We offer week long trips for high school and university groups, summer open enrollment programs, and 6-week long trips for gap year students.

Students snorkeling

Student Travel Company 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 Travel Companies trips, including:

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: $1650 for students and $1350 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 with Forfar Field Station

Students studying marine life

IFS gave me the opportunity to explore and appreciate a truly unique part of our planet. Every day was a new adventure. I saw plants and animals that can’t be found anywhere else in the world. The staff was amazing and the experience was educational, fun, and memorable.
— Rene Hoover, Niagara University

Student Travel Company Gap Year

International Field Studies offers a Gap Year program for recent high school or college graduates. Our student travel company Gap Year Program offers:

  • Length: 6 weeks 

    • Fall Cohort

    • Winter Cohort: 

  • Ages: 18-24 years old

  • Price: $6,750

  • Location: Forfar Field Station, Andros, Bahamas

Our student travel company gap year program 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:

Student scuba diving

Next Steps

Step 1: Sign Up

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

Overall, my trip to Andros was an unforgettable experience. I learned more than I could’ve imagined and saw more than I could’ve expected.
— Tim Henson, Fauquier High School

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.

 
Row of Cabins at Forfar Field Station

Cabiins

Student Travel Company Accommodations

Our location for the student travel company 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 Travel Company

1. How do I sign up? - click here to sign up with our marine based student travel company.

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.