ACTIVE ADVENTURES + SERVICE TRIPS

Experiential Learning in Tibet

and beyond
Working with schools to create

Transformational Student Trips

At Extravagant Yak, we know that travel can be transformational. Whether it's challenging yourself physically with a 5-day trek on the edge of the Tibetan Plateau, or connecting with locals through service projects, our aim with every student trip is to partner with schools in growing world changers.

We are passionate about experiential learning. Click the link below and download a pdf to learn more about the activities we have to offer your students and support your desired learning outcomes.

venture off the beaten path

tibet is closer than you think

why journey with us

based in 
chengdu, china

The gateway city to Tibet and less than a 5 hr direct flight from anywhere in Asia

Iconic
experiences

Authentic culture and alpine wonderlands within 3 hrs drive from the airport

active
adventure

Trekking and mountain biking options that attract adventurers from around the world

Service
opportunities

Service projects in remote areas hosted by the warm hospitality of local families
what others have to say
  • "Each time we've brought our students on a journey with Extravagant Yak, the beautiful experience of Tibetan land and culture, combined with the caring, passionate staff, has facilitated adventures that go beyond education into the realm of personal transformation."
    Hannah Mikul Landon
    Explore Outdoor Leadership Program Director- Prairie College
  • "Having worked with many trip providers for over 15 years on 3 different continents, Extravagant Yak is the very best I have ever come across."

    John van der Marel
    Duke of Edinburgh Gold Coordinator - Jerudong International School, Brunei
  • "The guides are warm and engaging and clearly love what they are doing, which gives the students much more than just educational value."

    Dr. James W. Pilton
    Director - Quality Schools International, Chengdu
  • "Throughout my experience with Extravagant Yak, I felt thoroughly cared for. Not only did Jim and his team do a phenomenal job in executing the itinerary, but they also took a proactive approach in making sure all my needs were met on the trip. Because of the hospitality I experienced at EY, I was able to freely enjoy the beauty of both Chinese and Tibetan cultures."
    Frank Martens
    Student - Explore Outdoor Leadership Program
  • "Each time we've brought our students on a journey with Extravagant Yak, the beautiful experience of Tibetan land and culture, combined with the caring, passionate staff, has facilitated adventures that go beyond education into the realm of personal transformation."
    Hannah Mikul Landon
    Explore Outdoor Leadership Program Director- Prairie College
Educators we partner with
Chengdu International SchoolLeman International SchoolTianjin International SchoolInternational School of BeijingJerudong International SchoolGarden International SchoolKeystone AcademyTanglin TrustQSI ChengduWuxi International SchoolMalvern CollegeMalvern CollegeMalvern College
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Let's Talk

Contact us today for a student trip package - itineraries, service trip opportunities, risk assessment samples, and more.

Ask us about our recce trips for educators. Come and experience it for yourself first.

For more information about Extravagant Yak Student Trips, download our PDF Fact Sheet. 

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Unit #1117, 2 East Gaosheng Qiao Rd.
Chengdu, Sichuan 610041, P.R. China

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  • Hikers in Tibet
    students with a monk in Tibet
    Duke of Ed Gold Adventurous Journey
  • student playing frisbee
    camping near Minya Kongka in Western Sichuan
    student learns traditional painting technique
  • Duke of Ed Service work
    campfire time
    student rock climbing
extravagant yak supports locals through sustainable tourism across tibet and beyond. ask us how.
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