Since 1991, our teens have traveled the globe—building lifelong friendships, serving local communities, and growing into their best selves.
What we do
Life-changing travel that helps teens discover the world—and their place in it.
Summiting a remote peak in Norway’s wilderness, summer 2022.
Meghan G, an RLT parent
My son went on two trips, and we’re so grateful for all he gained...close friends, strong role models, confidence, a broader worldview, and the chance to give back.
Why RLT
Rooted in meaningful service, committed to safety, and small by design.
Local service
Each trip is rooted in service—meeting real needs, supporting locals, and making a lasting impact.
Decades of safety
We could list our safety accreditations, but instead... in 33 years, there’s never been a serious injury. Not one.
Intentionally small
Being small is our superpower. It means we can have high leader-to-teen ratios and know every family personally.
Volunteering to clean up trails in the forests of Maine, summer 2023.
2025 destinations
Alaska
Colorado
Hawaii
Maine
Washington
Puerto Rico
Alaska Colorado Hawaii Maine Washington Puerto Rico
Azores
Bali
Costa Rica
Greece
Norway
Peru
Thailand
Vietnam
Italy
France
Azores Bali Costa Rica Greece Norway Peru Thailand Vietnam Italy France
Our trips
Whatever their passion, we have a trip for them. Perfected over decades.
Tailored to their age
From 11 to 18, we offer trips curated to different ages & comfortability, helping teens thrive away from home.
Designed around interests
Centered around cultural immersion, service, and adventure, our trips help teens see beyond life at school.
Established for decades
Our trips are iconic, built & perfected for over 30 years—many of our leaders were once participants themselves.
Exploring The Garden of the Gods in Colorado, summer 2023.
Benedetta V, an RLT parent
My daughter wrote her college application essay about how life-changing RLT was. It also helped her choose environmental science as her college major.
The impact
A 30-year legacy of transformation, growth, and life-changing travel.
Rafting the Salmon River, summer 2004
Exploring Denali National Park, summer 2010
Kayaking on Kenai Lake, summer 2014
Trekking the Rockies, summer 2017
Hiking to Skógafoss waterfall, summer 2019
Caring for horses in Montana, summer 2022
Get more info
Schedule a quick, no-pressure call with our team to get more info about our programs. There’s no obligation to sign up—just a friendly chat to answer your questions, share details about our trips, and help you figure out if RLT is the right fit for your teen.
Rather not wait? Call us at (773) 342-5200 or email info@theroadlesstraveled.com