The breath-taking sight of the waves crashing against the shore lined with French buildings in Pondicherry, and the quiet, lush-green landscape of Auroville, a township promoting global oneness — set the perfect stage for learning, volunteering, and adventure.
Indulge in thrilling water sports, say Bonjour to the abundance of French influence, delve in the thousand-year-old Indian history, and learn about sustainable practices and responsible living in the present day. This Edutour provides a deeper insight into an array of subjects.
Highlights of
Pondicherry & Auroville
French Colonies
Walk the streets brimming with carefully preserved yesteryear’s French influence, visible in art, architecture, music, and cuisine
Auroville, The Universal City
Experience the uniqueness of global harmony in this experimental township, where people of more than 43 different countries live sustainably in peace and harmony
Sustainable Living
Learn living while reducing the use of Earth's natural resources, and embracing several innovative solutions for food, construction, and lifestyle
Indian History
Witness the rich Indian history in monuments that are over a thousand years old - the Mahabalipuram Temples
Water Sports
Kayak, jet-ski, and surf in the Bay of Bengal off the picturesque Pondicherry Beach
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Science Workshops
Participate in a one-of-a-kind musicology workshop; learn of innovative experiments in cooking being carried out by the locals
Volunteer With NGOs
Cultivate a deeper sense of responsibility as you participate in various organic farming activities with the locals
CAS Projects
Work in teams on CAS projects to assimilate your experiences in Pondicherry and Auroville into actionable steps
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Program Details
Step foot in the beautiful union territory of Pondicherry and begin your Edutour with a program briefing by Team Redwood.
Explore the vibrant French Colonies with a local, and soak in the sound of waves at the beach in the evening
Visit the beautiful, growing global township of Auroville — home to 2,700 people from 50 different nations — to get unique perspectives about its culture.
Interact with local students who will introduce you to the township and their day-to-day lives
Learn how bamboo as a building material can benefit our environment, witness how locals use solar energy in their kitchen, interact with musicology experts of global repute, and finally, build your own instrument with qualified craftsmen — the busiest day of the Edutour
Volunteer at an organic farm through the day building a deeper understanding of sustainable living and agriculture.
Rejuvenate with an evening full of kayaking, surfing or jet-skiing at the beach
Visit Mahabalipuram — a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its monuments and temples built over a thousand years ago.
Brainstorm on your learnings with your tour members for a quick recap as you conclude the Edutour
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