Environmental Justice in Indigenous Ecuador

U.S. Department of State

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• Program Orientation
• Travel Arrangements
• On Site Transportation
• COVID-19 Entry Requirements
• Entry Requirements for U.S. Citizens
• Entry Requirements for Non-U.S. Citizens
• Insurance

Program Orientation

Pre-Departure Orientation
There will be a program-specific orientation with the instructor and/or program provider at UC Davis. This orientation addresses travel, packing, academics, health and safety, and more. It also provides you the opportunity to meet with others on your program. Prior to orientation, you will receive a Program Specific Guide that will further support program preparation.

On-Site Orientation
Soon after arrival to the program destination, you will have an on-site orientation. The on-site orientation serves to introduce you to the new environment as well as provide on-site resources and support.

Travel Arrangements

You are responsible for making your own travel arrangements to the program site. Detailed instructions for making flight arrangements are sent to enrolled students via email once the program is confirmed. Wait to purchase plane tickets until you receive this email. Instructions on how to get to the program accommodations will be included in your Program Specific Guide.

As UC Davis Summer Abroad programs are not affiliated with a host university, you will enter as a tourist. If you intend to participate in another study, intern, or travel program beforehand or afterward, you are responsible for your visa situation. Study Abroad can provide a verification of enrollment letter when requested

On Site Transportation

This program makes use of several modes of transportation such as, walking, bus, canoe, and planes. Travel between program sites is included in the program fee. Please note that a small aircraft will be used when returning to the city of Puyo after visiting the Sarayaku community (carries up to 5 passengers at a time and utilizes a dirt landing strip).

COVID-19 Entry Requirements

While a UC Davis/UC student may be granted a policy exception to the COVID-19 vaccination program, host countries, institutions, program providers, venues or businesses related to UC Davis Study Abroad programs may have their own additional requirements with which student participants will need to comply.

For a list of programs that currently require vaccination against COVID-19, please review our Program Updates and Resources Related to COVID-19. 

Country-Specific Requirements
For additional information about country-specific requirements related to COVID-19 please review the U.S. Department of State COVID-19 Country Specific Information. Information is subject to change and you are encouraged to continually check for updates as it relates to your planned travel.

Important Note for Students with Non-U.S. Passports: Please be aware of the Requirements for Air Travelers to the U.S. Non-U.S. passport holders may be required to be fully vaccinated and to provide proof of vaccination status prior to boarding an airplane to the United States.