Random Walks - Belize

Overview

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Itinerary Description

Escape to Belize! Before you even arrive in San Ignacio, hone your adventurous side by soaring through the jungle canopy with ziplining at Jaguar Paw. Once settled in San Ignacio, you'll explore ancient Mayan ruins complete with a typical lunch. As you make your way to San Pedro, you will explore the under-world at ATM Cave, famous for hidden chambers and geological formations. Then, soak up paradise in vibrant San Pedro. Snorkel alongside colorful marine life in crystal-clear waters, unwind on pristine beaches, and toast to your adventure with a magical sunset cruise. Adventure awaits!

Preliminary Itinerary*

Dates: Thursday 8/28 - Wednesday 9/3/2025

View the Belize itinerary via WorldStrides.

*Activities and hotel selections subject to change.

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KEY DATES

February 7
Random Walks Fair

February 11

Online registration for all Admits

February 14
All trip registrations suspended

May 5
Waitlist registration begins

May 19
Trip notifications

June 3
Final payment due

June 9
Waitlist placements begin

June 30
Waitlist registration deadline

August 28-Sept 2
Trips depart

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Trip Leaders

Dena Bashri

E-mail: dena.bashri@chicagobooth.edu

Hometown: Washington, D.C.

Undergrad College:  William & Mary

Undergrad Major: Public Health

Work Experience:  Non-Profit Philanthropy Consulting

Booth Clubs: Investment Banking Group, African American MBA Association (AAMBAA), Chicago Women in Business (CWiB), Booth Basketball Club

2024 Random Walk (if any):  Croatia

Hobbies:  Finding new matcha spots in the city, live jazz and comedy, a mean smoothie, a good din and yap session, big basketball head (WNBA/NBA)

Fun Facts: I have a twin brother and my mom lovingly refers to us as her buy-one-get-one-free deal :)

Divakar Saxena

E-mail: divakar.saxena@chicagobooth.edu

Hometown: New Delhi, India

Undergrad College:  Stony Brook

University Undergrad Major: Computer Science

Work Experience:  Software Developer

Booth Clubs:  Management Consulting Group, South Asia Business Group, Business Solutions Group, Admissions Ambassadors, Booth Games Group

2024 Random Walk (if any):  Puerto Rico

Hobbies: Board games, NYT games, Investing, Going to the movies

Fun Facts: Tallest in most rooms (since 8th grade), I collect fridge magnets from every city I visit, I have been recording a second of my day for 1000+ days

Ishani Kejriwal

E-mail: ishanik1@chicagobooth.edu

Hometown: Springboro, OH

Undergrad College:  Good Ol’ UChicago

Undergrad Major: Comparative Human Development & Human Rights

Work Experience:  GTM Strategy at Tech Startups

Booth Clubs:  Graduate Business Council, South Asia Business Group, OUTReach, Chicago Women in Business, Management Consulting Group

2024 Random Walk (if any):  Puerto Rico

Hobbies:  Dance, Writing, Reading, Painting, Card Games, 0.5x photos

Fun Facts: I am a professional dancer on SQB, a Chicago-based dance team. I am also writing a book! I have 2 younger siblings that also live in Chicago. I don’t know how to ride a bike.

Wesley Wood

E-mail: cwood20@chicagobooth.edu

Hometown: Hershey, Pennsylvania

Undergrad College:  The University of Alabama

Undergrad Major: Financial Planning

Work Experience:  Private Wealth Management in the Bay Area and Atlanta

Booth Clubs: Investment Management Group, Net Impact, Government and Policy Club, Booth Games Group

2024 Random Walk (if any):  Romania

Hobbies: Trivia competitions, board games, supporting sports teams on the decline (Alabama Football, Manchester United, Mercedes F1)

Fun Facts: I can name every country in the world in under five minutes