2020 Kent Denver Costa Rica Service Adventure
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June 4, 2020 -
June 15, 2020
Dates are tentative until flights are secured
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| Program Tuition: | $2,940 USD |
| Deadline(s): | Interested families are asked to enroll before February 1st, 2020 |
Tuition Calculator
There are two options for payment, including an interest-free installment plan. Follow whichever works best for your family. If we are within 90 days of travel, only the pay in full option is possible.
Program Tuition: $2,940
Pay in Full
$2,940.00
due today
Payment Plan
Pay a $500 deposit at the time of enrollment and establish an interest-free monthly payment plan. If you enroll today, your estimated* monthly payments would be:
$54.23
per month
All prices in United States Dollars.
Costa Rica Service Adventure
From white sand beaches to misty cloud forests, towering volcanoes to beautiful rivers that carve through tropical canyons, and hospitable, friendly communities, Costa Rica has it all! Our service adventures give travelers the opportunity to delve deep into small, rural communities set in stunningly beautiful corners of the country. In addition to white water rafting, relaxing on white sand beaches and swimming at the base of a towering waterfall, students will gain confidence in their Spanish, contribute to a meaningful service project and grow into more confident travelers. Adventure awaits!
Service Adventures
Service Adventures can combine rural homestays, adventure travel, and meaningful service projects which are guided by our community partners. Living in these small communities provides the opportunity to engage the language and culture from a uniquely advantageous position.
Program Highlights
Check out some of the featured experiences of your program!
Immerse yourself in the local language and culture by staying with a host family
Zip-line though the rainforest
Trek to a beautiful waterfall deep in the jungle
Visit one of Costa Rica's most beautiful volcanoes
Stay on a farm deep in the rainforest
Learn to surf with some of Costa Rica's best instructors
Hike through the tropical rainforest and learn about local ecosystems
Explore a cloud forest, guided by a local naturalist
Discover the gorgeous beaches and world-class national parks on the Pacific coast
The Itinerary
We do everything possible to run safe, engaging, and immersive programs for our travelers and given the unpredictable nature of international travel we must remain flexible in our planning. Changes to a schedule are uncommon but, we reserve the right to adjust programming in the best interest of the group.
| Day | Location | Description | Lodging |
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| June 4 | USA - San Jose, Costa Rica | Today the group will travel from the USA to Costa Rica, and flights usually arrive in the evening. After arrival, the group will settle into their hotel for the evening and have an orientation meeting to discuss the upcoming trip in detail. | Casa Cielo Grande |
| June 5 | San Jose - Manuel Antonio | After breakfast we will depart to Manuel Antonio, we will drive 3 hours south along the coast to reach Manuel Antonio. Before settling into our hotel we’ll make a stop where we’ll get to soar through the jungle canopy while ziplining. After lunch we will have time to relax by the pool, explore the coastline and jump into the waves along the long stretch of white sand beach. | Hotel Manuel Antonio |
| June 6 | Manuel Antonio | After breakfast we will hike through Manuel Antonio national park, considered by many to be the crown jewel of the park system. We'll enjoy a beautiful beach, explore the trails that wind through the dense coastal jungle and do our best to keep the monkeys from stealing our lunch. After leaving the national park the group will have time souvenir shopping and pool time. | Hotel Manuel Antonio |
| June 7 | Manuel Antonio - Pueblo Nuevo | This morning we'll begin with surfing lessons with professional instructors! Never surfed before? No worries, the waves in Manuel Antonio are perfect for beginners. Today we will head to the small community of Pueblo Nuevo to meet our host families. Upon arrival, students will tour the community and learn about their service project. Students will have dinner with their own individual host families this evening donde hablarán much español! | Host Families |
| June 8-12 | Pueblo Nuevo | Our days in Pueblo Nuevo will consist mainly of working on our community service project, roughly six hours a day. Lunch will be either be on-site or at home with families. In the afternoons and evenings, activities are flexible and will vary, but may include time with host families, excursions around the village, or gatherings with the local community. | Host Families |
| June 13 | Pueblo Nuevo - La Fortuna | After saying bye to our host families we will drive two hours to La Fortuna, home of Costa Rica's most famous volcano, Volcán Arenal. After settling down at our hotel we will hike to La Fortuna's most famous waterfall and have time to relax and swim. In the evening we will bathe at a luxurious hot springs and enjoy a buffet dinner. | Hotel La Fortuna |
| June 14 | La Fortuna - San Jose | We start our day with one of the best zip lines in the country! Before our departure, we will explore the surroundings of La Fortuna’s central park and do some last minute souvenir shopping. After lunch, we will head back to Alajuela for a final celebratory dinner together. | Casa Cielo Grande |
| June 15 | San Jose - USA | Fly home. | Your own bed, eventually! |
Accommodations
In order to provide a safe and memorable experience, we follow strict guidelines when choosing program accommodations. Walking Tree partners with hotels and guest houses which are centrally located, clean and safe. We vet and inspect the accommodations to ensure they uphold the ethos of our programs, are great values for our travelers and nice places to rest after enriching days of travel.
Villas Aracari
Villas Aracari is a beautiful property ideally located just twenty minutes from the airport. Close to the city center yet perched high in the mountains, the views of the Central Valley are breathtaking and the new pool is a delightful respite after a hot day. Spotless rooms and friendly staff will make you feel at home the moment you drop your bags.
Hotel California
Casual, relaxed and airy, nestled in the jungle with sweeping ocean views on three wooded acres. It is not uncommon to see monkeys, sloths, dart frogs, birds, iguanas and all type of local wildlife trek through on a daily basis. It is a little off the beaten path on a short dirt road off the main road to Manuel Antonio, but 5 minutes away from the beach and the city of Quepos. Free Wi-Fi access throughout the building keeps everyone feeling connected. Students will be grouped in their rooms according to gender and availability.
Homestay
This will be the best part of your trip! Staying with a host family immerses you in the language and culture of the destination, and can lead to deep and lasting relationships with your hosts. Initially intimidating but ultimately unforgettable, there’s no better way to begin to truly understand the place you’re visiting.
Hotel La Fortuna
Located right in the heart of La Fortuna in San Carlos, Costa Rica. La Fortuna Hotel offers visitors a very convenient location with all the services within walking distance from our facilities. This hotel boasts amazing views of the Arenal Volcano and La Fortuna Downtown you won’t forget! Guests have access to free Wi-Fi throughout the building in order to stay connected. Students will be grouped according to gender in their rooms.
Safety and Support
EASY FUNDRAISING & PAYMENT
24/7 GLOBAL EMERGENCY LINE
HIGHLY VETTED PARTNERS
EXPERT LEADERSHIP
PRIVATE GROUP GUARANTEE
COMPREHENSIVE CURRICULUM SUPPORT
DEDICATION TO CULTURAL ENGAGEMENT
ALL-INCLUSIVE PRICING
I thought all in all it was a great experience and wonderful program!! My daughter speaks about her experience daily. She had a ball!!
April
Parent of Jaylah, traveler on 2017 Program to Costa Rica
Your Adventure Includes
Program Tuition Excludes: Travel insurance, baggage fees, passport/visa fees, laundry, souvenirs, and activities not listed on the itinerary.
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Resource Center
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