2024 Kent Denver Costa Rica Service Adventure
| Travel Dates: | May 31, 2024 - June 9, 2024 |
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| Program Tuition: |
$2,690 USD
Airfare not included in program tuition
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| Confirmed Airfare: | $949 |
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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!
Brew coffee and make empanadas with a local farmer's family
Improve your Spanish and immerse yourself in a homestay community
Trek to a beautiful waterfall deep in the jungle
Learn to surf with some of Costa Rica's best instructors
Collaborate on a service project in your homestay community
Discover the gorgeous beaches and world-class national parks on the Pacific coast
The Itinerary
We do everything possible to abide by itineraries as originally planned, but decades of experience teachers that we must flexible in our planning. Changes to a trip’s schedule are uncommon, but Walking Tree reserves the right to make adjustments to programming in the best interest of the group.
| Day | Location | Description | Lodging |
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| May 31 | USA - Alajuela | Today the group will travel from the USA to San Jose, Costa Rica! Upon arrival, we’ll settle into a lovely hotel on the outskirts of the city for dinner and an orientation meeting to discuss the upcoming trip in detail. | Rosa de las Américas |
| June 1 | Alajuela - Manuel Antonio | After breakfast, we will depart for the central Pacific coast. We will spend the afternoon in Manuel Antonio beach and the group will have time to explore the town, souvenir shopping and pool time at the hotel. | Villa Mymosa |
| June 2 | Manuel Antonio | After a hearty breakfast, we will visit one of the most stunning national parks in the country. We will have time to hike through the national park, enjoy a beautiful beach, and spend time surrounded by monkeys. In the evening, we will have some down time at the hotel pool to relax. | Villa Mymosa |
| June 3 | Manuel Antonio - Pueblo Nuevo | Today we will begin working on our service project and spending time with host families. Afternoon & evening activities will vary and details regarding service work will become available as departure nears. | Host Families - Pueblo Nuevo Zarcero. |
| June 4 | Pueblo Nuevo | Today we will continue working on our service project and spending time with host families. Evening activities will vary. | Host Families - Pueblo Nuevo Zarcero. |
| June 5 | Pueblo Nuevo | Today we will continue working on our service project and spending time with host families. Evening activities will vary. | Host Families - Pueblo Nuevo Zarcero. |
| June 6 | Pueblo Nuevo | Today we will finish working on our service project and spending time with host families. Evening activities will vary. | Host Families - Pueblo Nuevo Zarcero. |
| June 7 | Pueblo Nuevo - Fortuna | After breakfast we will say good bye to our families and we will drive to Fortuna, home of the Volcano Arenal. Today the group will hike to La Catarata de la Fortuna for a refreshing swim at the base of the magnificent waterfall that cascades from a height of over 70 meters. The strenuous hike is a perfect segue to an afternoon of relaxing at the Baldí Hot Springs, a luxurious natural hot springs heated by the volcanic activity of the Arenal Volcano. | Montechiari |
| June 8 | Fortuna - Alajuela | Today we'll end our adventure with a splash of whitewater rafting experience along the Sarapiqui River! This adventure will offer us a unique perspective of the renowned forest, celebrated globally for its breathtaking scenery and exciting class 3 rapids. After lunch, we will drive back to San José for our last farewell dinner. | Rosa de las Américas |
| June 9 | Alajuela - USA | Fly home, hasta luego! | Your own bed! |
Accommodations
In order to provide a safe and memorable experience, we follow strict guidelines when choosing group accommodations. Walking Tree partners with hotels and guest houses which are centrally located, locally operated, clean and safe. We inspect each partner hotel to ensure they meet these standards.
Rosa de las Américas
A charming ranch-style hotel on the outskirts of San José, Rosa de las Americas is a great spot to unwind after a long day’s travels. This hotel is complete with a lush gardens, a big pool, updated rooms, and friendly staff.
Villas Mymosa
Hotel Villas Mymosa is a modern 10 room condo hotel located in the peaceful setting of beautiful Manuel Antonio. These spacious rooms are fully equipped to provide you with all the amenities of your own home. Each Villas Mymosa villa has a private terrace or balcony or both. You have the option of peace and quiet at your villa or interacting with other guests around our beautiful large centrally located pool.
Montechiari Hotel
Arenal Montechiari Hotel located 400 meters from the central park, very close to the beautiful town La Fortuna. The Hotel is sorrounded of lush gardens and a spectacular view of the Volcano.
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.
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
During our trip in Costa Rica I loved that our trip leader took the students’ ideas and incorporated side adventures just for them. This small piece made the trip more than we could have ever asked for.
Carri
Alumni Group Organizer to Belize and Costa Rica
Your Adventure Includes
Estimated Airfare
In order to give our travelers the best possible price, we break out airfare from the Program Tuition. We will still handle all booking and ticketing via our flight partner who has access to special fares not available to the general public. Once confirmed, you will be invoiced for the flight roughly 75 days prior to travel.
Program Tuition Excludes: Travel insurance, baggage fees, passport/visa fees, laundry, souvenirs, and activities not listed on itinerary.
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Resource Center
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