2025 Ida B Wells Costa Rica Adventure
| Travel Dates: | June 16, 2025 - June 25, 2025 |
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| Program Tuition: |
$3,490 USD
Airfare not included in program tuition
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| Estimated Airfare: | $899 |
Tuition Calculator
There are two options for payment, including an interest-free monthly installment plan. Follow whichever option works best for your family. If we are within 90 days of travel, only the pay in full option is possible.
Program Tuition: $3,490
Pay in Full
$3,490.00
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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:
$373.75
per month
All prices in United States Dollars.
Costa Rica Cultural Journey
From white sand beaches to misty cloud forests, towering volcanoes to beautiful rivers that carve through tropical canyons, and friendly communities, Costa Rica has it all! Our cultural journey aims to expose travelers to best the country has to offer and provide opportunities to speak Spanish and gain insight into one of the most hospitable destinations on earth. Adventure awaits!
Cultural Journeys
Cultural Journeys allow travelers to gain insights into the heritage, history and modern realities of their destination by offering a broad diversity of experience. We rely on the expertise of our local staff to plan itineraries which not only explore the prominent sites but also make time for the lesser-known local gems and are intentional about regular interaction with local people.
Program Highlights
Check out some of the featured experiences of your program!
Have the adventure of a lifetime with your friends
Zip-line though the rainforest
Trek to a beautiful waterfall deep in the jungle
Visit one of Costa Rica's most beautiful volcanoes
Learn to surf with some of Costa Rica's best instructors
Practice your Spanish language skills with locals
Raft down one of Costa Rica's best rivers
Hike through the tropical rainforest and learn about local ecosystems
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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| 1 | USA - Alajuela | Today, our group will be traveling from the USA to Costa Rica, and flights usually arrive in the evening. After our arrival, we will settle into our hotel for the evening and have an orientation meeting where we will discuss the upcoming trip in detail. | Hotel in Alajuela |
| 2 | Alajuela- San Gerardo | After breakfast, we will head to San Gerardo de Rivas. This town is a small rural community located at the base of Chirripo, the tallest mountain. We need to arrive before 3 pm to complete the check-in at the national park. Once we are ready with this process, we will prepare ourselves for this new adventure to hike the tallest mountain in Costa Rica | San Gerardo |
| 3 | San Gerardo- Chirripó | Today, we will start our hike to Refugio Base Crestones, and with every step, we will be getting closer to reaching the highest point in Costa Rica. | Base Crestones |
| 4 | Chirripó- San Gerardo | Today, we will wake up early to be able to see the sunrise. If the weather is nice, we will be able to see the Pacific and Caribbean Oceans. We will hike up the summit of Mt. Chirripo! Afterward, we will make our way down to San Gerardo | San Gerardo |
| 5 | San Gerardo- Uvita | In the morning, we will hike down to Nauyaca Waterfall, a spectacular three-story waterfall not far from the farm. We will spend the day here, swimming, and taking in the natural beauty of the jungle. After lunch by the river, we will continue our drive to the beach and witness our first sunset | Hotel El Tecal |
| 6 | Uvita | Today, we will spend our morning having private surf lessons from some of Costa Rica's best surfers in Marino Ballena, a nearby beach town known for its whale-tail-like rock formation off the coast. Never surfed before? No problem! The waves at Marino Ballena are perfect for beginners, and almost everyone can stand up. | Hotel El Tecal |
| 7 | Uvita- Fortuna | We'll enjoy a free morning at the beach, then head to La Fortuna, home to Costa Rica's most famous volcano, Volcán Arenal. We will have time to relax at our hotel pool after a long day. In the afternoon, we will visit the Baldí Hot Springs, luxurious natural hot springs heated by the erupting lava of the Arenal Volcano. | Hotel in La Fortuna |
| 8 | Fortuna-Sarapiqui | 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. In the afternoon, we will have the opportunity to see the forest from a different perspective as we go zip-lining. Later in the afternoon, we will have time to relax at the pool and do some last-minute souvenir shopping before we head back to Alajuela | Hotel Sarapiqui |
| 9 | Sarapiqui- San Jose | We'll begin the day by jumping into boats and spend the rest of the day whitewater rafting through thrilling class 3 rapids down the Sarapiquí River, renowned worldwide for its scenic beauty. We will then head back to Alajuela for our final farewell dinner and reflect on how this trip has impacted us. | Hotel in Alajuela |
| 10 | Home | After breakfast, we will head to the airport for a morning departure back to the USA. | 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.
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.
Cabinas El Tecal
Cabinas El Tecal is a locally owned and operated three star hotel close to playa Uvita in the Marino Ballena National Park. Off the beaten path, the hotel comes with modern amenities, a private pool, and great service. It’s the perfect place to relax away from the crowds. Free Wi-Fi access throughout the building keeps everyone feeling connected. Students will be grouped in their rooms according to gender and availability.
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
My son had a wonderful experience in Costa Rica, helped to build a preschool classroom, and has created memories that will last a lifetime!
Jodi
Parent of traveler on Costa Rica Service Adventure
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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