Costa Rica – 8 Days
Science and Much More!
Day 1
Arrive in San Jose, Costa Rica your guide will meet you at the airport. Transfer to the hotel for orientation and dinner. Depending on arrival time, there may be time for some brief sightseeing in San Jose.
Days 2, 3
In the morning, visit the Poas Volcano, part of the range of active volcanoes in the Cordillera Volcanica Central. Transfer to Fortuna. Take your turn flying high through the forest canopy on ziplines! Take a hike along the slopes of Mt. Arenal to see this active volcano from an up close, yet safe, distance. You’ll be amazed at how active it is! In the evening enjoy the natural hot springs at the foot of the volcano.
Days 4, 5, 6
Take a jeep-boat-jeep ride and transfer to Monteverde, one of the most interesting destinations in all of Costa Rica because of its natural beauty, lush rainforest and plentiful wildlife. More than a hundred species of mammals, 120 reptiles and amphibians and 2,500 different plants inhabit this renowned wilderness! While there, you will participate in interesting and rewarding educational activities (TBD in consultation with school group leader), and also have the option of enjoying some incredible zip-lines, sky trek bridges, canopy tours and hikes through the rain forests. In the afternoon of Day 6, travel to the spectacular Pacific coast.
Day 7
Take a catamaran cruise to Tortuga Island. Included is snorkeling and time to enjoy the beautiful beach. Watch for the sea birds and jumping fish, and you may even get to see dolphins and sea turtles along the way. Once you get to the island, you can snorkel and see lots of coral, a large variety of tropical fish, along with stunning flora and fauna. Return to the San Jose area late in the evening.
Or, on Day 7, depart for a day of white water rafting on the Pacuare River, one of the most scenic raftable rivers of the world.
Day 8
After eight life-changing days, depart for home!
