Costa Rica Spring Adventure for Teens

Seaside Fun: Enjoy Pacific coast adventures, cruising along Potrero Bay on a catamaran, playing in ocean waves, and soaking up the sun on the beach.

• Enjoy access to a pool and gardens, stay in gender-segregated dorm-style rooms with bunk beds, en-suite bathrooms, and air conditioning.

• Home Base serves simple, fresh, and healthy meals, reflecting the traditional dietary staples of Costa Rica.

• Enjoy delicious, locally-grown fruits as part of the culinary experience.

• We cater to various dietary needs, including vegetarian, no pork, and no fish options, and understand the importance of accommodating vegetarian, Kosher, or Halal diets. Feel free to reach out with any specific dietary concerns or questions.

• Students receive internet access once per week. Access is provided through temporary WiFi at Home Base or at a local internet café.

• Laundry is not available on programs shorter than 14 days in length, so students are asked to pack accordingly.

Exciting Excursion: Feel the adrenaline as you zipline over lush tree canopies on an exhilarating excursion day.

• Choose any first-day flight within the provided arrival window.

• Staff available for airport pickup regardless of arrival time or delays, providing transportation to Home Base with licensed drivers.

• Transportation in approved vehicles or suitable modes for each location; supervised public transportation on Europe programs.

• Arrive into LIR anytime on the program start date.

• Depart LIR anytime on the program end date.

• Please note there is a $29 departure tax when exiting Costa Rica. Many airlines incorporate this into the price of the ticket; however, some do not. Please check with your airline.

Community Service

• Work on diverse projects with a local nonprofit focused on watershed protection and tropical dry forest preservation.
• Engage in environmental initiatives, from collecting seeds to improving classroom infrastructure in local schools.
• Learn how small actions contribute to significant sustainability impacts and discover your role as an environmental steward.

Immersive Learning

• Experience the Pura Vida culture in a small community, practicing Spanish and enjoying local cuisine.
• Learn salsa and merengue, participate in discussions on social issues, and visit a sea turtle hatchery for a chance to witness a baby sea turtle release.

Program Highlights

• Visit a sea turtle hatchery
• Engage with locals and practice your Spanish around town
• Zipline through the lush forest canopy
• Enjoy the ocean via catamaran and snorkel among marine life
• Experience Costa Rican culture through guest speakers, cooking classes and dance workshops

• Pocket Money Advice: $100 per week, depending on the spending habits of the student. This will be just for souvenirs and snacks. 

• Emergency Fund: It is advised families to send students with $200-$300 of emergency funds to only be used in case of an emergency. This money is not to be used on snacks or souvenirs.

• Safety First: Our 5-Point Safety System™ ensures rigorous standards to prioritize the safety, health, and well-being of students on every program.

• Home Base: Experience a safe and comfortable home away from home, serving as a gathering place for reflection and team building after active days.

• Caring Supervision & Local Expertise: No student is ever alone outside Home Base; our 6:1 student-to-staff ratio, along with local partners and international staff, ensures dedicated supervision and expert knowledge of the local community.

• Safe Transportation: Greeted by experienced drivers upon arrival, students are transported to Home Base safely, with approved vehicles or appropriate modes of transport for each location.

• Healthy Meals & Pure Water: Enjoy fresh, balanced meals prepared daily, blending local cuisine and common staples for a healthy dining experience.

• 24/7 Support & Emergency Response: With a proactive risk management approach, we provide constant support and emergency response throughout the program, ensuring a secure environment for all participants.