Day 1 ---- Arrive & Drive to Pacific Coast (La Cusinga)
Today we will meet you at the airport and we will travel to the Pacific Coast. Our first stop will be La Cusinga Ecolodge which is one of the pioneer areas of conservation. Here you will have an upclose look at some of the most spectacular species used in biomimicry as the Institute of Biomimicry uses La Cusinga for their training courses. There is no better spot to start the trip than relaxing at La Cusinga with breath-taking views of the Pacific Ocean, surrounded by protected rainforest, and among the genius of the natural world as we take a deep look into just how much we can learn from nature to get us to a more sustainable future. (Meals: Lunch & Dinner)
Day 2 ---- Zipline & Afternoon Nature Hike (La Cusinga)
Today we will enjoy some of the best locally grown food from the La Cusinga Ecolodge. After breakfast we will make the short trip to the area of Cortez where you can view the large southern mountain range against the virgin Pacific coastline. Here you'll experience the zipline adventure through a primary rainforest from an elevation of 1000ft above sea-level and jaw-dropping views of one of the most biodiverse places on the planet the Corcovado National Park.
In the afternoon we will do a nature activity in the La Cusinga Reserve where we'll do some fun and exciting Biomimicry discoveries. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner)
Day 3 ---- Snorkel & Hike to Cave (Sleep Behind Waterfall)
After breakfast today we will make the very short trip to the famous Whale Tail where the kids can snorkel the nearby reefs. This is great off shore snorkel trip and a chance to experience some of the rich marine biodiversity Costa Rica has to offer. We will be snorkeling in the Marino Ballena National Park which is a very popular spot for humpback whales to visit and give birth to their young.
After snorkeling we will head back to the hotel and get packed and ready for an afternoon of hiking to one of the most beautiful and pristine spots Costa Rica has to offer. This an 1 1/2 hour hike but worth every second as you will have the chance to sleep behind a beautiful waterfall and watch the sunset over the Pacific from the top of a 600ft waterfall. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner)
Day 4 ---- Rappel Waterfall & Hike to Pools (Sleep Behind Waterfall)
Today is a full day surrounded by nature and filled with spectacular scenery. We will be sleeping behind a waterfall but you are not roughing it by anymeans. You can take showers and there are regular bathrooms. All meals are cooked for you which gives us time to make the most out of the day. We'll start by rappeling a 120ft waterfall and then hiking to pools that are located just a short hike away. Here at the pools the kids will jump off a 20ft waterfall into a welcoming pool and have views of the valley below.
In the evening it is back to the area behind the waterfall where we get a campfire going and make the best of spending the night outdoors. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner)
Day 5 ---- Travel to Sitio de Mata & Experience Culture Activities (Homestays)
After breakfast we will head to the village of Sitio de Mata. This is a beautiful drive and we will be crossing Costa Rica's tallest mountain range reaching an elevation of almost 12,000ft. Here we will be in a very unique area called the Paramo. In this unique area there's much to learn about the many adaptive characteristics of species. We'll be arriving at the village in time to have lunch with our our families and enjoy an afternoon of culture and fun.
The evening activity will be a full on party of getting the students to experience as much culture and fun as possible as we listen to music, watch dance presentations, and test out our salsa skills. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner)
Day 6 ---- Raft Pacuare River to Pacuare Camp (Pacuare Camp Site)
Listed by National Geographic as one of their most scenic rivers on the planet, the Pacuare River is a must-do when visiting Costa Rica. Surrounded by virgin rainforest from start to finish, the Pacuare River offers a four hour river rafting adventure. We stop for a river lunch prepared for you by your CRR river guides.
After lunch we will raft a little bit more with time to hike to some nearby waterfalls. We will arrive to the Pacuare Tent Camp Lodge around 3pm and enjoy the rest of the day at Camp. This is not roughing it by anymeans and you will enjoy the opportunity to Camp alongside one of the most scenic rivers on the planet surrounded by Virgin Rainforest. One of favorite activities here at the camp is the night hike. Your naturalist guide will take you on a hike that will introduce you to all the different species that come to life at night.
The camp at Pacuare has private bathrooms and showers, above ground tents, a lounge area with views down the Pacuare Canyon and everything will be supplied for you. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner)
Day 7 ---- Raft Canyon & Drive to Central Valley (La Condesa)
Today is the most scenic part of the river and the most adventurous. We will get a hearty breakfast at camp and then make our way down the river for a unforgettable 3 hour run. One of the best parts about today is waking up with the sound of nature and watching the clouds rise as the sun comes out.
After a full day of rafting we'll drive back to the Central Valley and the beautiful La Condesa Hotel which will give everyone a good night's rest. We'll have a very fun farewell dinner as we send you home safely to CT and get you ready for your return trip to Costa Rica! (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner)
Day 8 ---- Fly Home!
Today you will be transfered 20 minutes to the San Jose Airport to catch your flight home!
Today we will meet you at the airport and we will travel to the Pacific Coast. Our first stop will be La Cusinga Ecolodge which is one of the pioneer areas of conservation. Here you will have an upclose look at some of the most spectacular species used in biomimicry as the Institute of Biomimicry uses La Cusinga for their training courses. There is no better spot to start the trip than relaxing at La Cusinga with breath-taking views of the Pacific Ocean, surrounded by protected rainforest, and among the genius of the natural world as we take a deep look into just how much we can learn from nature to get us to a more sustainable future. (Meals: Lunch & Dinner)
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| Hey Humans! Try Hiking like Me! |
Today we will enjoy some of the best locally grown food from the La Cusinga Ecolodge. After breakfast we will make the short trip to the area of Cortez where you can view the large southern mountain range against the virgin Pacific coastline. Here you'll experience the zipline adventure through a primary rainforest from an elevation of 1000ft above sea-level and jaw-dropping views of one of the most biodiverse places on the planet the Corcovado National Park.
In the afternoon we will do a nature activity in the La Cusinga Reserve where we'll do some fun and exciting Biomimicry discoveries. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner)
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| Sleeping in the Cave |
Day 3 ---- Snorkel & Hike to Cave (Sleep Behind Waterfall)
After breakfast today we will make the very short trip to the famous Whale Tail where the kids can snorkel the nearby reefs. This is great off shore snorkel trip and a chance to experience some of the rich marine biodiversity Costa Rica has to offer. We will be snorkeling in the Marino Ballena National Park which is a very popular spot for humpback whales to visit and give birth to their young.
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| Sunset Diamante Falls |
Day 4 ---- Rappel Waterfall & Hike to Pools (Sleep Behind Waterfall)
In the evening it is back to the area behind the waterfall where we get a campfire going and make the best of spending the night outdoors. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner)
After breakfast we will head to the village of Sitio de Mata. This is a beautiful drive and we will be crossing Costa Rica's tallest mountain range reaching an elevation of almost 12,000ft. Here we will be in a very unique area called the Paramo. In this unique area there's much to learn about the many adaptive characteristics of species. We'll be arriving at the village in time to have lunch with our our families and enjoy an afternoon of culture and fun.
The evening activity will be a full on party of getting the students to experience as much culture and fun as possible as we listen to music, watch dance presentations, and test out our salsa skills. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner)
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| Rafting Pacuare River |
Listed by National Geographic as one of their most scenic rivers on the planet, the Pacuare River is a must-do when visiting Costa Rica. Surrounded by virgin rainforest from start to finish, the Pacuare River offers a four hour river rafting adventure. We stop for a river lunch prepared for you by your CRR river guides.
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| Lets get ready for the night hike! |
The camp at Pacuare has private bathrooms and showers, above ground tents, a lounge area with views down the Pacuare Canyon and everything will be supplied for you. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner)
Day 7 ---- Raft Canyon & Drive to Central Valley (La Condesa)
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| CRR - Lets get Ready for some Adventure! |
Today is the most scenic part of the river and the most adventurous. We will get a hearty breakfast at camp and then make our way down the river for a unforgettable 3 hour run. One of the best parts about today is waking up with the sound of nature and watching the clouds rise as the sun comes out.
After a full day of rafting we'll drive back to the Central Valley and the beautiful La Condesa Hotel which will give everyone a good night's rest. We'll have a very fun farewell dinner as we send you home safely to CT and get you ready for your return trip to Costa Rica! (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner)
Day 8 ---- Fly Home!
Today you will be transfered 20 minutes to the San Jose Airport to catch your flight home!
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