what 's included

4 Classes
Full Room/Board
3 Excursions
Weekly Cultural Activities
Resident Staff
Medical Insurance
Official transcript from host University
Internet Access
Airport pick-up

excursions

Arenal Volcano

Arenal is the youngest and most active of all the mountains in Costa Rica. Arenal's eruptions are frequent but moderate and can be viewed without danger. This constant activity and minimal endangerment makes Arenal a popular tourist destination, especially at night, because the lava and glowing rocks make a spectacular sight. The volcano heats several hot springs nearby, including Tabacon, a popular tourist destination. The volcanic hot springs at Tabacón are naturally heated to the perfect temperature. Enjoy the beauty and soothing feeling of the mineral water, waterfalls, 12 pools and indoor Jacuzzi, all while watching the glowing hot lava descend from the volcano. After relaxing, take a hike down to La Fortuna Waterfall. The water drops more than 150 feet from the cliff, creating an amazing sight and a refreshing pool that is perfect for a swim.

Monteverde

This region lays claim to some of the best-kept cloud forests in the entire country and is a paradise for bird watchers. Because of the beauty of the area, it is only natural that Monteverde has become a major part of the Costa Rican tourist trail. It is incredibly rich in biodiversity, containing more than 2000 species of plants, 400 kinds of birds, and 100 different species of mammals within its 26,000 acres. Hiking, bird watching, and horseback riding are just a few of the popular activities here. Monteverde is also home to the country’s highest canopy tour swinging over 130 feet above ground.

Manuel Antonio and Quepos

Manuel Antonio National Park is a small National Park in the Central Pacific Conservation Area located on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica, just south of the city of Quepos, Puntarenas and 132 km from the national capital of San José. Established in 1972 with an area enumerating 4,014 acres, it is the destination of as many as 150,000 visitors annually and well-known for its beautiful beaches and hiking trails.

Optional Excursions

Bungee Jumping (not included in program fees)
White Water Rafting (not included in program fees)

Volunteer Programs

There are several volunteer programs that you can engage in while in Costa Rica, including Habitat for Humanity where you are helping build houses for the needy. Or you might be interested in reading to children at the local orphanage. You can learn more about these programs and many more through your director.