Course Description: 8-Day Costa Rica: Sea Turtle Conservation

Dive into Conservation: An Unforgettable Journey to Protect Sea Turtles in Costa Rica! 🐢🌊

Embark on a life-changing adventure that combines meaningful service and thrilling exploration! This immersive program offers teens the unique opportunity to engage in vital conservation efforts along the stunning Caribbean coast of Costa Rica. Join a passionate group of peers as you work together to protect the country's magnificent sea turtle population while enjoying daily adventures that will create lasting memories.

🌟 Program Summary

What It's Like

Experience the perfect blend of impactful service projects, rich cultural immersion, and unforgettable adventures.

Cultural Sensitivity

Prepare to embrace a vibrant new culture, explore diverse foods, and adapt to breathtaking surroundings.

Service Hours

Participants will receive a letter of completion recognizing 20 service hours upon program conclusion, detailing the service projects undertaken.

Service Projects

Engage in hands-on conservation tasks alongside your peers. Specific projects will be confirmed in late spring, reflecting the exciting descriptions provided.

Local Guide

A professional guide will accompany your group to offer insights, assistance, and a deep dive into local culture.

Accommodations

Participants will stay in comfortable hotels and lodges, ensuring a restful retreat after an exciting day of activities.

Meals

Enjoy delicious breakfast, lunch, and dinner each day, featuring local flavors and ingredients.

Activities

All recreation and activities listed are included, promising a well-rounded experience.

Transportation

Travel in comfort aboard a chartered, air-conditioned motor coach with a professional driver.

Group Size

A close-knit group of up to 24 participants ensures personalized experiences and connections.

Dietary Options

We cater to most dietary preferences and allergies to ensure everyone enjoys their meals.

✨ Program Highlights

• Support crucial sea turtle conservation efforts, including nesting, data collection, and protection.

• Work at a hatchery, helping with egg incubation, measuring, and releasing adorable hatchlings.

• Learn to surf with expert instructors and ride the waves of the Caribbean Sea.

• Take a salsa dance class and immerse yourself in Latin rhythms.

• Savor the renowned local coffee at Café Doka.

• Zip-line and hike through the breathtaking jungle at Jaco.

🏨 Accommodation

Central Valley, Costa Rica

Your stay in the Central Valley will be at carefully selected hotels, such as the Quality Hotel and the Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazú. Enjoy amenities like air conditioning, internet access, and a refreshing swimming pool.

Pacuare, Costa Rica

Experience a more rustic stay at our base in Pacuare, where solar-powered electricity and bunk beds with mosquito nets create an authentic, eco-friendly environment just steps from the beach.

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Join us for this extraordinary journey to Costa Rica, where your teen will not only contribute to vital conservation efforts but also gain invaluable life skills and experiences. With dedicated mentorship, a supportive atmosphere, and thrilling adventures, your child will return home inspired and empowered. Give them the gift of this transformative experience! 🌍✨