- Costa Rica Adventure 21 Days
Costa Rica Adventure Tour for Teens
Get your adrenaline flowing with a group of fellow adventurers in Costa Rica! Zipline through the Cloud Forest, whitewater raft the exotic Pacuare River, rappel down waterfalls and surf at world-famous Tamarindo Beach on this Costa Rica adventure travel tour for teens. Led by outstanding summer program leaders, this is a truly unforgettable small-group experience in a beautiful country. After this incredible experience, you’ll bring home the “Pura Vida” lifestyle along with memories that will last a lifetime!
This program is sometimes the first 14 days of our longer 21-day Costa Rica Adventure program.
About This Program
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What it’s like
Experience new cultures and thrilling activities in a smaller, tight-knit travel group.
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Cultural Sensitivity
This program requires an open mind to experience a different culture, new foods and new surroundings.
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Local Guide
A professional guide accompanies the group to assist, educate and immerse the students into the local culture.
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Accommodations
Hotels & lodge.
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Meals
Includes three meals daily.
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Activities
Includes all recreation & activities listed.
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Transportation
Chartered deluxe, air conditioned motor coach with a professional driver.
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Middle School Available
An exclusive departure is available for students currently completing 7th or 8th grade.
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Group Size
Up to 24 participants.
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Dietary Options
We can accommodate most dietary preferences and allergies.
Program Highlights
- • Whitewater raft thrilling rapids on the Pacuare River.
- • Zip-line and hike through the Monteverde Cloud Forest.
- • Learn to surf with professional instructors at Tamarindo Beach.
- • Experience waterfall rappelling & canyoning by Arenal Volcano.
- • Horseback ride through a Costa Rican forest.
- • Snorkel near Las Catalinas Islands.
- • Taste the famous and delicious local coffee at Café Doka.
- • Relax in all 25 thermal water pools at Baldi Hot Springs.
- • Taste traditional Costa Rican dishes like Gallo Pinto.
- • Enjoy a volcanic mud bath.
- • Marvel at the night sky during a beach bonfire.
- • Hike the Las Pailas Trail to a volcano crater.
Itinerary
1-2
3-4
5-7
8-9
10-12
13-14
Accommodations
Central Valley, Costa Rica
Our groups will be staying at a few carefully selected hotels in the Central Valley. Properties include Hotel Autentico, Hotel Adventure Inn and Hotel Aeropuerto. Amenities at all hotels include air conditioning, internet access, and a swimming pool to enjoy.
Rincon de la Vieja, Costa Rica
Your group will stay at one of the following hotels in Rincon de la Vieja: Hacienda Guachipelin or Rinconcito Lodge. Facilities include a pool, patio with hammocks, air-conditioned rooms, WiFi and recreation space.
Flamingo Beach, Costa Rica
Our group will be staying at a carefully selected hotel near Flamingo Beach: Hotel Casas del Toro Hacienda. Amenities at this hotel include air conditioning, internet access and a swimming pool to enjoy.
Arenal Volcano, Costa Rica
Your group will stay near the Arenal Volcano: Hotel Montechiari. This hotel offers great views of the volcano and surrounding area. Rooms are air-conditioned, Wi-Fi enabled, and have refreshing swimming pools.
Monteverde Cloud Forest, Costa Rica
Enjoy incredible views of the Cloud Forest while staying in Monteverde at either Hotel Los Jardines or Hotel Cabañas la Pradera. All rooms have Wi-Fi.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Who are the staff and what are their qualifications?
Our staff are educators, guidance counselors, coaches, college and university students, former camp counselors, residence life coordinators, community volunteers, world travelers, and other leaders with diverse backgrounds. Many are former participants themselves who couldn’t get enough of the Westcoast experience! Learn more about our summer leaders.
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What if I need to contact my teen during the program?
Participants may bring their cell phones so parents may call and message their kids directly. You may also contact our Communication Centers which serve as the official link between programs on the road and parents. We are staffed every day during the summer and have somebody on call for after hours emergencies ready to assist you 24/7.
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What is the difference between an Active Teen Tour and a Global Adventure program?
Our Active Teen Tours offer larger group sizes (generally 35-48 participants) and travel in deluxe motor coaches. Accommodations include quality hotels and occasional fun college residences.
Global Adventures are smaller group experiences (generally up to 26 participants on all itineraries other than the 17, 20 or 25-day Greece & Italy, 20-day Greece & Portugal or 10-day Greek Islands, which varies from 24-36 participants.)
Groups travel by private motor coaches and occasional public transportation internationally, and use passenger vans in the USA. Select European programs travel exclusively by train and public transportation. While these programs have a slightly bigger focus on adventure travel, we stay in quality hotels and lodges, always ensuring a good night’s rest.