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Costa Rica: Cloud Forest Community Initiative

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9.43 (7)

The Costa Rica: Cloud Forest Community Initiative program offers the perfect mix of adventure and service. Whitewater raft through the lush rainforest of the Pacuare River, spotting wildlife like monkeys, sloths, and toucans along the way. Live in a remote cloud forest village, contributing to important infrastructure projects. Learn to surf the calm waves of Costa Rica’s Pacific Ocean, while enj...

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Program Highlights

Contribute to essential building projects in a rural Costa Rican village community,

Catch the thrill of surfing on the pristine, exhilarating waves of the Pacific Ocean!

Whitewater raft through the wild canyons of the Pacuare River!

Dive into the heart of Costa Rican culture, experiencing its traditions, cuisine, and vibrant local life.

Discover hidden rainforest waterfalls and exhilarating natural waterslides in a lush, tropical paradise.

Quick Details

Locations
  • San Jose, Costa Rica
Availability
Year(s) Offered2025
Age Requirement:14-17
Types & Subjects:
  • Homestay
  • Nature Tours
  • Rafting
  • Surfing
Guidelines:
  • American
  • Canadian
  • All Nationalities
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Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9.51

Total Reviews

7

Amazing Experience!

by: Katy Abbott - United StatesProgram: Costa Rica: Cloud Forest Community Initiative
9

My 15 year old daughter looked at a number of programs before narrowing in on this program. ARCC was very professional prior to departure, during the trip, and afterwards. My daughter got so many experiences within the two weeks she was there-- all so valuable and educational. I loved that the teenagers were without phones for all but an hour of the trip. ARCC has the whole thing dialed. It's clear they know what they are doing.

Best two weeks ever!

by: Jordyn Nies - United StatesProgram: Costa Rica: Cloud Forest Community Initiative
8

This was my first time with ARCC and my experience was amazing, I loved getting to know everyone and experiencing the culture. All the accommodations we're wonderful I really loved doing the homestays and getting to experience their life for a little bit. The service was amazing and it was so fun getting to help others for a change. We all really bonded and I would definitely do a program like this again!

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Superb teen tour program!

by: Susan Rubin - United StatesProgram: Costa Rica: Cloud Forest Community Initiative
10

This was our first experience with ARCC and our son loved it. The program is well organized from the initial contact to the end when we received a letter verifying our son's community service hours. The trip leaders were outstanding. They were fun, outgoing, and fostered a strong group community from the very beginning of the trip. We would highly recommend this teen tour program and our son is excited to do another one next summer.

Program Details

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Locations

  • San Jose, Costa Rica

Types and Subjects

  • Adventure Types
  • Homestay
  • Nature Tours
  • Rafting

Availability

Years Offered: 2025

Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • Summer

Age Requirement

14-17

Guidelines

  • American
  • Canadian
  • All Nationalities
  • This Program is also open to Solo, Group

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • All Program Activity Costs
  • In-Country Transportation To & From Project

Accommodation Options

  • Group living
  • Guest House
  • Home-stays
  • Other

Qualifications & Experience

  • High School Freshman (1st Year)
  • High School Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • High School Junior (3rd Year)
  • High School Senior (4th Year)

Application Procedures

  • Online Application
  • Letters of Reference

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