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Surf, Scuba, Raft & Hike in Costa Rica & Panama (Ages 14-18)
Choose any one of our four summer courses or combine them to craft your ideal two-week to eight-week summer adventure rainforest trekking, whitewater rafting, surfing, sea kayaking, scuba diving, volunteering, and more in Costa Rica and Panama! Our summer courses aren’t for vacationers. They’re for students who want to become more knowledgeable about themselves and the world around them – maybe...
Choose any one of our four summer courses or combine them to craft your ideal two-week to eight-week summer adventure rainforest trekking, whitewater rafting, surfing, sea kayaking, scuba diving, volunteering, and more in Costa Rica and Panama! Our summer courses aren’t for vacationers. They’re for students who want to become more knowledgeable about themselves and the world around them – maybe even to build your résumé or material for your college essay application. All courses include opportunities to volunteer, build life and leadership skills, learn from local cultures, and gain a new level of self-awareness and appreciation for the world around you. Course Options: - Tropical Trek, Raft & Waves - Scuba, Sea Turtles, Spanish & Sloths - Pacific Surf & Saving Lives - Pacific...
Program Highlights
Enjoy a range of activities, from adrenaline-pumping waterfall rappelling to informative hikes.
Immerse completely in Costa Rican culture and family life by staying with a local family.
Learn basic Spanish through constant interactions with locals.
Discover the breathtaking beauty of Costa Rica’s diverse landscapes.
Make a lasting difference in the lives of local kids through your participation in a community service project.
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- Bribri, Costa Rica
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- Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
- Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Talamanca, Costa Rica
- Dominical, Costa Rica
- San Ramon, Costa Rica
- Panama City, Panama
- Rural Areas, Panama
- Backpacking
- Camping
- Eco Tours
- Ecology
- Hiking
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'There is more in you than you think' (Kurt Hahn)
by: Keira Masefield - EnglandProgram: Surf, Scuba, Raft & Hike in Costa Rica & Panama (Ages 14-18)Outward Bound Costa will without a doubt be one of the most challenging things you will ever do but you will meet the most amazing people and achieve things that felt unachievable. My favourite thing about OBCR was the people I met, not only did I make some great friends in my group but also the local people we met along the way who made it so special. It could be laughing with Kenneth an instructor, listening to Santiago tell you about the man who fought off a Puma, Swimming with Jefferey the K...
Keira, thank you so much for sharing your story here! You've truly embraced the spirit of Outward Bound & we're so proud of what you accomplished. Come back and see us soon!
Unique experience!
by: S Y - United StatesProgram: Surf, Scuba, Raft & Hike in Costa Rica & Panama (Ages 14-18)I did a summer course at OBCR (tropical trek) and it was a culturally enriching experience. I was able to practice my Spanish speaking skills with my instructors and have a blast with my coursemates. The hikes were physically grueling and I would advise being physically able to handle uphills and downhills with a heavy pack. The course itinerary was great and had a healthy mix of cool activities with educational ones. I recommend!!
So glad you had a culturally enriching experience here with us! We appreciate your recommendation – come back to Costa Rica soon.
¡Pura vida!
by: Harel - - United StatesProgram: Surf, Scuba, Raft & Hike in Costa Rica & Panama (Ages 14-18)Traveling to Costa Rica was the first time I had been abroad since the pandemic began. The combination of physically challenging days punctuated by the thrills of activities, the joy of acquiring new knowledge and the entertainment of building a close knit community of people along the way was the perfect set of experiences to get me into interacting with the wider world and new people.
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Locations
- Bribri, Costa Rica
- Panama City, Panama
Types and Subjects
- Adventure Types
- Backpacking
- Camping
- Eco Tours
Availability
Years Offered: 2022
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- Summer
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- All Nationalities
Cost per week
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Group living
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Application Procedures
- Online Application
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