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Costa Rica: Marine & Wildlife Conservation
Travel to Costa Rica on this high school summer program and delve deep into the world of conservation while exploring first-hand the impressive biodiversity and extraordinary terrestrial and marine ecosystems of this small country. Start at the Tortuguero National Park biological research station, run by the Sea Turtle Conservancy, and then head to a rainforest field research station. Gain ins...
Travel to Costa Rica on this high school summer program and delve deep into the world of conservation while exploring first-hand the impressive biodiversity and extraordinary terrestrial and marine ecosystems of this small country. Start at the Tortuguero National Park biological research station, run by the Sea Turtle Conservancy, and then head to a rainforest field research station. Gain insight into the work of tropical scientists, learn about and participate in research and data collection, and get up close and personal with flora and fauna on guided hikes. Complete your program at a Monteverde Cloud Forest biological reserve and participate in a reforestation project to learn about this amazing biodiverse ecosystem.
Program Highlights
Collect data with researchers at the Sea Turtle Conservancy.
Monitor sea turtle populations on night walks.
Learn about small-scale hydroelectricity at a rainforest ecolodge.
Go zip-lining through the cloud forest canopy in Monteverde.
Learn from a Smithsonian Student Travel Expert.
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Quick Details
- Costa Rica
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- Summer
- Experiential Learning
- All Nationalities
Program Details
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Locations
- Costa Rica
Types and Subjects
- Focus Areas
- Experiential Learning
Availability
Years Offered: 2024
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- Summer
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo, Group
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Some Program Activity Costs
- Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
Accommodation Options
- Group living
- 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
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