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Travel For Teens: Costa Rica Ultimate Adventure and Service

by: Travel For Teens

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This ultimate Costa Rican adventure packs in 21 days of pure adrenaline mixed with just the right amount of community service! Experience the country's natural beauty and excitement while giving back to the local community. In Sámara, we have partnered with a local association that has provided local youth who have limited resources with supplemental educational, recreational, and career opport...

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Program Highlights

Volunteer in three different communities for a total of 20 hours of service.

Sunbathe on pristine beaches and swim in the turquoise Caribbean Sea.

Go on an overnight whitewater rafting trip in the lush jungle.

Take a surfing lesson at a beach famous for its waves—perfect for both beginners and avid surfers.

Prepare a classic Costa Rican meal at a cooking lesson.

Quick Details

Locations
  • San Jose, Costa Rica
  • Flamingo, Costa Rica
  • Turrialba, Costa Rica
  • Arenal, Costa Rica
  • Tamarindo, Costa Rica
  • Samara, Costa Rica
Availability
Year(s) Offered2024Duration:
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • Summer
Age Requirement:14-17
Types & Subjects:
  • Culture
  • Education
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Recognitions

Top Rated Provider 2023 - High School AbroadTop Rated Notable Mentions 2022Top Rated Organization 2021 - High School Abroad

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9.64

Total Reviews

2

Costa Rica 2022

by: Olivia OLeary - United StatesProgram: Travel For Teens: Costa Rica Ultimate Adventure and Service
10

I was lucky enough to spend a second summer in a row on a Travel for Teen Trip. It was hard to imagine that summer of 2022 could be as great as the first trip that I took in the summer f 2022. But it ended up being even better! I spent three weeks in Costa Rica, a beautiful country where I traveled; took part in many adventures, and had the great opportunity to engage in several community service projects. All the while, I made a great group of new friends with whom I remain in touch with. ...

I had the most wonderful experience when I went on the Costa Rica Ultimate Adventure & Service trip last summer. I was nervous at first, being an international traveler and not having English as my native language. All my worries disappeared when I met my group and I discovered how nice and welcoming everyone are! As the days passed, I made so many friends and got to know each of my amazing travel peers, we stay in contact to this day. The staff were amazing as well, they were all very friendly ...

Program Details

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Locations

  • San Jose, Costa Rica

Types and Subjects

  • Adventure Types
  • Student Tours
  • Focus Areas
  • Community Service & Volunteering
  • Experiential Learning

Availability

Years Offered: 2024

Duration:
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • Summer

Age Requirement

14-17

Guidelines

  • All Nationalities

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
  • In-Country Transportation To & From Project

Accommodation Options

  • Group living
  • Guest House
  • Other

Qualifications & Experience

  • High School Freshman (1st Year)
  • High School Sophomore (2nd Year)

Application Procedures

  • Physical Exam/Health Records
  • Online Application

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