Costa Rica
Educational Learning Travel
This exceptional experience will take you through Costa Rica, nature’s masterpiece, a tranquil land of democracy and rare natural beauty. Explore an ecological wonderland gifted with both Atlantic and Pacific coasts, rainforests, cloud forests, a living volcano, pineapple plantations, and natural jungles alive with exotic birds and wildlife. Spend time in lodges in the rainforest, hike, horseback ride and enjoy the hot springs. Service learning programs can be included, with home and local school visits arranged for your group. Service learning can have a cultural or environmental focus.
Curriculum Connections:
- Ecosystems – Hike in and explore rainforests, cloudforests, explore the canopies on hanging bridges, see rare and exotic birds.
- Agriculture - Pineapple plantations, Coffee plantations, Medicinal Plants.
- Volcanology – Learn about volcanoes, up close and personal, feel the effects in the hotsprings.
- Environmental Science - Service Learning projects focus on conservation.
- Language – Immerse yourself in Spansh or enjoy a bilingual Program.
- Social Sciences – history, culture, dance, and traditions.