TOUR and EXPLORE Costa
Rica Climate and Conservation
JULY
7-20 202 4
Embark on a 14-day eco-adventure designed just for you
The Climate Change Learning Program!
Get ready to dive into Costa Rica's cool spots and hot topics. We'll mix fun with learning as we explore La Libertad Park, take on reforestation projects at Kinkajou Town, and discover the secrets of Poas Volcano National Park.
But wait, there's more! We'll unravel the mysteries of sustainable living with cool activities like the Pineapple Tour and a peek into Renewable Energies. Brace yourself for awesome encounters with Arenal Volcano, Tenorio National Park, and Rincon de la Vieja National Park. Plus, become a real-life eco-hero with hands-on projects at Santa Rosa National Park and the Las Pumas Animal Rescue Center.
We've saved the best for last – a beach day, snorkeling fun, and a chill night at the Bougainvillea Hotel with a farewell bash.
Get ready to learn, explore, and make memories that'll last a lifetime! Are you in for the adventure of a lifetime?
Trip at a Glance Meals = (B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner
DAY 1
Multiple transfers San Jose Airport (SJO) - Hotel 2 Nights at El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel, Triple Rooms Welcome Dinner
08 July (Meals D)
Half day Visit to “La Libertad” Park Lunch at the Central Market and National Museum Visit
DAY 2 09 July
(Meals BLD)
DAY 3 10 July
(Meals BLD)
Visit to Poas Volcano National Park Visit to La Tirimbina Reserve 2 Nights at Kinkajou Town, Shared Rooms
Full day activities at Kinkajou Town (self-supply program, reforestation project and more)
DAY 4 11 July
(Meals BLD)
DAY 5
Pineapple Tour 3 Nights at Tilajari Hotel Resort, Triple Rooms
12 July
(Meals BLD) Caño Negro & Río Frío Boat Tour
DAY 6 13 July
(Meals BLD)
DAY 7
Arenal Volcano National Park hike La Fortuna Waterfall visit
14 July
(Meals BLD)
DAY 8
Tenorio National Park hike Renewable Energies visit 2 Nights at Blue River Resort & Hot Springs, Triple Rooms
15 July
(Meals BLD) Rincon de la Vieja National Park hike
DAY 9 16 July
(Meals BLD)
DAY 10
Santa Rosa National Park visit and volunteer project 3 Nights at Santa Elena Ecolodge, Shared Rooms
17 July
(Meals BLD) Half day Visit to “La Libertad” Park Lunch at the Central Market and National Museum Visit
DAY 12
DAY 11 18 July
(Meals BLD)
Snorkeling tour
19 July
(Meals BLD) Entrance Fee Las Pumas Animal Rescue Center 1 Night at Bougainvillea Hotel Farewell Dinner
DAY 14 21 July (Meals B)
DAY 13 20 July
(Meals BLD) Transfer Hotel - San Jose Airport (SJO)
Price Summary USD 5,100.00 All accommodation, meals and travel are
Included!
Hotels Included in the Journey El Rodeo Boutique Hotel & Steak House is conveniently located 10 minutes away from Juan Santamaría International Airport, and in the heart of the latest, bustling business and commercial district, Santa Ana/San Antonio de Belén (Lindora). El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel offers 29 luxurious Non-Smoking rooms & suites with hardwood floors and comfortable wood furnishings feature an Art deco – Country style. El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steak House offers a variety of commodities inside the property, to make your stay more comfortable.
El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steak House - Deluxe Room
KINKAJOU is run by La Quinta, and uses some of La Quinta`s common areas. Kinkajou also has its own recreacional facilities. They offer six rooms designed for multiple accupancy, with two showers and two toilets each, hair dryer, closets, ceiling fan, air conditioning, a porch facing the Sardinal river, individual beds, restaurant, pool, multifunctional field and a meeting room. KINKAJOU is mainly oriented to students, families, team builders, and researchers.
Kinkajou Town - Student Room
La Quinta de Sarapiqui Country Inn - Superior Room
La Quinta Sarapiqui Lodge, situated in Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui, Costa Rica, is a family-run lodge surrounded by lush tropical gardens along the Sardinal River. Originally a deforested cattle ranch, the 10-acre property has undergone a remarkable transformation into a regenerated forest and wild tropical gardens, attracting diverse wildlife. Recognized for its sustainability efforts, the lodge received the highest qualification in Costa Rica's Certificate of Sustainable Tourism program. With wheelchair-accessible trails, an on-site museum, and various activities like horseback riding and boat trips, the lodge offers a rich experience. The 28 private cabins, well-maintained and mostly wheelchair accessible, provide comfortable accommodations with porches overlooking beautiful gardens. Meals at the vibrant restaurant feature fresh produce, some sourced from the lodge's garden, and are skillfully prepared by chef and co-owner Leo Jenkins, who also offers cooking classes upon request.
Resting amid impeccable gardens bordered by lush rainforest and the San Carlos River, Tilajari Hotel’s expansive grounds host many species of wildlife and offer magnificent views. This large, country club-style resort is about 30 minutes from the Arenal Volcano and Lake on the way toward San Carlos. All guest rooms offer comfortable amenities like air-conditioning, ceiling fans, a private balcony, satellite TV, Wi-Fi, coffee maker, telephone and hairdryer. There are Standard Rooms, Junior Suites and Family Suites. Hotel facilities include a restaurant and bar, three swimming pools, a Jacuzzi, sauna, butterfly and medicinal plant gardens, bird watching spots, pool tables, tennis courts, a soccer field, gym, conference rooms, souvenir shop, and a wide range of tours for all ages.
Tilajari Hotel Resort - Classic Room
Resting amid impeccable gardens bordered by lush rainforest and the San Carlos River, Tilajari Hotel’s expansive grounds host many species of wildlife and offer magnificent views. This large, country club-style resort is about 30 minutes from the Arenal Volcano and Lake on the way toward San Carlos. All guest rooms offer comfortable amenities like air-conditioning, ceiling fans, a private balcony, satellite TV, Wi-Fi, coffee maker, telephone and hairdryer. There are Standard Rooms, Junior Suites and Family Suites. Hotel facilities include a restaurant and bar, three swimming pools, a Jacuzzi, sauna, butterfly and medicinal plant gardens, bird watching spots, pool tables, tennis courts, a soccer field, gym, conference rooms, souvenir shop, and a wide range of tours for all ages.
Tilajari Hotel Resort - Bellman Tips Blue River Family Resort is one of the best among the Costa Rican eco-resorts, hot springs hotels & spas on the north side of Rincon de la Vieja, Guanacaste. Discover a “Paradise on Earth”, along Costa Rica’s north side of the majestic volcano, Rincon de la Vieja inside a lush rainforest with grand waterfalls, natural mineral hot springs and sparkling “blue” rivers. Soak in 3 hot springs pools, 2 freshwater pools with a bullet waterslide and a blue river. Wander their botanical gardens with 700 varietals, fish, turtle & caiman ponds, hummingbird sanctuary and more. Indulge in a spa treatment; visit the butterfly gardens; take a natural mud bath and sauna; exercise in the gym; plus, much more.
Blue River Resort & Hot Springs - Cabaña Two Queen Size
Blue River Family Resort is one of the best among the Costa Rican eco-resorts, hot springs hotels & spas on the north side of Rincon de la Vieja, Guanacaste. Discover a “Paradise on Earth”, along Costa Rica’s north side of the majestic volcano, Rincon de la Vieja inside a lush rainforest with grand waterfalls, natural mineral hot springs and sparkling “blue” rivers. Soak in 3 hot springs pools, 2 freshwater pools with a bullet waterslide and a blue river. Wander their botanical gardens with 700 varietals, fish, turtle & caiman ponds, hummingbird sanctuary and more. Indulge in a spa treatment; visit the butterfly gardens; take a natural mud bath and sauna; exercise in the gym; plus, much more.
Blue River Resort & Hot Springs - Cabaña Two Queen Size
Santa Elena Lodge, located in Cuajiniquil, La Cruz de Guanacaste, offers a rustic and sustainable retreat in Costa Rica's northern Pacific region. As a family-owned establishment committed to eco-friendly practices, the lodge provides a warm atmosphere with wooden craftsmanship. Serving as a gateway to exploration, it is conveniently positioned for visits to Santa Rosa National Park and Junquillal Wildlife Refuge. The lodge features comfortable rooms, internet access, and an in-house restaurant, emphasizing sustainability with amenities like parking and electric vehicle charging. Its prime location provides easy access to Golfo Santa Elena, Bahía Salinas, and Islas Murciélago, making it an ideal base for exploring marine life and coastal wonders.
Santa Elena Lodge – Shared Rooms
The Bougainvillea Hotel, located in the hills of historic Heredia, just 15 minutes north of San José, offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere. This family-owned hotel features charming guest rooms with private terraces or balconies overlooking landscaped gardens, mountains, or the San Jose cityscape. Rooms include two double beds, a sitting area, cable TV, Wi-Fi, and a private bathroom with tub and shower. The hotel is renowned for its continental cuisine, served in a restaurant with floor-to-ceiling windows and beautiful stained-glass images. The property spans 10 acres with exquisite gardens, a solar-heated pool, tennis courts, a sauna, fitness center, a gift shop, and meeting rooms.
Bougainvillea Hotel - Standard Room - Mountain View
The Price Includes Transportation during all the trip Full day guide services during all the trip All meals from dinner on Day 1 to breakfast on Day 14 Entrance fees to protected areas Tours and activities mentiones in the program
The Price does not Include International Flights. Meals not detailed in the program. Personal expenses of any kind. Transportation not specified. Gratuities, telephone calls. Services not specified in the program.
Contact information: Wesbsite: https://www.bluevalley.ed.cr/en/summercamp Camp Director Contact Info e-mail: campcoordinator@bluevalley.ed.cr Phone: (506) 2215-2204