Costa Rica: tropical rainforest, beaches & wildlife journey

 

Manuel Antonio National Park – Arenal Volcano National Park – Community – Service Project – Bridges in the Sky in Monteverde – Zip-line Adventure – La Fortuna Waterfall & Hot Springs – Rainforest Adventure Park – Organic Farm

 

 

Trip Duration: 6 -10 days 

Climate: Costa Rica, nestled in Central America, boasts a quintessential tropical climate characterized by consistently warm to hot temperatures throughout the year. The country encompasses diverse climatic zones, including tropical rainforests, monsoon regions, and savannas. Positioned between Panama to the south and Nicaragua to the north, with the Caribbean Sea gracing its northeastern border, Costa Rica offers a splendid array of ecosystems shaped by its unique geographical location.​

Highlights: Manuel Antonio National Park – Arenal Volcano National Park – Community – Service Project – Bridges in the Sky in Monteverde – Zip-line Adventure – La Fortuna Waterfall & Hot Springs – Rainforest Adventure Park – Organic Farm

Come witness the breathtaking beauty of Costa Rica with us. As part of the Pacific Ring Fire Circle, Costa Rica boasts 200 volcanic formations. Swim or surf in the Caribbean Sea or North Pacific Ocean, and experience the variety of marine life in both places. Zipline through the cloud forest, and enjoy the rejuvenating hot springs. Costa Rica is a land rich in Tico (a word to describe the local people)  kindness, and wild natural beauty. 

San José Province, San José, Costa Rica

Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve

Alajuela Province, La Fortuna, Costa Rica

Arenal Volcano, Alajuela Province, San Carlos, Costa Rica

Parque Nacional Volcán Poás

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Day 1: Travel and Volunteer Day

Arrive in San Jose

Volunteer at local school

Day 2: Volcano Poas

View the stunning Poas Volcano in the early morning before the clouds descend and cover the beautiful view. Hike to a stunningly beautiful pond connected to the volcano.

Take a late afternoon hike, and see some of the local vegetation and wildlife.

Day 3: La Fortuna Waterfall and Volcano Arenal

Travel to La Fortuna

Hike the trails to view the la Fortuna waterfall, and then soak those sore legs in the thermal pools.

Take an evening hike through the rainforest to a scenic location, and from a safe distance watch as Volcano Arenal erupts at sunset.

Day 4: Monteverde Rainforest

Drive to Monteverde Cloud Forest

Experience the Cloud forest on a night hike, and see nocturnal animals that you would never see during the day while on this highly requested adventure.

Day 5: Monteverde Rainforest

Monte Verde Cloud Forest-experience the Cloud Forest canopy hiking the hanging bridges.

Leave for Coffee Plantation

Day 6: Volunteer at Coffee Plantation

Learn the art and craft of growing and harvesting coffee beans as you volunteer at a local coffee plantation.

Evening reflection, and hike with the group.

Day 7: Manuel Antonio National Park

Travel to Manuel Antonio Park

Enjoy Costa Rica’s spectacular coast as you swim in the ocean, or soak up the sun on the beach.

Evening bonfire on beach.

Day 8: Manuel Antonio National Park

Morning hike at Manuel Antonio National Park. 

Return to San Jose in the evening

Day 9: Travel Day

Fly home

Additional Itinerary Options

Add an extra day to extend your stay at one of the listed locations, or add on white water rafting, ziplining, or a day exploring museums in San Jose.

 

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Loved the food options, lots of variety. A great mix of relaxation, fun, and education. Jeremy is absolutely professional, fun, attentive, engaging, and everything you would wish for in a tour director! I can not recommend using this program for school trips enough! It was a wonderful balance of fun and education for our students. It created an experience that will last them a lifetime and that they will remember fondly for years to come! Thank you so much!

Victoria, Group Leader - National Cathedral School, Washington DC

 
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Loved the food options, lots of variety. A great mix of relaxation, fun, and education. Jeremy is absolutely professional, fun, attentive, engaging, and everything you would wish for in a tour director! I can not recommend using this program for school trips enough! It was a wonderful balance of fun and education for our students. It created an experience that will last them a lifetime and that they will remember fondly for years to come! Thank you so much! Victoria, Group Leader - National Cathedral School, Washington DC  

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Jessica - National Cathedral School, DC

The educational programming was high quality.

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Valerie, Group Leader - Oaks Christian School

Cannot wait to travel with you guys again.... Lasting, lifetime impressions. THANK YOU!!!

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I have heard nothing but good things from the kids. Cam said it was the greatest spring session the school has run yet. (Cam's mom also sent an email letting me know how appreciative she was of the consideration for Cam's dietary restrictions). Angela said it was the best possible way she could think of to wrap up her senior year at CHCH.

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I have heard nothing but good things from the kids. Cam said it was the greatest spring session the school has run yet. (Cam's mom also sent an email letting me know how appreciative she was of the consideration for Cam's dietary restrictions). Angela said it was the best possible way she could think of to wrap up her senior year at CHCH. Julia, Teacher - Chapel Hill, Boston

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Mrs. Johnson, Group Leader - New Zealand Trip

Seriously - nothing could have gone better. It was such a wonderful experience. The way you were able to accommodate our late additions and families is so impressive.  Thank you!!! I think the students and parents really felt like the trip was first class and worth the cost. IMJ would be my first recommendation to any school.

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Everything was so well-planned that we could really relax and enjoy all of the activities we were doing and the beauty we were seeing. It was a once in a lifetime experience!

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Principal - Oaks Christian School

Everything was so well-planned that we could really relax and enjoy all of the activities we were doing and the beauty we were seeing. It was a once in a lifetime experience!

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Variety was great; amount of activities we squeezed into four days was great. I loved the challenging and fun nature of the big hike at Section 16, the whitewater rafting, and the horseback riding. It was nice to mix in some lower-energy activities that allowed the kids a bit more sense of freedom, like the hot springs, and Manitou Springs.

Mrs. Woodward, Teacher - Chapel Hill - Chauncy Hall,  Boston

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Mrs. Woodward, Teacher - Chapel Hill - Chauncy Hall,  Boston

Variety was great; amount of activities we squeezed into four days was great. I loved the challenging and fun nature of the big hike at Section 16, the whitewater rafting, and the horseback riding. It was nice to mix in some lower-energy activities that allowed the kids a bit more sense of freedom, like the hot springs, and Manitou Springs.
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