Customized Tour
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Group Leader: Renee Vermaelen
Requested Return Date: 6/8/2019
ABOUT EF
For over 55 years, we’ve dedicated ourselves to one global mission: Opening the World Through Education. Our programs help students expand their knowledge of the world around them, discover more about themselves, grow more confident and independent, and understand new people, places, and cultures.
The experience of a lifetime is waiting for you. Every detail from the cities you’ll stay in to the cultural discoveries you’ll make have been customized by your teacher for your group. Take a look at your personal itinerary for a sneak peek of what's in store.
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Day 1: Fly to Costa Rica
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Day 2: San José • Tortuguero
Travel by boat to Tortuguero
Explore Tortuguero Village on your own
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Day 3: Tortuguero
Enjoy a boat ride through the Tortuguero canalsTake a guided hike of Tortuguero National Park
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Day 4: Tortuguero • Sarapiquí
Travel to Sarapiquí
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursionSarapiquí canopy tour
Zip lines unveil one of the planet’s most fascinating ecological systems from a unique perspective—from the tops of the trees! With local expert guides at your side to instruct you on safety protocol, you can decide which view you prefer—from below the trees or from above. Note: This excursion reaches heights of 90 feet and is not recommended for anyone with a fear of heights. Travelers must weigh below 200lbs to participate.
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Day 5: Sarapiquí • Arenal region
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursionWhitewater rafting
Experience the thrill and excitement of whitewater rafting on this excursion! Use teamwork to navigate a path through the free-flowing waters of the Sarapiquí River rapids level 2-3, all while admiring the lush Costa Rican scenery as you pass by stretches of tropical forest.
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Day 6: Arenal region
Enjoy a kayaking trip on Lake ArenalVisit La Fortuna WaterfallVisit the Arenal hot springs
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Day 7: Arenal region • Guanacaste
Travel to GuanacasteVisit Rincon de la Vieja National Park
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Day 8: Guanacaste
Take a boat tour in Palo Verde National Park
Enjoy a snorkeling activity
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Day 9: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly to Costa Rica
Meet your Tour Director at the airport -
Day 2: San José • Tortuguero
Travel by boat to Tortuguero
Explore Tortuguero Village on your own
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Day 3: Tortuguero
Enjoy a boat ride through the Tortuguero canalsTake a guided hike of Tortuguero National Park
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Day 4: Tortuguero • Sarapiquí
Travel to Sarapiquí
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursionSarapiquí canopy tour
Zip lines unveil one of the planet’s most fascinating ecological systems from a unique perspective—from the tops of the trees! With local expert guides at your side to instruct you on safety protocol, you can decide which view you prefer—from below the trees or from above. Note: This excursion reaches heights of 90 feet and is not recommended for anyone with a fear of heights. Travelers must weigh below 200lbs to participate.
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Day 5: Sarapiquí • Arenal region
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursionWhitewater rafting
Experience the thrill and excitement of whitewater rafting on this excursion! Use teamwork to navigate a path through the free-flowing waters of the Sarapiquí River rapids level 2-3, all while admiring the lush Costa Rican scenery as you pass by stretches of tropical forest.
Travel to the Arenal region -
Day 6: Arenal region
Enjoy a kayaking trip on Lake ArenalVisit La Fortuna WaterfallVisit the Arenal hot springs
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Day 7: Arenal region • Guanacaste
Travel to GuanacasteVisit Rincon de la Vieja National Park
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Day 8: Guanacaste
Take a boat tour in Palo Verde National Park
Enjoy a snorkeling activity
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Day 9: Depart for home
Feel confident helping your child see the world
Visit our parents’ page for everything from payment plans, scholarship opportunities, safety protocols, and more.
Are you the “print it, scribble notes on it, stick it to the fridge” type? You can download a printable version of our Parent Guide, too.
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