Leadership Conference, Arenal Region & Guanacaste
Experiencing the world around us is crucial to understanding why we need to protect it.
On this tour, immerse yourself in Costa Rica’s natural wonders while learning how healthy ecosystems support life on our planet. Kick things off in San José, where you’ll harness The Power of Environmental Stewardship at our inspiring leadership conference. Then, journey from lush rainforests to kaleidoscopic reefs, visiting wildlife refuges, national parks, and regenerative communities along the way. You’ll return home with a deeper appreciation for the interconnectedness of all living things and a renewed commitment to safeguarding them.EF Summits are open to rising 9th graders through graduated seniors.
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Day 1: Fly to Costa Rica
Meet your Tour Director at the airport -
Day 2: San José
Take a tour of a coffee farm
Enjoy a Costa Rican folklore evening
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Day 3: San José • Leadership Conference
Participate in an activity centered around The Power of Environmental Stewardship
Kick off your leadership conference experience
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Day 4: San José • Leadership Conference
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Day 5: San José • Leadership Conference
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Day 6: San José • Arenal region
Travel to the Arenal region
Visit a local eco-farm and learn how they minimize environmental impact in their agricultural production
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Day 7: Arenal region
Enjoy a kayaking trip on Lake Arenal, an important source of hydroelectric power for Costa Rica
Visit La Fortuna Waterfall and explore how the microclimate influences plant growth and erosion control
Visit the Arenal hot springs, renowned for its mineral-rich, geothermal waters
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Day 8: Arenal region • Los Chiles
Take a day trip to Los Chiles
Enjoy a boat tour of Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge to observe the vibrant species that sustain the ecosystem
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Day 9: Arenal region • Guanacaste
Travel to GuanacasteVisit Rincón de la Vieja National Park and discover how volcanic activity influences biodiversity
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Day 10: Guanacaste
Snorkel at Playa Panama, where you’ll learn about marine life and the impact of pollution and overfishing
Take a cooking class to explore ecofriendly food production and ways to reduce waste
Enjoy a ziplining adventure
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Day 11: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly to Costa Rica
Meet your Tour Director at the airport -
Day 2: San José
Take a tour of a coffee farm
Enjoy a Costa Rican folklore evening
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Day 3: San José • Leadership Conference
Participate in an activity centered around The Power of Environmental Stewardship
Kick off your leadership conference experience
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Day 4: San José • Leadership Conference
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Day 5: San José • Leadership Conference
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Day 6: San José • Arenal region
Travel to the Arenal region
Visit a local eco-farm and learn how they minimize environmental impact in their agricultural production
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Day 7: Arenal region
Enjoy a kayaking trip on Lake Arenal, an important source of hydroelectric power for Costa Rica
Visit La Fortuna Waterfall and explore how the microclimate influences plant growth and erosion control
Visit the Arenal hot springs, renowned for its mineral-rich, geothermal waters
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Day 8: Arenal region • Los Chiles
Take a day trip to Los Chiles
Enjoy a boat tour of Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge to observe the vibrant species that sustain the ecosystem
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Day 9: Arenal region • Guanacaste
Travel to GuanacasteVisit Rincón de la Vieja National Park and discover how volcanic activity influences biodiversity
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Day 10: Guanacaste
Snorkel at Playa Panama, where you’ll learn about marine life and the impact of pollution and overfishing
Take a cooking class to explore ecofriendly food production and ways to reduce waste
Enjoy a ziplining adventure
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Day 11: Depart for home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers; comfortable motorcoach
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Hotels
10 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms
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Regional-style meals
Breakfast and dinner daily; 2 lunches during the conference
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Full-time Tour Director
Your bilingual, culturally connected Tour Director stays with you 24/7 to handle all on-tour logistics and provide knowledgeable insights everywhere you go.
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Student Leadership Conference
Conference registration, keynote addresses, expert-led workshops, and design thinking workshops are included.
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Entrances
Coffee farm; Costa Rican folklore evening; Summit-themed activity; local eco-farm; kayak on Lake Arenal; La Fortuna Waterfall; Arenal hot springs; boat tour of Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge; Rincón de la Vieja National Park; snorkeling; local cooking class; ziplining
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
Lowest price
Price is valid for students under the age of 20 at the time of travel that room in triples and quads. Minimum participation is required. Change and cancellation fees of up to the total price will apply. Applicable airline baggage fees are not included and can be found at www.eftours.com/baggage. Program price is valid today only.
Price displayed includes an Early Enrollment Discount; restrictions apply. To determine if you qualify, please contact your Tour Consultant. Tours departing between 10/1/2023 and 9/30/2024 may be eligible for a $100 discount. Tours departing 10/1/2024 and beyond may be eligible for a $200 discount; restrictions apply.