Sustainability in Costa Rica

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Overview

Delve into the world of sustainability and adrenaline jungle adventure in Costa Rica while developing the skills and understanding to become a global changemaker.

On this culturally rich and environmentally focused trip, students will come face to face with remarkable wildlife, hike thick jungle, immerse themselves into indigenous life and enjoy thrilling activities like zip lining through forest canopy.

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Impacted

Trip highlights

Hike among thick forest

Zip lining through cloud forests

Bridge jump in the forest

Visit an animal rescue center

Come face to face with remarkable wildlife

Learn vital conservation methods

Price from $1,149 per person

Stay in 3* hotels & eco lodges

Carbon Footprint: 70 kg CO₂e per person (not including international flights)

Example Itinerary

Day 1: Arrivals San Jose

Our expert guides will meet you at San Jose’s airport and accompany you on a private transfer to your hotel, or straight to La Fortuna, depending on your flight times. You’ll enjoy a traditional dinner and introduction to the program.

Day 2: Animal rescue center

Leave at 9am to the town of La Fortuna (2.5hrs). We visit a local rescue center that seeks to reintegrate its patients into the natural ecosystem. Animals helped by the shelter include monkeys, sloths, parrots, iguanas and many more.

Day 3: Hike & indigenous cultural immersion

Hike of around 1.5-2 hours before enjoying a morning of cultural immersion with the Maleku indigenous community. After students head into the town of Fortuna to enjoy some ice cream made with locally-sourced cacao. 

Day 4: Forestry workshop & hot springs

Today students join a local conservation project that is reforesting parts of La Fortuna and helping to protect the local sloth population. In the evening, the group enjoys an invigorating dip in the natural hot springs of Arenal volcano. 

Day 5: Monteverde & chocolate, coffee tasting

The Monteverde Cloud Forest region is a mesmerizing and enchanting destination nestled high in the misty mountains of Costa Rica. This cultural experience tour takes place in a local family ́s farm where you will have the opportunity to visitthe coffee and sugar cane plantations and our cocoa greenhouse.

Day 6: Zip line & bridge jump

After breakfast, students will begin the day’s activities with a zip line circuit which extends through canyons, going from one mountain to another, and between the treetops. There are 7 cables with different lengths and heights for students to enjoy!

Day 7: Departures

We transfer students to the international airport in San Jose in plenty of time for their flight home.

Essential information

  • Locations visited: San Jose, La Fortuna, Turrialba
  • Accommodation: Hotel, eco-lodges, hostel (homestay available)
  • Cost: From $1,149 p/p (price doesn’t include international flights)
  • Teacher: Teachers travel for free
  • Language: Spanish or English
  • Alternative destinations: Peru, Mexico, Ecuador

  • Learn about the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
  • Gain a greater understanding of climate change & evaluate sustainable solutions
  • Learn the importance of wildlife protection
  • Develop new design thinking & problem-solving skills

  • All meals (we’ve chosen varied dishes to give a real taste of Colombia)
  • Accommodation in a traditional finca (farmhouse) and one night in an eco-lodge
  • Private transport
  • All scheduled excursions and activities
  • Risk assessments
  • Full liability
  • ​Health insurance
  • Local bilingual guides
  • One Kagumu guide for every 12 students

Book this itinerary or tailor one to suit your curriculum by contacting us.

Carbon Footprint: 70 kg CO₂e per person = Equivalent to emissions generated from 100 loads of washing in the washing machine.**

Includes: Accommodation, meals, local transport, guides & activities
Not included: International flights

*Based on a 7-day trip for an average meat eater
 **Source: CO₂ Everything

Daily emissions:

  • Meat eater – 10 kg CO₂e
  • Vegetarian – 7 kg CO₂e (-30%)
  • Vegan – 6 kg CO₂e (-44%)

Flight comparison (return):

  • London – 1,111 kg CO₂e (×15.9 the trip)
  • New York – 598 kg (×8.5)
  • Buenos Aires – 740 kg (×11)

Learn more on our Impact Page and Sustainability Policy.

Fully Customizable

Remember we customize every itinerary to your curriculum. If you have a specifc academic focus in mind, allow us to tailor a trip for you.

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