Overview of our Costa Rica Trips for Teens
Ready to live pura vida? Look no further than our Costa Rica programs, which offer a perfect blend of high-energy adventure and rich cultural immersion. From exploring vibrant markets and tasting authentic local food to earning community service hours and ziplining through the jungle, Costa Rica has something for everyone. What are you waiting for? Authentic cuisine, friendly locals, breathtaking sights, and endless adventures await!
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Frequently Asked Questions
What specific adventures will I experience in Costa Rica?
Your trip will be packed with high-energy adventure activities unique to Costa Rica! While specific itineraries vary, all of our tours feature a strong element of non-stop adventure. You can expect exhilarating experiences like whitewater rafting, zip-lining through the rainforest canopy, taking professional surf lessons on the Pacific coast, and exploring the areas around active volcanoes. All adventures include expert local guides and are safely supervised.
Your trip will be packed with high-energy adventure activities unique to Costa Rica! While specific itineraries vary, all of our tours feature a strong element of non-stop adventure. You can expect exhilarating experiences like whitewater rafting, zip-lining through the rainforest canopy, taking professional surf lessons on the Pacific coast, and exploring the areas around active volcanoes. All adventures include expert local guides and are safely supervised.
What kind of community service projects can I expect in Costa Rica?
Our community service projects are designed to be meaningful, allowing you to earn community service hours while making a tangible local impact. Projects vary by itinerary but may involve working on sea turtle conservation initiatives, assisting with sustainability efforts, collaborating with local community centers or schools, volunteering with health care initiatives and clinics, or contributing at local animal rescue centers. You’ll work directly with local partners to truly live the Pura Vida spirit.
Our community service projects are designed to be meaningful, allowing you to earn community service hours while making a tangible local impact. Projects vary by itinerary but may involve working on sea turtle conservation initiatives, assisting with sustainability efforts, collaborating with local community centers or schools, volunteering with health care initiatives and clinics, or contributing at local animal rescue centers. You’ll work directly with local partners to truly live the Pura Vida spirit.
Where will we stay, and how safe is the accommodation?
We prioritize safe, comfortable, and centrally located accommodation that maximizes your time exploring. We avoid staying far outside the cities or towns where our activities are based. Our choices range from family-run inns and eco-lodges near the rainforest (for easy access to nature) to well-vetted hotels in town centers. All locations are chosen for their great safety records and proximity to activities, making you feel more like a local explorer.
We prioritize safe, comfortable, and centrally located accommodation that maximizes your time exploring. We avoid staying far outside the cities or towns where our activities are based. Our choices range from family-run inns and eco-lodges near the rainforest (for easy access to nature) to well-vetted hotels in town centers. All locations are chosen for their great safety records and proximity to activities, making you feel more like a local explorer.
Are the Costa Rica tours suitable for middle and high school students?
Yes, our Costa Rica programs are suitable for middle and high school travelers! We offer multiple distinct Costa Rica itineraries designed specifically for different age groups. We have tours tailored exclusively for middle school students, options for 9th and 10th graders, and trips for “older teens” who are finishing 11th and 12th grade. Each tour is expertly designed to ensure the pace, activities, and group dynamics are appropriate for that specific age range.
Yes, our Costa Rica programs are suitable for middle and high school travelers! We offer multiple distinct Costa Rica itineraries designed specifically for different age groups. We have tours tailored exclusively for middle school students, options for 9th and 10th graders, and trips for “older teens” who are finishing 11th and 12th grade. Each tour is expertly designed to ensure the pace, activities, and group dynamics are appropriate for that specific age range.
Do I need to speak Spanish to travel to Costa Rica?
No, you do not need to speak Spanish! Many of our staff members speak Spanish, and all are experts on the country. We work closely with trusted local guides and partners to ensure a smooth, safe, and communicative experience during all activities. However, we highly encourage you to try out a few basic phrases—the locals will love it! If you want to take your Spanish skills to the next level, be sure to check out our dedicated Costa Rica: Spanish Language Immersion & Service program.
No, you do not need to speak Spanish! Many of our staff members speak Spanish, and all are experts on the country. We work closely with trusted local guides and partners to ensure a smooth, safe, and communicative experience during all activities. However, we highly encourage you to try out a few basic phrases—the locals will love it! If you want to take your Spanish skills to the next level, be sure to check out our dedicated Costa Rica: Spanish Language Immersion & Service program.
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