Participez au programme de développement durable du Costa Rica, leader mondial dans ce domaine, et aidez à inverser les tendances de la déforestation et des blessures causées aux animaux par l'activité humaine. Faites du bénévolat dans un centre de secours, rencontrez la faune locale et explorez l'énigmatique forêt de nuages.
Réputé pour l'abondance de sa faune et pour être le "pays le plus heureux du monde", le Costa Rica est d'une beauté naturelle inégalée, des forêts tropicales luxuriantes regorgeant de singes, de paresseux et de toucans aux splendides plages bordées de palmiers. Les enfants (et les jeunes de cœur) peuvent se baigner dans les vagues de l'océan, les piscines, les rivières et les sources chaudes. Les familles tomberont sous le charme de la faune tropicale - papillons, rainettes, singes et toucans - tandis qu'une excursion dans la canopée à travers une forêt de nuages est une aventure inoubliable.
Le Costa Rica jouit d'une réputation enviable en tant que leader en matière de développement durable, mais il est confronté à des pressions environnementales dues à l'augmentation de sa population. La déforestation progresse lentement et le nombre d'animaux sauvages blessés par les voitures et les lignes électriques ne cesse d'augmenter. Dans les hauts plateaux, passez du temps avec une communauté rurale à planter des arbres et à découvrir la vie locale.
et en apprendre davantage sur la vie locale. Sur la côte pacifique, faites du bénévolat dans un centre de sauvetage d'animaux sauvages et approchez des paresseux, des singes-araignées, des ouistitis et bien d'autres espèces encore.
Touching down at the airport, you’ll be met by your Discover Corps guide for the 2.5 hour journey to our hotel in the charming town of La Fortuna, at the base of the impressive Arenal Volcano. Having settled in, we’ll enjoy a
welcome dinner before the adventures ahead. (D)
We’ll spend the next morning immersing ourselves in local culture, visiting a rural community and experiencing their way of life. You’ll enjoy an authentic dance presentation by the school children and demonstration of traditional agricultural methods, before spending a rewarding afternoon assisting a reforestation project. Get involved as you participate in a pure sugar cane juice and tortilla making class a local home. In the afternoon,
relax along local hotsprings. (B,L,D)
Guests with a sweet tooth are in luck this morning, when we’ll delve into a hands-on program all about the cacao bean – the source of chocolate and cocoa. We’ll learn the story of this crop, from harvesting to production, before enjoying the finished product. In the afternoon, hit the road to Monteverde for a nice dinner and relaxing evening. (B,L,D)
Today, we’ll visit what is perhaps Costa Rica’s most remarkable natural environment in the form of the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve. Here, a staggering 2.5% of the world’s biodiversity is represented. We’ll explore the rainforest with an unforgettable hike on hanging bridges through the canopy and the clouds – if you’re feeling adventurous, you can also try the optional 15-cable zip line. By night, we’ll look for nocturnal creatures with an expert naturalist guide. (B,L,D)
Departing the forest, we’ll head today for Quepos, a lively surf town on Costa Rica’s western coast. Costa Rica is a country of mountains, so be prepared for your longest drive today - a five-hour drive through beautiful winding roads with stops along the way.
After your time in the rainforest yesterday and your drive today, the pristine beaches of the surrounding Manuel Antonio are perfect for some relaxation, while Quepos itself is a fun town to explore, making the journey well worth the wait! (B,L,D)
Wildlife lovers are in for a treat this morning, as we head to a local rescue center that helps to care for injured and at-risk animals from the area’s rainforests and coastline. Residents include sloths, toucans, monkeys, and anteaters; you’ll help prepare the animals’ food while learning more about Costa Rican wildlife. (B,L,D)
If you’re feeling adventurous, spend this morning enjoying an optional white-knuckle ride on the Class I and Class II rapids of the Rio Savegre. If you’re not much of a thrill seeker, join the rest of the group to hike through the beautiful landscapes of Manuel Antonio National Park, spotting birds and wildlife as you go. Tonight, we’ll enjoy a farewell dinner together as the group prepares to depart tomorrow. (B,L,D)
Today, your journey reaches its end, and we’ll journey 3 hours back to Juan Santamaria International Airport for your flight home.
Terms and Conditions
Certain portions of the program fee are refundable, depending on the date of the refund request. If a participant chooses to withdraw for any reason prior to the departure, Discover Corps must be notified in writing. The refund will be calculated according to the date in which Discover Corps receives this notification.
Refund Policy
The amount of your refund is based on how far in advance from the start date of the trip you notify us of your cancellation.
More than five months prior, everything is refundable!
Less than five months prior, 75% of program fee is refundable, except non-refundable $30 registration fee. There is no fee to change trip destination or start date.
Less than four months prior, 50% of program fee is refundable, except non-refundable $30 registration fee. $100 fee to change trip destination or start date.
Less than three months prior, 25% of program fee is refundable, except non-refundable $30 registration fee. $395 fee to change trip destination or start date.
Less than two months prior, the program fee is non-refundable. Changes to trip destination or start date are not possible and will be subject to refund policy.
If the balance has not been paid in full, the above percentages apply to all monies paid at the date of cancellation.
NOTE: Participants who have purchased trip cancellation insurance will be refunded by the insurance company until the departure date of the program.
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