Guanacaste, Arenal, y San Jose más 4 noches con familias anfitrionas
This itinerary is great for spring break schedules. It combines the biodiversity of Costa Rica and adventure activities, like zip lining, with true cultural immersion in a close-knit community of host families. The itinerary is perfect for teachers and students who prefer a more active, outdoor program that happens all in Spanish!
Ideas to customize this itinerary:
- Extend the family stay for maximum immersion or a summer program.
- Substitute the zip-lines for a walking tour on the hanging bridges.
- Add excursions such as white-water rafting, snorkeling, or kayaking.
Daily Itinerary
| Day 1 | Depart USA for Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Transfer from the Liberia airport and enjoy the afternoon on the beaches in the Guanacaste area. Dinner included. |
| Day 2 | After breakfast, enjoy a guided hiking tour of Rincón de la Vieja National Park, known for its volcanos, rivers, flora and fauna. Free afternoon on the beach. Dinner included. |
| Day 3 | Breakfast at the hotel. Travel to La Fortuna, where the Arenal Volcano looms over the town, and enjoy a coffee tour en route. Dinner included this evening. |
| Day 4 | Breakfast at the hotel. Depart for an adventure of zip-lining over the rain forest for spectacular views from above! Relax in the Baldi Hot Springs this evening. Dinner included. |
| Day 5 | Breakfast at the hotel. Travel to the family stay community to begin your 4-night stay. This is your time to be immersed in the culture, language, and la vida tica! |
| Day 6 | Family Stay |
| Day 7 | Family Stay |
| Day 8 | Family Stay |
| Day 9 | Say good-bye to host families and travel to San José. Enjoy a walking tour of the capital city before a prearranged farewell dinner this evening. |
| Day 10 | Transfer to the airport for return to USA with many memories! |
Pricing
| $4295 based on 13-16 students with 2 leaders | ||
| $4095 based on 17-20 students with 2 leaders | ||
| $4295 based on 21-25 students with 3 leaders |
Additional Information
Contact L&F for individualized estimated prices based on your dates and departure airport.
Inclusions
- Roundtrip airfare including taxes
- Airport transfer on days 1, 10
- 5 nights hotel accommodations – centrally located, students 3-4 to a room, and continental breakfast
- 4 nights family-stay arrangements organized by local L&F family-stay coordinator (family meals included)
- Transfer on day 9 (see itinerary)
- 5 pre-arranged dinners
- Tip Allotment
- Excursions, activity and entrance fees for visits indicated
- Guided Visits: Rincón de la Vieja, Coffee Tour, San José Walking Tour
- Services of local naturalist guide during travel days
- Travel medical insurance
- Extensive student and leader preparatory materials
Exclusions
- Passport, visa (including ETIAS), or other document costs
- Meals not indicated as included
- Items not indicated as included
- Spending money: about $25/day suggested
- Baggage fees for checked bags (L&F recommends taking only carry-on bags)
- Any additional costs incurred to fulfill requirements set by the US or destination-country health or government officials regarding health testing, documentation, and/or immunization