Costa Rica Active

Itinerary Days 1-2: San José & Irazú Volcano Begin your Costa Rican adventure in San José, where we will meet our crew and Bold Earth leaders. 🌎 Our trip will start with high energy, exploring Irazú Volcano National Park, Costa Rica’s highest volcano at over 11,000 feet! 🌋 We will hike through the Prusia area, discover unique volcanic vistas, and enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by stunning flora and fauna. 🌿 Accommodation: B&B 🏡 Days 3-5: Turrialba Adventures The adventure kicks into high gear as we head to Turrialba! 🌿 Our new location’s activities will start with an exhilarating zipline course through the rainforest canopy, admiring the forest from above. 🌳 We’ll explore the hidden gem of Las Trillizas Waterfalls, where three stunning cascades offer perfect swimming opportunities. 💦 Our time would not be complete without an adrenaline-pumping day of canyoning, where we will learn to rappel, down five different waterfalls. 🧗‍♂️ Accommodation: Guesthouse 🏡 Days 6-7: Pacuare River Expedition National Geographic has named this river as one of the top 10 rivers to raft in the world, and it’s an experience you cannot miss! 🌍 We’ll set off on our Costa Rica adventure with a two-day jaunt down the warm, jade-green waters of the Río Pacuare! 🌊 Surrounded by dense, lush rainforest and cascading waterfalls, we’ll switch between calm waters and exciting class II–IV rapids; keep your ears pricked and eyes peeled for toucans, parrots, sloths, monkeys, and more. 🦜🐒 A highlight is the riverside eco-lodge where we’ll fall asleep to the sound of rushing water and wake up to spectacular river views. 🌅 Accommodation: Eco-lodge 🏕️ Days 8-9: La Fortuna & Arenal Make a meaningful impact through the 1 Million Trees Project 🌱, where we will learn about reforestation efforts and help plant trees to combat climate change. 🌍 Lake Arenal is an ideal calm location for a kayaking excursion 🚣‍♂️, offering unbeatable views of the perfect cone-shaped Arenal Volcano 🌋. Visit Finca Don Juan for an immersive agricultural experience 🌾, where you’ll learn about (and taste! 🍫) local coffee, cacao, and tropical fruits while discovering sustainable farming practices. Accommodation: Hostel 🏨 Days 10-13: Surfing & Beach Time! Get ready for beautiful beaches that Costa Rica is known for! 🌊 The group will head to the warm blue waters of the Pacific coast, where we will learn from professional surf instructors 🏄‍♂️, and paddle out to hang ten on ideal beginner’s waves! When we’ve had our fill of the breaks, we’ll relax on the beach and explore the town nearby 🏖️. Accommodation: Guesthouse Listed above is Bold Earth’s intended itinerary for this trip. All itineraries are subject to change in order to provide the best possible program quality. Activities ✅ Community service: 8 hours ✅ Hiking ✅ Cultural Immersion ✅ Surfing ✅ Whitewater rafting ✅ Ziplining