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      • Hotels: Standard Class

      • 06/20/2026 - 06/28/2026

      • Max Participants: 16

      • 9 Days / 8 Nights

      Overview

      Unlock the wonders of Costa Rica’s rich biodiversity during this week-long adventure. This immersion travel program will bring your biology and ecology lessons to life as you explore the flora and fauna of the cloud forest and Manuel Antonio National Park. The itinerary is carefully crafted to showcase the country’s natural diversity, from lush mountain rainforests to pristine beaches. You will also have time for unforgettable experiences that will get your heart racing, like rappelling, rafting, and surfing. Your tour leader will take you off the beaten track to secluded spots that only the locals know. Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey with us to one of the most spectacular destinations in the world, all while earning professional development credit with other RSU 12 educators and their guests.

      This program is open to all teachers, staff, and administrators in the Sheepscot Valley school district. One guest per educator is welcomed as long as they are at least 18 years old. Exceptions may be possible on request.

      What's Included:
      • Mi Cafecito Coffee Cooperative Tour
      • Guided cloud forest night walk in Monteverde
      • Entrance fee to Manuel Antonio National Park
      • G Adventures tour leader throughout, local guides
      • Hotels (8 nts)
      • 1 lunch – allow $385-500 USD for meals not included
      • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities using private vehicle
      What's Not Included:
      • International air travel
      • Incidentals
      • Travel health and cancellation insurance
      • Applicable visas
      • Tips or gratuities
      • Beverages
      • Meals not mentioned in itinerary
      • Optional tours and admissions
      • Airport transfers
      • Single/private accommodation (add-on available)

      Itinerary Download PDF

      Day 1: San José Arrive in San José at any time. Meet your group for a welcome meeting around 6:00 or 7:00 p.m.

      Arrive at any time. There are no planned activities until the Welcome Meeting in the evening. The nearest airport is San José's Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO).

      Consider arriving 1-2 days early to explore the city, adjust to the time zone, and buffer against flight delays. We can request extra hotel nights for you before the program begins.

      Hotel Check-in and Welcome Meeting
      Hotel check-in is normally between 2–3 p.m. Check with reception for the exact time and location of the group welcome meeting, typically between 6–7 p.m. Please make every effort to attend this meeting. If you're running late, send a message in the group WhatsApp or call the emergency number on your trip voucher so that your tour leader can let you know where and when to meet the group.

      After the meeting, you might choose to have dinner at a nearby restaurant with your traveling companions and your tour leader to get to know one another further.

      What to do in San José - Amid the hustle and bustle of this busy capital, San José has beautiful parks, museums, and an ornate National Theatre. Start your exploration of the city in the central plaza, a great place to people-watch. A mime, juggler, marimba band, magician, or storyteller may be performing for whatever is collected when the hat is passed. Artisan booths are common, creating a regular arts and crafts fair atmosphere.

      • Joining Instructions
      • Taxi: ($30-45 USD | 20-30min) The quickest and easiest way to get from the airport to downtown San José. The airport website lists several official taxi services and base fare estimates.
      • Pre-Paid Arrival Transfer: If you purchase a transfer with us, a G Adventures representative will meet you at the airport. If you are not met at the airport or cannot make contact, call the emergency number located on your trip voucher or take a taxi to the hotel.

      This morning we set off from the capital and enjoy the countryside of the Central Valley. Along the way, we'll stop for a visit at the Mi Cafecito coffee cooperative in San Miguel de Sarapiqui. See shade-grown coffee plants and learn about everything from harvesting to husking, drying, and roasting the beans, before enjoying the best part – a fresh cup! Enjoy a typical lunch of plantains, beans, and freshly caught tilapia fish. Feel good about all this eating and drinking knowing that you are supporting a G Adventures for Good project that helps 200 farmers and their families.

      A three-hour van trip brings us to La Fortuna, near the foot of the spectacular Arenal Volcano. La Fortuna is an excellent base for adventure, from hiking the area's nature trails, swimming in chilly La Fortuna waterfall, or canyoning (rappelling) to catch a bird’s eye view of the forest greenery.

      Once we arrive, there's time to relax in the hot springs that are heated by the volcano's lava.

      Approximate travel time: 4 hrs by private vehicle
      Meals included: Lunch

      Spend the day getting your adrenaline pumping, viewing local wildlife, marveling at the Arenal Volcano, and getting to know more about Costa Rica in La Fortuna. There's plenty to see and do in La Fortuna. Optional activities include full-day whitewater rafting on the Toro or Arenal Rivers, mountain biking, caving, horseback riding, or a tour of the Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge. Like much of Costa Rica, the area is a birders’ paradise, with over 600 species as permanent residents. Finally, after a long day of exploring, you can choose to take a relaxing soak at Baldi Hot Springs.

      From La Fortuna, we make our way by boat across Lake Arenal and then van up the rough mountain roads to reach the fresh misty air of the Monteverde cloud forest region. Spend a couple of days exploring the town and a cloud forest reserve, truly a bird lover's paradise. This unique community has several cooperatives worth visiting.

      This evening, we will join a naturalist guide for a 1.5-2 hour tour in the cloud forest after dark. Learn more about the habits of the area's nocturnal wildlife including mammals, birds, insects, reptiles, and amphibians, and keep your eyes and ears open on this slow-paced walk. You never know what you might see – it depends on the day and your luck!

      Approximate travel time: 45 minutes by boat, 2.5 hrs by private vehicle

      There's plenty to see and do in Monteverde, and we wanted to make sure that you had some time to take it all in. Feel free to relax or try optional activities like ziplining, visiting the hanging bridges, and horseback riding. See our optional activities section further below for more information. Your tour leader has more ideas if you need them. Just ask!

      This morning we drive to Quepos, arriving in the afternoon. The small town of Quepos is on the Pacific Coast, and this region of Costa Rica is a great place to relax and enjoy the sun and nearby sea. A short distance away, Manuel Antonio National Park offers beautiful white-sand beaches and warm turquoise water, ideal for swimming, fishing, kayaking, boogie boarding, sailing, or surfing.

      Approximate travel time: 5 hrs by private vehicle

      Enjoy a free day in the Manuel Antonio region to explore and relax. Opt to go kayaking through mangroves, take a surf lesson, or cruise along the coast on a dolphin-spotting sunset sailing excursion.

      The white-sand beaches and warm Pacific waters are great for a day of taking it easy. Manuel Antonio NP offers excellent hiking, spectacular views, and abundant wildlife viewing.

      Enjoy an included entrance into Manuel Antonio National Park. Manuel Antonio is Costa Rica's smallest, yet most biodiverse national park. Head to the shade of the nearby tropical forest in search of sloths, monkeys, armadillos, and iguanas. Climb to the lookout to capture views of the pristine Pacific Ocean and the area's off-shore islands.

      After one final morning to soak up the sun on the beach in Quepos, we return to San José, and have time to enjoy one final evening together with our group.

      Approximate travel time: 3 hrs by private vehicle

      There are no planned activities today, so you may depart San José at any time. The nearest airport is Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) in Alajuela. If you wish to extend your stay in San José, consider booking post-tour accommodation with us.

      Please note that check-out time from the hotel is usually mid-morning, but luggage storage services are available at the reception desk.

      • Want more adventure? Book two or more GEEO programs in the same school year and receive 10% off the lesser value program(s), up to 3 programs per year.
      • Interested in extending your time abroad? We can help you find a trip from our tour partner G Adventures' larger catalog. Their tours are open to the general public and not designed specifically for educators, but by booking through GEEO we can offer you a discounted educator price, and you will be helping our non-profit.

      The hotels listed below reflect the properties expected to be used for this program. Final accommodations are subject to change based on group size, availability, or seasonality. The confirmed start and end hotels are listed on your trip voucher:

      Day 1 San José (Jun 20): Hotel Radisson San Jose
      Day 2 La Fortuna (Jun 21): Hotel Eco Arenal
      Day 3 La Fortuna (Jun 22): Hotel Eco Arenal
      Day 4 Monteverde (Jun 23): Hotel Historias Lodge
      Day 5 Monteverde (Jun 24): Hotel Historias Lodge
      Day 6 Manuel Antonio (Jun 25): Hotel Le Priss
      Day 7 Manuel Antonio (Jun 26): Hotel Le Priss
      Day 8 San José (Jun 27): Hotel Radisson San Jose

      *Itinerary Disclaimer: While it is our intention to adhere to the routes described on our website, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable, to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The information on our website is a general guide to the tour and region, and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.

      Details

      Important

      Before you decide to travel with GEEO, it is important that you read all of the program information on this page. Our programs are quite adventurous, and we find that travelers who review the full trip details are happier with their experiences.

      Trip Notes & Expectations

      ACCOMMODATION

      Our program fees are based on double-occupancy accommodation (see "Single Travelers" below if you do not have a travel companion and would be interested in a private room). Our accommodations are chosen to provide a safe, conveniently located place to sleep. While you may be pleasantly surprised, please don't expect luxury, as we prioritize keeping our programs affordable.

      LUGGAGE

      We recommend bringing a small to medium-sized bag (22-30 lbs) and a daypack. While larger bags may help with souvenirs, space is limited, so make sure that you can easily walk with, maneuver and carry your own luggage.

      PROOF OF DEPARTURE

      Costa Rica requires all visitors to have proof of departure (e.g., a return airline ticket). If you are traveling through a few countries in Central America, you will need to show proof of your itinerary. Please print the itinerary and bring it with you to Costa Rica.

      TRANSPORTATION

      We use a mix of transportation that gets our guests from location to location safely. Sometimes you will have full days and nights of transportation as our trips tend to cover a lot of ground. The transportation will often be an adventure in itself.

      ACTIVITY LEVEL & PACE

      Please make sure you have thoroughly read the itinerary and can handle the group activities, which sometimes include day hikes with your daypacks. We recommend always carrying snacks with you. Meals can sometimes be far apart.

      FREE TIME

      This program has quite a bit of free time in each location, with few activities included as part of the tour. This allows participants to choose how to spend their time exploring each destination. We recommend researching options ahead of time, but apart from sites that need advance booking due to limited capacity or timed entry, your tour leader will be able to help everyone choose and purchase tickets. Tour leaders often know the most reliable vendors and may also offer to book the whole group on insider tours. For ideas, check the "Optional Activities" section at the bottom of this page.

      GROUP LEADER

      All GEEO programs are led by a G Adventures Chief Experience Officer (CEO), whose role is to take the hassle out of travel and help you get the most from your trip. They’ll share information about the places you visit, suggest activities and restaurants, and introduce you to our local friends. While not traditional guides, CEOs have broad knowledge of the region’s history, culture, and daily life. On some excursions, local guides are used for deeper insight.

      PROGRAM DETAILS

      Single Travelers
      Traveling solo? You’re in good company—about half of our participants do the same. Shared room by default. The program fee covers one person in a twin room. We’ll pair you with a roommate of the same gender if you don’t have a travel companion. Want a private room? Most trips offer a “My Own Room” (single-supplement) upgrade. Check the price in the Extra Services section, then email travel@geeo.org to reserve it. You pay the single-supplement only if you request it.
      Emergency Contacts
      Should you need to contact G Adventures during a situation of dire need, it is best to first call their local G Adventures office. If for any reason you do not receive an immediate answer, please leave a detailed message and contact information so they may return your call and assist you as soon as possible. AIRPORT TRANSFER If you have purchased an arrival through G Adventures or if an arrival transfer is included in the cost of your tour, please note that: Your arrival transfer has been arranged based on flight information provided to us. If you are advised of a flight schedule change within 48 hours of your scheduled arrival time, we will do our best to rearrange your arrival transfer however we cannot guarantee this. If your arrival transfer does not arrive within 30 minutes after you have exited the arrivals area please take a taxi to your start point hotel. EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS: G Adventures Office San Jose, Costa Rica During Office hours (Weekdays 9am-5pm Local Time): +506 4001 8474 After hours emergency number: +506 8322 9140 If you are unable for any reason to contact their local office, they have a toll-free line within North America (or our regular direct line), which will connect you directly with their Toronto office. In the event that you cannot get through, you can reach a member of their Operations department at the mobile number below. Toll-free, North America only: 1 888 800 4100 Outside North America: +1 416 260 0999
      Packing List
      See our blog post of staff-recommended gear to help you pack for your upcoming travels. You must be able to carry your own luggage—up stairs, on and off of transport, and during 15 to 20 minute walks. Bring one small or medium backpack or rolling bag (22-30lb) and one daypack for daily items. Space is limited on transportation, so oversized bags cannot travel. As you prepare your packing list, we recommend checking average weather conditions for your destination.
      SUGGESTEDOPTIONALDOCUMENTS
      • Windproof/waterproof rain jacket
      • Personal clothing for hot to warm weather – we recommend packing 7-9 outfits so you only have to do laundry once (or not at all)
      • Bathing suit and small, quick-dry towel
      • Fleece top
      • Light hiking boots or sturdy walking shoes
      • Daypack
      • Sunblock
      • Sunglasses
      • Sun hat
      • Sport Sandals or Water Shoes (if you plan to do waterfall rappelling and/or rafting)
      • Watch or alarm clock (or use your phone)
      • Toiletries
      • Camera (or use your phone)
      • First-aid kit, including lip salve, aspirin, bandaids, anti-histamine, Dramamine, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, electrolyte powder, insect repellent, extra prescription drugs you may be taking
      • Drybag (will help keep cameras and essentials dry)
      • Binoculars
      • Travel pillow
      • Light-weight silk sleep sheet
      • Water bottle
      • Money belt
      • Phone/tablet for internet – most hotels have WiFi
      • Chargers for electronic, as well as converters/adapters, if needed
      • AirTags or Tile trackers
      • Packing cubes
      • Earplugs
      • Snacks – packing a few granola bars is a good idea; you can also buy snacks when you get there too, so don’t go crazy
      • Ziplock bags
      • Reading/writing material
      • Hand sanitizer/baby wipes
      • Passport (with photocopies)
      • Travel insurance (with photocopies)
      • Airline tickets (with photocopies)
      • USD/EUR cash
      • Credit or debit card (see personal spending money)
      • G Adventures vouchers, pre-departure information, and dossier
      • Any entry visas or vaccination certificates required
      • GEEO Classroom action plans for your group – this is sent 10-30 days before departure
      *Laundry: Laundry facilities are offered by some of our hotels for a charge. You can also use a local laundromat, if necessary. We recommend packing enough clothes so you don't have to do laundry.
      Passports and Visas
      Travelers are responsible for securing all required travel documents and meeting the entry requirements for every country on their itinerary, including applicable transit/layover countries. PASSPORT All travelers must have a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your trip dates with enough blank pages for stamps. Need to apply or renew? Start here. ENTRY/VISA REQUIREMENTS Visa rules change frequently—always verify the latest requirements on the U.S. State Department Country Information Pages. Non-U.S. passport holders should verify requirements with your country's official government resources. Use the tool below to see entry requirements for your specific itinerary. Entry information below is provided by Sherpa, a third-party service and trusted G Adventures partner. You must search each of your destination countries separately; “Add connection” solely searches transit visa requirements. Additional fees apply if you choose to purchase any services through Sherpa.
      Money Exchange
      Currency:The local currency in Costa Rica is the Colón (CRC). For current exchange rates, visit www.xe.com. Credit/Debit Cards: Credit cards (especially Visa and Mastercard) are accepted at many hotels, shops, and restaurants, but not everywhere. Some vendors may also charge an international transaction fee, so check with your bank before you travel. Cash: For small purchases, tipping, or places that don’t take cards, we recommend using ATMs to withdraw local currency while traveling. If you bring U.S. dollars to exchange, the bills must be new, unmarked, and in excellent condition—damaged or older notes are often rejected. Emergency Funds: Bring at least $200 USD (or the equivalent in local currency) in cash for emergencies in case of ATM or card issues. Always carry more rather than less to avoid feeling short of funds while traveling. See the Estimated Trip Costs section at the bottom of this page for budgeting guidance. For more advice, see our post, Smart Travel Finances: Your Guide to Money, ATMs, Fees, and Safety Abroad
      Tipping
      Please note that in Costa Rica, a 23% charge is added on to almost every meal (13% tax, 10% tip). Further tipping for wait staff is appropriate in the case of excellent service. Tipping is optional but appreciated and goes a long way for the people who look after you on the trip. If you are happy with the service, use these ballpark amounts and adjust as you see fit: - Local guides and drivers: $5-10 USD per person per day. - G Adventures tour leader (CEO): $5-7 USD per person per week. (We suggest pooling contributions in an envelope and presenting it as a group) Tipping Kitty: On some trips, your CEO may suggest a “tipping kitty” where everyone contributes at the start of the tour, and the CEO uses that pooled amount to tip service providers for the group as a whole (not including your CEO). If your CEO doesn’t mention it and you’d like to use a kitty, we recommend asking about it early in the trip. Your CEO will advise the suggested amount and preferred currency for the kitty.
      Vaccinations
      GEEO cannot provide any medical advice, so it is very important to consult your doctor or a travel clinic about which vaccinations you will need for your trip. We recommend contacting Passport Health, which has travel clinics located throughout the United States. You can also check the CDC's recommended vaccinations for your destination. Please take this seriously!
      Flights
      This program begins and ends in San Jose. Make sure you look at flights for Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO) in San José, Costa Rica, and not San Jose International Airport (SJC) in California. Wait for official trip confirmation via email from GEEO before booking your flights. Prices tend to be lowest 90–120 days out, but that window varies by route and year. Neither GEEO nor G Adventures bears responsibility for any flights purchased before the trip is confirmed. Check the itinerary for the required arrival date. Aim to arrive no later than mid-afternoon for the 6 p.m. Day-1 welcome meeting, and consider arriving a day or two early to buffer flight delays and see more of San Jose. You can depart any time on the final day of the program.
      Plugs and Converters
      Costa Rica uses the same plug design and nearly the same voltage found in the United States—a type-A plug and 110 Volts—so there is no need for electrical adapters or converters.
      Weather
      March is part of Costa Rica's dry season. The western and central regions of Costa Rica have nearly no rain and mostly sunny weather. What little rain falls usually comes as afternoon or evening showers. March and April are also the hottest time of the year, especially in the western half of Costa Rica.

      Historical Monthly Weather Averages

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      Extra Services & Costs

      EXTRA SERVICES TO PRE-BOOK
      Send us an email if you would like to pre-book any of the extra services listed below for your program. Space and availability are limited, and pricing is not guaranteed until booked. *Extra services are non-refundable within 30 days of your program's start date. *Airport transfers require Day 1 arrival/final day departure or pre/post hotel nights booked through GEEO. *Costs will be added to your final balance.
      Private/Single Room $599 (2 left)
      Pre-trip Hotel (per night) Hotel Radisson San Jose - Single: $90, Twin/Double: $90
      Post-trip Hotel (per night) Hotel Radisson San Jose - Single: $90, Twin/Double: $90
      Arrival Airport Transfer (per person) San Jose (SJO) Solo=$50, 2ppl=$25, 3ppl+=$15
      Departure Airport Transfer (per person) San Jose (SJO) Solo=$50, 2ppl=$25, 3ppl+=$15
      ACTIVITIES TO PRE-BOOK

      Costa Rica Adrenaline Bundle: $149 per person

      Day 3 (June 22)

      CANYONING (Half-day Arenal) Rappel, down-climb, river-trace, and descend huge waterfalls in the rugged mountains and lush rainforests around Costa Rica’s Arenal Volcano. ZIPLINING (Half-day Monteverde) Get a true bird’s-eye view of the rainforest canopy as you soar through the trees on a Tarzan swing, a giant rappel, and a 137-meter-high (450-foot) zipline. Please note the prices listed does not include the IVA Tax. Please note that passengers must weigh between 45-100kg (100 – 220 lbs) and be at least 130cm (4'3 ft) tall to participate in these activities.

      Manuel Antonio Catamaran Tour: $80 per person

      Day 8 (June 27)

      Cruise along the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica aboard a 100 ft catamaran, taking in the impressive scenery and lush jungle that has made Manuel Antonio famous. Keep your eyes peeled for playful dolphins who call these waters home before stopping to snorkel, swim, or ride one of the boat's water slides into the ocean. Grab a drink or just sit and watch the gorgeous views of the lush coastline go by.

      Optional On-Site Activities

      The following optional activities are booked and paid for locally. Prices shown are the most recent figures from participants and G Adventures. Use them as budgeting estimates only—actual costs may vary. If you arrive early or extend your stay, check out our curated list of Viator tours for additional activity ideas.

      • Hanging Bridges: 75 USD

        Suitable for all ages

      • Stand Up Paddle (Lesson and Tour): 65 USD

        Must be over 12 years old to participate.

      • Whitewater Rafting: 61-86 USD

        Bring clothes to wear while rafting and to change into afterwards. Wear secure closed-toed shoes (or sport sandal) that will dry quickly.

      • Lost Canyon Adventures Canyoning: 99 USD

        This tour leave three times daily at 07:30, 10:00, and 13:00 and includes transport to and from hotel, bilingual guide, and lunch. Bring clothes that can get wet, change of clothes, and secure closed-toed shoes (or sport sandals), and extra money for photos or t-shirts from the tour.

      • Gravity Falls Waterfall Jumping: 125 USD

        Hold on tight and get ready to rappel down the face of rushing waterfalls. Fear and fun collide in the rainforest as you throw caution to the monkeys and launch yourself into nature. Strapped securely in your harness, descend deep into the canyon, get soaked and feel completely alive. Trek through rivers, wobble across a hanging bridge and keep your eyes peeled for exotic birds and wildlife. Let the action begin! Please note the price listed does not include the IVA Tax. Minimum age: 12.

      • Hot Springs Soak: 42-84 USD

        After a long day of exploring, take a relaxing soak in the hot springs around La Fortuna. Situated at the base of the Arenal Volcano, immerse yourself in therapeutic waters heated by earth’s magma and infused with healing minerals and salts. Rejuvenate your muscles, detox your cells, and stimulate all your senses in nature’s thermal spa. Breathe in the pure rainforest air and marvel at the mystic surroundings of these outdoor pools of paradise.

      • La Fortuna Waterfall Swim: 20 USD

        Price listed is for entrance fee.

      • CASEM Coop Visit:

        CASEM—the Cooperative of Artisans Santa Elena Monteverde—is an inspiring example of female empowerment and teamwork. By focusing on providing women artisans with the opportunity to gain economic independence and develop new skills, this G for Good Project helps improve the quality of life for its members and strengthens the community. Through the marketing of their products, CASEM Coop not only supports its 90 artisan members, but also promotes the culture and traditions of the Monteverde region. Stop by the restaurant on your way out to try some delicious local food!

      • Hanging Bridges Monteverde: 56-60 USD

        Easy

      • Monteverde Butterfly Garden Visit: 20 USD

        Open 365 days per year from 08:30-16:00.

      • Santa Elena Cloud Forest Guided Tour: 50 USD

        Tours generally last between 2.5-3 hours. Hiking on marked trails.

      • Ziplining: 73 USD

        Leaves three times daily at 08:30, 11:00, and 16:00 and includes transport and bilingual guides. Easy walking. Bring closed-toed shoes, rain jacket or poncho, and camera. Age restriction 5+

      • El Trapiche Tour Monteverde: 33 USD

        This tour leaves twice daily 10:00 and 15:00. Tour includes: bilingual guide, artisanal candy making workshop, beverage.

      • Monteverde Horseback Riding: 45 USD

        Moderate difficulty.

      • Kayaking: 70 USD

        Price includes lunch.

      • Sailing:

        Slap on some sunscreen and hop aboard as we set sail along the rugged Pacific Coast of Manuel Antonio National Park on a catamaran. Bask in the beauty of the white-sand beaches and small islands that accent the shoreline. Keep watch for dolphins, rays, and migrating whales. Hop into the warm water and snorkel with more than 50 species of colourful tropical fish.

      • Surfing: 55-75 USD

        Slather on the sunscreen, strap on a leash, pull on a rash guard, and get ready to hit the waves. Experience the surf at the beaches near Quepos and Manuel Antonio with their left, right, and well-shaped beach breaks. Take a lesson, learn tips and techniques, then hang ten like a local.

      • Fishing:

        Cast a line and (depending on the season) hope to hook a marlin, sailfish, tuna or dorado (mahi mahi). Fishing in Quepos, north of Manuel Antonio, is Costa Rica’s most popular spot for blue water sport fishing.

      • Whitewater Rafting Manuel Antonio: 75-98 USD

        What better way to get from A to B then taking the natural route along a scenic and exciting river? Buckle up your life jacket, grab a paddle and head off to raft some Class II - IV rapids. Minimum age: 6-15 depending on rapid class.

      Estimated Trip Costs

      Free-time activities aren’t included in the program fee. Use the prices below as ballpark figures to decide which options fit your budget.
      • GEEO Program Fee: See our price in the top right corner
      • Optional Activities: $200-400 USD
      • International Airfare from the United States: Roughly $650-1,300 USD If you require assistance searching for international flights, we would be happy to help you.
      • Airport Transfers: $20-40 USD
      • Insurance: $30-200 USD Please note: It is mandatory for all of our travelers to have Emergency Medical insurance that covers both emergency evacuation and repatriation to the sum of $200,000 USD. We also strongly recommend purchasing cancellation insurance as an add-on.
      • Tipping: We recommend $40 USD for your G Adventures tour leader. Budget another $40-50 USD to tip guides and drivers for other activities.
      • Meals not listed in the itinerary: $385-500 USD
      • Laundry, Drinks, Mobile Data, etc.: Make sure you budget for these types of expenses
      • Souvenirs: Variable—at your personal discretion
      • Vaccines: Variable—please consult with your primary care provider
      • Non-Educator Donation: $100 USD (suggested donation) This is only for non-educator guests traveling with an educator on a GEEO trip. Educators and retired educators should not make this donation.
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