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Costa Rica West Island College 2025

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West Island College   |   Patrick Fequet
Proposal Date: October 3, 2024
Valid until: November 3, 2024

EMPOWERING STUDENTS THROUGH TRAVEL SINCE 2006

Discover the rich culture and breathtaking landscapes of Costa Rica on this immersive journey. Participate in eco-friendly activities, meaningful community service, and exhilarating adventures. This unforgettable experience blends exploration, sustainability, and cultural connection in one of the world’s most biodiverse and beautiful destinations.

Starting Price

$5,400.00

Proposed Dates

April 10-19 2025

Activities & Attractions

  • Service at Hogar Ama Orphanage: Paint and play games with children.
  • Football match: Play a friendly football match with the children at the orphanage.
  • San Isidro exploration: Walk through the central square for cultural engagement.
  • Rainforest Lodge stay: Settle in and learn about the history of chocolate.
  • Giant tree climbing: Climb a 300-year-old tree up to a 70-foot platform.
  • Medicinal plant workshop: Learn about local medicinal plants from a shaman.
  • Tortilla making: Learn how to make traditional tortillas from scratch.
  • Jungle Nightlife Program: Observe nocturnal wildlife in the rainforest.
  • Rafting: Enjoy rafting at Savegre River.
  • Community project: Participate in a service project near Hermosa Beach.
  • Surfing lessons: Take private surfing lessons at Hermosa Beach.
  • Manuel Antonio National Park: Explore the park and relax at the beach.
  • Beach time: Enjoy free time at the beach in Manuel Antonio.

Trip Details

Accommodations

  • Hotels:
    • Triple/Quad occupancy for students
    • Double occupancy for staff
  • Eco-Lodge:
    • Mix of dorm and cabin-style accommodation
  • Accommodations (subject to change):
    • Night 1: Central Valley Hotel (San José)
    • Nights 2, 3: Hotel in San Isidro
    • Nights 4, 5, 6: Rainforest Eco-Lodge
    • Nights 7, 8: Pacific Beach Hotel
    • Night 9: Airport Hotel (San José)

Meals

  • Breakfast lunch and dinner included daily
  • Students will have some time to purchase snacks other meals as needed

Transportation

  • Return Economy Airfare from Montreal to San Jose, Costa Rica
  • Private Coach Bus Transportation

Additional Personnel

  • Local Evolve Tours Director + Additional Local Costa Rican staff

Exclusives

  • Creative Trip programming and leadership activities
  • Pre and Post Trip Curriculum
  • Forever Green by Evolve Tours- Carbon Offset this whole trip (ask for details)

Insurance

  • INCLUDED – Student Youth All Inclusive Manulife Travel Insurance: Medical, baggage, cancellation and trip interruption coverage.

Package Price is based on

Students
7
12
Teachers
2
3
Price per student
$5640
$5400
  • Prices subject to availability and change until contract signed
  • Total Package price may vary if number of paying customers changes
  • Does not include airline baggage fees if applicable
  • Tips for drivers and guides are appreciated
  • Happy with what you see? Sign a 2-year contract with Evolve and pay the same rate for two years. Ask us for more information. *Based on same group size
TICO #: 50017336

Itinerary

Day 1:  April 10, 2025

Arrival in San José

Morning

  • Group departs from Montreal and travels to San José, Costa Rica.

Evening

  • Arrival at Juan Santa María International Airport (SJO). Meet guides and collect luggage.
  • Transfer to hotel and check-in.
  • Light dinner at the hotel or nearby restaurant.
  • Settle into rooms and rest.

Day 2:  April 11, 2025

Service Project at Hogar Ama Orphanage

Morning

  • Group breakfast at the hotel.
  • Depart for Hogar Ama Orphanage and begin service work (painting, playing games with children).

Afternoon

  • Lunch with the children at the orphanage.
  • Continue the service project at Hogar Ama.

Evening

  • Transfer back to the hotel.
  • Dinner and rest.

Day 3:  April 12, 2025

Service Project and Community Engagement

Morning

  • Group breakfast at the hotel.
  • Continue working at Hogar Ama Orphanage.

Afternoon

  • Lunch at the orphanage.
  • Engage in a football match with the children at the orphanage.
  • Walk in the central square of San Isidro.

Evening

  • Dinner at Mirador la Torre.
  • Return to the hotel for rest.

Day 4:  April 13, 2025

Transfer to the Rainforest Lodge

Morning

  • Group breakfast at the hotel.
  • Transfer to Rainforest Eco-Lodge via 4×4 vehicle, including a hand-powered gondola crossing.

Afternoon

  • Lunch at the lodge.
  • Orientation at the Adventure Center and bunk assignments.
  • Learn the history of chocolate by peeling, grinding, and eating it.

Evening

  • Dinner at the Eco-Lodge.
  • Free time for relaxation.

Day 5:  April 14, 2025

Rainforest Lodge Activities

Morning

  • Group breakfast at the lodge.
  • Giant tree climbing experience with a 70-foot platform ascent.

Afternoon

  • Lunch on site.
  • Rotation of activities: one group learns about medicinal plants with a local shaman, while the other learns to make tortillas and traditional foods.
  • Optional swim in the rainforest river.

Evening

  • Dinner on site.
  • Jungle Nightlife Program to observe nocturnal wildlife.

Day 6:  April 15, 2025

Rafting at Savegre River

Day 6: April 15, 2025 – Rafting at Savegre River

Morning

  • Breakfast at the lodge.
  • Transfer to Savegre River for a rafting adventure.

Afternoon

  • Lunch by the river.
  • Return to the hotel for relaxation.

Evening

  • Group dinner and free time at the hotel.

Day 7:  April 16, 2025

Surfing Lessons and Community Service

Morning

  • Group breakfast at the hotel.
  • Participate in a community project near Hermosa Beach.

Afternoon

  • Lunch at the project site.
  • Private surfing lessons at Hermosa Beach.

Evening

  • Dinner at the hotel with free time for relaxation.

Day 8:  April 17, 2025

Surfing and Final Service Day

Surfing and Final Service Day

Morning

  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Continue with the community project.

Afternoon

  • Lunch on site.
  • Another round of surfing lessons.

Evening

  • Dinner at the hotel with relaxation time.

Day 9:  April 18, 2025

Manuel Antonio National Park

Day 9: April 18, 2025 – Manuel Antonio National Park

Morning

  • Group breakfast at the hotel.
  • Travel to Manuel Antonio National Park.

Afternoon

  • Explore the park and enjoy lunch.
  • Beach time at Manuel Antonio.

Evening

  • Return to the hotel for dinner and relaxation.

Day 10:  April 19, 2025

Departure Day

Morning

  • Check out of the hotel and transfer to the airport for the flight back to Montreal.