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Costa Rica Volleyball Program
Prepared for:
St. John Henry Newman CSS | Brian Pavlic
Proposal Date: March 1, 2024
Valid until: April 1, 2024
THANK YOU FOR THE OPPORTUNITY TO PLAN YOUR TRIP
Embark on an unforgettable 9-day Volleyball Trip in Costa Rica! Immerse yourself in intensive volleyball training, cultural excursions, and thrilling adventures, including white water rafting along Savegre River. Blend community projects with surfing and canopy tours for a perfect balance of service and adventure. Explore vibrant San Jose, Manuel Antonio National Park, or Villa Vanilla Farm.
Activities & Attractions
Volleyball:
- Volleyball Tournament
- Volleyball Games
- Volleyball Practices
Outdoor Adventure:
- Paddle down a Rainforest River in White Water Rafts
- Participate in Surf lessons with professional instructors
- Participate in a Canopy Tour
- Visit Manuel Antonio National Park or a Farm in that Area
Community Project and Cultural Interaction:
- Participate in community project at a local school
- Make fresh food for a community dinner
- Learn how to salsa dance
- Learn basic Spanish
Trip Details
Accommodations
Hotels:
- Triple / Quad accommodation for students
- Double occupancy for staff
Eco-Lodge:
- Mix of dorm and cabin style accommodation.
Accommodations as follows, subject to change
- Nights 2-4: San Jose Costa Rica
- Nights 5,6,7,8: Pacific Beach Location such as Hermosa (Jaco), Manuel Antonio
Meals
- Breakfast lunch and dinner included daily
- Students will have some time to purchase snacks other meals as needed
Transportation
- Return Coach Airfare from Toronto to San Jose, Costa Rica
- Private Coach Bus Transportation
- Use of smaller bus vehicles will be necessary to access remote areas
Additional Personnel
- 1 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
- $86 – Student Youth All Inclusive Manulife Travel Insurance: Medical, baggage, cancellation and trip interruption coverage.
Package Price is based on
Students
22-25
Chaperones
3
Price per paying student
$4640
- 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
- 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
Costa Rica
Day 1:
Fly to San Jose, Costa Rica!
| Afternoon | Meet at Toronto International Airport at depart for SJO |
| Afternoon | Arrive at Juan Santa María International Airport in San Jose. |
| Guides will be standing by to meet & greet | |
| Pick up our luggage. Our private bus will transfer us from the airport to our hotel | |
| Evening | Get settled into accommodations |
| Dinner at Hotel | |
Day 2:
Volleyball Games and programming
Morning:
- Welcome and introduction to the program.
- Ice-breaking activities and team-building exercises.
- Brief orientation about Costa Rica and San Jose.
Afternoon:
- Volleyball training session 1: Focus on fundamental skills (serving, passing, setting).
- Lunch break.
- Evening:
- Cultural activity: Visit a local market or historic site in San Jose.
- Group dinner at a traditional Costa Rican restaurant.
Day 3:
Volleyball Games and programming
Morning:
- Breakfast.
- Volleyball Games against local competition
- Snack break.
Afternoon:
- Adventure activity: Choose from options like zip-lining, canopy tours, or a nature hike in the surrounding area.
- Lunch.
- Relaxation time at a local spa or hot springs.
Evening:
- Group dinner with a focus on local cuisine.
- Evening beach bonfire with team bonding activities.
Day 4:
Volleyball Tournament and programming
Morning:
- Breakfast.
- Volleyball tournament among participating teams.
- Awards ceremony for outstanding performances.
Afternoon:
- Farewell lunch and closing ceremony.
- Optional sightseeing or shopping in San Jose.
- Free time for students to explore.
Evening:
- Final group dinner at a scenic location.
- Cultural exchange activity with local students or community members.
- Farewell party with music and dance.
Day 5:
Savegre River, White Water Rafting & Salsa!
| Morning | Wake Up/ Pack up |
| Breakfast on site | |
| Depart for Savegre River | |
| Rafting Safety Talk: Before we begin, paddling, safety, and other on-river skills and instructions will be taught. We will need to work as a team to manoeuvre rapids. | |
| Rafting along the Savegre River Guided in Boats by local professional River Rafting Guides. Depending on River Heights, you can expect Class 2-4 rapids which are regularly enjoyed by Beginner, Novice and Advanced rafting participants. We will take a hike to layered waterfalls and discover which one makes the best shower! Our rafts will travel down river until we reach the coast. | |
| Afternoon | Meet Vehicles, Change clothing |
| Lunch on the river catered by the Rafting company | |
| Transfer to Hotel by Coach Bus or Smaller Coaster Busses | |
| Room Assignments and settle in. | |
| Pool time at the hotel | |
| Evening | Dinner and discussion on next portion of the trip and expectations |
| Salsa Dancing at Hotel |
Day 6:
Community Project and Surfing
| Morning | Breakfast at Hotel |
| Coach Bus Transportation to Community Project | |
| Community project | |
| Prepare a chemical and pesticide-free hydroponics vegetable and garden for a school kitchen | |
| Afternoon | Lunch Catered at Project |
| We will head straight to the beach for our private surfing lessons. We will spend some time learning the techniques of surfing (with certified/experienced instructors) on the beach before we head into the water for lessons. | |
| Evening | Dinner at the hotel |
| Free Time, Rest & Relax, go for a Swim at the Hotel | |
| Lights Out |
Day 7:
Community Project and Surf or Canopy
| Morning | Breakfast at Hotel |
| Coach Bus Transportation to Community Project Activity | |
| Continue Community Project | |
| Afternoon | Lunch Catered at Project |
| In the afternoon, we will have a chance to surf again or participate in a Canopy Tour high above the forest. | |
| Evening | Dinner at Hotel |
| Debrief. Rest & Relax, go for a Swim | |
| Lights Out |
Day 8:
Manuel Antonio or Farm
| Morning | Breakfast at Hotel |
| Coach Bus Transportation to Manuel Antonio Park | |
| Visit Manuel Antonio National Park or Villa Vanilla Farm | |
| Afternoon | Lunch |
| Visit Artisan Market | |
| Transport to San Jose. Check in at Hotel on arrival | |
| Evening | Dinner at Hotel |
| Debrief. Rest & Relax, go for a Swim | |
| Lights Out |
Day 9:
Homeward Bound
| Morning | Breakfast at Hotel |
| Transfer to Airport | |
| Afternoon | Depart for Toronto |
| Arrive Home. End Trip |
