Dates
- 04/16/2022 to 04/22/2022
Inclusions
- Transportation to & from Destination
- Hotel Accommodations
- Admission to all Attractions
- Meals
- 24-Hour Course Leader
- 24-Hour Emergency Support
- Accident & Medical Insurance
- Opportunity to Earn Free Academic Credit
Trip Information Meeting
When: September 23, 2021 at 6:00 pm
Via Google Meet:
http://meet.google.com/cbm-yixt-hmr
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Our Trip Highlights
Here’s a sample list of some of the many attractions and activities the students will see and do on this trip. This trip is going to be so much fun and the students are going to learn so much!
Rainforest Canopy Tour
Hooked to a zipline, you’ll soar through the forest treetops and see jungle life in the Costa Rican rainforest from a bird’s eye perspective. During this exhilarating adventure, experience amazing biodiversity in the company of expert guides.
Carara National Park
Explore this national park in the Central Pacific Conservation Area located near the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica. It is a transitional forest that has both a primary rainforest as well as a secondary forest. These two ecosystems make it a haven for many bird species and unique flora.
Bird Watching and Forest Tour
Meet your guide for an early morning hike in search of bird species in the Hacienda Baru National Wildlife Refuge. This forest, beach, and habitat assessment will include a series of field exercises including beach profiling, coastal plant identification, and studying winds, currents, and velocities.
Horseback Riding Tour
Travel through miles of traffic-free dirt roads and jungle trails. One trail leads to the beach and another to a waterfall – both allow you to cool off with a fun dip with your friends before heading back.
Marino Ballena National Park
From Pinuelas Beach, you’ll board a boat for a breathtaking view of the coastline of this unique national park. Be on the look out for dolphin, turtle and even whales along the way. You’ll stop at Ventanas Beach to cool off with a tropical fruit snack before snorkeling around the island to observe some of the richest marine life in the world.
Manuel Antonio National Park
On this guided hike, you’ll search for rare wildlife including the sloth and various species of monkeys that call Central America home. You’ll then participate in a volunteer project where you’ll help develop nature exhibits to help protect and reproduce local species in danger of extinction including orchids, bromeliads, and certain amphibians.
Jungle River Mangrove Adventure
Mangroves are some of the richest natural environments in the world. Enjoy navigating the Costa Rican waterways by boat for a close-up view of crocodiles, snakes, and many of the 250 bird species that inhabit these waters!
The Health and Safety of our Travelers is our #1 Priority
WorldStrides has been tackling the unprecedented for the last 55 years and our experienced team is leading the way, constantly evolving to meet the ever-changing heath & safety requirements that are imperative for student travel. Even with this changing landscape, the values that underpin our commitment to health and safety remain unchanged: a dedication to scenario and contingency planning that relies on a rich network of partners and a “do-what-it-takes” commitment to respond to whatever the world hands out. Below are just a few of the measures and resources we have in place:
- Expertly trained Course Leaders to guide your group. Course Leaders are destination experts and will help bring learning to life for your students while navigating them through your itinerary.
- Around the Clock Program Support: WorldStrides has staff members who are with your group at all times. Exact safety measures vary by destination but could range from a staff member at your hotel to assist with any needs that may arise to night chaperones that watch the hallways while students are sleeping. In some destinations, we provide 24-hour Course Leaders. That’s all in addition to the support of Doctors on Call and WorldAssist.
- Doctors on Call: our exclusive partnership with the Department of Emergency Medicine at The George Washington University
- WorldAssist: our 24/7 safety and security command center staffed by WorldStrides team members who are specially trained to handle any situation – no matter how big or small.
- WorldStrides Name Badges: provided to all students and printed with the WorldAssist phone number providing direct access to students should the need arise.
Exact safety and security measures vary by destination. Please refer to your program specific materials for more details.
Tools to Help Pay for the Trip
Financial Assistance
- Over $2.5 million in financial assistance is given out each year
- Families with annual adjusted gross incomes of up to $85,000 may qualify
- One simple call to WorldStrides Customer Service (800-468-5899) can tell you how much assistance may be available even before registering for the trip. (FLAG Financial Assistance is available on a first-come, first-served basis.)
Gift of Education Fundraiser
- Student driven fundraiser where 100% of the money raised goes to offset the trip price
- Students send e-cards, letters, or share links on social media, and family and friends, in one simple click, can make a direct donation
- Thousands of students pay for their entire trip each year through the Gift of Education
Affordable Payment Plans
- Pay a small initial deposit to sign up for the trip
- The remaining balance is spread out into small amounts and paid monthly prior to travel
- Set up auto-deductions from your account saving you time and money