Overview
Our program brings you the best of both worlds: the consistency you rely on and the flexibility your group needs.
Immerse your Spanish learners in authentic Costa Rican culture and language on this week-long exploration of Guanacaste. Your students will participate in daily conversational Spanish classes and put their knowledge to the test during exciting activities, including a Costa Rican cooking lesson, a guided nature walk, and a yoga class.
Itinerary
Day 1
Travel to Rincón de la Vieja
Meet your Tour Director
Your 24-hour Tour Director will meet you at the airport and remain with your group until your final airport departure.
Day 2
Rincón de La Vieja Volcano Park visit
The vaporous clouds of this area were once said to hide a witch, a local princess whose angered father had thrown her husband into the volcano. The devastated princess retreated into the volcano’s shadow, where she spent the rest of her life concocting spells for the town’s residents. The volcano’s name, “The Nook of the Old Woman,” comes from this legend. View this haunting landscape of bubbling craters as you approach this 6,285-foot-high, very active volcano.
Optional
Canopy zipline tour (optional)
Soar through the treetops for the unmatched close-up of the New World’s best wildlife refuge. Harness yourself to cables that run between platforms high in the trees, then step into thin air and zip from tree to tree. Experience a true bird-eye view from your new aerial perspective. For safety reasons, weight restrictions apply to this activity.
Day 3
Travel to Guanacaste
Mosey on through Costa Rica’s “Old West.” Cows, horses, and sabaneros (Costa Rican cowboys) ride across the sun-struck landscape of this arid region. Seek out the local Guancaste tree, whose oddly shaped seedpods have given it the name “Monkey Ear Tree.”
Conversational Spanish language class
Prepare for an afternoon of immersive activities with a three-hour conversation class.
Day 4
Conversational Spanish language class
Prepare for an afternoon of immersive activities with a three-hour conversation class.
Snorkeling excursion
Led by certified guides, snorkel along the calm and safe shoreline of Samara and Carrillo beaches. The Northern Pacific is famous for spotting different species of sea mammals including Spotted dolphins, Central American Spinner dolphins or common Bottlenose dolphins. Please note dolphin or other wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.
Day 5
Conversational Spanish language class
Prepare for an afternoon of immersive activities with a three-hour conversation class.
Costa Rican cooking class and lunch
Cook Costa Rican style! Create authentic local foods and sit down to savor your delicious creations.
Day 6
Conversational Spanish language class
Prepare for an afternoon of immersive activities with a three-hour conversation class.
Guided nature walk
Experience one of the most interesting and complex ecosystems in Costa Rica. This guided nature walk will take you through the Werner Sauter Biological Reserve, one of the only private reserves in Guanacaste, where the natural scarcity of water has caused wildlife to evolve and thrive in an environment with fewer nutrients than other tropical forests.
Day 7
Conversational Spanish language class
Prepare for an afternoon of immersive activities with a three-hour conversation class.
Yoga class
Settle into a peaceful and relaxing slow-flow yoga class, designed to help you unwind and reconnect with yourself. Move through gentle stretches and mindful breathing exercises, creating a sense of grounding and calm. Suitable for all levels, this practice focuses on fluid movements and deep relaxation, allowing you to release tension and restore balance. Wear comfortable clothes you can move in, and embrace the tranquility of the moment, wherever your journey takes you.
Free time at Samara beach
Day 8
Return home
Optional Extension
Add 1 Day of Whitewater Rafting in Guanacaste
Enjoy an extra day in Guanacaste with a thrilling whitewater rafting adventure. Navigate the rapids with expert guides amid Costa Rica’s lush scenery before returning to Liberia for your overnight stay and flight home.
TourFlex: Your Experience, Your Way
Explore Your Way
- Add experiences like theater tickets or unique excursions
- Swap activities for ones that better serve your group
- Extend the learning through go-aheads or stay-behinds
Go Your Way
- Choose the most accessible departure airport for your group
- Opt for 2-, 3-, or 4-star hotels that are centrally located or a convenient ride to major itinerary attractions
Dine Your Way
- Opt for pre-selected meals or encourage exploration by dining on your own
- Enjoy 2-3 course, culturally representative meals or opt for 3-course, authentic dinners at local restaurants
Already Included
WorldStrides Tour Director: A dynamic destination expert who makes learning come to life by leading your group's activities and discussions
Transportation to & from your destination
Hotel accommodations
Meals (unless otherwise noted on your itinerary)
Admissions to top attractions (details in itinerary)
Guided sightseeing tours & city walks (details in itinerary)
Tips for local guides and drivers
WorldAssist staff members available 24/7/365 should your group need extra help
Language-intensive classes (details in itinerary)
Free high school credit for students who choose to complete WorldStrides free online coursework post-program
Scenes from Guanacaste
Health & Safety
Additional health and safety measures may be available within your respective destination. Refer to your program-specific materials for complete details.
Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance
WorldStrides provides over $2.5 million in financial assistance each year to thousands of families. Families with annual adjusted gross incomes of less than $85,000 may qualify. One simple call to Customer Service and you’ll know how much may be available for your trip even before signing up. Please note: financial assistance is given on a first-come, first-served basis.
Payment Plans
Advantage Payment Plan
At program sign-up you can opt to pay in full, or break up the cost of your trip with the Advantage Payment Plan. This plan allows you to pay a small initial deposit, then have your remaining payments spread out into affordable monthly amounts.
EZPay
We offer an EZPay option, which is a simple way to pay for your WorldStrides program by scheduling hassle-free, automatic drafts from your checking account. With EZPay, you'll never be late or miss an installment.
Fundraising Tools
Our easy-to-use tools put students in the driver's seat of their own fundraising efforts. Students can send e-cards, share links on social media, and even send out printed letters through WorldStrides' Gift of Education program. In one click friends and family members can make a direct donation to the trip - with 100% of the money raised going to offset their trip price. Thousands of students pay for their entire trip each year through the Gift of Education.
Also, WorldStrides makes program-specific scholarships available as well as other scholarship resources. Ask your Account Manager for more information about scholarships and fundraising tools.