Travel for Credit: Environmental Science in Costa Rica
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Day 1: Fly to San Jose
Meet your Tour Director at your destination -
Day 2: San Jose | Sarchi | Monteverde
Travel to Monteverde via Sarchi
Free time in SarchiVisit the Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve
Plant a tree in the EF reserve in Monteverde with your groupEnjoy a night walk in Monteverde
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Day 3: Monteverde | Rancho Margot Eco Lodge
Travel to Rancho Margot Eco Lodge
Guided Tour of Rancho Margot
El Mirador Hike
Transfer to Rancho Margot Eco Lodge
Rancho Margot is a sustainable and self-sufficient eco-tourism project and lodge set at the foothills of the Children's Eternal Rainforest near the shores of Lake Arenal. Experience for yourself an inspiring example of a truly regenerative circular economy. Sustainable Living Immersion is an introduction to the concepts of sustainable living in various aspects of life including our relationships to food, energy, waste management, responsible production and overall consumption.
Guided tour of Rancho Margot
At Rancho Margot, you'll dive into discovery, exploring all
aspects of their sustainable practices, from organic agriculture
and food processing to energy production and carbon
neutrality.
El Mirador Hike
Breathtaking scenery awaits on this hike to the Mirador lookout
point. At the peak, you'll absorb panoramic views of the
extraordinary Arenal, Tenorio and Miravalles volcanos.
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Day 4: Rancho Margot Eco Lodge
Learning Module
Our flexible on-tour learning modules are included in every tour and are selected by partner school boards or districts from a collection curated by EF.
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Day 5: Rancho Margot Eco Lodge | Arenal Region
Travel to the Arenal regionEnjoy a kayaking trip on Lake Arenal
Visit La Fortuna WaterfallVisit the Arenal Hot Springs
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Day 6: Arenal | Sarapiqui
Travel to SarapiquíEnjoy a canopy tour
Pineapple Farm Tour
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Day 7: Sarapiqui
Whitewater Rafting Excursion
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Day 8: Sarapiqui | San Jose
Aerial Tram in Braulio Carrillo National Park
Have lunch in Brauillo Carrillo National Park
Add this in-depth excursion:
Folklore Evening
Opt to spend the evening learning about the rich cultural traditions of the region over a traditional Costa Rican dinner. Marimba music, entertainment by a local dance troupe, and spectacular city views from the restaurant will make this a night to remember.
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Day 9: Depart for Home
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Day 1: Fly to San Jose
Meet your Tour Director at your destination -
Day 2: San Jose | Sarchi | Monteverde
Travel to Monteverde via Sarchi
Free time in SarchiVisit the Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve
Plant a tree in the EF reserve in Monteverde with your groupEnjoy a night walk in Monteverde
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Day 3: Monteverde | Rancho Margot Eco Lodge
Travel to Rancho Margot Eco Lodge
Guided Tour of Rancho Margot
El Mirador Hike
Transfer to Rancho Margot Eco Lodge
Rancho Margot is a sustainable and self-sufficient eco-tourism project and lodge set at the foothills of the Children's Eternal Rainforest near the shores of Lake Arenal. Experience for yourself an inspiring example of a truly regenerative circular economy. Sustainable Living Immersion is an introduction to the concepts of sustainable living in various aspects of life including our relationships to food, energy, waste management, responsible production and overall consumption.
Guided tour of Rancho Margot
At Rancho Margot, you'll dive into discovery, exploring all
aspects of their sustainable practices, from organic agriculture
and food processing to energy production and carbon
neutrality.
El Mirador Hike
Breathtaking scenery awaits on this hike to the Mirador lookout
point. At the peak, you'll absorb panoramic views of the
extraordinary Arenal, Tenorio and Miravalles volcanos.
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Day 4: Rancho Margot Eco Lodge
Learning Module
Our flexible on-tour learning modules are included in every tour and are selected by partner school boards or districts from a collection curated by EF.
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Day 5: Rancho Margot Eco Lodge | Arenal Region
Travel to the Arenal regionEnjoy a kayaking trip on Lake Arenal
Visit La Fortuna WaterfallVisit the Arenal Hot Springs
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Day 6: Arenal | Sarapiqui
Travel to SarapiquíEnjoy a canopy tour
Pineapple Farm Tour
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Day 7: Sarapiqui
Whitewater Rafting Excursion
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Day 8: Sarapiqui | San Jose
Aerial Tram in Braulio Carrillo National Park
Have lunch in Brauillo Carrillo National Park
Add this in-depth excursion:
Folklore Evening
Opt to spend the evening learning about the rich cultural traditions of the region over a traditional Costa Rican dinner. Marimba music, entertainment by a local dance troupe, and spectacular city views from the restaurant will make this a night to remember.
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Day 9: Depart for Home
See what an EF tour is really like
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Everything you get
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Transportation
Round-trip transportation on major carriers; comfortable motorcoach through the tour.
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Hotels
Safe, comfortable hotels with private bathrooms will be waiting for you at your destination.
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Meals
Traditional breakfasts and dinners bring local flavours to life as part of your tour experience. Lunches are left for you to discover new favourite dishes of your own.
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Full-time Tour Director
Your dedicated Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Guided Tours and Activities
Sightseeing tours led by expert and licensed local guides; tickets to all activities.
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Customary gratuities
To make things even easier we’ve included all tips to show appreciation to your Tour Director, local guides, and bus driver at the end of your tour.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travellers to planning and managing your tour.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travellers and their families can count on EF’s dedicated emergency service team.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we’re there too.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances.
Pricing that makes travel possible
Payment options
We believe every student should have the opportunity to travel, which is why we let our travellers choose how they want to manage their payments. Enrol in our Automatic Payment Plan with just $199 to start, make fixed and low monthly payments through Uplift, receive invoices and make your payments in less frequent instalments, or pay up front in full.
Program price valid for today. Program price is based on EF’s free place ratio of 8:1 and includes all airline/travel provider surcharges, departure taxes and airport fees. Please call 1-800-387-1460 for more information.