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Our Activities

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Surfing

Costa Rica is known for great surfing. Our surf instructors will challenge you, whether you have years of experience or you’ve never been on a surfboard before.

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White Water Rafting

Costa Rica has some of the best rafting in the world. You will be trained to guide a raft down Class II and III rapids.

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Rainforest Backpacking

Hike through pristine rainforest, seeing monkeys, sloths, and other exotic wildlife for one to two weeks at a time. Each step counts as you push your limits.

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Wilderness First Aid Course

Learn how to treat emergencies in the field. Empower yourself to manage risk in your own adventure activities.

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Cultural Homestays

Our hiking itineraries often include stays with rural family. Spend time with these families: speak Spanish, learn about Tico traditions, and participate in agrarian lifestyle.

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Rappelling

Descending by a rope through Costa Rica’s beautiful waterfalls can be a life changing experience. Many of our itineraries include rappel elements.

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Sea Kayaking

Spend a week paddling the “Gulfo Dulce” with the possibility of seeing sea turtles and dolphins. This itinerary is a favorite.

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Community Service

Support isolated Costa Rican towns in developing their infrastructure. Activities have included, improving community centers, volunteering in orphanages, and building bridges to connect communities.

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Rescue Rope Operator

Tie up to 10 different knots, learn belay and rescue systems, and perfect ascending and descending techniques.

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Whitewater Rescue Course

Manage safety in rivers and oceans. Learn how to perform a water rescue.

Researched and Proven

“Research shows that skills and coping methods learned in the field translate back to home life. Each novel experience has the potential to become a profound, therapeutic moment and to promote lasting change.”