Expedition Costa Rica
Study Abroad in the World’s Perfect Eco Playground - Costa Rica!
Pura Vida! Participate in a truly amazing high school Spanish language program. 3 weeks of Spanish language classes* in various locations in Costa Rica, with great outdoor activities and weekend excursions!
- Program location: Heredia, Monteverde & Flamingo Beach, Costa Rica
- 2010 dates: June 24– July 18
- Ages: 15 – 18 years
- Language prerequisite: Two years of High School Spanish**
*5 students per class maximum
**Exceptions considered with teacher recommendation
Heredia, Monteverde & Flamingo Beach – Your Three Study Locations
The typical Costa Rican pueblo of San Joaquin de Flores in the province of Heredia; the quaint mountain village of Santa Elena, often referred to as Monteverde because of the nearby reserve by the same name; and the beachside town of Flamingo.
San Joaquin de Flores, Heredia - A university town on the outskirts of Costa Rica’s central valley and about twenty minutes from San José, the capital of Costa Rica. It is accessible to the culture of a major city while at the same time offers the safety of a small town. An ideal Spanish immersion location. Map of Heredia.
Monteverde - Aptly translated “Green Mountain,” an ecologically-rich mountain village and wildlife reserve, famous for its biodiversity & beauty. It is home to the amazing Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, a world-renowned refuge for hundreds of species of mammals, birds & plant life. Your second study abroad destination. Map of Monteverde.
Flamingo Beach - Considered one of the most picturesque beaches in Costa Rica & the backdrop for the third week of this summer study trip for teens. Despite its name, the apparent result of some ill-informed North American settlers who mistook the bright pink roseate spoonbill for a flamingo, there isn’t a flamingo in sight! Map of Flamingo Beach.
Our program of Spanish language classes takes place in the three diverse locations listed above and is administered by The Centro Panamericano de Idiomas (CPI). Our directors personally selected highly-regarded CPI as our school for this Spanish immersion adventure.
It was great to be in a small class and I learned a lot of grammar. The ziplining and waterfalls are amazing... This experience with ECI has opened my eyes!
Elena W. ( 2008 Expedition Costa Rica Student)
This special trip is limited to thirty students with at least three full-time leaders, one of whom is a bilingual naturalist guide. This is an ideal ratio in terms of student bonding, personal attention & safety – always our number one priority.
Highlights of your Summer Abroad Adventure in Costa Rica:
Program Fees
Without airfare:$4715
Chaperoned group airfare available. For complete pricing details,
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See photos and details of all our incredible 2010 Costa Rica programs!
Summer:
- Natural Wonders: 7th, 8th, 9th graders, Casitas (dorm-style bungalows) (2+ weeks)
- Expedition Costa Rica: 9th – 12th graders, Homestay (3+ weeks)