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Tour Number: 2207018RM
Group Leader: Randall Domeier
Requested Departure Date: 6/17/2020
Requested Return Date: 6/25/2020
Requested Departure Gateway: Grand Rapids (MI)

ABOUT EF

For over 55 years, we’ve dedicated ourselves to one global mission: Opening the World Through Education. Our programs help students expand their knowledge of the world around them, discover more about themselves, grow more confident and independent, and understand new people, places, and cultures.

9 days

The experience of a lifetime is waiting for you. Every detail from the cities you’ll stay in to the cultural discoveries you’ll make have been customized by your teacher for your group. Take a look at your personal itinerary for a sneak peek of what's in store.

  • Day 1: Fly to Costa Rica

    Meet your Tour Director at the airport

    Travel to Guanacaste

  • Day 2: Guanacaste

    Visit Rincón de la Vieja National Park

    Enjoy a snorkeling activity

  • Day 3: Guanacaste • Arenal region

    Travel to the Arenal region

    Explore on your own or
    Add this in-depth excursion
    Canopy tour

    Canopy tour

    Ziplines unveil one of the planet’s most fascinating ecological systems from a unique perspective—from the tops of the trees! With local expert guides at your side to instruct you on safety protocol, you can decide which view you prefer—from below the trees or from above. (Note: This activity reaches heights of 90 feet and is not recommended for anyone with a fear of heights. Travelers must weigh less than 200 lbs to participate.)  

  • Day 4: Arenal region

    Enjoy a kayaking trip on Lake Arenal

    Visit La Fortuna Waterfall 

    Visit the Arenal hot springs

  • Day 5: Arenal region • Sarapiquí • San José

    Travel to Sarapiquí

    Enjoy a whitewater rafting excursion

  • Day 6: San José • Panama City

    Fly to Panama City

    Enjoy a walking tour of Cinta Costera

  • Day 7: Panama City

    Visit the Biomuseo

    Visit the Miraflores Visitor Center at the Panama Canal

  • Day 8: Panama City • Gatun Lake

    Take a boat ride on Gatun Lake

    See Monkey Island

    Take a guided tour of Casco Viejo

    Explore on your own or
    Add this in-depth excursion
    Folklore evening

    Folklore evening

    Opt to spend the evening learning about the rich cultural traditions of the region over a traditional Panamanian dinner. After dinner, an interactive dance show will make this a night to remember.

  • Day 9: Depart for home

  • Day 1: Fly to Costa Rica

    Meet your Tour Director at the airport

    Travel to Guanacaste

  • Day 2: Guanacaste

    Visit Rincón de la Vieja National Park

    Enjoy a snorkeling activity

  • Day 3: Guanacaste • Arenal region

    Travel to the Arenal region

    Explore on your own or
    Add this in-depth excursion
    Canopy tour

    Canopy tour

    Ziplines unveil one of the planet’s most fascinating ecological systems from a unique perspective—from the tops of the trees! With local expert guides at your side to instruct you on safety protocol, you can decide which view you prefer—from below the trees or from above. (Note: This activity reaches heights of 90 feet and is not recommended for anyone with a fear of heights. Travelers must weigh less than 200 lbs to participate.)  

  • Day 4: Arenal region

    Enjoy a kayaking trip on Lake Arenal

    Visit La Fortuna Waterfall 

    Visit the Arenal hot springs

  • Day 5: Arenal region • Sarapiquí • San José

    Travel to Sarapiquí

    Enjoy a whitewater rafting excursion

  • Day 6: San José • Panama City

    Fly to Panama City

    Enjoy a walking tour of Cinta Costera

  • Day 7: Panama City

    Visit the Biomuseo

    Visit the Miraflores Visitor Center at the Panama Canal

  • Day 8: Panama City • Gatun Lake

    Take a boat ride on Gatun Lake

    See Monkey Island

    Take a guided tour of Casco Viejo

    Explore on your own or
    Add this in-depth excursion
    Folklore evening

    Folklore evening

    Opt to spend the evening learning about the rich cultural traditions of the region over a traditional Panamanian dinner. After dinner, an interactive dance show will make this a night to remember.

  • Day 9: Depart for home


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