SENIOR CITIZENS (See Sample Senior Citizens Program)

Explore Costa Rica strongly believes that retirement does not represent the end of significant activities for people; rather it is a new stage in which a person may experience new opportunities and challenges.

These programs are not common excursions designed for independent travelers. They are much more! There are international group programs offering the participant an enriching academic experience, transmitting to him/her, both within the classroom and during the excursions, all of the natural richness, culture, customs, and traditions of the country and the people. There are unique travel and study programs, which provide the senior adult with a new and more positive vision of him or herself, with an adventurous and socially interactive spirit.

These programs are tailored to appeal to more mature adults. The participants learn, analyze and experiment together; enjoying the people and the places they visit while being in our marvelous country.

Explore Costa Rica conducts these excellent programs on behalf of a prestigious international network, and in collaboration with diverse sponsoring organizations from various countries worldwide. All of them have been chosen after very detailed study of their experience and reputation.

STUDENTS PROGRAMS (See Sample students programs)

Explore Costa Rica successfully operates educational programs for students and professors  from numerous universities, scientific organizations, and other international entities interested in the rely on bio-diversity of our country.

In every organized excursion we have the advice of a professional guide, expert in one of the scientific specialties related to the outing, such as ecology, biology, entomology, ornithology and botany, among others.

These international group programs (travel/study) offer the investigating student a unique experience, combining the theoretical platform that is provided in the classroom with the activities and experimentation in excursions, while in contact with all the natural richness of the country.

Explore Costa Rica is a specialist in designing and operating tours for observation of Costa Rican Flora & Fauna, and also specializes in tours for practical investigation of our natural history and resources.

We deliver our experience and expertise in “Travel Study” programs which provide students and professors with the opportunity to experiment in the field (Excursions), that have been learned in the classroom (Lessons).

SPECIAL INTERESTS

Honeymooners See Honeymooners Fiesta Premier
Why is this so important? Because you are living a very unique moment in your life, and of course you want to make your wedding the best in the world. When you begin to plan your Marriage you pay attention to special details, such as the church, the ceremony, the protocol, the best man, the wedding party, the band, the cake, etc…. and finally, and no less important, your honeymoon.

Eco Tourism See Via Verde
Considered one of the most bio-diverse regions in the world, Costa Rica is divided in 20 natural parks, 8 biological reserves, and a series of protected areas that captivate eco tourism lovers.

Bird Watching See Birding Costa Rica
With almost 850 species of birds -more than North America has- packed into an area half the size of Kentucky, it’s hard not to become enthused about the variety of feathered creatures one encounters in Costa Rica. And Explore Costa Rica can provide experienced nature guides who make any bird watching expedition an educational experience. For reference see our Birding Costa Rica package.

Sport Fishing See Sport Fishing
Costa Rica is an angler's dream come true. The country's Pacific ports and beach resorts provide access to some of the best deep sea fishing in the world, while the canals and rivers of the northern Caribbean coast feature world-class snook and tarpon fishing. Billfish are the country’s major attraction, with abundant sailfish and marlin off the Pacific coast, but the fishermen also hook plenty of other feisty fighters, such as wahoo and roosterfish. Though deep sea fishing is the country's forte, great fishing is also found in Arenal Lake and the larger rivers of the Northern Zone, where anglers can fight with small but ornery guapotes, hump-backed fishes known in English as rainbow basses.

Diving See Diving Costa Rica
Though the country's waters contain enough marine life to please the most experienced of divers, you need be little more than a curious swimmer to catch a glimpse of some of its underwater sights, since there are plenty of spots that are perfect for snorkeling. Costa Rica is also an excellent place to learn how to scuba dive, since most dive centers offer inexpensive certification courses in English that can be completed in less than a week