Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Living Arrangements
Housing
- Double room with local families in San Juanillo (week 1) & Ostional (weeks 2-5)
- Shared bathroom
- Wifi available
- Access to family kitchen, although meals are included
Included Meals
- Welcome dinner
- Farewell dinner
- Almost all meals provided by host family; students will be responsible for 6-8 lunches on excursions
Classroom and Computer Access
- Classes will be held at the Costa Rica Ministry of Environment, Ostional National Wildlife Refuge Library (a 10 minute walk from participant housing)
- Wireless internet in classroom
- No computers available for student use.
Transportation
- Group transportation provided to/from Liberia Airport
- Transportation for all included program activities
Phones
- More information about how to obtain a SIM card will be provided at the pre-departure orientation.
- Students will be responsible to purchase their own calling time/ minutes.
Insurance, Health, and Safety
- An in-depth orientation will be given after arrival, including health and safety procedures.
- Program partner staff are available and nearby 24/7.
- All students must register for UC travel insurance. This is free coverage, but registration is required prior to departure.
