Young Adult Trips - 18- 27 years old

8 days / May 22 - 29 , 2022

Come join Breakwater Expeditions in Costa Rica this March. This is not your typical spring break trip! Breakwater takes young adults on experiences that will provide opportunities for fun, connection, self-reflection, and re-connection to self and peers. The landscape will capture the interest of adrenaline junkies, nature lovers, animal lovers, water people, and land people!

Our Goals

• Facilitate a rewarding trip experience so you can have the best trip possible!

• Be a logistical guru to help the itinerary go as smoothly as possible!

• Provide a judgment-free zone with care, compassion, and empathy for everyone.

• Create opportunities along the way for self-discovery.

Itinerary

Travel Day(Optional): March 25: Arrive in San Jose, Costa Rica

Flying into Costa Rica can be a long commute and flight patterns may not accommodate our Day 1 start time. We are happy to provide guide services to transition you on this day at an additional cost. Upon registering we can determine the need for this trip add-on.

March 26th, Saturday, Day 1 --- Meet the group and the guides!

Today we all come together to start our trip. We ask that you arrive at the San Jose, Costa Rica Airport (SJO) prior to 2 p.m. We will await everyone’s arrival and then leave for Turrialba Valley. Our hosts will be awaiting our arrival and will help us into our rooms. Dinner will be a Costa Rican-style family meal to celebrate our arrival. (Meals: Dinner)

March 27th, Sunday, Day 2 --- Canyoning Experience

After a delicious breakfast, we are going to get ready for our first adventure of the week: Canyoning! We will experience a canyoneering adventure where you will make your way down a canyon with five different
waterfalls ranging in height from 20 to 100ft high. We will start and finish with rappelling down some of these waterfalls. After a delicious lunch, we will go to the Sitio de Mata Village where we are going to have a delicious cultural dinner and dances. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner)

March 28th, Monday, Day 3 --- Raft Pacuare River to Lodge

Today we pack our bags and move locations to the Pacuare Lodge. This lodge is home to the best views on the river and is one of National Geographic's top 5 most scenic places on the planet. The journey to the lodge is half the adventure, as we first take a rafting trip down the Pacuare River, and then traverse two hanging bridges during a ten-minute walk to the lodge. Once there, you'll be able to relax with the legendary view and the sound of the jungle after a full day of adventure. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner)

March 29th, Tuesday, Day 4 --- Zipline, Tarzan Swing & Waterfall Nature Hike

Today is another full day of adventure! Don’t worry though, you'll still have plenty of time to relax at the lodge after experiencing the infamous Tarzan Swing and Zipline course! The swing will have you swinging hundreds of feet over the river while attached in a harness. There is also a lower platform for those interested in an adventurous swing. After our swing, we will do the zipline course and see the river from a different viewpoint. After lunch, we will take a walk to a beautiful waterfall where we are going to have the chance to slide in and have some fun! During the night we are going to relax around a bonfire. (Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner)

March 30th, Wednesday, Day 5 --- Rafting Pacuare Canyon and Travel to Caribbean Coast

Today start by rafting through the tropical rainforest and one of the most scenic areas of Costa Rica. We will pass by canyon walls that rise 300ft and pristine 200ft waterfalls that fall into the river. This is what we consider the most scenic area of Costa Rica and thousands of past guests share the same opinion. Then we are going to start our drive to the south Caribbean coast, where the jungle meets the sea! This unique area of Costa Rica is still very much rich in culture and has no high rises like you might find on the pacific. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

March 31st, Thursday, Day 6 --- SUP time

During the morning, visit the famous Punta Uva Beach voted globally as one of the most beautiful beaches on the planet. Here we will have the Standup Paddle Boards ready and will begin with a flat river float, full of opportunities to see some wildlife. We will make our way past the famous Punta Uva, or "Grape Point," (named for the Sea Grape plant in the region) and on to the nearby coral reef, allowing you a chance to snorkel (depending on the conditions!) In the afternoon you will have time to relax, visit the local town of Puerto Viejo, which is a more vibrant area of the Caribbean. Here there is an Afro- Caribbean influence and you will have the chance to visit shops, get souvenirs, or just enjoy the three beaches that make this unique town one of the best beach towns in Costa Rica. In the evening you can listen to live music in town or head back to the
hotel. (Meals: Breakfast & Lunch )

April 1st, Friday, Day 7 --- Visit Beach in Morning & Travel to San Jose (Airport Hotel)

During the morning you will have your last chance to visit the beach and have a morning in the water or just relax at the hotel. In the afternoon we will make our way back to San Jose allowing you to be close to the airport for your evening arrival. We will have our farewell dinner at the hotel and reminisce on the good times and friends we made over the last week as we pack our minds and bags full of memories and Pura Vida! (Meals: Breakfast & Dinner)

April 2nd, Saturday, Day 8 --- Fly Home!

Today you will be transferred to the San Jose (SJO) airport in order to arrive no less than two hours prior to your flight.

Ready to reserve your spot?

Download the sign-up packet, sign and return the financial agreement with the deposit before Feb. 28th

NOTE: DO NOT BOOK ANY AIR TRAVEL UNTIL YOU HAVE SPOKEN TO BREAKWATER AND YOUR TRIP IS CONFIRMED!

Ideal individuals for this trip:

• Need a break from daily life? Daily routine have you down?

• Solo travel is too challenging to take on for yourself? Having a guide sounds great!

• Lack of passion and motivation causing you to daydream about far-off places?

• Do you need some solid connection with people your age? None of your friends want to travel right now?

• Have you been waiting your whole life to go play in COSTA RICA??

  Then this trip is for you!

Benefits TRAVEL:

• Learn about yourself and others without trying.

• Try things you wouldn’t usually try.

• Increase your comfort with independence and responsibility during travel.

• Broaden your worldview through first-hand experience of a different culture.

• Sharpen your mind.

• Inspire creativity and gain confidence.

• Meet fun and exciting people.

• Travel will boost your health!

  • Reduce stress

  • Increase feelings of happiness and satisfaction

  • Improve mood

  • Inspire productivity

  • Promote physical activity

FAQs

How much will this cost me?

• $2900 per person

• This does not include airfare, 6-8 meals, and spending cash.

How big is the group size?

• Our group needs to be a minimum of 4 and we will max out at 10.

What do I pack?

• You will only need to bring personal clothing items. We will provide you with a recommended packing list to help guide your packing process.

How hot will it be?

• March and April are the hottest times of the year in Costa Rica. We will see temperatures ranging from 85-95.

What types of accommodations will we have?

• We will be sharing rooms in hotels, bed and breakfasts, and lodge-style housing. Accommodations are based on double occupancy. Single occupancy will be an additional $250.

What ground transportation will we be taking?

• We will be taking private transportation to and from all our activities.

Is this trip hard?

• Not at all. This trip is an adventure trip so there will be adrenaline-pumping moments that might challenge people. There will be plenty of support and cheering to push you through any difficulties. All of our activities are 'Challenge by Choice' but we encourage everyone to step out of their comfort and try something different.

What will the food be like? 

• We will be eating like the locals! Costa Rica dishes are some of the best in the world. Well-known dishes are gallo pinto (Beans and Rice) or Casados which is a typical lunch of rice, beans, plantains, veggies or salad, chicken, fish, beef, or pork. Smoothies, local juices, and the best coffee! Dietary restrictions can be accommodated and for those of you that desire more familiar food, we can find that too at the stores and cook at home!

How much money will I need when I am there?

• There are a few meals during the trip that you are on your own for. In addition, guide tips and shopping money is additional. You do not need to bring a lot and if you would like help figuring out this amount we can talk with you individually. Credit cards are accepted in some places. Cash will need to be converted to Colones for gratuities and some food stops along the way. We will help you figure that out prior to the trip!

How many guides will we have?

• There will be one Breakwater Guide and one Local Costa Rican guide throughout the trip with you. Breakwater will facilitate the entire trip flow and give support as needed to individuals. Your local guide has all you want to know about the area you are visiting.

What about Covid or something else that might interrupt travel?

• We recommend travel insurance and that all travelers have medical coverage. Breakwater will not be able to refund trip payments within 30 days of travel. Trip insurance would need to be referred to for this circumstance. We are happy to talk to you further regarding this concern. We get it!