Costa Rica & Nicaragua expedition overview

Costa Rica is a suitable destination for a team who want a varied itinerary - it is particularly well suited to those with a particular interest in biology, geography or conservation. The population of Costa Rica is largely Afro-Caribbean, and there is a very small indigenous population in the Talamanca jungle. Costa Ricans are extremely friendly people and will welcome any team enthusiastically to their beautiful country.

Stunning Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea coastlines, dense jungles and exciting volcanic and mountainous landscapes to trek; all this and more is waiting for you in Nicaragua. Explore fascinating colonial Spanish cities, experience volcano trekking on Ometepe Island, undertake rewarding community project work and finishing up with some well earned time to relax on the beautiful coast.

Expedition highlights

• Go zip wiring in the cloudforest of Monteverde.
• Chill out in the Hot Springs of La Fortuna.
• Marvel at the Maribios volcanic chain and possibly attempt the 5 volcanoes in 5 days challenge!
• Bond as a team white water rafting.
• Watch an unbeatable sunset on the Pacific coast.
• Explore Ometepe Island, formed by 2 volcanoes.

Things to know

• Away from main tourist areas few people speak English so you should learn as much Spanish as you can before you go. The locals really appreciate it and you'll get so much more out of your expedition.
• The national dish of Nicaragua is Nacatamal, Bao and Indio Vielo, which are like rice and beans but a bit spicy!
• Costa Rica has 615 species of birds and mammals per square kilometre - more than any other country in the world.
• Leon is the young capital of Nicaragua. It is a university town with street festivals almost every week!