The Monteverde Cloud Forest
For one week we will explore Costa Rica’s natural history and learn about the country’s commendable efforts to preserve the rainforests and its eco-systems. Walks and hikes through the beautiful and lush forests will reveal countless birds, butterflies, lizards, monkeys and many other animals in their natural environment. Don’t forget your flashlight – we’re going on a night hike in search of the nocturnal ones!

Arenal
The Arenal Volcano is one of the world’s most impressive volcanoes. It emerges behemoth-like from the green hills, perfectly cone-shaped and smoldering. We will enjoy a mild hike on the volcano before heading to our hotel and its incredible hot springs at the base of the volcano. Here, a stream is channeled into a thermal wonderland of seven pools of varying temperatures ranging from 27 to 39 degrees Celsius, all flowing through incredibly lush tropical gardens. Paradise.

The Pacific
The next two and a half weeks will be spent at the Villas Mapache located in Playas del Coco, a colourful little fishing village in the province of Guanacaste on the North West Coast. The village is set in a deep cove with a long beach of calm waters on the pacific. This beautiful resort features private villas, terrific food, and private swimming pools.

COURSES • Grade 11 English (ENG3U) • Grade 12 English (ENG4U) • Grade 11 Biology (SBI3U) • Grade 12 Biology (SBI4U) • Grade 11 Interdisciplinary Studies (Leadership Skills) (IDC3U) • Grade 12 Interdisciplinary Studies (Leadership Skills) (IDC4U) • Grade 12 Canadian and World Issues (CGW4U)		ITINERARY Approximately 1 week in Moneverde and Arenal; 2 ½ weeks in Playas del Coco. DATES July 2 to 26, 2010 July 27 to August 20, 2010
ACCOMMODATIONS While in Monteverde, students will stay in triple and quad rooms in a newly built hotel with private bathrooms and outdoor heated pool. At the Villas Mapache in Playas del Coco, students will share air-conditioned private villas with twin rooms, kitchens, private bathrooms and designated private swimming pools for our group. Students will have access to coin/card-operated laundry and telephone facilities. Breakfast, lunch and dinner will be provided in Monteverde. Breakfast and dinner will be provided at the Villas Mapache. Vegetarian meals will be available upon request.
PROGRAM FEE $3,995 CAD. Taxes and registration are additional. Program fees are GST and PST exempt.
YOUR PROGRAM INCLUDES • Airfare and accommodation • Breakfast and dinner daily • Travel Journal • Maplewood, our online academic reporting system • Use of computer labs and Internet as available • Access to E-Library • Pre-loaded USB flash drive • Program handbook • Spanish lessons • Hiking • Beach excursions • Tours of Playas del Coco and Sardinal • Music, cooking or salsa dancing lessons • San Luis Waterfall • Santa Elena Reserve • Afternoon and evening activities with Activities Coordinators • Access to coordinated Duke of Edinburgh Activities • Final banquet and awards night

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