Expedition: Humanitarian’s journey to Costa Rica is an immersive exploration of connection, conservation, and culture, designed to bridge meaningful service with unforgettable travel. From the lush volcanic landscapes of Arenal to the vibrant Afro-Caribbean coastline of Puerto Viejo, this experience invites travelers to engage deeply with the natural world and the communities that steward it. Participants will contribute to wildlife rescue efforts, support marine conservation, and learn directly from Indigenous communities whose traditions are rooted in harmony with the land. Along the way, moments of adventure, reflection, and cultural exchange create space for both impact and personal growth. This trip is not just about where you go, but how you show up, what you give, and what you carry forward long after the journey ends.

• Morning/Early Afternoon: Arrive at SJO Airport. Private shuttle transfer to La Fortuna (approx. 3 hours).

• Dinner (included): We will stop on the way to La Fortuna for our first group dinner. A women’s co-op from a local Catholic Church will prepare “Picadillo de Turno” for us, an authentic Costa Rican experience and the perfect gastronomical introduction to Pura Vida!  

• Evening: Check into our jungle lodge with volcano views.

• Morning: Visit Proyecto Asis Wildlife Rescue Center to participate in a "Volunteer Day" helping prepare diets for rescued sloths, monkeys, and macaws, and repairing enclosures.

• Lunch: Picnic-style empanada lunch at Proyecto Asis. 

• Afternoon: 2.5-hour guided hike through the Arenal 1968 Forest Trail to walk on actual lava flows from the massive 1968 eruption.

• Evening: Group dinner at a Sodita (local family-run eatery) to support the local economy (self-pay) 

Night: We’ll head out on a special excursion to the Tabacón Natural Hot Springs River (El Choyin), a hidden local gem where warm, mineral-rich waters flow naturally through the lush jungle. Surrounded by nature, we’ll create a serene, magical atmosphere with soft candlelight and glowing lanterns, making it the perfect moment to relax, connect, and fully unwind.

• Morning: Visit a local orphanage to deliver books and school supplies for the children. Then we head to a family-owned granja for a Farm-to-Table Experience, including lunch and a traditional plant medicine workshop. 

• Afternoon: Free time at the resort or option to add tubing in Rio Celeste or zip lining options

Evening: Dinner on your own and free time to explore La Fortuna

• Morning: Private transfer from Arenal to Puerto Viejo (approx. 4–5 hours).

• Afternoon: Settle into a beachfront eco-village

• Evening: Explore Puerto Viejo town. The vibe here is distinctively Afro-Caribbean: reggae music, coconut-infused cuisine (Rice and Beans), and a laid-back "Pura Vida" pace. Dinner is self-pay on your own. 

• Morning: Private boat to Cahuita National Park. This area has the best-preserved coral reef in Costa Rica. We'll have a private boat for snorkeling among sea turtles, rays, and over 120 species of tropical fish.

• Afternoon Service: Local beach cleanup to support sea turtle nesting protection in partnership with Eco-village. 

• Evening: Group dinner at our eco-lodge prepared by a local chef (included)

• Full Day: Journey into the Talamanca Mountains to visit the Bribri Indigenous Reserve.

  • Learn the sacred process of organic chocolate making (Cacao is a holy plant to the Bribri).

  • Participate in a traditional organic lunch served on bijagua leaves.

  • Visit a hidden jungle waterfall for a final group swim.

• Late Afternoon/Evening- dinner on your own/free time in town

• Morning: Free time at the beach and optional spa services. Lunch on your own. 

• Afternoon: Private shuttle back to San José (approx. 4.5 hours) for your final night. 

• Evening: Final group dinner at a local restaurant (included)

Breakfast and Departures from San Jose Airport