Environment and Resource Management in Costa Rica

COURSE OVERVIEW

Our adventure in Costa Rica brings us through a range of ecosystems and biodiversity zones, where over 25% of the land is protected to ensure nearly half a million species thrive. We will keep on the lookout for sloths, different types of monkeys, lizards, hummingbirds, coatimundis and many more as we make our way inland from San Jose towards the Caribbean coast. Along the way we will learn how Costa Rica’s commitment to conservation and resource management actively supports sustainability.

ACTIVITIES

Here are some of the exciting experiences included in the program.

Poas Volcano

Witness one of the world’s largest active craters!

La Fortuna Waterfall

Hike to the base of this 70-meter waterfall.

Visit a Sustainable Farm

Learn about organic farming and sustainable agriculture.

Pineapple Plantation Tour

Discuss agronomy and global trade as it relates to one of Costa Rica’s most exported fruits.

Beach Time

Relax on a beautiful beach.

MANDATORY DATES

Online Orientation and First Class
February 6
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Parents, students and teachers meet in the morning to review travel expectations and the itinerary. Teachers and students meet in the afternoon for their first class and to work on introductory assignments.

Independent Learning Online
February 7 - 19
Students will work independently to complete and submit assignments. Teachers will be available to answer questions through the online platform.

Pre-Trip Online Classes
February 20, 27, and March 6
(9:00 am - 3:30 pm) (synchronous)
Teachers and students will interact in mandatory online classes as students participate in direct teaching, group activities, discussions and presentations.

Travel
March 13 - 20
Experience the course firsthand and make real-world applications.

Post-Trip Online Classes
April 3
9:00 am - 12:00 pm (synchronous)
and April 10
(asynchronous)
Teachers are available to answer any questions during designated hours while students complete their summative assignment

Prices and Dates

March 13 – 20

**Flights will depart and return to Toronto Pearson International Airport

$4,690.00

The Environmental and Resource Management, Grade 12, University/College (CGR4M)

Any university, university/college, or college preparation course in Canadian and world studies, English, or social sciences and humanities

March 13 – 20

**Flights will depart and return to Toronto Pearson International Airport

$4,690.00

Environmental Science, Grade 11, University/College (SVN3M)

Grade 10 Science, Applied or Academic

March 13 – 20

**Flights will depart and return to Toronto Pearson International Airport

$4,690.00

Communication Technology Grade 12 University/College (TGJ4M)

Grade 11 Communications Technology (TGP3M, TGV3M or TGJ3M) We will also accept AQW3M

Program Fees

Program Fee

All-Inclusive Price $4,690.00
Deposit Schedule: 1st payment due upon registration, 2nd payment due November 1, 2026, final payment due February 5, 2027.

Insurance

(as required by our education partner)

Premium Travel Protection Package $250.00

Registration Deadline

The program may fill before the deadline of January 8, 2027.

What’s Included

Each program covers all essential costs and all excursions, whether educational or leisure. We believe that each group should share the same experience.