• PLAYA CONCHAL
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    PLAYA CONCHAL

    Playa Conchal is widely considered to be Costa Rica’s most beautiful beach. Situated on the Northwest Pacific coast in a stunning protected bay, this spectacular kilometre-long beach fronts warm turquoise waters and offers magnificent views of the coastline. Its name, which literally means “Shell Beach,” refers to the millions of softened tiny crushed sea shells that construct the beach. This is a cherished national treasure which has been declared a Natural Reserve by the Costa Rican government, making the shells illegal to remove. We will leave Playas del Coco in the morning for a brief journey through charming hamlets and coastal towns before arriving at Playa Conchal. Bring your towel and your sunscreen and get ready for some fun on the beach. Our day will begin with Banana Boating! Climb onto the three-person yellow raft and get pulled at breath-taking speeds over the crystal-clear waters! Hang on!
    What to bring: Towel, bathing suit, water, change of clothes, hat, and sunscreen.
    Duration: Full Day
    *Date subject to change. Spaces are limited. Based on availability.
    DETAILSPlaya Conchal is widely considered to be Costa Rica’s most beautiful beach. Situated on the Northwest Pacific coast in a stunning protected bay, this spectacular kilometre-long beach fronts warm turquoise waters and offers magnificent views of the coastline. Its name, which literally means “Shell Beach,” refers to the millions of softened tiny crushed sea shells that construct the beach. This is a cherished national treasure which has been declared a Natural Reserve by the Costa Rican government, making the shells illegal to remove. We will leave Playas del Coco in the morning for a brief journey through charming hamlets and coastal towns before arriving at Playa Conchal. Bring your towel and your sunscreen and get ready for some fun on the beach. Our day will begin with Banana Boating! Climb onto the three-person yellow raft and get pulled at breath-taking speeds over the crystal-clear waters! Hang on!
    $230.00 Add to cart
  • SNORKELING BY BOAT - SOLD OUT!
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    SNORKELING BY BOAT – SOLD OUT!

    This half day excursion will introduce students to a wide range of the underwater and reef life, much of which can be seen from the water’s surface. Water clarity often exceeds 75 feet at this time of year. Well preserved corals and vast quantities of fish of every shape, size and colour make this trip both memorable and instructive. We will depart Playas del Coco by boat, motoring through the pristine waters. Once far from the main beach, our guide will lead us into the water, reviewing basic snorkelling techniques and ushering our attention to the diverse life forms of the water. Equipment included.
    What to bring: Towel, bathing suit, water, change of clothes, hat, and sunscreen.
    Duration: Half day
    *Date subject to change. Spaces are limited. Based on availability.
    DETAILSThis half day excursion will introduce students to a wide range of the underwater and reef life, much of which can be seen from the water’s surface. Water clarity often exceeds 75 feet at this time of year. Well preserved corals and vast quantities of fish of every shape, size and colour make this trip both memorable and instructive. We will depart Playas del Coco by boat, motoring through the pristine waters. Once far from the main beach, our guide will lead us into the water, reviewing basic snorkelling techniques and ushering our attention to the diverse life forms of the water. Equipment included.
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  • DISCOVERY SCUBA DIVING (NO CERTIFICATION REQUIRED)
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    DISCOVERY SCUBA DIVING (NO CERTIFICATION REQUIRED)

    This half-day adventure is for the non-certified diver who wants to experience underwater life first hand. A highly trained scuba instructor will teach students the basic principles of scuba diving in a swimming pool and then take them on a shallow open water dive up to 40 feet/12 meters in the ocean. Equipment included. Signed waiver required. Click here to download the waiver and email completed waiver to documents@globalsummersacademy.com
    What to bring: Towel, bathing suit, water, change of clothes, hat, and sunscreen.
    Duration:5 hours
    *Date subject to change. Spaces are limited. Based on availability.
    DETAILSThis half-day adventure is for the non-certified diver who wants to experience underwater life first hand. A highly trained scuba instructor will teach students the basic principles of scuba diving in a swimming pool and then take them on a shallow open water dive up to 40 feet/12 meters in the ocean. Equipment included. Signed waiver required.
    $300.00 Read more
  • TRADITIONAL COSTA RICAN COOKING LESSON
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    TRADITIONAL COSTA RICAN COOKING LESSON

    Try your hand at this delicious cuisine! We will spend the afternoon making casado—the most traditional Costa Rican dish, which incorporates meat or chicken, rice, beans, vegetables and tasty fried plantains. We will start from the very beginning, learning the proper way to soak the beans before cooking, and see the dish to its completion! Once finished, we will enjoy the fruits of our labour. This is certainly a skill to take home!
    What to bring: Water, comfortable walking shoes.
    Duration: Half day
    *Date subject to change. Spaces are limited. Based on availability.
    DETAILSTry your hand at this delicious cuisine! We will spend the afternoon making casado—the most traditional Costa Rican dish, which incorporates meat or chicken, rice, beans, vegetables and tasty fried plantains. We will start from the very beginning, learning the proper way to soak the beans before cooking, and see the dish to its completion! Once finished, we will enjoy the fruits of our labour. This is certainly a skill to take home!
    $45.00 Read more
  • SURFING LESSON, PLAYA GRANDE
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    SURFING LESSON, PLAYA GRANDE

    Costa Rica has long been a popular destination for surfers worldwide. Famous Playa Grande on the Pacific Coast is one of the favoured beaches for wave riders of all levels. Located in Las Baulas National Park, Playa Grande is a long white-sand beach offering stunning views of the surrounding natural marine park, which has been carefully preserved as it is a nesting site for huge leatherback turtles. The quiet beach is also an ideal destination to learn surfing as it is rarely crowded and provides consistent, ride-able waves with perfect left and right peaks. We will leave Playas del Coco early in the morning for a short ride through coastal towns before arriving at Playa Grande. There we will be greeted by our surf instructors, who will provide equipment and go over the basics and safety of surfing this famous beach. Each student will receive individual attention and instructions before having the opportunity to conquer the waves on his/her own. Hang ten, and look out for those swells! After a fun day of surfing, we will have lunch (included) in a nearby beach café, stroll through the marine park, and return to Playas del Coco in the afternoon.
    What to bring: Towel, bathing suit, water, change of clothes, hat, and sunscreen.
    Duration: Full Day
    *Date subject to change. Spaces are limited. Based on availability.
    DETAILSCosta Rica has long been a popular destination for surfers worldwide. Famous Playa Grande on the Pacific Coast is one of the favoured beaches for wave riders of all levels. Located in Las Baulas National Park, Playa Grande is a long white-sand beach offering stunning views of the surrounding natural marine park, which has been carefully preserved as it is a nesting site for huge leatherback turtles. The quiet beach is also an ideal destination to learn surfing as it is rarely crowded and provides consistent, ride-able waves with perfect left and right peaks. We will leave Playas del Coco early in the morning for a short ride through coastal towns before arriving at Playa Grande. There we will be greeted by our surf instructors, who will provide equipment and go over the basics and safety of surfing this famous beach. Each student will receive individual attention and instructions before having the opportunity to conquer the waves on his/her own. Hang ten, and look out for those swells! After a fun day of surfing, we will have lunch (included) in a nearby beach café, stroll through the marine park, and return to Playas del Coco in the afternoon.
    $225.00 Read more
  • BIJAGUA RANAS WILDLIFE SANCTUARY & RIO CELESTE WATERFALL
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    BIJAGUA RANAS WILDLIFE SANCTUARY & RIO CELESTE WATERFALL

    Love wildlife? This excursion will take you on an animal discovery adventure. Bijagua Ranas is a family owned animal reserve located in the lush Guanacaste mountain range. Here you can find 2-toed and 3-toed sloths hanging from the trees in the forest canopy above, different types of colourful frogs, blue morpho butterflies, hummingbirds, snakes, toucans and other birds, marching ants, and more! The property is perfect for slow paced walking and enjoying the animals in their natural setting. We won’t be touching the animals but bring your cameras and you can photograph them up close. After our animal discovery walk we will take a short drive to the magical Rio Celeste Waterfall. This huge 98 foot breathtaking waterfall plunges into a jungle pool of famously bright turquois blue water, all surrounded by the dense tropical forest. Another incredible photo opportunity!
    What to bring: Water, hat, sunscreen.
    Duration: Full day
    *Date subject to change. Spaces are limited. Based on availability.
    DETAILSLove wildlife? This excursion will take you on an animal discovery adventure. Bijagua Ranas is a family owned animal reserve located in the lush Guanacaste mountain range. Here you can find 2-toed and 3-toed sloths hanging from the trees in the forest canopy above, different types of colourful frogs, blue morpho butterflies, hummingbirds, snakes, toucans and other birds, marching ants, and more! The property is perfect for slow paced walking and enjoying the animals in their natural setting. We won’t be touching the animals but bring your cameras and you can photograph them up close. After our animal discovery walk we will take a short drive to the magical Rio Celeste Waterfall. This huge 98 foot breathtaking waterfall plunges into a jungle pool of famously bright turquois blue water, all surrounded by the dense tropical forest. Another incredible photo opportunity!
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  • COMMUNITY SERVICE, PLAYAS DEL COCO
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    COMMUNITY SERVICE, PLAYAS DEL COCO

    Community Service is an important aspect of giving back to the community. We try to instill a sense of global responsibility in all of our students as they explore the world. This optional excursion will allow students to engage in locally based community initiatives. Their time with local children, animals, or the natural environment of the area will earn them 4-5 community involvement hours which can go towards the student’s high school diploma.
    What to bring: Water, comfortable walking shoes.
    Duration: Half day
    *Date subject to change. Spaces are limited. Based on availability.
    DETAILSCommunity Service is an important aspect of giving back to the community. We try to instill a sense of global responsibility in all of our students as they explore the world. This optional excursion will allow students to engage in locally based community initiatives. Their time with local children, animals, or the natural environment of the area will earn them 4-5 community involvement hours which can go towards the student’s high school diploma.
    $75.00 Add to cart