An Unforgettable Adventure in Costa Rica: A Week of Giving Back and Exploring!
Day 1: March 15th, 2025
Rise and shine! What best way to start our day than with a tour? An amazing guide took us around the streets of the capital city of Costa Rica, San José. Getting to learn lots of incredible historical facts. Did you know San José is the third city to have electric public lighting in the world? Amazing! We visited historical buildings like the National Theater and the San José Market. The weather was great and our city tour guide was a very interesting man, he even knew how to make us laugh while showing us this busy city!
Day 2: March 16th, 2025
This Sunday, we had the incredable opportunity to visit a school in Guarari, Heredia, where we rolled up our sleeves and volunteered to paint the school. We also had the pleasure of meeting the inspiring team behind "Somos Picnic", an organization dedicated to creating impactful service projects that support communities across the country. It was an unforgettable day, we couldn´t have been more thrilled to reach our goal and see everyone eagerly excited to return tomorrow!
Day 3: March 17th, 2025
We kicked off the day by finishing up painting the school´s walls and even joined for a game of soccer with the kids! It was amazing to see the kids light up with joy as they admired the fresh, vibrante colors of their school. The smiles were contagious, and we couldn´t wait to see what was next. In the afternoon, we headed to Monteverde, the famous cloud forest, for some exciting adventures ahead!
Day 4: March 18th, 2025
Our day started with a visit to the Santa Elena Reserve, where we explored the wonders of the cloud forest and learned about the unique plants and trees that thrive in this magical environment. In the afternoon, we toured Life Monteverde´s coffee farm and dove into the world of sustainable agriculture. The day wrapped up with a hands-on cooking class where we made delicious "chalupas" and a fun dance session that had everyone laughing and moving!
Day 5: March 19th, 2025
Back at Life Monteverde, we spent the morning helping clear a field of weeds in preparation for new crops. In the afternoon, we took on a thrilling zipline tour through the treetops and strolled across hanging bridges with breathtaking views of the forest below. Our evening was spent on a fascinating visit to a Quaker farm, where we learned about their rich history in Costa Rica and their sustainable way of life.
Day 6: March 20th, 2025
Our final day at Life Monteverde had us working hard in the fields, getting them ready for new coffees trees. Afterward, we had the chance to taste different coffee varieties and learn how to distinguish between dar, medium, and light roasts. As the day came to a close, we headed to the beautiful Flamingo Beach on the Pacific Coast for the last leg of our adventure.
Day 7: March 21st, 2025
Waking up to the stunning beauty of Flamingo Beach, we set off to build a basketball court in the nearby village of Lorena. The sense of accomplishment was unmatched! Afterward, we soaked in the gorgeous sunst at Flamingo Beach, ending the day in the best possible way.
Day 8: March, 22nd 2025
Back in Lorena, we continued our community service project with a lot of heart. After a day of hard work, we unwound with a relaxing swim in the refreshing Pacific Ocean, soaking in the peaceful surroundings.
Day 9: March 23rd, 2025
On our final day, we completed the first row of cinder blocks for the community basketball court in Lorena. In the afternoon, we set sail on a catamaran for an unforgettable snorkeling adventure in the crystal-clear waters, followed by a peaceful swim through the sea. The trip ended with a perfect sunset, marking a beautiful close to a week full of memories and maningful connections.
