TFT for Older Teens: Costa Rica Ultimate Adventure & Service

Program Overview
This ultimate Costa Rican adventure, designed specifically with older teens in mind, packs in 22 days of pure adrenaline mixed with just the right amount of community service! Combining all the best elements of our popular Adrenaline and Adventure and Service programs for older teens, you’ll experience the natural beauty of Costa Rica while giving back to local communities and making friends with other travelers your age. Volunteer with local Boy Scout troops to repair schools, teach local children English, plant trees, and more. After a hard day of work, relax on Costa Rica’s pristine beaches, fly through the jungle canopy on a zipline, and catch some waves at some of the world’s most famous surfing destinations! This trip strikes a perfect balance between work and play. You will earn up to 24 service hours, and at the same time try new adventure activities such as whitewater rafting, swimming in waterfalls, canyoning and rappelling, among others. You’ll even get to cross another country off your bucket list as we spend a day in beautiful neighboring Nicaragua. What are you waiting for? A perfect summer in Costa Rica awaits!
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Program Highlights
What's Included
Quick Details
- 2-4 Weeks
- Student Tours
- Community Service & Volunteering
- Experiential Learning
- Outdoor Education
- Conservation
- Education
Updated Aug 18, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Arenal, Costa Rica
- Flamingo, Costa Rica
- Potrero, Costa Rica
- Rural Areas, Costa Rica
- Tamarindo, Costa Rica
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
Education Levels & Language
- Education
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Application Procedures
- Physical Exam/Health Records
- Online Application
Age Requirement
14-20
Duration
- 2-4 Weeks
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