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Traveling to a foreign country on a Putney program that she chose was a home run. She felt the greatest sense of accomplishment and formed strong bonds with new friends.

– Claudia & Coleman Church, Bedford, NY

Tropical Beaches & Cloud Forests

• Tube down a river and take a dip in volcanic hot springs • Join a game of pick-up soccer with Costa Rican friends • Surf, snorkel, and kayak along gorgeous tropical beaches • Glide above the rainforest canopy on a zipline adventure

Destination • Travel to Costa Rica, a country known for its welcoming culture, expansive beaches, and lush rainforest. Based in Guanacaste, take adventurous day trips, learn to surf, see monkeys in their natural habitat, and learn about sea turtle conservation efforts. Cap your stay at a jungle ecolodge near Arenal Volcano.

Themes • Learn the meaning of pura vida as you engage with Tico culture. Experience varied landscapes, from the Pacific coastline to tropical jungles and volcanic hot springs. Learn about the country’s conservation efforts and sustainability measures, from national parks to renewable energy.

Activities • Snorkel at a hidden beach, tube through the jungle, and hike past volcanic mud pools to a beautiful waterfall at Rincón de la Vieja National Park. Take surfing lessons, kayak in an estuary, and learn about wildlife conservation. Ride horseback and zipline through the rainforest near Arenal Volcano.

Detailed itineraries and more at goputney.com

June 22–July 5

Completing Grades: 4 & 5 • 14 days • $4,690 + airfare Group Flight: Departs from New York

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