Arrival Day
After spending a night in San Jose (if arriving from overseas) On sunday, you will get to Monteverde around midday and we’ll kick off your program on Sunday with a comprehensive orientation session to familiarize you with the program rules and your program itinerary. Afterward, we’ll take you on a walking tour of the town, highlighting key areas such as ATMs, supermarkets, shopping areas, and beach access points to ensure you feel confident navigating your new surroundings
Monteverde
Breakfast and Lunch included
Cirenas
for the days at Cirenas, all 3 meals are included.
At the Jakera Camp: During the week, your package includes breakfast and lunch at the camp. For your convenience, we offer 3 to 4 affordable dinners per week, featuring themed events such as pizza night, Mexican night, BBQ, and more. If you prefer to dine out or cook your own meals, there is a student kitchen available, although please note that it may not always be accessible. Fortunately, there are many fantastic restaurants in town to suit all budgets, ensuring you have a wide range of dining options during your stay.
From Monday to Friday, you’ll have the opportunity to attend two 45-minute Spanish lessons per day (usually at 09:00-11:00, subject to change based on surf conditions). Our lessons are delivered by licensed and accredited teachers, and on your first day, you’ll take a short test to determine your proficiency level and learning objectives. With classes tailored to suit all levels, from beginner to advanced, you’ll have the chance to interact and immerse yourself in the local community while enjoying your time in a Spanish-speaking country
Every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, you have the option to participate in either surfing or yoga lessons. Our professional surf instructor will guide you through the basics and help take your skills to the next level, all while ensuring your safety by teaching you about local issues such as rip tides. Surfboards are provided for the approximately two-hour lessons, and additional lessons and board rentals are available upon request.
During the times when surf activities are scheduled, you can choose to participate in professional yoga instruction instead. We offer a variety of yoga styles to try during your stay with us, with each class lasting between 60 to 90 minutes. You can attend up to eight classes in the first two weeks. Yoga helps promote mental balance and body control, allowing you to relax and fully enjoy your journey in Costa Rica. Experience the calming mantras and discover a new way to connect with your body and nature by practicing yoga and embracing the pura vida lifestyle.
Additional Yoga Classes can be purchased for 16$.
The first excursion is a 2-hour ‘jungle river trek’ along the river that runs by Jakera Jungle Surf Camp and into the lush tropical forest that surrounds us. As you walk, you’ll find yourself immersed in the stunning surroundings, with a diverse range of flora including trees with specific medicinal applications. The hike helps us understand the beauty of this truly diverse location and how the whole ecosystem works.
The second Wednesday, we hike along the beach to the rock pools exposed by the low tide. Here, you’ll discover the multitude of sea life that lives in the pools and have the opportunity to take a relaxing dip in the warm waters.
