Adventure

During the adventure phase, you will trek over 250 kilometers over 19 days, learning navigation, camping and survival skills along the way. While you will only need a basic level of fitness for this phase, determination and the ability to work as a team are essential. The 4am starts, tough climbs and up to 10 hours trekking a day are all worthwhile when rewarded with the incredible views, abundance of wildlife and beautiful beaches. This phase is a tough physical and mental challenge that will not only give you a huge sense of achievement but the belief that you can overcome anything!

Here are some examples of the adventure treks we run in Costa Rica & Nicaragua. Please be aware that these may change and are just a guide to the types of adventure treks you can expect on a Costa Rica expedition.

Maribios Volcanoes Trek
In the far north of Nicaragua, close to the border with Honduras, the group will walk along a mountain ridge through the pine forests above Achuapa. From here they will eventually reach the string of volcanoes called ‘Los Maribios' which are named after an ancient tribe who lived in the area. They will follow the line of volcanoes up to the Cosiguina Peninsula for one final volcano ascent. Volcano Cosiguina is the site of the largest volcanic eruption in the history of Americas and from the summit the group will get spectacular views across the Gulf of Fonseca to Honduras and El Salvador. The last day will be spent on the beach and swimming in the Pacific ocean.

The Macho Bares Trek
This trek will start here at field base and proceed through the Rio Macho Forestry Reserve for the first week passing through Tapanti National Park. After climbing up to nearly 3,000 metres the group will then follow the ridges of the Fila de Bustamante towards Cerro Dragon. From here the group will aim for Cerro Turrubares before heading down to the sea at Playa Hermosa where they will spend a couple of relaxing days at this beautiful beach, famous for its nesting turtles.

5 week adventure challenge
All of the 5-week venturers will undertake an adventure challenge event that will be an eight day extravaganza of trekking, problem solving, survival exercises and a lot of fun. It will be tough and challenging and we are convinced an unforgettable experience. To make it more difficult the gorup is not told where they are going but they'll be sent to some of the most beautiful areas of Costa Rica. During this period the group will climb a mountain, experience the rainforest and spend time surviving on a beach.