7:10 pm, Thursday, July 24th
   

 

 

Same Outward Bound… just a lighter backpack....Outward Bound is known for ardor and strain; however, it is also known for unforgettable experiential activities that challenge and broaden your view of the world. If you want all the beauty and excitement of the Adult Multi-Element Course but aren’t up for the full physical endurance try our Outward Bound Ultra Light 8-day course. Do all of the things that CRROBS is famous for, but do it all with just ten pounds on your back! You’ll be so light you’ll feel like you’re flying through the rainforest with all of the exotic birds.

8 Day Adult Ultra-Lite Itinerary

Setup (1 day):
• Arrive at the San Jose International Airport the day before course begins and our staff will be there to greet you and transfer you to our base.
• Duffle shuffle at our base, where your instructors will select appropriate gear for the trip.
• Depart early next morning to go hiking through the rainforest

Rainforest Element (4-5 days):
• Trek 5-10 miles per day through tropical cloud and rainforests with amazing views
• Learn about rainforest biology, natural history, conservation, backcountry skills, etc with an applied eco-psychology focus
• Homestay in Piedras Blancas – a remote Mestizo village nestled deep in primary rainforest.
• Possible Activities: solo (12-24 hours), cultural exchange, practice Spanish, community service, planting or harvesting traditional foods (bananas, rice, beans, sugar cane, cocoa, avocados, oranges, corn), preparation of traditional foods (milking cows and goats, grinding corn, hand-making tortillas on an open fire), playing soccer with kids, tree canopy climb, jungle waterfall rappel, medicinal plant hike with local shaman, and more!

Raft Element (1-2 days):
• Raft on the spectacular rainforest shrouded Savegre River
• Learn basic rafting techniques and safety in adrenalin-pumping class III rapids
• Empty out into the Pacific Ocean at our Base 2 camp at Manuel Antonio National Park

Surf & Beach Element (2 day):
• Surf introduction in Manuel Antonio
• Visit to beautiful MA national park, rest and relaxation sunbathing or fun in the sun surfing and boogie boarding, at a tropical beach paradise
• Transfer to San Jose (always a day before the course ends). The closing ceremonial dinner is held that evening

 

 

 

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