The Experience
Set in the lush Central Valley, this journey blends creativity, culture, and community all in the span of one long weekend. You’ll explore how Costa Ricans are reimagining sustainability—from artisans giving new life to retired airplane seats, to farmers cultivating cacao through regenerative practices.
Between immersive hands-on experiences, unwind at your boutique mountain lodge surrounded by volcano views and tropical greenery. Whether baking bread in a village kitchen, crafting an upcycled keepsake, or sharing laughter over a home-cooked meal, each day offers a genuine connection with the people who make this region so special. In your free time, opt to whitewater raft, zip-line, hike a volcano or simply relax to the sounds of the rainforest.
A Meaningful Adventure in the Heart of Costa Rica
From upcycled artisan workshops to farm-to-table meals, this Costa Rica adventure turns travel into impact and connection.
Our Impact
This journey directly supports Costa Rican initiatives leading the way in sustainability and empowerment. In Turrialba, meet the women of Wearsos, who transform retired airline materials into artisan goods, creating jobs and reducing waste. In the nearby town of Mollejones, you’ll join locals turning creativity into opportunity through circular design. Visits to organic cacao and coffee farms further your impact by supporting small producers committed to protecting Costa Rica’s biodiversity. Together, these partnerships showcase how innovation and collaboration can build stronger, more sustainable communities.
Where You’ll Stay
Your home-away-from-home is Villa Bosque, a boutique bed and breakfast nestled in the peaceful mountain town of Turrialba. Surrounded by lush greenery and sweeping volcano views, this locally owned property embodies Costa Rican hospitality and tranquility.
Wake to birdsong and fresh mountain air before breakfast on the terrace. In your free time, enjoy the yoga deck, tennis court, or a drink at the bar as the sun dips below the hills. Villa Bosque is more than a stay—it’s a place to rest, recharge, and connect with the natural rhythms of Costa Rica.
Itinerary Overview
Your adventure begins in San José before heading into the lush mountains of Turrialba for a welcome dinner with volcano views. The days that follow weave together creativity and connection—crafting upcycled keepsakes at Wearsos, sharing lunch and breadmaking with locals in Mollejones, and exploring a sustainable cacao farm to make your own chocolate.
You’ll also enjoy a sunset farm-to-table dinner, with time to relax or join optional adventures like rafting or coffee farm visits. The trip concludes with a scenic return to San José, carrying home meaningful memories and new friendships.
Your Expert Local Guide
Discover Corps’ expert family of guides around the world are by your side throughout the journey. Please note that the actual guide may vary from date-to-date.
Priscilla Alvarado Taylor
Priscilla is a trained Biologist with a focus in Ecology and Sustainable development. She has been working as a licensed Tour Director for 20 years now and is proud to have developed a deeper understanding of what is truly meaningful to people when they travel. To her, it’s all about experiencing the culture through the local people, food, community projects, music and history. She loves hosting Discover Corps travelers because she shares in the philosophy that traveling with purpose is the best way to experience a country.
We Help You Every Step of the Way
Planning travel can be overwhelming—we’re here to make it easy. From your first question to your return flight home, our expert team handles every detail so you can focus on what really matters: enjoying the journey.Ready to Start Planning?
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Prices & Inclusions
Our trips are inclusive of all activities, lodging, transport and most meals to make your experience hassle-free.
$2,995 Adult
$2,895 Child
- Double Occupancy Price. Children’s pricing applies to travelers 16 years old and younger sharing a room with an adult
- Single Room Supplement = $525. This will guarantee you your own, single occupancy room for the entirety of the trip. If you are a solo traveler and would like us to match you with a roommate of the same gender, please book as double occupancy. See full details here.
What’s Included:
- 4 nights lodging in 4-star boutique hotels
- 4 breakfasts, 2 lunches & 3 dinners
- Transportation in private vehicles
- An immersive itinerary including behind-the-scenes visits to local organizations
- Discover Corps Guide that is there to support, guide, and inform you throughout the trip
- All scheduled activities and excursions
- $50,000 emergency medical evacuation insurance
- Trip literature and pre-departure support from Discover Corps
- 24-hour Discover Corps emergency hotline
What’s Not Included:
- Tips for the Discover Corps Guide and Driver
- 1 independent dinner and 1 independent lunch
- Optional adventure day activities
- International airfare
- Alcoholic beverages
Dates
Share the journey with a small group of like-minded travelers, or indulge in a private departure reserved exclusively for your family and friends.
Small Group Departures
Travel with a small, like-minded group on our scheduled departures designed for deep connection and cultural immersion. Our groups average eight travelers and include an expert guide, boutique lodging, and purpose-driven experiences.
2026 Dates
April 23-27, 2026
June 11-15, 2026
July 2-6, 2026
August 6-10, 2026
November 26-30, 2026
December 31, 2026-January 4, 2027
2027 Dates
February 11-15, 2027
April 22-26, 2027
June 10-14 2027
July 1-5, 2027
August 5-9, 2027
November 25-29, 2027
December 30, 2027-January 3, 2028
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Private Departures
Enjoy the full Discover Corps experience—tailored to you. Our Private Departures are a premium offering that features the same expert guides, meaningful experiences, and boutique accommodations, exclusively for your group and on your preferred dates.
Families & Multigenerational travel
Celebrations & Milestone events
Friends traveling together
School, Alumni, or Corporate groups
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