Study sustainable tourism in Costa Rica!

Contributed by Linda Heyne

RLS 27700 Sustainable Tourism

Fall 2017 Block II - Mondays 3-4:15 p.m.

Study Abroad in Costa Rica January 2-11, 2018

Stay in ecolodges in Alajuela, Altamira, Monteverde, Tárcoles, and the Osa Peninsula
Learn about sustainable ecotourism practices that protect biodiversity and natural resources, use alternative energy and organic methods, and support local communities
Hike through La Amistad International Park and experience tropical vegetation, wildlife, and

primary and secondary rainforests
Take a chocolate tour and learn about sustainable agriculture in the tropics
Kayak through mangrove forests in the Osa Peninsula
Observe tropical plants and wildlife by the Pacific Ocean at Manuel Antonio National Park
Hike in the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve and tour the Sky Walk Hanging Bridges
All activities led by certified Costa Rican guides trained in tropical biology

Estimated Travel Costs: $2,550 + airfare (based on ten students enrolled — includes lodging, meals, guides, vans, park admissions, and travel insurance)

For more information, please contact Dr. Linda Heyne at lheyne@ithaca.edu, Smiddy Hall 313 or (607) 274-3050