DAY FIVE – Conozca Granada & InterACTion Learn about Granada and its culture on your Centro Historico walking tour. Then, enjoy a boat ride on Lake Cocibolca to view some of the 365 isletas, including monkey-island. Later, participate in your humanitarian interACTion in a local elementary school. Please bring basic school supplies and baseballs. In addition, Interact provides a financial donation.

DAY SIX – Masaya Market & Volcano Night Tour Explore the centro this morning or opt for Mombacho zipline, with six zip lines, a walking wire called “Double Cross”, a “Tarzan Swing” and a vertical rappel descent. Following lunch, visit the historic city of Masaya. Masaya has been populated for more than 3,000 years and the arrival of the Spanish in the early 16th century organized the local artisans. The principal item was hammocks, as well as wood, leather and clothing, all created by hand. Practice your Spanish and bargaining skills in the mammoth souvenir market. Late afternoon, transfer to the active cone of Santiago where you’ll witness parrots returning to their nests in the active crater. Then, follow your licensed guide into the heart of the earth through lava tubes,

DAY ONE – Arrival Costa Rica while three different species of bats fly over your head. Welcome to Costa Rica, nature's wonderland. Interact’s Weather-permitting, you’ll have an opportunity to actually look foreign representative greets you in the airport lobby and inside the crater mouth. The red glow of the lava lightens the accompanies to Rancho Lodge, a short drive from the airport. whole surroundings, which make the experience truly Rancho Lodge is located in La Guacima, Alajuela, a typical, unforgettable. countryside Tico community. DAY SEVEN – InterACTion & Mombacho Hike DAY TWO – La Paz Waterfalls Garden Mombacho is situated in a beautiful cloud forest and home to When you think about Costa Rica, you probably imagine lush a wide variety of vegetation and wildlife. Drive to the top (1150 tropical rain forest, flowing white rivers, spectacular waterfalls, meters) of the volcano in a 4x4 vehicle. After a quick trip to the birds, butterflies, frogs, sloth, and monkeys. At La Paz, you scientific station, explore this impressive volcano on a guided are guaranteed to witness all that and more. Plus, your visit walk. Pass by several fumaroles and witness spectacular also includes the rescued wildlife preserve with over 100 views. Be sure to keep an eye out for the howler and white species of animals. face monkeys. On your return, you will participate in your second humanitarian interACTion. DAY THREE – Arenal Volcano & Hot Springs Relax on your panoramic drive to Sarchi. Shop at this famous DAY EIGHT – Playa production center for the famous hand-painted oxcarts as well Travel to San Juan del Sur, for your day at the beach. This as traditional souvenirs. Continue to Arenal, Costa Rica's most tranquil Pacific Beach town is located close to the Costa Rica visited volcano. This afternoon, relax in a hot springs border. Enjoy the beach and refreshing waters of the bay recreational area, such as Baldi. Swim in one of nature's area, or opt for snorkeling or sailing. therapeutic pools and meander through the botanical gardens. DAY NINE – Return to USA DAY FOUR – Arrival Granada /Homestay or Hotel Welcome to Nicaragua. Pay the $10 tax at the border MIDWEEK DEPARTURE crossing. Arrive in Granada, where you’ll be transferred to 9 days/8 nights your hotel or where you’ll meet the Homestay Director as you’re introduced to your host families. 8 NIGHTS Rancho Lodge 2 Granada was founded in 1524. It’s commonly referred to as Arenal Region 1 the “Colonial Jewel” and is widely known for its historical Granada 5 significance and pleasant ambiance. All meals included in homestay MIDDLE CLASS HOST FAMILIES are usually relatives, neighbors, or lifelong program, two meals a day in hotel friends of our homestay directors. Regardless, directors monitor and program. continually evaluate host families. Host families provide all meals - except those incorporated in the touring. Everyone speaks Spanish in the home. Students normally share with one other group member of the same general language ability.