Tours for Heredia, Costa Rica
USAC encourages every student to participate in these tours; however, they are optional and have an additional fee. Destinations may change at the discretion of the Resident Director.
The following are possible destinations, view term calendars for specifics.
Tropical Caribbean - Bocas del Toro, Panamá
Experience an unforgettable trip to Panama, where you’ll discover stunning tropical beauty and a myriad of outdoor activities. Take exciting boat tours to lovely islands, snorkel in the crystal-clear waters teeming with starfish, and relax on picturesque beaches. Immerse yourself in the vibrant tropical wildlife and stunning natural scenery as you take the opportunity to do activities like swimming, dolphin watching, walks on the beach, and playing volleyball.
North Pacific, Costa Rica
Experience fun and relaxation as you explore Costa Rica’s northern Pacific region. Zipline through the rainforest amid beautiful views, check out Ocotal Beach’s stunning black sand, enjoy lovely sunsets from the beach, and embark on a horseback riding tour to a spa where you can enjoy the hot springs, sauna, and a mud bath.
Tropical Biodiversity - Heredia, Costa Rica
Explore the beauty of the Costa Rican rain forest. Participate in a chocolate tour where you can taste the cacao bean and learn about the different stages in the process of making chocolate, take a refreshing swim in the clear waters of the La Fortuna Waterfall, and enjoy a boat tour through a spectacular mangrove rainforest to see beautiful exotic birds and discover the impressive American crocodile.