Physical Requirements
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Pacing
- 7 locations in 13 days with one 1-night stay and some early mornings
Physical requirements
- Not appropriate for travelers using wheelchairs, walkers, or other mobility aids
- You must be able to walk 3 miles unassisted and participate in 6-8 hours of physical activities each day on uneven ground and/or steps
- We reserve the right for Trip Experience Leaders to restrict participation, or in some circumstances send travelers home, if their limitations impact the group's experience
- You may encounter animals on this trip. We make every effort to keep these encounters safe, however animals may behave unpredictably or dangerously at times. Please use caution when interacting with animals on this trip: Keep a safe distance, stay alert, and respect the animals
Altitude
- 2 days at altitudes of about 6,000-6,500 feet
Climate
- Panama and Costa Rica have tropical climates with high temperatures reaching 90°F, high humidity, and moderate-to-heavy rainfall
- As narrow isthmuses, Panama and Costa Rica are influenced by many meteorological systems, making weather prediction difficult
Terrain & Transportation
- Travel over rural streets, unpaved roads, and rugged paths and trails
- Travel via 22-passenger air-conditioned minibus and riverboat
Accommodations & Facilities
- Some of our lodgings may be quite small or family-run
- In rural areas, our lodgings may have limited services; rooms may not include TV, phone, or air-conditioning