Media Category: Costa Rica

Gandoca is a small, rural, coastal community of about 600 residents. The town has two elementary schools and a small high school. It is not developed touristically like its neighboring towns of Puerto Viejo and Manzanillo and maintains a rural, community feel. This is the small store where participants can buy ice cream, sodas, and snacks in the local community.

Example of the sleeping areas in Casa Tucan where students will stay.

Example of a bathroom ACE participants will use during their time in Costa Rica. The accommodation has electricity, cold showers, and western-style toilets.  Hot water is limited in Gandoca, but the weather is warm enough that it is not needed.

There is time in the daily schedule for personal and group reflection time.

ACE participants receiving a Spanish lesson from Casa Tucan Tranquilo staff.

ACE in Costa 2023 participant supporting sustainable farming practices at a local elementary school.

ACE 2023 participants engaging in sustainable farming project work.

Scenery of the local beach area in Gandoca.