The park is also a sanctuary for the endangered Pacific Ridley sea turtle. The program begins and ends in San Jos the capital, located in the Valle Central. Participants are encouraged to participate in the many activities taking place in the Monteverde community. Housing and Meals Housing and all meals are included in the program fee. Students live in a biological station located next to the forest.
Students stay in four-person rooms with private bathrooms and hot showers.
Meals are taken at the biological station and served family style. Vegetarians can be accommodated. During the week prior to exams and presentation of the research projects, participants live and take their meals with rural Costa Rican families.