Monteverde

Today after breakfast we went on a horseback riding excursion through the Monteverde cloud forest.  Students saddled up and were given instructions on how to ride western style.  The paths were windy and steep in some areas.  The horses loved to stop and eat the coffee plants.  Their  personalities were apparent, often matching their names! About halfway through the two hour tour it started pouring rain, common for summer months.  Students returned soaking wet but happy to have had such a unique experience.

 

 

 

Then it was an uncomfortable wet ride back to the hotel for a quick shower and time to pack up for our next destination. José deftly navigated the steep, unpaved roads through Monteverde.  After two hours we stopped for snacks and souvenirs and a little bit of the USA vs. Belgium World Cup game.  Then it was back on the bus for another two hours to get to Manuel Antonio.  Tomorrow is a beach day so we are hoping for some sun!

Hasta pronto.