This is a Food Sovereignty Tour brought to you by Food First/the Institute for Food and Development Policy in partnership with Global Exchange Reality Tours.

Costa Rica is a study in contrasts. In the last decade Costa Rica has become an immensely popular tourism destination, known for its stunning scenery, abundant natural resources and diverse wildlife. With its extensive network of national parks, Costa Rica is at the forefront of the international conservation movement and has become synonymous with "ecotourism": socially responsible travel that theoretically conserves the environment while improving the welfare of local people.

The capital city of La Paz has a growing urban art, music and dance scene that blends indigenous with contemporary influences. Start the tour enjoying the festivities of the Gran Poder Festival and meeting with talented costume makers. Then, explore the culture and conservation projects of the Andean highlands and rainforest regions. Learn about indigenous culture and art while taking workshops in rainforest handicrafts, cooking and weaving. Stay at homestays and participate in community ecotourism projects near Madidi National Park and agritourism activities at Lake Titicaca.