Bethshiva Lester has always been a little different. A little curious. A little adventurous. Having a successful career as a network engineer was fine, but she was drawn to Jamaica where some of her family’s roots could be traced. The Afro-Costa Rican traveler returned from that visit changed. She resigned from her engineering career to launch a travel agency. A successful one. One that required a move to a newer location where she was approached by a family wanting to participate in a water activity. Ever the resource, Bethshiva crafted an activity for the family that they loved and she loved developing.

Calypso Adventures Costa Rica was born.

Calpyso Adventures Costa Rica provides sustainable ecotourism that showcases the country's diverse landscapes with specific attention to the impact on the local community. Modeling larger organizations by securing the proper certifications for white water rafting, wildlife safaris and kayaking tours; Bethshiva set herself apart by through personalization of service that her customers (like me!) find unmatched in large group tours. Her business continues to thrive because she knows she doesn’t gate-keep the keys to her success and creates opportunities for small business growth locally.

Oh, and she is the first Black certified female white water rafting guide in La Fortuna, Costa Rica.

CALYPSO ADVENTURES

https://calypsoadventurescr.com

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