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VISITING: San Jose, Arenal Volcano, Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge, Monteverde, Manuel Antonio & Quepos. ACTIVITIES : Hiking, Swimming, Birdwatching, Nature, Beaches, Boat Trip, Canopy Tour
LETTER CODES : (B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner.
Day by Day Itinerary.
Day 1. WELCOME TO COSTA RICA . Arrival to the International Airport Juan Santamaria. Transfer to Hotel Herradura and check In.
Day 2. ARENAL VOLCANO (B, D). In the morning, departs to Arenal Volcano by a scenic rout. After 3 hours bus ride, we'll get the magnificent view of this perfect cone and arrive to Hotel Arenal Paraiso. After lunch and take a peaceful nap, we will visit Tabacon Hot Springs where you will spend the rest of the day swimming and having a great time in this unforgettable paradise. After dark and from this enchanted spot, with a little god luck, you will have the opportunity to see the volcano activity and the red incandescent lava flowing down from the top of the crater to the adjacent areas. After all this, a local cuisine dinner will be served at the Spa's Restaurant. Dinner is included. Lunch on your own.
Day 3. CAÑO NEGRO WILDLIFE REFUGE (B, L) The Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge and the Rio Frio are biological humid areas considered to be one of the richest in biological diversity in Costa Rica . Here you can find a great variety of resident and migratory birds plus three different species of monkeys, iguanas, sloth's, turtles and Caymans. During this full day tour you will have a great ecological experience while enjoy the boat trip along the river. Dinner on your own.
Day 4 MONTEVERDE (B). After breakfast, we will start our trip to the next destination. Monteverde. A 3 hours bus ride will take us into the clouds of the mountains of this fascinating region. Our destination: Hotel Belmar where you will have the rest of the day for relax and enjoy the place. Optional: Transfer by boat and horse. This is a unique ecological experience where you can have a lot of fun while you are transferred to Monteverde. This trip involves a short boat trip along the Arenal´s Lake and a fascinating horseback riding tour for 3 hours crossing the rain forest and 3 rivers.
Day 5. MONTEVERDE - SKY TREK (B). After breakfast you will experience the most excited experience of your life. The Sky Trek. This is a system of three platforms suspended above the ground in the midst of tree boughs. Zippiness attached from one platform to another allows you to slide with the use of special equipment. A suspended bridge 90 m (300ft) long and 22 m (66ft) high, gives you the best view of the inner forest. An observation platform above the canopy offers visitors a panoramic view (360 grades) of the Guanacaste, San Carlos and Puntarenas lowlands. There are four cables, two of them 190 metros (633ft) run through the inner canopy and the other two 214 (713ft) are outside. The whole system is integrated by a path 2300 m long (7000ft) in length. Sky Trek gives you access to a world of incomparable beauty in the tropical cloud forest canopy. Through jumping, flying and gliding experience what it is like to be an inhabitant of the canopy. You will never forget the Sky Trek experience, which guarantees you 1,317 meters of secure and comfortable sliding adventure. In the afternoon we will have the opportunity to take a look of the Town of Santa Elena and its beautiful souvenirs stores, Art Galleries , Cheese Factory and Butterfly Garden . Lunch and dinner on your own.
Day 6. QUEPOS - MANUEL ANTONIO NATIONAL PARK (B, L) Departure to the beautiful Manuel Antonio National Park on the Pacific slope. On the way, we will stop at Carara National Park for a short hiking tour into the primary forest and enjoy its rich wildlife. After this ECO experience, a Costa Rican lunch will be served at a local restaurant in front of the beach. Arriving at Hotel Espadilla in Manuel Antonio in the middle afternoon, our passengers will have the chance to enjoy the beauty of the surroundings and relax in the swimming pool. Free evening and dinner on your own.
Day 7. MANUEL ANTONIO NATIONAL PARK . (B) The perfect spot for enjoy the beach, the rain forest and its rich biodiversity. During these 2 days, you will have the chance to explore one of the best places in Costa Rica on your own.
Day 8. FREE TIME (B). During the morning, a great opportunity for explore the surroundings on your own and enjoy the beach. After lunch, transfer to San Jose . Overnight at Hotel Herradura.
Day 9. GOOD BY: (B). Transfer to the International Airport . Good bye.
WHATS TO BRING : Hiking Shoes, Bathing Suit, Binoculars, Camera, Beach Sandals, Suntan Lotion, Hat, Mosquito Repellent.
INCLUDE:
8 nights lodging in high quality Hotels, all land and water transportation within Costa Rica, all airport/ hotel transfers on scheduled arrival/ departures dates only, specified meals, National Parks entrance fees, private transportation and naturalist tour guide.
NOT INCLUDED :
International air fare, airport departure taxes, meals not specified in the itinerary, alcoholic beverages, personal equipment, extras in hotels (laundry, phone calls, room service), gratuities, or costs associated with changes in your itinerary for reasons beyond our control.
CATEGORIES |
RATE PER PERSON |
A |
Transfers by Shuttle Bus
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$ 875 |
B |
Self Drive with Car Rental |
$ 895 |
C |
Private Van Service & Naturalist Tour Guide.
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$ 1.150 |
Notes:
*Rates based in double occupancy and minimum 2 pax.
*All Rates applies for high season. For May, June, Sep and October 10 % discount.
* Passengers between 4-10 years old are considered children. Their fee is 80% of the adult fee.
*3 rd and 4 th Passenger and teenagers sharing room with parents pay 80% of the regular rate.
* Passengers under 3 years old are considered infants and do not pay any fee. Parents will assume their expenses and provide their meals.
* Category B is based with a 4X4 Terios. Mandatory insurance is not included ($18 per day) and Car Rental deposit ($ 750). Cars Upgrade available for an extra charge.
*All rates include taxes and are Net Rates.
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