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PACKAGE DESCRIPTION : To travel to Costa Rica is an opportunity to escape the stress and tedium of the daily world and discover a country proud of its ecological preservation. With only .03% of the planet's surface, the nation is endowed with over 5% of all life forms on earth.
In 15 days we will show you the vast richness of the country's natural wealth: San Jose, capital city; Tortuguero whose canals are one of the world's most popular ecotourism destinations; Sarapiqui, a beautiful rain forest and river, Arenal Volcano which erupts 3 to 4 times every hour; Papagayo Gulf, where the most important tourist projects are developed and Quepos, a great beach and home to Manuel Antonio National Park.
VISITING: San Jose, Tortuguero Natl. Park, Sarapiqui, Tabacon Hot Springs , Papagayo Gulf and Manuel Antonio.
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. Meet and Great by our tour guide. Transfer to Hotel Torremolinos with afternoon at leisure.
Day 2 - TORTUGUERO NATIONAL PARK After breakfast, enjoy a brief coach drive through Braulio Carrillo National Park (commonly referred to as a Symphony of Green) where it is common to see sloth lazily soaking up the sun in the high tree limbs. Then it's a leisurely cruise to Tortuguero National Park on the Caribbean coast. Touring the jungle canals by boat one can see Caymans, monkeys, toucans, manatees and over 400 varieties of birdlife. Overnight at Laguna Lodge. (B,L,D)
Day 3 TORTUGUERO. Morning and dusk cruising on the canals. In the afternoon, relax in the pool of the Laguna Lodge or visit the small village of Tortuguero . July to September is prime time for a night trek on the beach to watch giant green turtles laying their eggs in the sand. (B,L,D)
Day 4 SARAPIQUI . Morning: Transfer to Sarapiqui and Check In at Selva Verde Lodge with afternoon at leisure. Selva Verde is one of the pioneer's rain forest lodges in CR and it is located just in front the Sarapiqui River . The rooms are rustic but with all the comfort. Wildlife is very abundant and the rooms are immersed into the beauty of the rain forest. (B,L,D)
DAY 5 SUPER COMBO TOUR After a full Costa Rican breakfast, you will experience the best adventure in Costa Rica . At only 10 minutes from the hotel, you will get into Hacienda Pozo Azul where a 100% adrenaline tour starts: The Super Combo . This trip is our best recommendation and during this full day you will experience a great time into a real rain forest doing horseback raiding, canopy tour (zip lines) and whitewater rafting class III. All this 3 activities in one day. (B,L,D)
Day 6 ARENAL VOLCANO. Breakfast and land transfer to La Fortuna town where the impressive and active Arenal Volcano is located. Check In at Hotel Arenal Paraiso. Afternoon, visit to the famous Tabacon Hot Spring Waters and free time for enjoy the place. Buffet dinner is included at this paradise. Lunch on your own (B,D)
Day 7 ARENAL VOLCANO. During the morning, tour to the Hanging Bridges and nature walk into the rain forest. Afternoon: Free time for enjoy the hotel facilities or visit La Fortuna Town. (B)
Day 8 ARENAL MONTEVERDE . After have 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.
Day 9. MONTEVERDE - SKY TREK . 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 .
Day 10 MONTEVERDE PAPAGAYO. (All Inclusive). By mid morning, land transfer to Golfo de Papagayo, one of the most beautiful places of Costa Rica . Check in at Hotel Allegro Papagayo with All Inclusive Service. Allegro Papagayo by Occidental provides a perfect place for your Costa Rican experience. Directly on Manzanillo beach, the azure blue waters of the Pacific Ocean invites you to sample the many watersports or explore the many optional tours available. Set in an exotic jungle locale, rest and relax with open-air dining and cocktails by the pool, or participate in the many activities available. Remember to visit the resort's private beach club, just 10 minutes away by boat.
All-Inclusive Features (free of charge)
Accommodations as selected, Managers weekly cocktail party, All meals and snacks, including an menu dining in the specialty restaurant
Unlimited local alcoholic beverages, Unlimited juices and soft drinks, Wine served with dinner, Swimming pool, also featuring a kids area, 2 Jacuzzis, Beach Club, Towel service for beach and pool area, Fun Club activity staff to both Fun Club references.
Sports & Activities (free of charge)
Daily activities program by pool and beach area, Nightly entertainment with local talent with Fun Club, Kids Club supervised activities program, Exercise Room, Non-motorized water sports program, Chess, billiards, playing cards and board games, Scuba lesson in the pool, Aerobics, water polo, football soccer, water basketball by Fun Club activities.
Day 11 ALLEGRO PAPAGAYO. Free time for enjoy the hotel and its facilities. (All Inclusive).
Day 12 MANUEL ANTONIO BEACH (B) Depart for a land transfer to famous Manuel Antonio beach and National Park. Check In at Casitas Eclipse Hotel and free time for enjoy the hotel's facilities. Evening: Night Out Tour for explore the rich nightlife of Manuel Antonio and have dinner in one of the great restaurants of the area. Lunch and dinner on your own.
Day 13 MANUEL ANTONIO. (B). Free time.
Day 14 MANUEL ANTONIO (B). Free time for explore the surrounding on your own or take optional tours.
Day 15 TRANSFER OUT . According with your scheduled flight, Domestic flight to the International airport and good bye.
INCLUDES : 14 nights lodging, all land and water transportation within Costa Rica, all airport/ hotel transfers on scheduled arrival/ departures dates only, specified meals, specified tours and activities, National Parks entrance fees, 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 and 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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$ 1.620 |
B |
Self Drive with Car Rental |
$ 1.645 |
C |
Private Van Service & Naturalist Tour Guide.
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$ 1.885 |
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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