Trade the urban jungle for the real thing... join us in breathtaking Costa Rica for the adventure of a lifetime!!
Day 01 Arrival
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Arrival. A representative from Costa Rican Trails will meet you at the airport and transfer you to the Hotel Country Inn & Suites located outside San Jose.
Overnight at Country Inn & Suites, Superior room. Breakfast is included.
Day 02 Pacuare River - Whitewater Rafting
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On the first day of the journey to the Pacuare Rainforest, we'll pick you up at your San José hotel. After leaving the city, you'll pass through the spectacular Braulio Carrillo Rainforest, stopping for an authentic Costa Rican breakfast before reaching our embarkation site. Once in the water, you'll experience the exhilaration of riding the waves on this wild and scenic river, which courses through a tropical wilderness of dense vegetation and steep gorges that rise majestically above its banks.
When we arrive at our overnight destination, you will find a jungle oasis nestled in the middle of an enchanting and captivating rainforest. Surrounded by nature in its purest and most primitive state, a two-story jungle lodge houses rustic but comfortable dining facilities on the first floor, and plenty of relaxing hammocks in an open-air second floor lounge. Electricity free, the lodge provides the ultimate in environmentally friendly comfort and relaxation. Lunch will be prepared by your guide, and the afternoon is yours-you can take a short guided hike through the surrounding rainforest, experience the Pacuare Canopy Adventure (not included into package) into the forest canopy, take a dip in the river, or just relax in one of the many hammocks. Happy Hour begins at dusk, when you can share your experiences with your fellow travelers. Later, a candlelight dinner with wine is served to you by our guides. Your sleeping accommodations are in comfortable bungalows, constructed in the traditional style used by the Indians of this area and spaced to provide privacy and lots of green area. Each bungalow has a private porch, bathroom with running water, and comfortable beds with fresh linens.
Overnight at The Pacuare Lodge, garden bungalow. Full board included.
Day 03 Siquirres - Arenal
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After a hot breakfast, we launch the rafts again for the last part of our trip. Rafting becomes even more exciting today as you use the skills and experience gained on this trip. Your guides will stop the rafts along the journey and lead you up paths and side streams that open onto pristine waterfalls and natural water slides. Here you can swim. At the end of the tour, you will be provided with a private transfer to Arenal.
Arenal’s perfectly symmetrical shape makes it a sightseer’s dream, while its abundance of outdoor activities makes it an easy place to check things off your “must-do in Costa Rica” list. Visit one of the nicest volcanoes in Costa Rica, , cloud forests, a lake world-famous for windsurfing and an incredibly diverse population of wildlife is what you will find in this area.
Overnight at the Arenal Paraiso Hotel, Superior room. Breakfast included.
Day 04 LOST Canyon Adventure
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Imagine yourself in the midst of thick rainforest at the top of a magical canyon full of tropical waterfalls with surprises each step of the way.
Prepare to get wet! Our experienced guides put you into your safety harness and assist you down a series of over 8 amazing waterfalls that get gradually bigger and - BIGGER!
We save the best for last - The grand finale is a huge, 210-ft, 3-stage waterfall! Perfect for those looking to combine the thrill of descending breath-taking waterfalls in a gigantic, jungle canyon with taking in the beauty of the rainforest. This tour has serious bragging rights, something to boast about when you get back home!!
Arenal Volcano Hike & Tabacon Hot Springs
A late afternoon visit to the trails of El Silencio and the volcanic thermal mineral pools at Tabacon Hot Springs , where you can enjoy a healthy and relaxing soak and enjoy of a delicious dinner.
Overnight at the Arenal Paraiso Hotel, Superior room. Breakfast included.
Day 05 Panama Beach
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Time to relax on the beach!! Transfer to Panama Beach in Guanacaste.
Playa Panamá e 1 mile extension of taupe sand beach is bathed by clear waters with a soft current. One of the friendliest places on the northern Guanacaste shores, as locals here mix easily with visitors to create an environment that is perfect for those who want some peace and quiet. Ideal for those who enjoy sunbathing long walks along the shore, and a tranquil atmosphere.
Many water sports can be enjoyed including fishing, swimming, and windsurfing, among others, from a beach surrounded by the exuberant vegetation after which the beach was named.
Overnight at Casa Conde, standard room Breakfast included
Day 06 One Day Adventure Combo Guachipelin
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Canopy tour, Rock climbing, Tarzan swing, via ferrata, hanging bridges, that’s just the first activity that will be done in the morning , then a delicious lunch to get our energy back for the next activity, horseback riding through the dry forest and beautiful pasture land, for the last part of the day, what can be better that relaxing in hot water pools, water that comes directly from the volcano Rincon de la Vieja, also cover your body with volcanic mud extremely therapeutic, the volcano that is being the most important part of the beautiful panoramic views that you will be seeing during the all day.
Overnight at Casa Conde, standard room Breakfast included
Day 07 Playa Panama - San Jose
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Shuttle bus transfer back to San Jose.
Overnight at Country Inn & Suites Hotel, Superior room. Breakfast is included.
Day 08 Departure
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Departure. Transfer will be provided to the International airport.
End of services.
$1,365 Costa Rican Summer
Double occupancy: $1.365 p/p
Triple occupancy $1.235 p/p
January 03 to April 30,2012 &
July 01 to August 15, 2012
Except Christmas, New Years & Easter Week
$1,295 Green Season
Double occupancy: $1.295 p/p
Triple occupancy $1.170p/p
May 01 to June 30, 2012 &
August 16 to October 31, 2012
Prices are per person
Daily departures
Operated with a minimum of 2 passengers.
Private arrival & departure transfer at the airport
Shuttle bus transportation in a deluxe A/C motor coach throughout the whole itinerary (except on Day 3)
Private transfer Siquirres - Arenal
2 nights / Country Inn & suites Hotel / Superior room (B)
1 night / Pacuare Lodge / Garden bungalow (FB)
2 nights / Arenal Paraiso / superior room (B)
2 nights / Casa Conde del Mar / standard room (B)
Pacuare River - Whitewater rafting
LOST Canyon Adventure
Arenal Volcano Hike & Tabacon Hot Springs
Guachepelin Combo Tour
All meals as described above.
All taxes and service charges
Clothing: Costa Rica is a very informal and casual country. Formal attire is only used in the city of San Jose and on very special occasions (Weddings, birthdays, anniversaries)
We recommend to bring a sweater for the highland areas, and light loose fitting shirts, pants or jeans, and shorts for the lowland areas.
For the beach areas please don't forget to bring a hat or cap, sunscreen, and sun glasses.
For the rainforest and the National Parks we recommend hiking boots, a small backpack, water bottle, pocket knife, flashlight, insect repellent, rainwear, and a pair of binoculars to observe animals.