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Day #1, 2008
- Fly into San José, Costa Rica - Met by My Costa Rica Representative - Private Transfer from Airport to Hotel - Stay at the Country Inn and Suites (Standard Double) The newest and only Country Inns & Suites in San Jose, Costa Rica, in the middle of everything, located on the avenue that communicates the capital city with the International Airport, in Ciudad Cariari, the main industrial zone of the country, close to shopping, with easy access to the downtown financial and historic centre of the city. Breakfast Buffet Included.  Day #2, 2008 - Shuttle Transfer to Tortuguero from San Jose (approx 4 hours) - Tour of Tortuguero – Day 1 Leave your hotel in the morning. Admire the biodiversity of an astonishing protected area in Costa Rica as we drive by Braulio Carrillo National Park, a primary forest in 95% of its extension. Have a taste of our delicious Costa Rican breakfast en route. Board a comfortable boat upon arrival to the port and let this extraordinarily exotic paradise enchant you, as you travel along the Tortuguero Canals. Enjoy a refreshing cocktail and a delicious Lunch as we welcome you to Laguna LODGE. After lunch, we will visit the museum, the beach area and the small and picturesque town of tourtuguero. A delightful dinner will be served upon arrival to the lodge. (B/L/D). 
- Stay at Laguna Lodge (Standard Double) This small and cozy lodge, especially designed for the complete enjoyment of the natural marvels of the Tortuguero National Park, is located on a narrow strip of land between the Caribbean Sea and the Tortuguero Lagoon. Includes all meals, tours, and transportation. Drinks or park entrances not included Day #3, 2008 - Tour of Tortuguero – Day 2 OPTIONAL MORNING TOUR: Enjoy nature its best as you undertake a journey through the canals at dawn, and take your best short of a real Caribbean sunrise. Discover Costa Rican flavors as you enjoy breakfast at Laguna LODGE. Get ready to hike Tortuguero Hill or travel along the well-known Tortuguero Canals and have the experience of your life in this unique paradise of magnificent flora and fauna. Enjoy a delicious lunch at the lodge. Take your time to enjoy our private trails, ride a boat through the canals or just relax. OPTIONAL NIGHT TOUR: Walk on the beach and admire the green turtles nesting (July through September). (B/L/D). - Stay at Laguna Lodge (Standard Double) Day #4, 2008 - Tour of Tortuguero – (Arenal Drop Off) Breakfast at the lodge. Departure to Arenal Volcano. Lunch en route. Change to private bus in Sarapiquí. Arrival in Arenal late afternoon. (B/L) - Private Transfer to Arenal from Sarapiquí  - Stay at Arenal Springs (Standard Double) One of Arenal’s newest, Arenal Springs offers peace and quiet in a relaxing setting. Comfortable and spacious are off the main road on a large property surrounded by lush gardens and offer spectacular volcano views! Includes breakfast buffet. Day #5, 2008 - Canopy Adventure Combination (half day) Take either a horseback ride or tractor ride up to the first observation point where you will start a natural history walk through the jungle to the first canopy cable. These cables are located in such a way that they start from platforms at ground level ensuring that if a tree did fall it will not produce any time laps in the tour. The cables, 10 in total, span lengths of 200 meters up to the longest of 800 meters; each cable offers a different sensation and experience crossing canyons, observing waterfalls, over the tops of trees or leaving from a spectacular OBSERVATION TOWER 18 meters high. The Fortuna and Pino Blanco waterfalls, along with the majestic Arenal Volcano accompany us on this trek. Includes: transportation, guide, and all equipment. - Arenal Volcano Observation Hike and Baldí Hot Springs with Dinner Hike through the tropical rain forest to a prime volcano observation point where you can see the natural phenomenon of an active volcano spewing lava rocks before your eyes. Then enjoy thebeautifully manicured hot springs gardens and dinner. Includes beverages, snacks, entrance to the hot springs, buffet dinner and a bilingual guide. What to bring: comfortable shoes, long pants, bathing suit, towel, camera and binoculars. - Stay at Arenal Springs (1 Double Standard) Day #6, 2008 - Shuttle Transfer to Tamarindo from Arenal Volcano (approx 4 hours)  - Stay at the Barcelo Playa Langosta (Standard Double)Wonderful all-inclusive beachfront resort on Playa Langosta, walking distance the famous surf town of Tamarindo and great surf breaks. Enjoy great daily selections from the buffet restaurant, dance in the evening with the nightly entertainment, enjoy any of the daily activities set up, or just relax in the pool or on the beach. This resort has plenty for everyone and is always a good time! Day #7, 2008 - Congo Trail Canopy Tour (half day, morning) Climb high into the rainforest canopy. Ride zip lines, repel and walk through nature. Tour includes 14 platforms and 11 zip lines. Afterwards you will visit the nearby Butterfly farm. Includes transportation, and a bi-lingual guide. Bring hiking boots or tennis shoes, shorts or pants, and camera. - Stay at the Barcelo Playa Langosta (Standard Double) Day #8, 2008 - All-Terrain Vehicle Mountain Tour (approx. 2 ½ hours) Exciting excursion through the tropical forest of Guanacaste. Amazing views from the hillsides and exotic wildlife make this tour unforgettable. Includes transportation, guide and ATV. What to bring: Camera, T-shirt, long pants, tennis shoes, insect repellent, sun glasses, towel, and suntan lotion. - Stay at the Barcelo Playa Langosta (Standard Double) Day #9 - Private Transfer from Hotel to Airport (approx 15 minutes) - Return flight home (When exiting CR, must pay $26 airport exit tax per person. You must pay this tax inside the airport terminal BEFORE checking in with your airline.) Day #1, 2008
 - Fly into San José, Costa Rica - Met by My Costa Rica Representative - Private Transfer from Airport to Hotel - Stay at the Hotel Alta (Deluxe Double) Picturesque Spanish Colonial architecture, minutes from the bustling city of Escazu and the typical Costa Rican town of Santa Ana. The Alta Hotel combines the natural splendor of Costa Rica with unsurpassed luxury. In a relaxed atmosphere of understated elegance, guests will always receive the finest in personalized service while enjoying Alta’s royal accommodations, extensive facilities, thoughtful amenities and fine cuisine. Continental breakfast included. Day #2, 2008 - Shuttle Transfer to Tortuguero from San Jose (approx 4 hours) - Tour of Tortuguero – Day 1 Leave your hotel in the morning. Admire the biodiversity of an astonishing protected area in Costa Rica as we drive by Braulio Carrillo National Park, a primary forest in 95% of its extension. Have a taste of our delicious Costa Rican breakfast en route. Board a comfortable boat upon arrival to the port and let this extraordinarily exotic paradise enchant you, as you travel along the Tortuguero Canals. Enjoy a refreshing cocktail and a delicious Lunch as we welcome you to Pachira LODGE. After lunch, we will visit the museum, the beach area and the small and picturesque town of tourtuguero. A delightful dinner will be served upon arrival to the lodge.  (B/L/D).- Stay at Pachira Lodge (Standard Lodge) This small and cozy lodge, especially designed for the complete enjoyment of the natural marvels of the Tortuguero National Park, is located on a narrow strip of land between the Caribbean Sea and the Tortuguero Lagoon. Includes all meals, tours, and transportation. Drinks, park entrances and optional tours not included. Day #3, 2008 - Tour of Tortuguero – Day 2 OPTIONAL MORNING TOUR: Enjoy nature its best as you undertake a journey through the canals at dawn, and take your best short of a real Caribbean sunrise. Discover Costa Rican flavors as you enjoy breakfast at Laguna LODGE. Get ready to hike Tortuguero Hill or travel along the well-known Tortuguero Canals and have the experience of your life in this unique paradise of magnificent flora and fauna. Enjoy a delicious lunch at the lodge. Take your time to enjoy our private trails, ride a boat through the canals or just relax. OPTIONAL NIGHT TOUR: Walk on the beach and admire the green turtles nesting (July through September). (B/L/D). - Stay at Pachira Lodge (Standard Double) Day #4, 2008 - Tour of Tortuguero – (Arenal Drop Off) Breakfast at the lodge. Departure to Arenal Volcano. Lunch en route. Change to private bus in Sarapiquí. Arrival in Arenal late afternoon. (B/L) - Private Transfer to Arenal from Sarapiquí  - Stay at Lost Iguana Resort (Standard Deluxe Double) The Lost Iguana Resort is one of Arenal's newest hotels, offering luxury accommodations in the rain forest. The resort's 100-acre property overlooks the world's most active volcano, Arenal Volcano. All rooms are luxuriously appointed with local and international artwork. All rooms include the following amenities: Coffee Service, Mini Bar Refrigerator, Safe Deposit Box, Satellite TV, AC and Ceiling Fans, King Bed or 2 Full Size Beds, and Private Balcony with Volcano View. Buffet breakfast included. Day #5, 2008 - Arenal Volcano Observation Hike and Baldí Hot Springs with Dinner Hike through the tropical rain forest to a prime volcano observation point where you can see the natural phenomenon of an active volcano spewing lava rocks before your eyes. Then enjoy the beautifully manicured hot springs gardens and dinner. Includes beverages, snacks, entrance to the hot springs, buffet dinner and a bilingual guide. What to bring: comfortable shoes, long pants, bathing suit, towel, camera and binoculars. - Stay at Lost Iguana Resort (Standard Deluxe Double) Day #6, 2008  - Private Transfer to Tamarindo from Arenal Volcano (approx 4 hours)- Stay at Capitan Suizo (Room w/A.C.) This hotel epitomizes the laid-back charm of this seaside community. The centerpiece of Capitán Suizo is a large free-form swimming pool surrounded by glorious gardens. Breakfast included in all but the apartment. Day #7, 2008 - Congo Trail Canopy Tour (half day, morning) Climb high into the rainforest canopy. Ride zip lines, repel and walk through nature. Tour includes 14 platforms and 11 zip lines. Afterwards you will visit the nearby Butterfly farm. Includes transportation, and a bi-lingual guide. Bring hiking boots or tennis shoes, shorts or pants, and camera. - Stay at Capitan Suizo (Room w/A.C.) Day #8, 2008 Enjoy the beautiful beaches of Tamarindo or Playa Langosta – some of Costa Rica’s best! - Stay at Capitan Suizo (Room w/A.C.) Day #9, 2008 - Sunset Sailing Cruise ( 3 hours approximately) This is a 3-hour excursion that leaves at 3pm and lasts until sunset. The tour includes beverages such as cold beer, white and red wine, juices, soft drinks, chips &dips and veggies and a delicious plate of tropical fruits. 4-person minimum. What to bring: sun block, sunglasses, hat, light clothing, light jacket, bathing suit and towel (if on the morning tour). - Stay at Capitan Suizo (Room w/A.C.) Day #10, 2008 - Private Transfer from Hotel to Airport (approx 15 minutes) - Return flight home (When exiting CR, must pay $26 airport exit tax per person. You must pay this tax inside the airport terminal BEFORE checking in with your airline.) Click Here to go now |
