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COSTA RICA ADVENTURE - 10 days / 9 nights

Day 1 - (B) Arrival in San José. Meet and greet at the airport and transfer to your hotel. Villa Tournon

Day 2 - (B, L) Early morning you will be picked up the Pacuare Whitewater Rafting Tour (class III-IV). The crisp clear water of the Pacuare, Latin America’s first Wild and Scenic River, offers some of the finest whitewater in the world, providing the adventurous rafter with a ride of great natural beauty. After this tour transfer to the Arenal Volcano area. Rest of the afternoon at leisure. Lomas del Volcán. It offers 46 spacious, rustic cabin-like rooms. Each cabin includes two terraces, with spectacular views of the Arenal Volcano, two queen size beds, private bathroom w/ hot water, A/C, coffeemaker, telephone, free safety box, and a refrigerator. Facilities and services include a bar, restaurant, a swimming pool, Jacuzzi, room service until 9pm, parking, and wireless Internet connection at the lobby and the hotel’s restaurant.

Some of the activities this area has to offer include: Arenal Volcano Hiking Trip, Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge, Safari Float Adventure, Canopy Tour, Rio Celeste Hiking Exploration, White Water Rafting, Horseback Ride to the La Fortuna River Waterfall and Trip to Danaus Butterfly Farm and Gardens.

Day 3 - (B) Today adventure will take you to the Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge, where you will enjoy a canoe trip. Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge protects a large variety of bird species (migrating and resident). This is also home to a significant number of endangered mammals and reptile species, including crocodiles, turtles, monkeys, and tapirs, among others. Its natural waterways and damp areas are unique in the country and provide the key ecosystem for all its wildlife. Balance of the day at leisure to enjoy the hotel facilities or explore the surroundings. Lomás del Volcán

Day 4 - (B) After breakfast at the hotel, you will be picked up for the Horseback Riding Tour from Arenal to Monteverde.You will travel through a very scenic and safe trail along the Arenal Lake where you'll get several glimpses of the famous and very active Arenal Volcano and ride beside lush and beautiful rainforest – try and spot toucans, Montezuma Oropendolas, sloths, monkeys, the elusive "paca" and other tropical creatures. Upon arrival in Monteverde check in at the hotel and rest of the day at leisure. Monteverde Cloud Forest Lodge. This lodge features a total of 20 rooms; all have one double and one single bed, as well as private bathroom with hot water. The rooms are surrounded by lush vegetation. Telephone service is available at the reception desk, and there is a TV in the lounge (the rooms do not have TVs since the aim is to provide a peaceful, relaxed atmosphere in which nature can be fully appreciated.) Other facilities include bar and restaurant service, horseback riding tours, the Canopy Tour (sliding along wires that hang from one treetop to another), as well as the lodge's 5 Km/3.10 mile private trails, and 70 acres of primary and secondary forests. The restaurant has a good view of the Gulf of Nicoya.

Ideal for birdwatchers and nature lovers that are active, enjoy the wilderness, and like to stay at rustic mountain lodges. This is a high altitude region (1400 meters/4592 feet above sea level), and temperatures can drop to 12º C. Therefore, we recommend that you bring a jacket, and a raincoat (after all, it is the rainforest!). Four wheel drive vehicles are highly recommended for those finding their own way there.

Day 5 - (B) After breakfast at the lodge departure to the Sky Adventures Park, where you will enjoy the Sky Walk (a complex system of suspended bridges, platforms and paths), the Sky Tram (aerial tram). And the Sky Trek (system of trails, canopy platforms, one treetop platform, one suspension bridge and ziplines built within the cloud forest). This tour offers the opportunity to experience the cloud forest from a different point of view than other tours available in this area. Transfer back to the hotel after the tour. Rest of the day at leisure. Monteverde Cloud Forest Lodge

Day 6 - (B) After breakfast, transfer to Tamarindo Beach, a superb swimming beach on the North-Pacific coast, located about 4 hours drive from Arenal. Tamarindo Diria.

Tamarindo Diriá has 183 rooms, each offering electronic locks, cable TV, one king size bed or two full beds, mini bar, private bathroom, and access to wireless internet. The rooms are divided into categories offering several different options.

The hotel also offers a bar, and a restaurant featuring national and international cuisine and a complimentary breakfast buffet, as well as two swimming pools, tennis courts, golf course, amphitheater, and conference rooms. There are a variety of small shops, restaurants and bars nearby in the small town of Tamarindo, where clients may enjoy seafood and Italian cooking. Activities include: sports fishing, snorkelling, aquaerobics, horseback riding, surfing, turtle watching tours (from November to March), and visits to the reserves and national parks nearby such as Palo Verde, Rincón de la Vieja Volcano, and Santa Rosa.

Suitable for families and for those looking for middle-budget accommodation at a medium sized beachfront hotel. This is an easy-access hotel (no 4WD car is needed to reach Tamarindo Diriá, or to move around the area’s beaches).

Day 7-8 - (B) Days at leisure in Tamarindo for optional activities such as fishing, diving, horseback riding, hiking or just relaxing on the beach. Tamarindo Diria

Day 9 - (B) Morning at leisure in Tamarindo. Early afternoon transfer back to San José. Rest of the day at leisure. Villa Tournon

Day 10 - (B) Private transfer to the San Jose International Airport.

Rates: per person based on double occupancy in US$ dollars:

The program includes:
• Meet & greet upon arrival
• Accommodation as detailed above
• Ground Transfers or Rental Car
• Tours as described above
• Meals as specified (B= breakfast, L= lunch, D= dinner)
• All taxes

Does not include optional activities

*Option with Private Transfers Alternative: A private driver will pick up the clients directly at the hotel and will take them to the next destination. The schedules can be flexible (unless they have to connect with other transfers or be in a certain place at a specific moment) and they do not have to wait for other clients, since this is a private service.

**Shared Transportation Alternative: This service works on routes and pre-established schedules. A driver picks up the clients in different hotels and goes directly (without stopping) to the destination. Once there, the driver goes to the different hotels to leave the passengers. This is called door-to-door Ground operation. An individual client usually travels with other tourists that he/she does not know.

***Rental Car Alternative: Renting a car is a convenient way to move around the country as it gives you the freedom to explore at will. Our preferred car rental companies offer a complete list of services, including a modern fleet of vehicles and pick-up and drop-off services in San José as well as in the main tourist destinations. We would recommend a 4WD whenever possible and depending on the places you wish to visit, as they are more robust vehicles and a more reliable option for difficult roads. The rate provided does not include the Mandatory Insurance (USD 18.00 per day of rent). Clients will pick up the vehicle (Daihatsu Bego 4x4) on Day 02 and return it on Day 09.