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Paddle Caribe

Day 1 - Arrive in San Jose, transfer airport-hotel. Overnight in San Jose.

Day 2 - On our first day we head to the mighty Reventazón River. Today will be an introduction of our Paddle Caribe adventure, combining Class III rafting with a Jungle Kayaking practice. This will set the stage for our paddling trip. Overnight at local Hotel. (B,L)

Day 3 - Drive to Tortuguero National Park Ranger Station. Quietly navigate into the heartland of this amazingly diverse National Park. Overnight at Mawamba Lodge (B,L,D)

Day 4 - Explore totally unobtrusive lagoons and test your paddling endurance through Tortuguero's waterways. Overnight at Mawamba Lodge (B,L,D)

Day 5 - Depart Tortuguero, today we'll overnight at a local Hotel close to our Operations Center. Relax this afternoon and get ready for the Pacuare. (B,L)

Day 6 - The Pacuare river will guarantee one of the most breathtaking tropical rainforest experiences. Paddle this whitewater utopia far removed from civilization's rush and live it's heart-pounding excitement. Overnight at Lodge (B,L,D)

Day 7 - Today is designed to enjoy the Lodge's surroundings: hiking, bird watching, soaking in our waterfalls and pools or simply relax. Overnight at Lodge (B,L,D)

Day 8 - Paddle into the Pacuare gorge past gushing waterfalls, serene pools and pounding rapids. Upper and Lower Huacas, Cimarron, Dos Montañas and many more, will have you cheering ecstatically. A short drive from the take-out to our Operations Center for an exquisite hot lunch, showers, changing rooms, cold and hot drinks. Overnight in San Jose (B,L,D)

Day 9 - Transfer Hotel - Airport

Rate: US$1,210.00 Per Person - Double Occupancy

2003 Departure Dates: May 11-18, June 14-22, July 19-27, Aug. 16-24, Sept. 13-21, Oct. 18-26, Nov. 22-30, DEc. 13-21