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Jewels of Costa Rica
Lodging Tour 8 Days
This 8 day tour of Costa Rica's most famous and dynamic spots is sure to dazzle any time-pressed adventurer
NICARAGUA Tortuguero Arenal Monteverde Caribbean Sea San José
COSTA RICA Pacific Ocean Manuel Antonio PANAMÁ
ITINERARY
Departs our San José hotel at 06:30hrs 1 2 3 4 Tortuguero (HP) Tortuguero (HP) Arenal (HP) Arenal (HP) 5 6 7 8 Monteverde (HP) Monteverde (HP) Manuel Antonio (HP) San José
HP = hotel nights included in the price
TOUR ESSENTIALS
Duration: When to go: Accommodation: Meals: 8 days Year Round 7 hotel nights Paid locally
rom the nesting grounds of the green sea turtle on the Caribbean to the slopes of the active Arenal Volcano to the beautifully curled waves of the Pacific, this jam-packed trek offers one jewel after another! From the Costa Rican capital of San José, travel northeast to Tortuguero, one of the few breeding grounds for the green and hawksbill sea turtles. Along the way, take a boat cruise and marvel at the diverse wildlife. Stroll the beaches for a unique glimpse of the nesting grounds (with luck you may see turtles between June and September) and then take to the jungle to view the varied bird life. West from here, venture to Volcán Arenal, one of the most active volcanoes in the hemisphere. Enjoy the afternoon hiking and then spend the evening at one of the geo-thermal hot springs in the area listening from a safe distance to the volcanic rumblings that never cease to surprise. Get some rest after the soak in the hot, therapeutic waters and continue the journey over the northern mountain range to Monteverde. We may travel by boat, horse and our own feet (optional) to this famous cloud forest reserve or travel via the minibus to Monteverde. If you are incredibly blessed, you may even spot the resplendent Quetzal - the most elusive and mythic bird in all Central America. In Monteverde, we will make time for you to participate in a canopy tour. Zip along the tree tops at rushing speeds while the jungle seems to mock
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Central America - Lodging Tour
Year Round Departures
you with its exotic sounds. And what better place to finish this condensed exploration of Costa Rica than the world-famous Manuel Antonio National Park. Here you will find unspoilt jungle with hiddenaway beaches waiting to be explored. Spot the two-toe sloth or the swinging squirrel monkey and finish your trek with one final session of body surfing on the reliable waves of this beautiful beach. A late afternoon return to the capital concludes this breathtaking tour of Costa Rica.
WHATS INCLUDED
" Services of English/Spanish speaking tour leader and transportation " 5 hotel nights and 2 jungle lodge nights shown as (HP) in the itinerary with daily breakfast, 1 lunch, 1 dinner and all meals at jungle lodge " Scenic boat cruise " Wildlife viewing & guided walks " Admission to natural hot springs and dinner " Admission to all national parks as per itinerary
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Horseback riding " Hiking in cloud forest Boogie boarding " Zip wire/canopy tour
TREK TIP:
The best time to see turtles is May to October
For departure dates and prices please see pages 124 - 127
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