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One-of-a-kind 8-day Costa Rica vacation package to experience vibrant rainforests and natural wonders

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8 Days from $1,389

San Jose - Tortuguero - Arenal Volcano - Monteverde -

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Experience this unparalleled 8-day Costa Rica vacation package where you will delve into the natural wonders of the country’s vibrant rainforests and diverse natural habitats. Come view the splendid wildlife by boat as you cruise across the Tortuguero Conservation Area heading towards the Tortuguero National Park area and stay in a forest lodge. On your inspired Costa Rica travel package, take the opportunity to photograph caimans and crocodiles dozing on the banks, fresh water turtles basking on rocks and carefree monkeys swinging through the canopy with clinging babies. Visit the quiet and car-free Tortuguero Village with its deep Afro-Caribbean roots. Join in a guided nature-viewing hike through Tortuguero National Park. Take-in views of San Miguel beach, the village of Venecia, and the hot mineral springs ......

Program Highlights

Delve into the natural wonders of Costa Rica’s rainforest habitats
View the splendid wildlife by boat across the Tortuguero Conservation Area
Visit Tortuguero Village with its deep Afro-Caribbean roots
Join in a guided nature viewing hike through Tortuguero National Park
Take in views of San Miguel beach, the village of Venecia, and the hot mineral springs of Aguas Zarcas
Explore Arenal Volcano National Park, Venado Caves, and La Fortuna Waterfall on an optional excursion
Tour the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve

Includes

Hotel accommodation for 7 nights
Daily buffet breakfast, 3 lunches & 3 dinners
All transfers are based on private service
All tours are based on shared services
Visit Tortuguero Village
Guided hike through Tortuguero National Park
Tour the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Document holder and luggage tags
Hotel taxes and service charges

Small Groups

Notes

All rates are per person, based on double occupancy. Extra nights and triple occupancy available upon request. Rates are not valid during certain holidays and blackout periods
Please call for special international airfares and domestic flights in Economy or Business Class.

Local airport taxes, beverages, personal expenses, tips for guides, drivers and waitresses as well as all items not mentioned above are not included.

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Departures & Rates

*ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR TRAVEL IN LUXURY PROGRAM: AIRPORT & INTERCITY TRANSFERS ARE PRIVATE WITH ENGLISH-SPEAKING GUIDES.

HOTELS/STARTING FROM PRICES VALID THRU APRIL 2020

First Class

	Double	Single
	from $1389	from $1849

Deluxe

	Double	Single
	from $2209	from $3049

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Hotels

REAL INTERCONTINENTAL

San Jose - 1 Nights / Deluxe

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ANINGA LODGE

Tortuguero - 2 Nights / Deluxe

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ARENAL KIORO

Arenal Volcano - 2 Nights / Deluxe

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MONTEVERDE COUNTRY LODGE

Monteverde - 2 Nights / Deluxe

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CROWNE COROBICI

San Jose - 1 Nights / First Class

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EVERGREEN LODGE

Tortuguero - 2 Nights / First Class

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ARENAL MANOA

Arenal Volcano - 2 Nights / First Class

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EL ESTABLO MOUNTAIN HOTEL

Monteverde - 2 Nights / First Class

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Day 1 - SAN JOSE

Arrive in San José and transfer to selected hotel. Overnight in San José

Day 2 - SAN JOSE I TORTUGUERO NATIONAL PARK

This morning, we head towards the Northern Caribbean Lowlands. Once on the Caribbean side, embark on a scenic 2 ½ hour boat ride to Tortuguero National Park. The reserve hosts eleven different habitats, including rainforests, mangrove forests, swamps, beaches and lagoons. It is home to over 400 bird, 60 frog, 30 freshwater fish, and 3 monkey species. After lunch we’ll visit Tortuguero village. Overnight at your selected lodge. (B,L,D)

Day 3 - TORTUGUERO NATIONAL PARK

Enjoy your second day in Tortuguero National Park. Depending on the weather (the Park receives up to 250 inches of rain a year), join in a guided hike through the jungle to learn about the Park’s biological diversity and its ecosystems that support threatened flora and fauna species. Take time to explore the secondary canals where you will have a more intimate encounter with the 400-plus tree species. Overnight at your selected Lodge. (B,L,D)

Day 4 - TORTUGUERO NATIONAL PARK I ARENAL VOLCANO

Midmorning we head to Guapiles for lunch in the heart of Costa Rica’s banana growing region. Continue towards the north passing the agricultural town of Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui, San Miguel beach, the village of Venecia, and the hot springs of Aguas Zarcas to reach the town of La Fortuna. Overnight at your selected Lodge. (B,L,D)

Day 5 - ARENAL VOLCANO

This day is at your leisure to explore the area. We highly recommend a visit to the Arenal Volcano National Park (optional excursion). Although the Volcano is currently in a resting phase, it is assuredly still alive. The Park also offers a wide range of activities. From horseback riding and hiking to zip-lining, whitewater rafting, and more! You can also visit the Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge, Venado Caves and La Fortuna Waterfall. Overnight at your selected hotel. (B)

Day 6 - ARENAL VOLCANO I MONTEVERDE CLOUD FOREST

In the morning, depart to the Monteverde Cloud Forest. Board the passenger boat at Arenal Lake Dam dock for a 30-minute cruise across Lake Arenal, enjoying great views of the Volcano and the Monteverde mountain range. Then, by land, ascend through the Tilarán Mountain Range. Tonight, tour the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve and discover the wonders of the tropical cloud forest when most wildlife species are active and a new world awakens. (B)

Day 7 - MONTEVERDE CLOUD FOREST

Day at leisure to enjoy the Cloud Forest by day. It may be your only chance to spot the delightful quetzal with its iridescent green and brilliant blue body and red belly. Alternate tour options include: the Orchid Garden, Frog Pond, the small Bat Jungle; or Butterfly Garden. Beyond wildlife, you can opt to tour the Monteverde Cheese Factory, a coffee or sugar cane plantation tour, or enjoy zip-lining for beginners. Overnight at your selected hotel. (B)