Smooth Tropics Inclusive Adventure - Classic
Choose Your Price!!! Classic Version | Signature Version | Gold Version
Day 1: Welcome to Costa Rica! Upon arrival to Liberia International Airport (San Jose International Airport can easily be arranged), you will be greeted by a Pacific Trade Winds S.A. representative. Private transportation will then be provided to the 4 Star Arenal Springs Resort located in La Fortuna, which now offers thermal hot springs overlooking the volcano. This fun little tourist town is located in the shadow of the imposing Arenal Volcano. During your stay, you will enjoy a Junior Suite equipped with king or queen size beds, A/C, cable TV, ceiling fan, refrigerator, telephone, security box, hair dryer, and Terrace with an amazing view of Arenal Volcano.
(Rental Car can be substituted for provided transportation)
Included Meals: Dinner if prior to 8pm hotel check in / *Itinerary is shown in Superior Hotel Class
Day 2: Today you will have your choice of 1 of the following options:
A) Take a walk through the canopy of the rainforest for a bird's eye view of the jungle. Over 80% of the wildlife lives in the canopy. With a little luck and cooperation from Mother Nature, your bilingual guide may point out monkeys, sloths, toucans and more.
B) You will soar through the tree tops of the Rainforest on your Canopy Zipline Adventure. This high flying, high speed canopy course located at the base of the volcano will leave you speechless!!! The canopy zipline is a one of a kind adrenaline packed tour which is Costa Rica's most popular adventure activity with thousands participating annually.
After the tour you will be able to relax and bathe in the tropical thermal hot springs at the resort.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Today you will have your choice of 1 of the following options:
A) Professional bilingual guides will navigate you through Class II and III rapids on the Rio Balsa. This is a great adventure for beginners and experienced rafters alike. Lunch included.
B) You will go on a river boat ride down Rio Frio in the wild Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge. A bilingual naturalist guide will point out the abundant wildlife, flora & fauna that call this park home. This reserve is another important sanctuary for a wide variety of endangered species. Lunch included.
After the tour you will be able to relax and bathe in the tropical thermal hot springs at the resort.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Transportation will be provided to Villas Playa Samara, which is a beach front property with villas located a little south of the Samara town center. Hotel amenities include swimming pool, jacuzzi, restaurant, bar, spa, and internet. During your stay, you will enjoy an air-conditioned One Bedroom Villa featuring a master bedroom with queen-size bed, a fully-equipped kitchen, breakfast bar, dining table, and a garden view. In true tropical style, there is no tv, but there is a hammock on the terrace with waves for background noise.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Also included: All house drinks (Both alcoholic & non at Villas Playa Samara)
Day 5: Today you will have your choice of one of the following options:
A) Today you will learn how to Stand Up Paddle Board on Playa Carrillo. Professional guides will teach you how to walk on water on a calm bay in front in a tropical setting. Stand up paddle boarding is a fun new sports and can be picked up within minutes of your lesson.
B) You will gon on a guided Snorkeling Tour to Isla Chora. You have your choice of boat or open top kayaks to the island. At the island we will stop to snorkel in an area known for many tropical fish and occasionally sea turtles.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Also included: All house drinks (Both alcoholic & non)
Day 6: A final chance to get back on the beach in front of the Pacific Sun and work on that tropical tan. This day will give you the opportunity to do what you want and make your own adventure! Whether relaxing on the beach beneath a shady palm tree with a refreshing beverage or choosing to take advantage of the free use of kayaks, snorkeling gear, boogie boards, or bikes, be sure to take advantage of this last whole day in Paradise!
Add a night time Sea Turtle Nesting Tour for an additional $50 per person.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Also included: All house drinks (Both alcoholic & non)
Day 7: Transportation will be provided to Liberia International Airport scheduled to arrive 3 hours prior to your departure.
Alternative Airport Options:
A) Shuttle transfer is available to San Jose Airport (SJO) for no additional cost if your flight is after 6pm.
B) Private transfers are available for any flight time for an additional cost, please inquire for details.
C) We can provide an afternoon shuttle to the Holiday Inn Express Airport hotel on Day 6 and provide an airport shuttle on Day 7 for no additional charge. If you choose this option lunch and dinner will not be provided on Day 6.
D) You can add an additional night at an airport hotel. Contact us for options and pricing.
Pura Vida!!!
Included Meals: Breakfast
Included in the Smooth Tropics Inclusive Adventure - Classic Version:
- Travel Assistance while in Costa Rica
- Airport Greeting
- All Domestic Transportation as described
- Unlimited Complimentary use of Hot Springs while at Arenal Springs Resort
- Choice of Canopy Zipline OR Canopy Hanging Bridges
- Choice of Whitewater Rafting or Cano Negro National Park Tour
- Choice of: Stand Up Paddlebording Lesson OR Snorkeling Tour
- Use of Kayaks, Snorkeling gear, Boogie boards and Bikes at Villas Playa Samara
- 3 Nights Arenal Springs Resort - La Fortuna
- 3 Nights at the Beachfront Villas Playa Samara – Playa Samara
- 6 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 6 Dinners
- All House Drinks (Both Alcoholic and Non Alcoholic) at Villas Playa Samara
(Classic Version)
Based on availability, this Private Vacation can be started on any date.
Limited time offers: Many of our Costa Rica vacation packages are now available at low discounted rates for a limited time only. These rates are only available through Pacific Trade Winds S.A., based on special agreements we have with each of the respective providers. Once the guest quotas have been met, this special offer will no longer be available. Sorry, this special rate applies for new customers only.
Call Now Toll Free 1-866-853-9426.
Dates of Travel:
2011-Oct-01 through 2011-Dec-22 OR
2012-Jan-07 through 2012-Mar-31 OR
2012-Apr-06 through 2012-Nov-30
Promotional rates apply ONLY to the first 5 reservations per calendar date.
| Occupancy | Provided Transportation | 4x4 Rental Car |
| Double | $999 | $999 |
| Triple | $849 | $849 |
| Quadruple | $749 | $749 |
| Single | $1,899 | $1,899 |
| Child under 10 years | $499 | $499 |
Regular Non-Promational Rates:
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- Rates are in U.S. dollars, per person, based on occupancy
- Prices Include Sales and Turismo Taxes
- Children's rates are based on staying with 2 adults in shared occupancy
- Car Rental rate includes 4x4 compact SUV with Manual Transmission and Unlimited Mileage, CDW, Mandatory Basic Insurance and Plates, Complimentary Cell Phone with 1 hour local usage. (Must be at least 25 years old for rental car and possess a valid credit card with available space of up to $750-1,500 must be presented upon signing for the rental vehicle, deposit varies on vehicle type)