Indigenous Culture Discovery
Day 1: Welcome to Costa Rica! Upon arrival to San Jose International Airport (Liberia 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. 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. Please see below for difference in pricing.)
Included Meals: 0 on Day 1 / **Itinerary is shown in Superior Hotel Class.
Day 2: In the afternoon, you will go on an easy hike through the Rainforest, with a bilingual naturalist guide who will point out the abundant wildlife, flora & fauna. When you reach the clearing, you will be at the closest observation point to Arenal Volcano. Being the third most active volcano in the world, Arenal erupts every 5 to 10 minutes.
After approximately 45 minutes of viewing, you will visit the geo-thermally heated Baldi Hot Springs where you will be able to relax & bathe as Arenal erupts in the background.
Options: Add dinner for an additional $20 per person. Upgrade to Eco Termales Hot Springs or Tabacon Grand Thermal Spa for an additional $50 per person including dinner.
Included Meals: Breakfast (Please see additional meal plan to add dinner)
Day 3: Today you will go on a Guided visit to the Maleku Indigenous Village. During your stay you will be able to immerse yourself in the colorful culture of these peaceful people. This tribe has roots to this region dating back thousands of years. Many of the old traditions are still carried on to this day. While you are here you will be able to help support the Malekus by purchasing hand crafted indigenous souvenirs.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Day 4: Transportation will be provided to the Sarapiquis Rainforest Lodge. The grounds and lodge are a replica of a Pre-Columbian Village that was actually discovered on these grounds. There is also a museum, archaeological park and botanical gardens on the property. Breakfast included daily.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Day 5: Today you will be able to explore the Pre-Columbian Archaeological Park, Chester Field's Botanical Gardens and Museum of Indigenous Culture. There are many fascinating exhibits and activities to examine of Costa Rica's rich cultural past.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Day 6. You will go on a river boat ride down the scenic Sarapiqui River. A bilingual naturalist guide will point out and explain the abundant wildlife, flora and fauna. This is another delicate eco system which contains a wide variety of endangered species.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Day 7: Private transportation will be provided to San Jose International Airport scheduled to arrive 3 hours prior to your departure.
Pura Vida!!!
Included Meals: Breakfast
Included in the Indigenous Culture Discovery Vacation:
- Travel Assistance while in Costa Rica
- Airport Greeting
- All Domestic Transportation
- Arenal Volcano Tour
- Hot Spring Admission
- Maleku Indigenuous Village Tour
- Sarapiqui Riverboat Tour
- Admission to Pre-Columbian Archaeological Park, Chester Field's Botanical Gardens and Museum of Indigenous Culture
- 3 Nights Arenal Springs Resort - La Fortuna
- 3 Nights Sarapiquis Rainforest Lodge - Sarapiqui
- 6 Breakfasts
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.
| Occupancy | Provided Transportation |
4x4 Rental Car |
| Double | $986 pp |
$1,021 pp |
| Triple | $874 pp |
$907 pp |
| Quadruple | $797 pp |
$828 pp |
| Single | $1,488 pp |
$1,558 pp |
| Child under 10 years | $447 pc |
$447 pc |
- Rates are 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. (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)
Reserve Toll Free 1-800-630-9126 or 1-866-853-9426
