Costa Rica Family Highlights
Day 1: Welcome to Costa Rica! Upon arrival to San Jose International Airport, you will be greeted by a Pacific Trade Winds S.A. representative. Private Transportation will be provided to the 4 Star Hotel Don Carlos, located in historic district of San Jose. Hotel Don Carlos is a small, but significant part of Costa Rica's rich heritage. In years past this San Jose hotel was a residence for two past Presidential families. During your stay, you will enjoy a spacious, Family Room, providing 2 double rooms specially designed for families who like to have a bigger and more comfortable space and privacy, separated by a bath room which is shared by both rooms. One room has a double bed and a sofa bed and the other has two single beds, cable TV in each room, shared telephone and safe deposit box, shared bathroom with hot water and hair dryer
Included Meals: 0 on Day 1
Day 2: Transportation will be provided to the All Inclusive Turtle Beach Lodge, located in Tortuguero. This Tortuguro lodge features comfortable beds, fans, cool tiled floors and two wide windows that let in gentle breezes from the jungle. During your stay, you will enjoy All Inclusive accommodations, including 3 meals daily and natural drinks. A bilingual naturalist guide will lead you tour from the city into the Braulio Carrillo National Park and through the agricultural versatility of the Limon lowlands, including pineapples, rice, cattle, a tour of a working banana plantation (closed Sundays and national holidays) and much more. In the afternoon, you will enjoy visiting Tortuguero village and a visit the National Park ($10 entrance fee not included). Turtle nests can often be found right on the property's half mile of beach. The baby turtles hatch from July through early November.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: In the morning, a bilingual naturalist guides will lead you on a tour through Tortugueo Canals where you can see abundant flora and fauna of Tortuguero National Park. In the afternoon, dress out in the jungle boots provided by TBL and explore the mysterious Tortuguero Jungle with your guide. Learn about the jungle flora and fauna as well as the animals that live in the tropical rain forest. (Optional Tour July - September: In the evening, you can enjoy a Guided Turtle Nesting Tour $30 per person additional if added)
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Transportation will 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.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Day 5: Professional bilingual guides will lead you through class I (less than) rapids on your Safari Float. This fun filled adventure will provide plenty of memories and the feel of whitewater rafting without the rapids. Along the way, your guide will point out the abundant wildlife that inhabits the river's edge.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Day 6: 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 7: Transportation will be provided to The Falls Resort located in Manuel Antonio. This new resort offers a refreshing approach to luxury accommodations in Manuel Antonio. The resort is surrounded by lush tropical gardens and waterfalls, providing a serene environment and splendid views. During your stay, you will enjoy a standard Suite equipped with king size bed, full bath with large walk in shower, cable television with DVD, mini-bar, overhead fan, air conditioning, covered porch with sitting area and a hammock for relaxation.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Day 8: A bilingual naturalist guide will lead you on a tour of discovery through Manuel Antonio National Park. Along the way your guide will point out the abundant wildlife, flora & fauna. This park plays a vital role in the global environment as it is home to a wide variety of endangered species.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Day 9: 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 Costa Rica Family Highlights Vacation:
- Travel Assistance while in Costa Rica
- Airport Greeting
- All Domestic Transportation
- Arenal Volcano Tour
- Hot Springs Admission
- Safari Float Tour
- Land Boat Land Transfer
- Tortuguero Turtle Museum
- Tortuguero Town Tour
- Tortuguero National Park Tour
- 1 Night Hotel Don Carlos
- 3 Nights at Arenal Springs Resort - La Fortuna
- 2 Nights The Falls Resort – Manuel Antonio
- 2 Nights Turtle Beach Lodge - Tortuguero
- 8 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 1 Dinner
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 |
| Double | $1,199 |
| Triple | $1,099 |
| Quadruple | $ 999 |
| Single | $ 1,799 |
| Children under 10 | $749 |
- Rates are per person, based on occupancy
- Prices Include Sales and Turismo Taxes
- The maximum weight permitted on small boats is 25 pounds per person
- The cost of the entrance fee to Tortuguero National Park is $10 per person (Please pay directly to your guide)
- The cost of the entrance to the Turtle Museum is $3 per person
Reserve Toll Free 1-800-630-9126 or 1-866-853-9426
