Day 1:  Welcome to Costa Rica!  Upon arrival to Juan Santamaria International Airport, you will be greeted by a Pacific Trade Winds S.A. representative.  You will then be brought 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, standard classic room, which is elegantly furnished and decorated, with one or two beds, cable TV, phone, private bathroom, safe deposit box, hair dryer, executive desk. Breakfast included daily.

Included Meals: 0 on Day 1

Day 2: Transportation will be provided to the Laguna Lodge located in Tortuguero.  Along the way, you will be transported by boat through the Tortuguero Canals.  After lunch, you will visit the small town of Tortuguero along with its museum and beach.  All rooms offer private bathroom, hot water, ceiling fan, reading lamps, wooden bench outside your room to sit and admire the gardens.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3:  Start off the day with a sunrise on the Caribbean Cruise through the Tortuguero Canals.  Later, you will have the option of going on a guided hike through Tortuguero National Park or another river boat cruise through the canals.  There is an optional night tour to observe Green Turtles nesting (July through September).

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Transportation will be provided to the 4 Star Arenal Springs Resort & Spa 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 your choice of two queen beds or one king size bed, A / C, fan, cable tv, phone, wireless internet, mini-bar, coffee maker, safe box, oversized bathroom with volcanic rock surroundings, hair dryer, and front patio providing an outstanding 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 7: Our famous Land-Boat-Land transportation to Monteverde.  After crossing Arenal Lake which provides some of the best photo ops of the imposing volcano, you will be brought to Hotel Heliconia. During your stay, you will enjoy a spacious Junior Suite constructed of native hardwoods. Your Junior Suite comes equipped with two King - Size beds, a spacious bathroom with large bath tub and shower, room safe, phone and spacious balcony.

Included Meals: Breakfast

Day 8: A bilingual naturalist guide will lead you on an easy hike through the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve.  Your guide will point out and describe many endangered species, as well as educate you on the importance of sustaining this vital reserve.  At an average elevation of 1,400 meters, this forest is home to numerous species of wildlife, unique to this area. 

Included Meals: Breakfast

Day 9:  You will soar through the tree tops of the Cloud Forest on your canopy zipline adventure.  This high flying, high speed canopy course consists of 16 ziplines, 1 rappel and a giant tarzan swing!!!  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.

For those who enjoy a slower pace:  A bilingual naturalist guide will lead you on an easy hike through the canopy of the Cloud Forest via suspended bridges.  Along the way he will point out the abundant wildlife, flora & fauna.

Included Meals: Breakfast

Day 10. 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 11:  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 12: Today you will go on a Mangrove Riverboat Ride through the Damas Island Estuary.  This is another delicate eco system which contains a wide variety of endangered species.  Your bilingual naturalist guide will point out the abundant birds, reptiles & wildlife that inhabit the mangroves. This day of exploration includes a hearty meal.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 13:  Enjoy a relaxing day on one of the most beautiful tropical beaches in the world.  Take a dip in the crystal clear blue waters of the South Pacific. Bask in the warm rays of the tropical sun, as you listen to the waves crashing and howler monkeys, (well howling) in the background.

Included Meals: Breakfast

Day 14:  Private transportation will be provided to Juan Santamaria International Airport scheduled to arrive 3 hours prior to your departure.

Pura Vida!!!

Included Meals: Breakfast

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.

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