Rainforest Safari
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 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. During your stay, all meals and natural drinks will be included. (There is a 25 pounds per person maximum luggage weight permitted on small boats)
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: In the morning, bilingual naturalist guides will lead you on a tour through Tortuguero National Park ($10pp entrance fee not included). This is a wonderful and interesting experience where you can see abundant flora and fauna of Tortuguero National Park. Return to the lodge for lunch and free time for a siesta, enjoy the pool or go for a walk to the beach. Then you can stay at the lodge to explore the private trails of the lodge and visit the open butterfly garden. (Optional Tour: In the evening during the months of mid-July through mid-October, you can enjoy a Guided Turtle Nesting Tour availabale through the hotel)
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: 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 Finca Valverde Lodge. This is among the oldest farms in the traditional farming community of Monteverde and is owned by the Valverde family, one of the first to settle in the area. On their still productive land, the Valverde's harvest coffee for export, as well as most of the vegetables that are served in their small Monteverde hotel. During your stay, you will enjoy a Superior room equipped with 2 double beds or 1 double and 1 Single sofa bed, telephone, bathtub, mini-bar, coffee maker and Balcony with Cloud Forest view. Finca Valverde is conveniently located within walking distance to this unique Cloud Forest town. Breakfast included daily.
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 San Jose International Airport scheduled to arrive 3 hours prior to your departure.
Pura Vida!!!
Included Meals: Breakfast
Included in the Rainforest Safari Vacation:
- Travel Assistance while in Costa Rica
- Airport Greeting
- All Domestic Transportation
- Tortuguero Turtle Museum
- Tortuguero Town Tour
- Tortuguero National Park Tour
- Safari Float Tour
- Arenal Volcano Tour
- Hot Springs Admission
- Land - Boat - Land transportation to Monteverde
- Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve Tour
- Option of: Canopy Zipline or Canopy Suspended Bridges
- Manuel Antonio National Park Tour
- Damas Island Riverboat Safari
- 1 Night Hotel Don Carlos - San Jose
- 2 Nights Turtle Beach Lodge - Tortuguero
- 3 Nights Arenal Springs Resort & Spa - La Fortuna
- 3 Nights Finca Valverde - Monteverde
- 4 Nights The Falls Resort - Manuel Antonio
- 13 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 2 Dinners
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. Discount Rates are only available to first five room reservations per calendar date.
Call Now Toll Free 1-866-853-9426.
Discount Green Season rates apply to all vacations May 1 to November 30, 2012.
| Occupancy | Provided Transportation |
| Double | $1,699 |
| Triple | $1,499 |
| Quadruple | $1,399 |
| Single | $2,499 |
| Child under 10 yrs | $999 |
Discount High & Peak Season rates apply to all vacations between December 1, 2011 - April 30, 2012.
| Occupancy | Provided Transportation |
| Double | $1,899 |
| Triple | $1,699 |
| Quadruple | $1,599 |
| Single | $2,699 |
| Child under 10 yrs | $999 |
- 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. (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
