It's day three of your Costa Rica family getaway. Your daughter holds her breath as she cradles a giant blue morpho butterfly in her palm. Your son can't believe his eyes when he counts fifteen scarlet macaws in the branches of an almond tree. Your heart races as you catch your first wave in a surf lesson; Costa Rica offers great family vacations.
Welcome to Costa Rica – a land of unspoiled scenic beauty and protected ecological habitat, and one of the world's most family-friendly destinations. Hike past thundering waterfalls along rain and cloud forest trails teeming with monkeys and exotic birds. Raft the playful and scenic Reventazon River rapids and horseback ride through coffee-country with panoramic views of the Turrialba Valley. Stroll pristine beaches and wind your way by boat through protected mangrove in search of caiman, crocodiles, rainbow boas and egrets in Manuel Antonio National Park.
When night falls, savor the finger-licking flavors of authentic Costa Rican cuisine and relax and recharge in the comfort of your beautiful jungle lodge, plantation-style casa or eco-friendly beach hotel what more can yopu wish for from your great family vacations?
Accommodations: Your family getaway should be great fun and relaxing, thats why we do the hard work to pick out the very best places for you to stay:
Nights 1 - 2: Peace Lodge. Peace Lodge, located on the grounds of La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park, was built to embody the true essence of the rain forest and includes use of all the amenities of the Park. Rooms are designed with oversized balconies, Jacuzzi tubs, waterfall showers and grand stone fireplaces.
Nights 3 - 4: Casa Turire. A gateway to the rain forest and to Costa Rica's world famous whitewater rafting, Casa Turire combines the gracious charm of a colonial plantation home with the relaxed refinement of a Caribbean hacienda. In the heart of the verdant Turrialba agricultural region, this beautiful estate is flanked by the wild Reventazón River with the imposing presence of the Turrialba Mountains as a dramatic backdrop.
Nights 5 - 7: Arenas del Mar. Arenas del Mar is a beach and nature resort located next to Manuel Antonio National Park on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica. “Unique and spectacular beach and nature experiences combined with highest levels of comfort and sustainability in a local Costa Rican setting” define the concept of Arenas del Mar. The resort caters to travelers looking for more than just another high-end resort experience. Arenas del mar offers luxurious lodging in harmony with nature in a spectacular beach and rainforest setting. Guest rooms, apartments and suites offer spectacular ocean views, upscale dining in two hotel restaurants with a focus on fresh, local products and personalized service.
Night 8: Hotel Alta. The Alta Hotel is considered one of Costa Rica's best luxury hotels and resorts. It combines the natural splendor of Costa Rica with unsurpassed luxury in a relaxed atmosphere of understated elegance. Guests always receive the finest in personalized service while enjoying Alta’s royal accommodations, extensive facilities, thoughtful amenities and fine cuisine.
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive in the Central Valley.
Day 2: La Paz Waterfall Gardens.
Day 3: Horseback Riding on the Caribbean Slope.
Day 4: Whitewater Rafting.
Day 5: Manuel Antonio and Arenas del Mar.
Day 6: Damas Island.
Day 7: Manuel Antonio National Park, Surfing.
Day 8: San José.
Day 9: San José.
Notes:
Price: From $3,198 ($500 single supplement), Children 5-12: from $1,698
Available Dates:
- Feb 16 2008 - Feb 24 2008
- Mar 15 2008 - Mar 23 2008
- Apr 05 2008 - Apr 13 2008
- Jul 19 2008 - Jul 27 2008
- Aug 16 2008 - Aug 24 2008.
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