Highlights:
- Rainforests & volcanoes
- Beaches & national parks
- Exotic birds & animals
After a quick tour of San Jose you'll head to the coastal Caribbean lowlands. A boat trip along the narrow waterways of Tortuguero NP leads to a hidden riverbank lodge in the rainforest. You can spot toucan and many other brightly coloured birds in the trees and perhaps crocodile in the water, as you explore the unique system of natural and man-made canals. Travelling back through banana plantations and past volcanoes you can also get wet with some great white water rafting.
La Fortuna lies at the foot of the Arenal Volcano. Here you can bathe in thermal waters and on a clear night you may see the volcano spluttering lava like a firework display. At Monteverde you can visit butterfly and snake farms and marvel at the brightlycoloured hummingbirds. Whilst walking trails in the Cloudforest you might be lucky enough to catch sight of a reclusive quetzal. Finally there's time to relax on golden Pacific Ocean beaches in Manuel Antonio NP where Capuchin monkeys play in the overhanging palm trees.
Tour Itinerary:
Days 1-2: Join trip San Jose; city tour
Days 3-4: Tortuguero NP
Days 5-6: Sarapirqui - Irazu volcano & optional rafting
Days 7-8: La Fortuna; Arenal Volcano & Tabacon hot springs
Days 9-10: Monteverde NP; canopy bridge walk
Days 11-13: Manuel Antonio NP; beach & jungle walks
Day 14: San Jose
Day 15: Trip ends. San Jose
Other info:
- Minimum age: 5 years Graded easy. Optional rafting is available for children of 9 yrs and older.
- Group size: Maximum 16 people. 3-6 families.
- Grade: Easy
- Climate: Year round destination.
- Trip Reference: FCR
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Local Payment: $240 USD
Dates:
July - December, 2007
March - December, 2008
Transport, accommodation and meals: Minibus or small bus, on foot. Small hotels/lodges (14nts). 14 breakfasts, 3 lunches & 2 dinners included.
Other costs:
- International airfare not included.
- Airport tax abroad not included.
Also see tour packages in:
Central America and Caribbean
Costa Rica
Ecotourism
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