Your Itinerary
Day 1: Pick-up at the International Airport Juan Santamaría. We set out through the Braulio Carillo National Park towards the Caribbean coast to Samasati Nature Retreat. In the afternoon you will have the opportunity to finally relax and soak in the large Jacuzzi while looking at the sunset or enjoy a yoga class.
Day 2: We will explore Cahuita National Park. The coral reef of Cahuita National Park includes approximately 240 habitats. There are 123 different species of fishes, 44 species of crustaceans, 140 shellfish and 1281 seaweed species identified. We can also observe 35 different coral species such as the fire coral, the red coral and the black coral which is unique to this area. This tour will start with a boat trip to the coral reef where you will be snorkeling. Then you will follow a guided walk on the Cahuita National Park's trail, where wild animals are easily spotted in the middle of the abundant and colorful flora. The rest of the day is to be enjoyed lying on the white sand beach or visiting Cahuita village.
Day 3: A must for the adventurous, the canopy tour will give a real taste of the tropical rain forest. Eight aerial platforms and 1200 meters of cable are nestled deep into the jungle. Our professional guide will take you from one platform to the other explaining about the vegetation, the animals, and how the local indigenous use some of the herbs you will see. An incredible opportunity to "dive" into the jungle and enjoy it from above.
Day 4: Excursion to Punta Uva located in the Gandoca Manzanillo Wildlife refuge. Outside Magazine calls it "one the best seven beaches of the world." With the help of a trained guide, we will kayak in the ocean with a sea kayak sliding towards the Punta Uva River that unwinds through the jungle into a paradise of birds, wild animals and tropical plants. After the kayaking, the options are: exploring the Punta Uva promontory or snorkeling and sunbathing at the beach. Either way, this is a day full of adventure and wonders. Back at Samasati, we have the choice of hanging in our private hammock, have a massage, or try out a yoga class or...have it all!
Day 5: Visit to the Black Beach Botanical Garden. You will be able to observe an incredible quantity of flowers, ornamental and medicinal plants, rare plants, bizarre plants, plants for cosmetic use and plants that we use every day in the kitchen, like black pepper and vanilla. And, of course, all kind of tropical fruit trees, from the most commonly known to the least known. You actually will have the opportunity to taste fruits you probably never knew existed and learn about "plant's habits" that will surprise you! We will then enjoy tasty Caribbean cuisine at a beach side restaurant.
Day 6: Today the adventure is Waterfall Trekking to a majestic waterfall. Forty minutes to an hour walk in the jungle, in the river, up and down big rocks. Healing and powerful, the waterfall is like a jungle baptism. Jumping under the strong jets will massage and renew anyone!
Day 7: Free day. A good time to enjoy a massage, hang in your hammock, or have a lazy stroll at the beach.
Day 8: A relaxing morning and light breakfast before heading back to San Jose International Airport Juan Santamaría. The drive takes approximately 4.5 hours without stop.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Single occupancy private bath:$ 1,565
Double or Triple occupancy private bath: $ 1,215 per person
Single, double shared bath: $ 1,125 per person
Included:
• Lodging and taxes
• round-trip transfer International Airport Juan Santamaría - Samasati Nature Retreat - International Airport Juan Santamaría
• All meals
• Excursions with bilingual (English/Spanish) guide to following sightseeings: Snorkeling at Cahuita National Park, Kayaking at Punta Uva, the Black Beach Botanical Garden, a Canopy Tour and Waterfall Trekking.
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