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Costa Rica Nature Adventure with Guanacaste
Travel in a Small Group through Costa Rica's rainforests, waterways and coast, with every detail taken care of along the way. Glide along tree-lined canals, relax in thermal pools, taste chocolate made from some of the world's best cacao and step back in time with a local Quaker in Old Town Monteverde. This Costa Rica tour connects you to the country's natural highlights, local stories and rich biodiversity, including three days to slow down and enjoy the laid-back beauty of Guanacaste.
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Included With Your Trip
- All porterage and restaurant gratuities An expert Travel Director and professional Driver Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted All hotel tips, charges and local taxes Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing All transport and transfers shown Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys) Optional Experiences and free time On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.
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Welcome to San Jose
Touch down in San Jose, Costa Rica's capital and the gateway to your small group adventure. Set in the Central Valley, the city brings together mountain views, busy markets, museums and cafes that give you your first feel for local life. Meet your Travel Director, then join your fellow travelers for dinner and a first taste of pura vida, Costa Rica's easy-going approach to life. Hear what lies ahead, from rainforest waterways and volcanic landscapes to cloud forest trails and the beaches of Guanacaste.
Hotel: Sheraton San Jose
Discover the Natural Beauty of Tortuguero National Park Dive into Culture Stays with Stories
Journey to San Isidro de Heredia where you'll Dive into Culture with master chocolatiers Julio Fernandez and George Soriano to learn about the history of chocolate and its production at this artisanal workshop. Then, continue towards the coast where you'll embark on a river journey through protected wetlands and on to secluded Tortuguero, gliding through canals, lagoons and lowland rainforest. Arrive at your Stays with Stories at Laguna Lodge, where you'll learn the story of how the lodge was built with materials that protect this biodiverse environment and natural habitat. Later, enjoy dinner at your hotel accompanied by the enchanting sounds of resident cicadas and tree frogs.
Hotel: Laguna Lodge
Visit the wildlife of Tortuguero National Park Make Travel Matter
Take a morning cruise with small group through the waterways of Tortuguero National Park with a Local Specialist, keeping an eye out for monkeys, toucans and other wildlife unique to this region. Visit the village of Tortuguero before returning to your lodge for lunch. After your morning introduction on the waterways, explore deeper as you drift on an afternoon cruise in one of Costa Rica's most biodiverse corners. Later, Dive into Culture as you join Cloied, a well-known figure from one of Tortuguero's pioneer families, to prepare a traditional coconut dessert together before dinner at the lodge.
Hotel: Laguna Lodge
Sample heart of palm in Sarapiqui Make Travel Matter
Bid adios to Tortuguero as you travel through the Sarapiqui region, where you'll meet the Tico family for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience at their palm plantation. Here, you'll learn about and sample the delicate heart of palm. Later, at Hacienda Pozo Azul, you'll meet the Quintana family to experience how their eco-friendly hacienda, originally built as a retirement project, has blossomed into an eco-adventure hub. During this Be My Guest experience, you'll learn firsthand how they're reducing their carbon footprint while supporting the local community.
Hotel: Arenal Paraiso Resort and Spa, Magic Mountain Spa & Conference Center
Venture into Arenal Volcano Area Connect with Locals
Head to the Arenal Hanging Bridges to walk eye-level with the rainforest canopy. Look out for monkeys swinging through the trees, sloths tucked into the foliage and birds calling overhead, with views out to the majestic Arenal Volcano. The rest of this afternoon is yours to explore or unwind at your own pace, immersed in Arenal's beauty. Whether you're craving adventure or relaxation, a variety of Optional Experiences await. Choose to take a guided walk through La Fortuna to learn about native wildlife, paddle across Lake Arenal by kayak or soak in natural thermal pools followed by dinner surrounded by rainforest.
Hotel: Arenal Paraiso Resort and Spa, Magic Mountain Spa & Conference Center
Immerse in the stories of Monteverde Cloud Forest Connect with Locals
Enjoy a leisurely morning, with time to relax and take in your surroundings before you set off for the stunning Monteverde Cloud Forest. As you arrive in this mist-covered paradise, you'll be immersed in the wonder of one of Costa Rica's most unique ecosystems. This evening, you'll enjoy an engaging Pioneer Quaker Presentation. You'll meet a descendant of Monteverde's Quaker pioneers, whose families made the courageous journey from Alabama in the early 1950s. They'll share their personal stories of settling in this remote area and reflect on the changes they've witnessed in the community over the years. It's an evening where history, culture, and connection come to life in the heart of Monteverde.
Hotel: El Establo Mountain
Wander the Monteverde Cloud Forest
This morning, join your Travel Director for an excursion through the lush rainforests of a Monteverde Cloud Forest. Later this afternoon, opt to ascend to the treetops high above the jungle floor below, treading lightly along the Sky Walk suspension bridges amongst the wildlife that find sanctuary in the boughs of the surrounding canopy. As our epic eco-adventure nears its end, we share stories with newfound friends at a dinner.
Hotel: El Establo Mountain
On the shores of Guanacaste
Leave the cloud forests of Monteverde behind and travel with your small group towards Costa Rica's Pacific coast. Arrive in Guanacaste and continue to Tamarindo Beach, a surf town known for its wide sands, beachside cafes and easy coastal pace. After check-in at your beachfront retreat, the rest of the day is free. Walk along the palm-lined shore, browse local shops, watch the surfers or settle in with a cool drink as the beach shifts from afternoon sun to evening color.
Hotel: Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort
Surf and play in Guanacaste
Spend today your way in Tamarindo. Swim in the Pacific, explore the town's surf shops and galleries or take it slow at a beachfront cafe. If you're after more adventure, choose an Optional Experience sailing Tamarindo's Gold Coast by catamaran, with time to swim and a barbecue served on board as the sun sets.
Hotel: Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort
Depart Liberia
Bid farewell to your fellow small group travelers as your Costa Rican journey ends. Enjoy a complimentary transfer to Guanacaste Airport, taking pura vida memories with you.
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