Beach & Nature Holiday [+]

Beach & Nature Holiday

9 Days Visiting San Jose, Arenal & Manuel Antonio
Starting Price at $3899 for a family of four sharing one room
Explore the rainforest, observe an active volcano, visit a beautiful beach and enjoy fun activities on this family oriented expedition.

Itinerary

Day 01
ARRIVE TO COSTA RICA

Arrive at the International Airport. One of our representatives will meet you at the airport to welcome you and provide private van transportation to your hotel in San Jose.  Check in at the Double Tree Cariari Hotel for a two night stay.

Day 02
BRAULIO CARRILLO NATIONAL PARK

Morning pick up at your hotel for a bus drive through the Braulio Carrillo National Park en route to the Caribbean Aerial Tram facilities. This unique eco-tourism and research facility allow visitors to explore the rainforest canopy on an open-air gondola along with a naturalist guide. The rainforest canopy located in this area features one of the richest ecosystems known in the world where a wide variety of flora and bird species can easily be observed. Enjoy lunch on site prior to your return to San Jose at mid-afternoon. MEALS: B-L

Day 03
ARENAL VOLCANO & HOT SPRINGS

At morning, depart on private van transportation from San Jose to Arenal. During the afternoon enjoy a guided tour visit to Arenal Volcano National Park for a walk through its forest trails and past lava flows. During the activity you will learn about volcanoes, eruptions and contributions to the nearby town development models. Also, enjoy a walk through El Silencio trail to explore the primary tropical rain forest and finish at the Arenal Volcano observation point, which offer the closest and most direct lava flow vista. Late afternoon visit the natural hot springs in the area for a relaxing experience and if the cloud cover is high enough observe the natural fireworks. Check in for a two night stay at the Arenal Springs Hotel or similar. MEALS: B-D

Day 04
ARENAL CANOPY ADVENTURE

Meet your guide at the hotel for a short drive to the canopy starting point for safety talk and equipment use instructions prior to enjoying an exhilarating canopy adventure which will allow you to glide through the forest canopy on 18 different cables with a maximum length of 1200 feet and up to 120 feet high. You will also have the opportunity to walk through primary rainforest trails and a 63 feet long suspended bridge. MEALS: B

Day 05
MANUEL ANTONIO & CROCODILE SAFARI
Check out at morning from your hotel and departure on private van from Arenal to Manuel Antonio National Park, located on the Mid-Pacific Coast of Costa Rica. Stop en-route to enjoy a Crocodile Safari adventure visiting the habitat of one of the most important crocodile populations in Costa Rica. We will depart down the Tarcoles River on a boat and right into the heart of the area where the huge prehistoric creatures live in. You will have the opportunity to get a close up view of these species in their natural habitat and also explore nearby mangroves which are important nesting sites for migratory birds including the beautiful Scarlet Macaw. Check in for a three night stay at El Parador Hotel. MEALS: B-L

Day 06
MANUEL ANTONIO NATIONAL PARK

Morning pick up at your hotel for a half day tour to Manuel Antonio National Park. Considered to be one of the most beautiful rainforest parks in Costa Rica, you will explore with your guide the rainforest trails next to unspoiled and pristine white sand beaches.  During the afternoon you will be at leisure for independent activities. MEALS: B

Day 07
MANUEL ANTONIO BEACH

Today, relax at the beach or at the tropical pool at your hotel. Also, you may inquire to partake on other interesting tours available in the area. MEALS: B

Day 08
SAN JOSE

After check out from your hotel, meet one of our representatives for private van transportation back to San Jose. Upon arrival, check in for a one night stay at the Double Tree Cariari Hotel. MEALS: B

Day 09
At the appropriate time, private transportation to the International Airport for your return flight home. MEALS: B

Special Notes


MEALS INCLUDED AS SPECIFIED:  
B =Breakfast
L = Lunch
D= Dinner

This package includes:
-    Accommodations on standard room categories at specified hotels
-    Meals as specified
-    Hotel & Meal taxes
-    Land and/or air transportation as specified
-    Escorted daily excursions & entrance fees as specified on the itinerary
-    Children restrictions may apply according to minimum age required on certain excursions

Does Not Include:
-    International Airfare
-    Extras & Personal expenses
-    Tips & gratuities
-    Additional meals or alcoholic beverages unless otherwise stated
-    Costa Rica departure tax ($26.00 per person)

Rates:
Starting Price at $3899 for a family of four sharing one room (Two Adults and Two children 2-11 years old)