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9 days / 7 nights
As a first approximation to Costa Rica, this voyage of discovery initiation is complete and attractive. It brings together in one day about three of the most visited National Parks in Costa Rica (Manuel Antonio, Irazu and Arenal), while offering the opportunity to make a real encounter with Costarican people and culture. An adventure in the heart of the wild and authentic Costa Rica. You’ll travel aboard a comfortable car with air conditioning and with a naturalist guide in your spoken language.
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Second dayIt is a road overlooking the legendary city of Cartago, which will take us through a lush and generous nature of the imposing Irazu volcano (3400 m) and the park (on foot). In the morning, the covered market of Cartago, will host a delicious journey to the land of fruits and vegetables, but also the opportunity to lunch in a traditional family environment. Visit the city and its famous Basilica – Nuestra Señora de Los Angeles, where Lankasters epiphytic orchid garden and combine to create a magical place, and finally the Ujarrás Mirador offers an exceptional view over the valley of Orosi and its coffee plantations. Accommodation and dinner at the Orosi Lodge Hotel.
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Third DayAddress to the south by the Pan American highway, we enjoy a break / lunch at 2500 m to go along with a local guide to respond to the rainforests of Quetzal (rare and mythical bird of Central America). Arrive late in the afternoon to a beautiful beach in the Pacific Ocean, Playa Baru.Our first sunset over the Pacific. Accommodations at Hacienda Baru (Biological and Ecological Reserve) in small houses. Dinner at the farm (or their equivalent: “Villas Rio Mar” Hotel).
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Fourth DaySpend the morning exploring the South Pacific and in particular, two of the beautiful wild beaches: Playa Uvita and Playa Ventana (volcanic sand). Swimming and relaxing under the coconut trees (perhaps with mask and snorkel). Lunch at the hacienda, and then in the afternoon walk in the Biological Reserve “Baru” Discover the forest, its fauna and flora. Opportunity to see many wild animals (Coates, toucan, armadillo …). At Night get a dinner at the ranch (or its equivalent: Hotel “Villas Rio Mar”).
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Fifth DayPopulated by an exceptional nature (bald monkeys, iguanas, exotic birds …) and a unique flora, Manuel Antonio Natural Park opened the doors of its terrestrial and aquatic paradise for a day of discovery. Do not forget your binoculars. Swimming is possible in the afternoon on the beaches bordering the National Park, while picnic also. Back in the afternoon to the town of Parrita, Dinner and Lodging at Bejuco Hotel.
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Sixth DayThe Arenal volcano (the most active in Central America) is undoubtedly one of the most spectacular views of the country. This day (of our arrival) will invite us to approach a waterfall located a few kilometers of the volcano (over 70 meters high). By late afternoon, relax in the warm waters of the volcano “Ecothermale” (Many small ponds await (25 °C to 55 °C)), as a sight seeing point also you can see possible eruptions. Dinner in Fortuna. Accommodation at ”La Cangreja” Hotel (View of the volcano).
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Seventh DayEarly in the morning we will explore the Arenal Volcano National Park. This tour will take us to walk safely lava flows created by the eruptions. Meals. Transfer to San José (capital), accommodation in El Sesteo Hotel or Colonial Hotel.
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Eighth DayTransfer to airport and departure to your country. |
Ninth DayArrival to your country in the morning, if you come from Europe. |
Rates
| Dates 2010 and 2011 tours | Low Season | Low Season | Green Season | Green Season |
| 01/05/10 – 09/05/10 | 785 Euros | 958 usd | ||
| 08/05/10 – 16/05/10 | 785 Euros | 958 usd | ||
| 15/05/10 – 23/05/10 | 785 Euros | 958 usd | ||
| 22/05/10 – 30/05/10 | 785 Euros | 958 usd | ||
| 29/05/10 – 06/06/10 | 785 Euros | 958 usd | ||
| 05/06/10 – 13/06/10 | 785 Euros | 958 usd | ||
| 12/06/10 – 20/06/10 | 785 Euros | 958 usd | ||
| 19/06/10 – 27/06/10 | 785 Euros | 958 usd | ||
| 03/07/10 – 11/07/10 | 795 Euros | 970 usd | ||
| 10/07/10 – 18/07/10 | 795 Euros | 970 usd | ||
| 17/07/10 – 25/07/10 | 795 Euros | 970 usd | ||
| 24/07/10 – 01/08/10 | 795 Euros | 970 usd | ||
| 31/07/10 – 08/08/10 | 795 Euros | 970 usd | ||
| 07/08/10 – 15/08/10 | 795 Euros | 970 usd | ||
| 14/08/10 – 22/08/10 | 795 Euros | 970 usd | ||
| 21/08/10 – 29/08/10 | 795 Euros | 970 usd | ||
| 04/09/10 – 12/09/10 | 795 Euros | 970 usd | ||
| 18/09/10 – 26/09/10 | 795 Euros | 970 usd | ||
| 02/10/10 – 10/10/10 | 795 Euros | 970 usd | ||
| 16/10/10 – 24/10/10 | 795 Euros | 970 usd | ||
| 30/10/10 – 07/11/10 | 795 Euros | 970 usd | ||
| 06/11/10 – 14/11/10 | 795 Euros | 970 usd | ||
| 13/11/10 – 21/11/10 | 795 Euros | 970 usd | ||
| 20/11/10 – 28/11/10 | 895 Euros | 1092 usd | ||
| 27/11/10 – 05/12/10 | 895 Euros | 1092 usd | ||
| 04/12/10 – 12/12/10 | 895 Euros | 1092 usd | ||
| 22/12/10 – 30/12/10 | 995 Euros | 1214 usd | ||
| 08/01/11 – 16/01/11 | 895 Euros | 1092 usd | ||
| 15/01/11 – 23/01/11 | 895 Euros | 1092 usd | ||
| 22/01/11 – 30/01/11 | 895 Euros | 1092 usd | ||
| 29/01/11 – 06/02/11 | 895 Euros | 1092 usd | ||
| 05/02/11 – 13/02/11 | 895 Euros | 1092 usd | ||
| 12/02/11 – 20/02/11 | 895 Euros | 1092 usd | ||
| 26/02/11 – 06/03/11 | 895 Euros | 1092 usd | ||
| 05/03/11 – 13/03/11 | 895 Euros | 1092 usd | ||
| 12/03/11 – 20/03/11 | 895 Euros | 1092 usd | ||
| 19/03/11 – 27/03/11 | 895 Euros | 1092 usd | ||
| 26/03/11 – 03/04/11 | 895 Euros | 1092 usd | ||
| 02/04/11 – 10/04/11 | 895 Euros | 1092 usd | ||
| 09/04/11 – 17/04/11 | 895 Euros | 1092 usd | ||
| 16/04/11 – 24/04/11 | 895 Euros | 1092 usd | ||
| 23/04/11 – 01/05/11 | 895 Euros | 1092 usd | ||
| 30/05/11 – 08/05/11 | 795 Euros | 970 usd | ||
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| seasson (period sunny, but cooler) | ||||
| this period is secured on the dates indicated | ||||
| and under certain conditions (see below) | ||||
| Once again: to extend your stay or travel in groups | ||||
| The price per person includes: | ||||
| All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) | ||||
| according to the preset menu organizer | ||||
| Guide Services | ||||
| Air-conditioned luxury transportation | ||||
| Check places and visits according to each tour | ||||
| The price per person Not included: | ||||
| Coming and return airfare | ||||
| see section (how to get there) | ||||
| local and airport taxes (26 p / p) | ||||
| drinks | ||||
| additional rooms | ||||
| Individual insurance (see section) | ||||
