Costa Rica: Escape to Paradise

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Overview
Highlights
- Explore the wonders of Manual Antonio National Park—one of the most beautiful parks in the world!
- Sail by catamaran along the stunning Pacific coastline and snorkel amidst spectacular coral reefs
- Enjoy whitewater thrills on the mighty Río Pacuare and zip line through the rainforest at the amazing Ríos Tropicales Lodge
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Trip includes
- Expert leadership
- Accommodations as noted in itinerary (or similar)
- Meals as noted in the itinerary
- Airport transfers
- Sightseeing as noted in the itinerary
- Ground transportation
- Additional guides and porters where necessary
- Tips for lodge, hotel, or camp staff
- Entrance fees and permits, unless noted separately in costs
- Basic medical and evacuation insurance
Itinerary

Accommodation: Si Como No
Fly to San José and take a 25-minute transfer flight to Quepos, just a short drive from your picture-perfect resort hotel in Manuel Antonio on the Pacific Coast. Here you’ll be treated to the wonders of Manuel Antonio National Park, with its beautiful white-sand beaches surrounded by emerald waters and jungle. Unwind in your tropical haven!
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Si Como No
Enjoy a fresh morning sea breeze as you wander through scenic Manuel Antonio National Park. Located in the humid tropical zone, the park protects several habitats, including primary and secondary forest, mangrov...
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Rios Tropicales Lodge
After breakfast, fly back to San José and drive to the rainforest-lined Río Pacuare (a wonderful but endangered river, threatened by a proposed hydroelectric plant). Once at the rive...
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Rios Tropicales Lodge
Enjoy an amazing day in the heart of paradise at the Ríos Tropicales Lodge. First, you can opt for an early morning bird-watching hike with your guides to see toucans and many other ...
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel Bougainvillea
Today, the whitewater rafting adventure continues as you enter the lush, magical gorge of the Río Pacuare. The rapids become more powerful and technical in nature here, and you’ll power throug...
Meals: Breakfast
Transfer to the airport for homeward-bound flights.
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
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Logistics
What's excluded
- International airfare
- meals not noted on itinerary
- insurance other than basic medical and evacuation insurance
- Optional tipping to leader, guides and local staff
- Excess baggage charges
- Airport taxes (international—varies by location)
- Cost of medical immunizations
- Items of a personal nature (sodas, alcoholic beverages, laundry, etc.)
Accommodation
Hotel Bougainvillea — Heredia, Costa Rica
Hotel Bougainvillea is an oasis located just 10 minutes outside of downtown San José. Surrounded by 10 acres of lush, tropical gardens—recognized as some of Costa Rica's finest—guests are able to wander the grounds and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Rooms are bright and clean, and offer either views of the Central Valley and surrounding mountains or the beautiful gardens. There's a lovely pool and a restaurant that serves international cuisine with a focus on regional Costa Rican dishes.
Rios Tropicales Lodge
Let the sound of the Pacuare River lull you to sleep at this sustainable eco-lodge. This evening's lodge offers a haven for relaxation and immersion in tropical sights and sounds. The lodge features open air gathering pavilions with thatched roofs and comfortable hammocks swinging in a gentle breeze. Guests enjoy the ample viewing decks, where the toucans fly overhead and the river roars below.
Si Como No — Manuel Antonio, Quepos
Located along Costa Rica’s Central Pacific coast, Si Como No is a uniquely special Manuel Antonio Resort Spa and Wildlife Refuge that sits a top one of the most idyllic hillsides in Manuel Antonio.
The resort’s lush jungle terraces and brilliantly vivid gardens overlook the sparkling ocean just above world-renown Manuel Antonio National Park.
Transportation & flights
If written cancellation is received cancellation fee will be:
- 90 days or more prior to departure $800 or 25% of Land/Cruise Cost, whichever is greater
- 89 to 60 days prior to departure 50% of Land/Cruise Cost
- 59 days or fewer prior to departure 100% of Land/Cruise Cost
5 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches and 2 Dinners
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