Costa Rica: Escape to Paradise

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Discover the beautiful beaches, pristine lagoons, and powerful rapids of Costa Rica on our special 6-day Adventure Week! From the incredible tropical ecosystem of Manuel Antonio National Park to the rainforest-lined Río Pacuare, you’ll be treated to an array of spectacular wildlife including sloths, squirrel monkeys, river otters, anteaters, and many other en...
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

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

What's this trip about?

    Discover the beautiful beaches, pristine lagoons, and powerful rapids of Costa Rica on our special 6-day Adventure Week! From the incredible tropical ecosystem of Manuel Antonio National Park to the rainforest-lined Río Pacuare, you’ll be treated to an array of spectacular wildlife including sloths, squirrel monkeys, river otters, anteaters, and many other endangered animals that find sanctuary in Costa Rica’s protected areas. Add the thrills of zip-lining, sailing, hiking, and adrenaline-pumping whitewater rafting, and you’ll be ready to curl up at night in one of our tropical retreats in the heart of paradise.  This one-week trip of a lifetime is a perfect break for adventure seekers of all ages!

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizePrivate - your group only
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CitySan José
End CitySan José

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • National Parks

Destinations

Activities

  • Bird Watching
  • Culture
  • Hiking
  • Nature
  • Snorkeling
  • Swimming
  • Whale Watching
  • Whitewater Rafting
  • Wildlife Viewing

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 2

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

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: San Jose to Manuel Antonio

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!

Day 2: Explore Manuel Antonio National Park

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...

Day 3: Paddle the Río Pacuare to Ríos Tropicales Lodge

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...

Day 4: A day in paradise!

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 ...

Day 5: Raft Río Pacuare’s whitewater rapids

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...

Day 6: Depart from San José

Meals: Breakfast

Transfer to the airport for homeward-bound flights.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,195
Price per day$366
Single supplement (single occupancy)$500
Last Updated: 9/16/2018

Tier Pricing

Adventure travel works best with a small group of people. In order to operate these small groups, our trips are priced according to the number of full-price passengers on the trip. (Mountain Travel Sobek staff, trip doctors, and other discounted travelers are excluded from the count for this purpose.) We initially invoice you at the highest tier level price (the smallest group size we can operate). If the price drops due to an increase in group size, you will be refunded the difference.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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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.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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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

Air Travel Airfare is not included in the land cost of our trips. For air reservations, we recommend you contact the airlines directly, either by phone or the Internet. In addition, many travelers elect to use their “frequent flyer” miles when traveling with us. But please check with our staff before purchasing or obtaining your tickets. We need to verify your arrival and departure schedule and ensure we have enough participants to operate the trip.
Cancellation policy

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
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance alongside your travel package to safeguard against unforeseen circumstances such as medical expenses, trip cancellations, and other contingencies. It offers you peace of mind and ensures you are prepared for unexpected events that may occur before or during your journey
Visa requirements
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Meals Included

5 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches and 2 Dinners

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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