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Day 1
An early flight gets you into Costa Rica
by mid-day with time to head directly to the beautiful Caribbean coast.
The drive takes you immediately into Braulio Carillo National Park, Costa
Rica's largest. Enjoy your first exposure to the rainforest as you drive
between the giant elephant ear plants and the waterfalls along the roadside.
Then, pass through vast acres of banana plantations before you reach the
port city of Limon. Once you meet the Caribbean Sea, you will head directly
south to the town of Puerto Viejo- your base for the next several days.
Overnight: Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Day 2
Learn about the culture and customs of the
Bribri People, the indigenous inhabitants of this region, while hiking through
the Kekoldi Indigenous Reserve with a native guide. After this exhilarating
hike through secondary rainforest, arrive at the village community center
and see how the Bribris make everything from crafts to chocolate. A native
three-course lunch is served in typical Bribri style with most ingredients
coming right from the rainforest. The afternoon is spent exploring the town
of Puerto Viejo or relaxing on the beach. You may choose to visit Punta
Uva, one of Costa Rica's most breathtaking beaches where the rainforest
practically pours into the sea.
Overnight: Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
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Day 3
Begin the day by hiking along the coast through
the Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge where you can see monkeys, parrots,
sloth and toucans. Traveling on the beach path and up into the jungle, observe
an abundance of both tropical flora and fauna. If you like, visit our organic
farm & sustainable education center. Tour the extensive organic gardens
with a member of the gardening team to learn about and taste some of the
180 different fruits and vegetables being grown here. Savor a meal created
from the gardens' harvest. Hang out on the beach or the hammocks at this
picturesque and remote slice of paradise. There is an option to spend the
night here in tents or in the bunkhouse (prior arrangements required). Return
to the town of Manzanillo by boat and search for some of the three species
of dolphins that live off shore.
Overnight: Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
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Day 4
As you leave the Caribbean region, stop at
Cahuita National Park for a final experience in a coastal wet tropical rainforest.
Walk through the easy trails along the shore looking for sloth and monkeys
in their natural habitat.
Optional: Travel by boat to snorkel at beautiful offshore reefs within the
park, which allows you to view not only the beauty of this underwater ecosystem
but also the effect that the banana plantation runoff is having on the coral
reefs.* After a native Caribbean lunch at Cahuita's famous Miss Edith's,
leave the coast for the town of Turrialba. This drive into the mountains
offers fabulous views and panoramas. Stop at a local serpentarium, run by
Minor Camacho, one of the country's foremost herpetologists. View some of
Costa Rica's many reptile species and witness Minor 'milk' the venom from
the deadly fer-de-lance.
Overnight: Turrialba
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Day 5
In the morning, head to the banks of the
Pacuare River for an unforgettable day of white water rafting. This most
scenic river slices through virgin rainforest and plunges through mountain
gorges which drop the most beautiful waterfalls alongside your raft. Stop
on the riverside for an excellent picnic lunch. After you take out and dry
off, spend the evening in a jungle lodge surrounded by the sounds of the
forest.
Overnight: Chilamate de Sarapiqui
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Day 6
Explore the Sarapiqui River on a relaxing
boat ride where you have the opportunity to see monkeys, caimans, river
otters, and many different species of birds. The bio-diversity is unbelievable!
Then, make your way to the mighty slopes of the Arenal Volcano, Costa Rica's
most active volcano. In the afternoon and evening relax in the magical Tabacon
Hot Springs and witness lava exploding out of the volcano against the backdrop
of night. A rare sight to behold!
Overnight: La Fortuna
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Day 7
Hike to the La Fortuna waterfall, which pours
out of the rainforest and into beautiful pools that make for a perfect swim.
Savor the rainforest for one final time before heading back to the capital
city. Back in San Jose, check out the National Museum, which houses artifacts
dating back to 12,000 B.C. or, visit the outdoor flea market where you can
purchase mementos of your Costa Rican Adventure. Enjoy a final dinner before
your return flight home the following day.
Overnight: San Jose
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Day 8
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memories that will last a lifetime!
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