Tortuguero & Tropical Forests
8 days/7 nights

Day 01: SAN JOSÉ
Airport 'Meet & Greet' and transfer to hotel. Overnight in San Jose at Hotel Don Carlos B & B or similar.

Day 02: TORTUGUERO
Morning pick up for your drive through Braulio Carillo National Park to the canals lining the Atlantic Coast where you board a boat for the trip to the Tortuguero Canals through 50 km of tropical rain forest. Late afternoon arrival at Tortuguero. Dinner and overnight at Ldoge in Tortuguero area. (BLD)

Day 03: TORTUGUERO
Enjoy a two to three hour boat ride touring the backwater canals of Tortuguero National Park with a local guide to observe the flora and fauna. The afternoon is free for you to enjoy optional activities and tours, a walk to the village or a visit to the museum. Overnight Mawamba Lodge or similar. (BLD)

Day 04: ARENAL VOLCANO
After breakfast transfer to the Tortuguero airstrip for a 30-minute flight back to San Jose. Upon arrival you will be met by a Sun Tours driver/guide for scenic drive with Costa Rica Sun Tours driver/guide to Arenal Volcano, stop en route at La Paz Waterfall Gardens for an up close view at a system of 5 different waterfalls and also for lunch. After lunch continue to Arenal. Dinner and overnight at the Arenal Observatory Lodge. The Observatory Lodge, which is only 1.6 miles south of the volcano, gives visitors an impressive view of this giant, which rumbles and erupts with spectacular displays of vapor and lava. The Observatory is the only lodge situated within the Arenal Volcano National Park, which encompasses thousands of acres of pristine rainforest and teems with tropical birds and wildlife. Overnight Arenal Observatory Lodge. (BLD)

Day 05: MONTEVERDE CLOUD FOREST
Morning hike in the National Park and a close-up exploration of a lava flow. Mid-morning departure, driving around Lake Arenal to the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, one of the richest and most diverse tropical cloud forests in the New World. It is best known as home to the Resplendent Quetzal but also protects hundreds of other birds, mammals and plant species. Overnight in Monteverde at Hotel Fonda Vela or similar. (BD)

Day 06: MONTEVERDE CLOUD FOREST RESERVE
In the morning, visit the Skywalk, it's an unforgettable experience, the excitement of looking to one side and seeing the tops of the trees and at the same time feel the sensation of walking among the clouds. SkyWalk is a complex of suspension bridges and platforms constructed within cloud forest. The principal objective is to offer a different observational perspective of tropical forest, as a new alternative in tourism for nature lovers.
In the afternoon, hike through the reserve viewing the misty forest with its dense vegetation and majestic trees. Overnight in Monteverde at Hotel Fonda Vela or similar. (BD)

Day 07: TRANSFER MONTEVERDE/SAN JOSE
Morning transfer back to San Jose. Overnight San Jose Hotel Don Carlos or similar.. (B)

Day 08: DEPARTURE
Airport transfer for return flight home. (B)

Coast to Coast - Tiskita Lodge
8 days/7 nights

Day 01: ARRIVE
Airport meet & greet and transfer to Hotel. Overnight in San Jose.

Day 02: TORTUGUERO NATIONAL PARK
Morning pick up at your Hotel for a scenic 2-hour drive to the Caribbean, driving through Braulio Carillo National Park. Transfer to riverboat for 2-4 hour boat trip up jungle canals to Tortuguero National Park, a vast tropical rain forest preserve and one of the best places to observe wildlife in Costa Rica. Afternoon is free to enjoy on own. The Tortuguero Canals along the Caribbean coast are musts for nature lovers. You may have the treat of close up looks at monkeys, crocodiles, tree sloths and a host of colorful birds. During turtle nesting season (June through September), the endangered green turtle come up on the beaches at night to lay their eggs - an unforgettable experience. Overnight at Mawamba Lodge or similar. (BLD)

Day 03: TORTUGUERO NATIONAL PARK
Enjoy a two to three hour boat ride touring the backwater canals of Tortuguero National Park with a local guide to observe the flora and fauna. The afternoon is free for you to enjoy optional activities and tours, a walk to the village or a visit to the museum. Overnight Mawamba Lodge or similar. (BLD)

Day 04: OSA PENINSULA RAINFOREST/TISKITA JUNGLE LODGE
Early morning flight to San Jose. You will then transfer to another plane for your flight to the Southern Pacific Rainforests. Fly by single engine charter plane to the remote private airstrip on the beach at Tiskita Jungle Lodge. Tiskita is a 400-acre private rain forest reserve in the remote region of Golfito on the southern Pacific coast. Enjoy a guided tour of the Tiskita rain forest and trails. Explore fresh water jungle pools and beautiful, isolated beaches. The bird watching is fabulous with over 285 species identified in the area to date. Tiskita is also an experimental exotic tropical fruit farm. Overnight at Tiskita Lodge. Overnight Osa Peninsula. (BLD)

Day 05 & 6: TISKITA JUNGLE LODGE
Tour the rainforest and area trails, swim in the ocean or fresh water jungle pools, visit the nearby village or simply relax in your hammock. Horseback riding is also available. Overnight Tiskita Lodge. (BLD)

Day 07: FLIGHT TO SAN JOSÉ
Transfer to airport for flight to San Jose. Upon arrival, transfer to hotel and overnight. (B)

Day 08: DEPARTURE
Airport transfer for return flight home. (B)

Tropical Rafting & Beach Adventure
8 days/7 nights

Day 01: SAN JOSÉ
Airport meet & greet and transfer to hotel. Overnight in San Jose at Hotel Don Carlos B & B or similar.

Day 02: MOUNTAIN BIKING
Enjoy a full day of Moutain Biking in the Cartago or Turrialba area. You will be able to explore the beautiful countryside as you ride your bikes. Generally we bike between 3 and 5 hours depending on conditions. Overnight in Turrialba at selected Hotel. (BL)

Day 03: PACUARE WHITEWATER RAFTING, CLASS III-IV
Trip of unsurpassed beauty, exuberant wildlife and ravishing rapids, the quintessential tropical river. Along its course lie densely vegetated gorges, which shelter jaguars, ocelots, monkeys, sloths and an incredible variety of birds. Driving time from Turrialba to the put in is less than 1 hour. The trip includes transportation, rafting equipment and professionally trained bilingual rafting guides. Time on the river approximately 5 hours. After the trip, return to San Jose for overnight at Hotel Don Carlos B&B or similar. (BL)

Day 04: MANUEL ANTONIO BEACH AND NATIONAL PARK
Morning flight to Quepos and transfer to your hotel in Manuel Antonio. Miles of sandy white beaches have made this one of the most popular parks in the national parks system. You will be able to view migrating marine birds. The waters are crystal clear, making these beaches popular for snorkeling. The surf is gentle, great for swimming, body surfing, playing with a boogie board or just relaxing. The jungle of the national park reaches down to the beach so you can stroll through the park on your own or take a guided tour. A local sea kayak company offers day sea kayaking trips. Horses are available to rent. There are several restaurants to choose from. Overnight at Hotel in Manuel Antonio area. (B)

Day 05: MANUEL ANTONIO BEACH
Morning tour to Manuel Antonio National Park (except Mondays when park is closed) including round trip transportation from your hotel, local guide and park entrance fee. Balance of the day at leisure to enjoy the beautiful beaches and nature trails. Overnight at Hotel in Manuel Antonio area. (B)

Day 06: MANUEL ANTONIO BEACH
Today enjoy an exciting Sea Kayaking trip. Overnight at Hotel in Manuel Antonio area. (B)

Day 07: MANUEL ANTONIO BEACH
Return flight to San Jose and taxi transfer to your hotel. Overnight at Hotel Don Carlos B & B or similar.

Day 08: DEPARTURE
Airport transfer for return flight home. (B)

Adventures with Nature
10 days/9 nights

Day 01: ARRIVE
San Jose Airport 'Meet & Greet' and transfer to hotel. Overnight in San Jose Hotel Don Carlos B & B or similar.

Day 02: SAN JOSE-OTS LA SELVA-SUENO AZUL
Morning pick up by your driver/guide for drive via Braulio Carrillo National Park to Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui , en route, visit La Selva Biological Station for a 2-3 hour hike inside the private reserve. After is free to enjoy the grounds of Sueño Azul or participate in one of the optional activities the Hotel offers.. (BD)

Day 03: SUENO AZUL-ARENAL
Morning visit La Paz Waterfall Gardens. At La Paz you have an opportunity to see magnificent waterfalls with viewing platforms, and one of the largest Butterfly Observatory in the
world. Enjoy lunch on the terrace dinning room, before you continue on to
your hotel in Arenal about a 2-hour drive. Dinner and overnight at the Arenal Observatory Lodge. From the Observatory, which is situated only 1.6 miles south of the volcano, visitors have an impressive view of this "giant which rumbles" and erupts with spectacular displays of vapor and lava. The Observatory is the only lodge situated within the Arenal Volcano National Park, which encompasses thousands of acres of pristine rainforest and teems with tropical birds and wildlife. (BLD)

Day 04: ARENAL HANGING BRIDGES-ARENAL
Today visit the Arenal Hanging Bridges, entrance fees included. The Hanging Bridges are a complex of 6 hanging suspension bridges rising above the jungle canopy, and almost 2 miles of brick & concrete trails through the lush Rain Forest. The bridges provide an excellent vantage point to observe the flora and fauna from the ground level to the top of the trees. The chain link fence on either side of each bridge is about 50" high, so there is little chance of anyone slipping through. Walk the trails where you will see many varieties of heliconias, flowering ginger, hear howler monkeys, and see many varieties of butterflies, as you learn about the complexity and beauty of the Rain Forest .
Afternoon visit Ecotermales (Hot Springs) it has about 5 different pools of Natural Hot Springs including a soothing waterfall for a natural massage. Overnight at Arenal Observatory Lodge. (BD)

Day 05: ARENAL-MONTEVERDE
Morning hike to a nearby waterfall and a close-up exploration of a lava flow. Mid-morning departure, driving around Lake Arenal continue on to visit the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, one of the most diverse and richest tropical cloud forests in the New World. It is best known as home to the Resplendent Quetzal but has hundreds of other birds, mammals and plant species. Overnight in Monteverde at Hotel Fonda Vela or similar. (BD)

Day 06: MONTEVERDE CLOUD FOREST RESERVE
In the morning, visit the Skywalk, it's an unforgettable experience, the excitement of looking to one side and seeing the tops of the trees and at the same time feel the sensation of walking among the clouds. SkyWalk is a complex of suspension bridges and platforms constructed within cloud forest. The principal objective is to offer a different observational perspective of tropical forest, as a new alternative in tourism for nature lovers.
In the afternoon, hike through the reserve viewing the misty forest with its dense vegetation and majestic trees. Overnight in Monteverde at Hotel Fonda Vela or similar. (BD)

Day 07: MONTEVERDE- JACO-CLUB DEL MAR -CARARA NATIONAL PARK
After breakfast, morning departure to the Central Pacific Coast. Arrive at Club del Mar Hotel near the Carara National Park. Enjoy a hike with your guide inside the Carara National Park, located at the geographical midpoint of the Pacific Coast. Carara has a transitional climate between the hot dry northwest and the rainy region of southwest Costa Rica and so contains flora and fauna from both regions. It is home to parrots, parakeets, toucan, trogons, three species of monkeys, and one of only three viable populations of Scarlet Macaws in Central America. Your guide returns to San Jose. Overnight at Club del Mar (B)

Day 08: JACO BEACH
Enjoy the hotel and visit nearby Jaco Beach if desired. Overnight at Club del Mar (B)

Day 09: CLUB DEL MAR-SAN JOSE
Mid morning or early afternoon transfer back to San Jose. Overnight Hotel Don Carlos B&B or similar. (B)

Day 10: DEPARTURE
Airport transfer for return flight home. (B)