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Why Costa Rica? Simple... We have it ALL! CostaR ica The World’s #1 Ecotourism Destination Costa Rica is the perfect vacation spot. Nestled between two oceans, Pacific and Caribbean, it offers its visitors a natural, eco-conscious environment full of sights and varied climates. The country’s natural attractions, variety of climates and landscapes, unique wildlife, incredible beaches, tranquility and our welcoming way of being, draw tourists from all over the world. From surf to yoga, deep-sea fishing to spas, scuba diving to rafting, zip lining to birding, Costa Rica is the ultimate destination for every type of traveler. With more than 26% of its territory protected by natural parks and private reserves, Costa Rica holds more than 5% of the world´s biodiversity. Sustainability runs in our DNA! Central Valley Culture & Museums City life Costa Rica's central mountain range surrounds a large valley which is home to the country's four largest cities and approximately half of the country’s population. Moderate temperatures year-round, beautiful mountain views and many interesting places to visit, make the Central Valley an extremely pleasant place to visit and to live at. • White water rafting • Natural hikes & bird watching • Volcanoes • City Tour • Waterfalls • Golf • Coffee Tours • Bar hopping www.memorablecostarica.com Arenal The adventure capital Rainforest Hot Springs With its rolling hills, cattle farms, rainforest, and Costa Rica's largest lake, the Arenal area's verdant landscape is a cornucopia of bio-diversity. Known as the adventure capital of Costa Rica, many visitors opt to begin their vacation in this popular region and complement their exciting nature exploits with the relaxing Guanacaste or Manuel Antonio beaches. • Arenal Volcano • Venado Caves • Hot Springs • White water rafting • Adventure & Nature • Animal sanctuaries • Waterfall Rappelling • Zip lining www.memorablecostarica.com Monteverde Cloud Forest Nature at its best The rare phenomenon where climatic conditions cause cloud and mist to be in regular contact with the vegetation is called a cloud forest. Few exist in the world, and Monteverde is one of the few destinations where cloud forests are easily accessible. This magical environment has enchant- ed visitors from all over the world. Monteverde is home to the resplendent quetzal, one of the true rewards for avid birdwatchers. • Hiking • Hanging bridges • Wildlife observation • Night walks • Coffee & Chocolate tour • Butterfly garden • Birding • Bat jungle www.memorablecostarica.com Tortuguero Rain Forest Off the beaten path This is one of the principal nesting grounds for the green sea turtle. From June through Octo- ber, thousands of turtles come ashore to lay their eggs. The park and canals are also home to a vast array of other fascinating wildlife, including monkeys, sloths, parrots, manatees, land turtles, numerous species of freshwater fish, caimans, and alligators. • Turtle nesting • Birding • Lush jungle • River canoeing and kayaking • Lots of wildlife • Town of Tortuguero www.memorablecostarica.com Puerto Viejo Cahuita White sand beaches Nature hikes Great snorkeling If you time it correctly, your Costa Rica vacation beach destination can be the unique and truly different Puerto Viejo de Limon and the Cahuita National Park region. While the beaches in this area tend to get more rain than their Pacific shore counterparts, visiting the Caribbean in February, March, April or even September & October is a great idea. • Snorkeling • Fishing • Wildlife • Jaguar Rescue Center • Nature hikes • Gecko Trail • Great food • Authentic Caribbean Flavor www.memorablecostarica.com Pura Vida Rincón de la vieja Arenal Papagayo Tortuguero Bagaces Liberia (LIR) Monteverde CARIBBEAN Tamarindo San José (SJO) GUANACASTE Nosara CENTRAL VALLEY Sámara Pacuare Tambor Puerto Viejo Santa Teresa CENTRAL PACIFIC Manuel Antonio Perez Zeledón Dominical SOUTH PACIFIC Golfito Corcovado www.memorablecostarica.com Guanacaste Beachfront experiences Great surfing for anyone The region is covered with dry tropical forest and mangrove vegetation, the signature of Guanacaste's Pacific coast beaches. Unspoiled beaches, world-class surfing, challenging world class golf courses, fishing, and nightlife. If looking for an off the beaten path experience, many people consider the Nicoya Peninsula to have the most beautiful beaches in Costa Rica. Less developed, no crowds, breathtaking scenery, and fine accommodations. • Beach hopping • Golf • Ocean activities • Sport fishing • Horseback riding • Sailing www.memorablecostarica.com Manuel Antonio Beach & rainforest at the same location In town The region is a must for families with children, couples on a romantic, adventure-filled get- away, and nature lovers in general. The Manuel Antonio National Park is the most popular destination in Costa Rica, yet the government has been able to keep this famous national park unspoiled. • The Manuel Antonio National Park • White water rafting • Wildlife • Zip lining • Ocean activities • Kayaking or boat estuary tour • Surfing • Fishing www.memorablecostarica.com South Pacific Amazing nature Isolated Boutique properties Located in southwest Costa Rica on the Osa Peninsula, is one of the last significant virgin rainforests in Central America. It is inhabited by thousands of plant and animal species, including some which are endangered. This is one of the most biologically diverse places on earth. If you are serious about nature you must consider a visit to Corcovado National Park. • The best scuba diving and snorkeling • Waterfall hike • Great nature hikes • Snorkeling • Whale & dolphin watching www.memorablecostarica.com INCLUDES: Day 1. Arrival. Meet & greet. Transfer to Arenal. Check in at Arenal Kioro. STARTING AT: $2,690 Day 2. Canyoning tour with lunch. Total price for the package based on double occupancy. Day 3. Day at your leisure. Day 4. Transfer to the Manuel Antonio region. Package includes: • 3 nights in a Suite at Arenal Kioro Check in at Los Altos Resort. • 4 nights at Los Altos Resort Day 5. Ocean Kayaking & Snorkeling tour. • Unlimited use of the Arenal Kioro hot springs Day 6. Day at your leisure. • Canyoning tour with lunch Day 7. Transfer to the Airport. • Ocean Kayakaing & Snorkeling tour • Private Transfer San Jose Airport - Arenal • Private Transfer Arenal - Manuel Antonio • Private Transfer Manuel Antonio - San Jose Airport • Daily breakfast • Sales tax www.memorablecostarica.com Central Valley Arenal Monteverde Manuel Antonio INCLUDES: Day 1: Arrival. Transfer to Grano de Oro for check in Day 2: Transfer to the river put in. Rafting to Pacuare Lodge. Day 3: Rafting out from the lodge. Transfer to Arenal. STARTING AT: $3,690 Check in at Tabacon Grand Spa Thermal Resort. Total price for the package based on double occupancy. Day 4: Choose one of the following activities: Fortuna Waterfalls, Canyoning Arenal Volcano Package includes: • 1 night in Superior Room at Grano de Oro National Park or Zip lining • 2 night / 1 day Pacuare River Class IV White Water Rafting Package Day 5: Day at your leisure. • 3 nights in a Junior Suite at Arenal Manoa Day 6: Lake crossing to Monteverde. • 2 nights in a Standard Room at Fonda Vela Check in at Fonda Vela. • 3 nights in Standard Room at Si Como No • Private transfer San Jose Airport - Grano de Oro Day 7: Enjoy the Sky Tram, Sky Trek & Sky Walk. • Private transfer Pacuare Rafting - Arenal Day 8: Time to relax at the beach! Transfer to Manuel Antonio. • Private transfer Monteverde - Manuel Antonio Arrive and check in at Si Como No. • Lake crossing transfer Arenal - Monteverde Day 9: Enjoy the Manuel Antonio National Park. • Local flight Quepos - San Jose • One Full day adventure in Arenal Day 10: Days at your leisure. • Sky Trek Tour in Monteverde Day 11: Transfer to the Airport. • Guided hike of the Manuel Antonio Park • Daily breakfast • All meals at Pacuare Lodge • Sales Tax. www.memorablecostarica.com Palo Verde Bagaces Guanacaste INCLUDES: Day 1. Arrival. Meet & greet. Transfer to Rancho Humo. STARTING AT: $2,890 Day 2. Activities at Rancho Humo. Total price for the package based on double occupancy. Day 3. Transfer to Rio Perdido. Day 4. Activities at Rio Perdido. Package includes: • Private Transfer Liberia International Airport - Racho Humo Day 5. Transfer to Nammbu. • 2 nights in a Standard Room at Rancho Humo Day 6. Surfing lessons. • All meals, Wetlands & Mangroove tour, hike and transportation at Rancho Humo Day 7. Day at your leisure. • Palo Verde National Park Tour with lunch / 2 nights in a Casita Deluxe at Rio Perdido Includes: breakfast, biking trails, hot springs, volcanic mud, trails, $25 Food and Day 8. Transfer to the Airport. • Beverage credit, per person, per day, Welcome Chef's Amenity at Rio Perdido • Full Pass + Canyon Adventure at Rio Perdido • Private Transfer Rancho Humo - Rio Perdido / Private Transfer Rio Perdido - Nammbu • 3 nights in a Deluxe Room at Nambu / Surfing Lessons • Private Transfer Nammbu - Liberia International Airport • Sales tax www.memorablecostarica.com Palo Verde Bagaces Guanacaste Central Valley Pacuare Alta Gracia INCLUDES: Day 1. Arrival. Transfer to Grano de Oro for check in. Day 2. Transfer and rafting to Pacuare Lodge. STARTING AT: $2,910 Day 3. Cabecar Indigenous Reserve Hike Total price for the package based on double occupancy. Day 4. Rafting and transfer to Alta Gracia. Package includes: Day 5. Los Cusingos Wildlife Refuge hike • Private Transfer San Jose International Airport - San Jose Hotel • 1 night in a Standard Room at Grano
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