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Suspended Bridge at Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve

HOSTED PROGRAM (1) San Jose • (2) Tortuguero • (2) Arenal Volcano • PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS (2) Monteverde •Delve into the natural wonders of ’s rainforest •View the splendid wildlife by boat across the Tortuguero Conservation Area •Visit Tortuguero Village with its deep Afro- roots •Join in a guided nature viewing hike through Tortuguero National Park •Explore Arenal Volcano National Park, Venado Caves, and La Fortuna Waterfall on an optional excursion COSTA RICA 2 Tortuguero 2 Arenal •Tour the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve Monteverde 2 1 San José DAY 1 I SAN JOSE Arrive in San José and transfer to your selected hotel. Remainder of the day is at leisure. Overnight in San José. DAY 2 I SAN JOSE I TORTUGUERO NATIONAL PARK This morning, PANAMA head towards the Northern Caribbean Lowlands. Once on the Caribbean side, embark on a scenic 2 ½ hour boat ride to Tortuguero National Park. The reserve hosts eleven different habitats, including , forests, swamps, beaches and . It is # - No. of Overnight Stays

Arrangements by home to over 400 , 60 frog, 30 , and 3 monkey species. After lunch, visit Tortuguero village. Dinner and overnight at WELCOME TO THE RAINFOREST your selected Lodge. (B,L,D) DAY 3 I TORTUGUERO NATIONAL PARK Enjoy your second day 8 Days FROM $1,429 in Tortuguero National Park. Depending on the weather (the Park receives up to 250 inches of rain a year), join in a guided hike through the jungle to learn about the Park’s biological diversity and its ecosystems that support threatened flora and fauna species. Take time to explore the secondary canals where you will have a more intimate encounter with the 400-plus tree species. Overnight at your selected Lodge. (B,L,D) DAY 4 I TORTUGUERO NATIONAL PARK I ARENAL VOLCANO

Midmorning, head to Guapiles for lunch in the heart of Costa Rica’s Arenal Volcano National Park banana growing region. Continue towards the north passing the agricultural town of Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui, San Miguel beach, the INCLUDED FEATURES village of Venecia, and the hot springs of Aguas Zarcas to reach the •Hotel accommodation for 7 nights town of La Fortuna. This evening unwind in the luxurious Tabacon •13 included meals consisting of: Hot Springs, which features a hot river flowing through a series of - 7 buffet breakfasts pools and tributaries. Relax, enjoy and rejuvenate yourself. Dinner - 3 lunches and overnight at your selected lodge. (B,L,D) - 3 dinners DAY 5 I ARENAL VOLCANO This day is at your leisure to explore the •All transfers and tours are based on shared service area. We highly recommend a visit to the Arenal Volcano National •Sightseeing, including: Park (optional excursion). Although the Volcano is currently in a - Guided hike through Tortuguero National Park resting phase, it is assuredly still alive. The Park also offers a wide - Tour the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve range of activities. From horseback riding and hiking to zip-lining, whitewater rafting, and more! You can also visit the Cano Negro •Document holder and luggage tags Wildlife Refuge, Venado Caves and La Fortuna Waterfall. Overnight •Hotel taxes and service charges at your selected hotel. (B) HOTELS/STARTING FROM PRICES DAY 6 I ARENAL VOLCANO I MONTEVERDE CLOUD FOREST In VALID THRU APRIL 2021 the morning, depart to the Monteverde Cloud Forest. Board the passenger boat at Arenal Lake Dam dock for a 30-minute cruise Daily Arrivals across Lake Arenal, enjoying great views of the Volcano and the Monteverde mountain range. Then, by land, ascend through the Travel in Comfort Double Single $1,429 $1,899 Tilarán Mountain Range. Tonight, tour the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve and discover the wonders of the tropical cloud forest when City Nights Hotels or similar (Type of room) CST most wildlife species are active and a new world awakens. (B) San Jose 1 Radisson Tortuguero 2 Laguna Lodge DAY 7 I MONTEVERDE CLOUD FOREST Day at leisure to enjoy the Arenal Volcano 2 Arenal Manoa Cloud Forest by day. It may be your only chance to spot the delightful Monteverde 2 El Establo quetzal with its iridescent green and brilliant blue body and red belly. Alternate tour options include: the Orchid Garden, Frog Pond, Travel in Style Double Single $1,889 $2,799 the small Bat Jungle; or Butterfly Garden. Beyond wildlife, you can opt to tour the Monteverde Cheese Factory, a coffee or sugar cane City Nights Hotels or similar (Type of room) CST plantation tour, or enjoy zip-lining for beginners. Overnight at your San Jose 1 Real Intercontinental selected hotel. (B) Tortuguero 2 Pachira Lodge Arenal Volcano 2 Arenal Kioro DAY 8 I MONTEVERDE CLOUD FOREST I SAN JOSE TO USA (OR Monteverde 2 Monteverde Lodge EXTEND YOUR STAY) Transfer to San Jose International airport to board your flight back home. (B) Travel in Luxury Double Single (B) Breakfast - (L) Lunch - (D) Dinner $2,839 $4,219

City Nights Hotels or similar (Type of room) CST San Jose 1 Grano de Oro Tortuguero 2 Manatus Lodge Arenal Volcano 2 Arenal Nayara Monteverde 2 Belmar

ADDITIONAL FEATURE ON TRAVEL IN LUXURY PROGRAM: ALL TRANSFERS ARE BY PRIVATE CAR

If you would also like your tours by private car, there is a supplement of $239 per person.

All rates are per person, based on double or single occupancy. Extra nights and triple occupancy available upon request. Rates are not valid during certain holidays and blackout periods.

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