Happy Program Costa Rica 2026 the Perfect Hotel March, 20-24 2026

Happy Program Costa Rica 2026 The Perfect Hotel March, 20-24 2026

Activities

Hacienda Aventura Zip Line Tour

This zip line adventure tour allows guests to experience the beauty of the Guanacaste landscape while flying through the dry forest canopy. We begin with a drive through the fields and pastures and into the mountains of our 1,400-acre farm, during which guests can see the grazing horses and cattle. The drive ends at the first platform 700 feet above sea level where guests begin the zip line experience. We have 11 different zip lines and a swinging bridge that are sure to provide excitement and fun for all. The longest cable line is 1,850 feet long and over 400 feet off the ground.

At Hacienda Aventura safety is the number one priority, double lines and double pulley safety system is used to provide optimum protection for our visitors. An emergency break system ensures that guests have security and peace of mind during the whole journey. The guided tour does involve a few small hikes between platforms, during which we will often spot monkeys, iguanas, and other native wildlife. Our tour is open to children over 5 years of age, and it is sure to become the highlight of your Costa Rican experience.

▪ Bring: walking shoes, shorts or light long pants. ▪ Includes: transportation, canopy tour and tour guide. ▪ Length of the tour: approximately 4 hours. ▪ Departures: 8:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. ▪ Driving time: 40 minutes each way. ▪ Price per person: $ 65.00 usd

1 For more information please contact Shirley Castillo [email protected] Phone: (506) 2438-7700

Sunset Sailing Cruise & Snorkeling

Spend the afternoon enjoying soft ocean breezes, impeccable blue skies, rustling palm fronds, warm sand and the rhythmic crashing of the surf. Guests will be taken to Tamarindo Beach; there board a comfortable vessel to cruise around the bays of Brasilito and Potrero, Conchal Beach and the Catalina Islands before anchoring near a beautiful beach where you can collect shells, sunbathe in the gentle afternoon sun, swim or snorkel in crystal-clear waters. As we cruise back, the sunset explodes before us, ensuring you one of the most unforgettable experiences of your life.

• Bring: bathing suit, shorts, t-shirt, camera, binoculars, sandals or boat shoes. • Includes: transportation, boat tour, snack, open bar and naturalist tour guide. • Length of the tour: approximately 4 hours. • Departure: 1:00 p.m. • Departs from Tamarindo Beach: 20-minute van transfer provided. • Maximum 75 participants per trip. • Price per person: $ 95.00 usd

ATV & Zip lines 4 Hours

We guarantee 100% adrenaline!!! We arrive to the canopy tour through the mountains on an ATV. Each driver will be given an ATV and may be accompanied by a fellow passenger. The canopy tour is formed of cables, some as long as 500 meters, the participant will be wearing a harness and climbing gear. The tour consists on travelling on the steel cables from platform to platform. You will also be able to appreciate the forest from the top of the trees. To end this tour we will return with our ATVs to the departure point on Tamarindo Beach.

▪ Bring: Walking shoes, shorts or light long pants. ▪ Includes: vehicle, canopy tour and tour guide. ▪ Length of the tour: 4 hours. ▪ Departures: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. ▪ Minimum: 8 guests ▪ Price per person: $ 130,00

For more information please contact Shirley Castillo at: [email protected] Phone: (506) 2438-7700

Jungle Boat Safari at Palo Verde National Park & Hacienda El Viejo.

Palo Verde National Park is set in the Tempisque River basin. As you boat along river, you can spot a fabulous array of wild birds and myriad creatures, such as howler monkeys, green iguanas and coatis. You may also be lucky enough to catch glimpses of other exotic animals such as anteaters or crocodiles basking in the sun. The park comprises 14,100 acres of tropical dry forest, protecting a wide variety of wildlife, lakes, grasslands, woodlands and both deciduous and evergreen forests, where the namesake “Palo Verde” (horse bean tree), grows.

The park is a bird watcher’s paradise, and provides shelter for a great diversity of bird species. The boat ride at the Tempisque River, is one of the best bird watching tours in the country, our naturalist guides will point out birds, amphibians, reptiles and mammals that make their home at one of Costa Rica’s largest crocodile sanctuaries.

Found in one of the historic sugar cane plantations in the town of Filadelfia, El Viejo Wetlands is home to some of the greatest natural assets in the Costa Rican northwest due to its proximity to the great Palo Verde National Park. Our tour includes lunch visit at the early 1900´s historic house landmark of the Hacienda. Here the local traditions come to life.

The new additions in the Hacienda are an open-air market where the local artisans have working shops and sell directly their arts and crafts and the Cultural Tour which is a guided journey in part of the plantation where you will learn about the local traditions, the ancestral ovens and the way of life of the local sabaneros. You may also sample some of the local family kept recipes.

▪ Bring: shorts, t-shirt, camera, binoculars and walking shoes. ▪ Includes: transportation, boat excursion, naturalist tour guide and lunch. ▪ Length of the tour: approximately 7 hours. ▪ Departure: 8:00 a.m. ▪ Maximum number: 200 guests ▪ Price per person: $ 115.00 usd

For more information please contact Shirley Castillo at: [email protected] Phone: (506) 2438-7700

Colorado Canyon River Tubing & Zip line Adventure

The Zip line adventure tour is an adventure like no other. You will experience great heights and thrills as you sail through the trees in this tropical dry forest and the incredible slot canyon of the Colorado River. After some instruction, you will zip from platform to platform on steel cables feeling the adrenaline as you take in the panoramic views of the forest, the slot canyon and the nature surrounding you. You will also travel across one hanging bridge and be up in the trees and the river canyon for a little bit over an hour. Constructed with the best materials there are 9 lines and 14 platforms crossing 8 times the Colorado Canyon with a total length of 3630 feet. All participants will descend the class I and II rapids at Rio Colorado Canyon Negro using a special type of soft rubber tube also called individual rafting tube. Each person will be provided with life jacket and helmet in this way we ensure that top safety and enjoyment of the adventure are guarantied. Participants will see this canyon of volcanic origin from the river bottom and embrace nature as you feel the flow of the water.

▪ Bring: shorts, T-shirt, towel, bathing suit, camera, water shoes, closed flat sandals or sneakers, one complete change of clothes and binoculars. ▪ Includes: transportation, adventure tour entrance fee, naturalist guide & lunch. ▪ Length of the tour: approximately 6 hours. ▪ Departure: 8:30 a.m. Return: 2:30 pm ▪ Driving time: 1:00 hour each way ▪ Price per person: $ 145.00 usd

For more information please contact Shirley Castillo at: [email protected] Phone: (506) 2438-7700

Buena Vista 4 in 1 Ecotur

Located on the slopes of Rincon de la Vieja Volcano, Hacienda Buena Vista is a charming hacienda comprising 4,000 acres, 60% of which are primary forest. It offers a multitude of possibilities for a full day of fun and enjoyment of the nature. Buena Vista is the perfect place for nature and adventure lovers. Its main attractions are the canopy tour, the rain forest hanging bridges, giant spring water slide, horseback riding, hot springs, steam bath, natural spa, and acres of virgin forest and waterfalls.

This tour is a full-day adventure, beginning with an energizing hike through primary forest to platforms where you can fly through the jungle, equipped with a harness and accompanied by a naturalist guide. If zip line is not your thing, a walk with a naturalist in the rain forest hanging bridges will be a great way to enjoy the forest views. Afterwards, venture down the giant waterslide.

After a hearty organic lunch prepared by the local cocineras, ride horses to the relaxing spa and thermal waters. If horseback riding is not your thing, a tractor pulled coach ride will take you to the rejuvenating volcanic mud and sulfurous water treatments, the soothing steam bath and hot springs add up to a truly unique experience in the middle of the awesome rain forest.

A new group private area is available for those willing to pay extra for private pools, changing rooms and open bar. Enquire for more information and availability

▪ Bring: shorts, bathing suit, towel, cameras, binoculars and walking shoes. ▪ Includes: transportation, entrance fees, naturalist tour guide and lunch. ▪ Length of the tour: approximately 9 hours. ▪ Departure: 8:00 a.m. ▪ Driving time: 2.00 hours each way. ▪ Price per person: $ 145.00 usd

For more information please contact Shirley Castillo at: [email protected] Phone: (506) 2438-7700

Deep Sea Fishing Information

Our supplier is YFS Fishing Charters, one the most reliable suppliers in the North Pacific Area. Costa Rica is ideally located for offshore bill fishing and Game fishing!

YFS Fishing Charters has the largest group of sports fishing boats in the area ranging from basic to luxurious (23 to 52 feet).

All sports fishing are in accordance with conservation guidelines established by the Billfish Foundation. Major Sport Fishing Tournaments are held each year out at the Flamingo Marina.

Bill Fishing:

Sixteen to twenty miles west of Papagayo Peninsula are located two drop-offs where water depth increases from 360 to 2,000 feet and more… This provides a complete eco-system of sea-life. Predominant species include: sailfish; blue, black and striped marlin; Dorado; yellow fin and big eye tuna.

Game Fishing:

The Catalina and Brumel Islands and a series of rock outcroppings called the Sombreros. This area provides a year round abundance of: Yellow fin Tuna, Skipjack Tuna, Wahoo, Sierra Mackerel, Almaco Jack, and Jack Crevalle. A variety of Snapper including Pacific Cubera or Dog Tooth, Rooster fish up to 75 pounds, Grouper, Black Tipped Sharks, and a variety of other reef and bottom dwellers live in this area.

Fishing Seasons:

May through October is ideal for 80 to 130-pound Sailfish. Marlin fishing is typically good year around with the peak months being July through October and January, February. Weather wise, May is the very beginning of our rains, but very mild and typically on shore. The rains gradually increase and peak during the month of October.

September and October can have rains 70% of the time. The intensity is usually linked to the number of hurricanes in the Atlantic. If there are many Hurricanes moving west from Puerto Rica to Cancun, then we will have a lot of rain. No winds but rain. The tail of the hurricane is sometimes over us.

By mid-November the rains have totally stopped until April-May. Temp. Is typically in the mid to high 80's. A full day is best for a good off shore fishing trip.

For more information please contact Shirley Castillo at: [email protected] Phone: (506) 2438-7700

Full day Charters Include: Local Beer, soft drinks, tropical fruits, and light dry snacks, jam & cheese sandwich. Bait and tackle. Boats over 26 feet provide a mate to assist you in the catch, release or cleaning of your fish.

Half-Day Charters Include: Local Beer, soft drinks, tropical fruits & light dry snacks, Bait and tackle. Boats over 26 feet provide a mate to assist you in the catch, release or cleaning of your fish.

Crew Gratuities are not included. The guideline is 15 % of the value of the Boat.

Boats: The first class boats are equipped with the latest in sonar, fishing equipment and controls. All our boats are full insured and equipped with state of the art electronics, navigational systems, GPS, marine radios, cell phones and fully rigged for Sport fishing. We use Penn International and Shimano Reels.

Fishing Staff: The team of captains and first mates of each boat have extensive knowledge of conventional, Fly Fishing, and Catch & Release.

Environmental Commitment: Our supplier is actively involved with the preservation of Billfish in Costa Rica through the Billfish Foundation of Fort Lauderdale Florida, also contributes with other animal and environmental preservation efforts in Playa Flamingo. YFS recycles all engine oil and only uses diesel fuel that does not contain lead to help keep the ocean and communities clean.

Important for bookings: When booking a reservation please do it with the name of the boat chosen and include a second and third option, sometimes the selected boat may not be available.

Payment Policy: A 25% deposit is required once the reservation request is confirmed, and the balance is due 60 days in advance of selected date.

Cancellation Policy: On cancellations made more than 30 days prior to scheduled program arrival YFS will retain 25% of the total charge. On cancellations made less 30 days, YFS will retain full payment.

Date changes are subject to supplier availability.

On-site Cancellations: All Fishing Boat reservations are firm, a 100% cancellation policy will apply, when clients are sick, no-show or unable to make it on the trip due to any circumstance, any refund should be requested through their personal Travel Insurance.

For more information please contact Shirley Castillo at: [email protected] Phone: (506) 2438-7700

Fishing Boats Available Year-Round

½ day Full-Day Name Type Engine Capacity* Rate Rate Brindisi Too 50 ft Bertram Twin 650 HP 8 pax $2300 $2900 Brindisi 44 ft Hatteras AC Twin 550 HP 8 pax $2000 $2700 El Aguila 44 ft Hatteras AC Twin 450 HP 8 pax $1900 $2600 T Boat 42 ft Sportsfisher Twin 450 HP 6 pax $1800 $2300 El Jefe 38 ft Out Islander AC Twin 550 HP 6 pax $1900 $2400 Brindisi 37 36 ft Chriscraft Twin 350 HP 6 pax $1400 $1900 Great Marlin 36 ft Mirage Twin 350 HP 6 pax $1400 $1900 Ryan Lindy 36 ft Luhrs Twin 450 HP 6 pax $1800 $2400 Online.com 33 ft Bertram AC Twin 350 HP 5 pax $1400 $1900 Dream On 33 ft Black Fin Twin 350 HP 5 pax $1300 $1800 Silueta 32 ft Gamefisherman SGL 350 HP 5 pax $1100 $1400 Navegador 32 ft Gamefisherman SGL 350 HP 5 pax $1100 $1400 Maguellan 32 ft Gamefisherman SGL 350 HP 5 pax $1100 $1400 Guerrero 32 ft Blackfin Twin 315 HP 5 pax $1100 $1400 Permit III 31 ft Gamefisher Twin 350 HP 5 pax $1200 $1700 Wet Ass II 31 ft Bertram Twin 350 HP 5 pax $1200 $1700 Señuelo 31 ft Bertram Twin 350 HP 5 pax $1100 $1500 Flamingo II 31 ft Gamefisher SGL 350 HP 5 pax $1100 $1500 Tomato I 28 ft Mko SGL 150 HP Outboard 5 pax $650 N/A La Lentitud 26 ft Center Console SGL 220 HP Inboard 5 pax $650 N/A Bahamas 28 ft Center Console SGL 225 HP Outboard 5 pax $650 N/A Blue eyed Angel 25 ft Center Console SGL 90 HP Outboard 4 pax $600 N/A

Note: Costa Rica DMC Tours will add 15% service fee on above rates.

• Indicates the maximum of guests allowed per rate. $50 charge for extra person is available in selected boats. • Fishing License per person is $20.00 usd plus 15% handling fee.

For more information please contact Shirley Castillo at [email protected]

For more information please contact Shirley Castillo at: [email protected] Phone: (506) 2438-7700