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THE
CENTRAL VALLEYMost exciting experience in Costa Rica.
visit volcanoes, rivers, private reserves, Orosi Valley famous for
its old Church
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Few
regions of comparable size can offer as many sights, unique attractions
and leisure-time activities as Costa Rica
Activities and Attractions
Frida Travel
(506) 252-73-07 San José
COSTA RICA
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ITINERARIES
Discovery
the nature and wildlife.
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Day 1 Arrive San Jose |
Arrive in San Jose at
any time. There are no planned activities so check into our
hotel and enjoy the city. |
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Day 2, 3 Puerto Viejo de
Talamanca |
We begin with an
incredible bus ride over the mountains to the Caribbean
coast. The picturesque village of Puerto Viejo de
Talamanca's white and black sand beaches are surrounded by
exotic tropical vegetation. There are several optional
activities available. Rent a bike, or hire a boat to
Manzanillo and hike through the Gandoca - Manzanillo
National Wildlife Refuge. Try snorkelling or take it easy
and succumb to the beauty of this tropical paradise. |
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Day 4 Tortuguero National
Park |
A morning boat ride
takes us from Moin to Tortuguero, with spectacular wildlife
viewing en route. The beaches host the nesting grounds of
the Green and Leatherback sea turtles. This unique village
has walking paths that extend into the National Park.
Another boat trip takes us to the Caribbean coast. We'll
travel on the Sarapiqui River with its incredible variety of
birds and animals, stopping for lunch at Puerto Viejo de
Sarapiqui. |
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Day 5,6 Rara Avis
(1B,2L,2D) |
The trip up to the
Waterfall Lodge is half the adventure as we travel from the
small town of Las Horquetas on a tractor- drawn cart across
15km of rugged terrain. We enter into primary rainforest
bordering Braulio Carrillo National Park. At 700m (2000 ft)
above sea level, the climate is cool and comfortable year-round.
A naturalist guide is on hand to interpret the nature trails,
butterfly farm or point out a swimming spot at the twin
waterfalls. There is also an option to climb to a viewing
platform 30m (100 ft) above the jungle floor. |
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Day 7-9 La Fortuna /
Arenal |
La Fortuna, at the
foot of Arenal Volcano, is an excellent base for area
explorations. You can take a night hike around the base of
the Arenal Volcano for an unforgettable adventure
accompanied by the sounds of monkeys in the trees above and
the distant rumbling of the volcano. Other optional
activities include a day of white water rafting, horseback
riding, a tour of the Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge, or a
relaxing soak in the lush, cascading hot springs of Tabacón
Resort. |
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Day 10,11 Monteverde |
From the central
valley, we ascend into the cool, misty mountain air of the
Monteverde Cloud Forest. We have the opportunity to travel
by horse from Lago Arenal up the alluring green mountain
trail to Monteverde. Here we'll spend a couple of days
exploring the town and the Forest Reserve, truly a bird
lover's paradise. This unique community has several co-operatives
worth visiting. Other optional activities , a butterfly
garden and a canopy tour. |
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Day 12-14 Quepos / Manuel
Antonio National Park |
This small town on
the Pacific coast is a great place to relax and enjoy the
sun and sea. Manuel Antonio National Park offers excellent
hiking, spectacular views, and abundant wildlife viewing.
There are beautiful white sand beaches and the warm
turquoise water is ideal for swimming, fishing, kayaking,
boogie boarding, sailing or surfing. |
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Day 15 San Jose |
Return to San Jose
for some last-minute shopping and a final night on the town. |
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Day 16 Depart San Jose |
Depart any time today. |
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PRICING |
$1455 per person |
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accommodation |
13 nights simple hotels/inns,
2 nights multi-share lodge. |
| transport |
private bus, tractor,
boat, horseback. |
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trip style |
Intrepid Original
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| group size |
12 maximum |
| departure |
Departs regularly.
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| budget |
Allow USD $20 per day for
food - for additional expenses, see dossier. |
| notes |
1. Allow USD $200 for the
local payment. |
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