FAMILY FUN IN THE COUNTRY OF GREEN GOLD
Itinerary
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Day 1 JUAN SANTAMARIA AIRPORT- SAN JOSÉ
In the afternoon, settling into our accommodation and welcome, our local team is in charge.
Transportation: 30 minutes - 1 hour by bus.
Accommodation: Hotel.
Meal(s) at the client's expense: Lunch and dinner. -
Day 2 ARENAL VOLCANO NATIONAL PARK - HOT SPRINGS
After breakfast, we will head to the Arenal region. Once there, we will take the park trail, which is the perfect example of forest regeneration; if the weather is favorable, we will ascend to a lava flow and admire the view. On one side, you will see the splendid, perfect conical volcano, and an artificial lake, the source of a large part of the energy consumed in the country, on the other. In the afternoon, we will relax in pools heated by the city's thermals where slides loop. There are also more quiet places with jacuzzis, relaxation and fun guaranteed for the whole family.
Transportation: 2-3 hours by bus.
Accommodation: Hotel.
Meal(s) at the client's expense: No.
Hike duration: 2-3 hours -
Day 3 VISIT TO DANAUS ECO-CENTER - HORSEBACK RIDE TO LA FORTUNA WATERFALL
This morning, we will visit Danaus Eco-Center, which was originally plains for cattle, but it was completely reforested and protected. Therefore, it was repopulated. At our own pace, we will discover the Malekus cultural center, their medicinal plant garden, and their frog and butterfly gardens. After breakfast, we will go on horseback through the fields, and then, on foot, we will go to La Fortuna Waterfall where we can refresh ourselves in the crystal waters in the middle of an incredible green area.
Transportation: 30 minutes - 1 hour by bus.
Accommodation: Hotel.
Meal(s) at the client's expense: No.
Hike duration: 2-3 hours -
Day 4 SARAPIQUÍ -ZIPLINE- RAFTING - TIRIMBINA RESERVE
Today, a wonderful day full of adventure awaits us. We will begin our program with a zipline tour over the Sarapiquí River and through the rainforest. Later, we will continue by rafting down Sarapiquí River (Class II-III) in which we will cross many rapids and natural pools with crystal-clear water. Our day ends with the discovery of Tirimbina Reserve at night... A grand moment!
Transportation: 2-3 hours by bus.
Accommodation: Hotel.
Meal(s) at the client's expense: No.
Hike duration: 1-2 hours -
Day 5 CAHUITA NATIONAL PARK - CARBON - COOKING CLASS
After breakfast, we will continue to the Caribbean coast. Upon our arrival in Cahuita, we are going to hike in the national park. This park is fascinating because it combines many facets, such as the sea with its coral reef, beach, coconut trees, rainforest, and a variety of wildlife. In the afternoon, we will settle into our lodge in the heart of the forest and we will participate in making our dinner, guided by the instructions from our wise cook who knows all the secrets of the Caribbean flavors.
Transportation: 4-5 hours by bus.
Accommodation: Hotel.
Meal(s) at the client's expense: No.
Hike duration: 2-3 hours -
Day 6 CARBON - TURRIALBA - MOUNTAIN BIKING
This morning, we will go to the Turrialba region, which we will discover (after eating) on bicycle. We will cross sugar cane and coffee plantations. If time allows, we can see Turrialba and Irazu volcanoes on the way.
Transportation: 3-4 hours by bus.
Accommodation: Lodge.
Meal(s) at the client's expense: No. -
Day 7 TURRIALBA- DOTA
This morning, we will take the road towards the small city of Dota. We will visit the basilica in Cartago before having lunch and then, we will continue our afternoon with a visit to Martín and Juanita´s farm, where they will show us how to produce fruit and vegetables...
Transportation: 3-4 hours by bus.
Accommodation: Hotel.
Meal(s) at the client's expense: No.
Hike duration: 30 minutes-1 hour. -
Day 8 DOTA - PLAYA HERMOSA - BALLENAS MARINE PARK EXCURSION
After an excellent breakfast, we will go for a short walk, where with a little luck, we could see the quetzal. Then, we will head to Playa Hermosa, where a boat awaits
us to discover Ballenas Marine Park and its humpback whales...Transportation: 3-4 hours by bus.
Accommodation: Lodge.
Meal(s) at the client's expense: No.
Hike duration: 1-2 hours -
Day 9 PLAYA HERMOSA
Today will be a free day and we can adapt our program to our wishes. Optionally, you can visit the famous Corcovado National Park (approximately $100 3:30 by boat and 4-6 hour hike), scuba dive around Caño Island (approx $100), kayak through the mangroves (approximately $65), or simply enjoy the beach...
Transportation: depending on activities.
Accommodation: Lodge.
Meal(s) at the client's expense: Lunch. -
Day 10 PLAYA HERMOSA - PALMICHAL
This morning, we will leave early because a long day awaits us. Our trip is marked by a variety of landscapes available to us and we will arrive to Palmichal by mid afternoon. There, our hosts await us to prepare a pizza with regional products and a traditional wood-burning oven.
Transportation: 5-6 hours by bus.
Accommodation: Lodge.
Meal(s) at the client's expense: No. -
Day 11 PALMICHAL - VISIT TO A COFFEE FACTORY - SAN JOSÉ
Today, we will mainly focus on coffee. We will begin in the morning with a hike through the coffee plantations and the villages that connect Palmichal to Jorco, the producer that won the Cup of Excellence in 2017. After seeing the plant in its natural setting, you will visit the place where the coffee is weighed and processed for distribution, ''the benefit'' and we will end our discovery with a tasting before returning to San José.
Transportation: 3-4 hours by bus.
Accommodation: Hotel.
Meal(s) at the client's expense: No.
Hike duration: 1-2 hours -
Day 12 SAN JOSE - JUAN SANTAMARIA AIRPORT
Depending on the hour of your transfer to the airport (arrive to the airport 3 hours before your flight), you can choose to visit the city: Gold Museum, Jade Museum, National Museum, Central Market, Artisan alley...
Transportation: 30 minutes-1 hour by bus.
Accommodation: No.
Meal(s) at the client's expense: Lunch and dinner.
PROGRAM MODIFICATION
Dates & prices
Departures for French-speaking groups:
No departure for now
Trip code: UCOSMUF
Terms and conditions
Inscription
Facturation
Annulation
- Cancellation received more than 30 days prior to the departure date: a sum of €50 per person will be retained
- Cancellation received 30 to 21 days before the departure date: your deposit, 30% of the total trip price will be retained
- Cancellation received 20 to 14 days before the departure date: 50% of the total trip price will be retained
- Cancellation received 13 to 7 days before the departure date: 75% of the total trip price will be retained
- Cancellation received less than 7 days before the departure date: 100% of the total trip price will be retained
- Fixed airfares: if your airline ticket was issued in advance, often done to avoid significant surcharges, you will be charged 100% of any non-refundable fees if you wish to change or cancel your flight plan.
- Fixed in-country costs: early charges for firm bookings will be charged if you cancel or modify your trip.
- Insurance costs: if you have taken out comprehensive or cancellation insurance, the cost of insurance is due and cannot be refunded.
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Prix et révision des prix
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Practical info
Staff
Food
- Petits déjeuners copieux, choix de fruits frais (papaye, ananas, melon, pastèque, orange), pain ou tortillas de maïs, céréales.
- Les déjeuners et dîners sont très souvent accompagnés de gallo pinto (riz moyennement épicé avec haricots noirs). Les pique-nique sont fait de sandwichs, légumes et fruits.
- Boissons : beaucoup de jus de fruits naturels (jus de mûres sauvages délicieux), café léger savoureux.
- Eau : durant votre séjour les boissons, y compris l’eau minérale, sont à votre charge. Vous pouvez remplir vos gourdes d’eau dans les villages, les sources, les hôtels. Il est préférable de la traiter avec des pastilles purifiantes (de micropur ou d’hydrochlonazone). Évitez autant que possible l’achat de bouteilles en plastique qu’il faut ensuite recycler. Si vous devez acheter de l’eau en bouteille, nous vous conseillons d’acheter des bouteilles de 10 litres (ou 5 litres) pour remplir vos gourdes au fur et à mesure.
Accommodation
- Lodges : Hébergements en chambre double/twin avec sale de bain privative
- Cabinas : Hébergement avec salle de bain privative. Chambre de 2 à 4 personnes
- Finca : Propriété agricole faisant également office de maison d'hôtes. Chambre de 2 personnes avec salle de bain privative. Exceptionnellement, une salle de bain peut-être partagée entre 2 chambres
- Communautés : Vous êtes hébergés par les membres des communautés. Le confort est simple et les sanitaires sont communs
- Station forestière : Hébergement collectif et confort sommaire. Sanitaire communs. Nous utilisons parfois ce type d'hébergement dans des endroits isolés, lorsque nous n'avons pas d'autres solutions afin de vous permettre d'être ua plus proche de la nature.
Transportation
Budget & exchange
- 1 USD = 530 Colones
- 1 USD = 0.92 €