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15 Days 14 Nights
30 Sep 2019
05 Oct 2019 to 10 Dec 2020
14 nights accommodation, meals as indicated, activities as specified with an English speaking guide and services of an Explore tour leader throughout.
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Discover rich nature and unique wildlife on this exploration of the towering volcanoes of Arenal and Poas, the lush rainforests of Monteverde and Manuel Antonio, and the thriving waterways of Tortuguero.
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Unparalleled variety of wildlife
White-sand beaches surrounded by stunning national parks
Spectacular volcanoes
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Day 1
Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer included.
Day 2
Travel to Tortuguero National Park and enjoy guided boat trips and wildlife viewing through the canals and coastal jungle. In leisure time, relax at the secluded lodge or (on this evening) take an optional night boat excursion. (B)(L)(D)
Day 3
Enjoy a guided boat trip and jungle walk. Search for caiman, monkeys (spider, howler, and white-faced capuchin), sloths, and basilisk lizards. Also visit the Sea Turtle Conservancy, a non-profit organization co-founded by Archie Carr, a National Geographic grantee. Learn about the research and conservation initiatives that have been instrumental in saving the Caribbean green turtle from extinction. (B)(L)(D)
Day 4
Depart early and visit a G Adventures-supported coffee cooperative. Take a tour of the co-op and dig into a local lunch. Arrive in La Fortuna in the evening and relax at the pool as you take in jungle and volcano views. (B)(L)
Day 5
Explore Fortuna with numerous optional activities. In the evening, visit a local home and learn the art of tortilla making. Once the tortillas are ready, dig into a tasty “casado” – a typical Costa Rican dish that’s made with black beans, plantains, and your very own tortillas. (B)(D)
Day 6
Free day in La Fortuna. Options include rafting, waterfall rappelling, soaking in local hot springs, or taking a boat tour of the Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge. (B)
Day 7
From La Fortuna, we make our way by road and boat up to the misty mountain air of the Monteverde cloud forest. Spend two days exploring the town and nearby Forest Reserve, truly a bird lover’s paradise. (B)
Day 8
Enjoy a nature hike in the Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve. You’ll also have some free time after to zip line, walk the hanging bridges, or explore the town. (B)
Day 9
Visit the Monteverde Institute, which has served as the base for numerous National Geographic funded explorers and researchers studying the famed canopy of the Monteverde Cloud Forest. Enjoy a lecture by one of the researchers before playing an active role in this project, visiting the National Geographic sponsored research plot and planting trees, assisting in the nurseries, or collecting data.
Day 10
Drive to Manuel Antonio. Enjoy the laid-back atmosphere of the Pacific coast with options to surf, go horseback riding, or visit nearby picturesque beaches. (B)
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*Terms and Conditi ons: 1. The off er applies to bookings made between 00:01 BST 01 September and 23:59 BST 30 September 2019. 2. We regret the discount cannot be applied retrospecti vely to existi ng bookings. 3. The off er is available on all Explore small group trips based in Costa Rica. The following trip codes are eligible: CC, DCC, FCC, FCB, BCCB, BCC and CCR. 4. The 10% discount has already been applied to the quoted land only price of the trip on the Explore website. The discount cannot be applied to additi onal services such as fl ights, single room opti ons and pre- or post-trip arrangements. 5. Note that Flight Inclusive prices are available, but the discount only applies to the Land aspect; fl ight opti ons will be explained at ti me of booking. 6. The off er can be used in conjuncti on with Explore Loyalty Discounts. It can also be combined with the Recommend a Friend Off er (see website for details) and the Low Deposit off er (available from 05 September 2019). 7. This off er is available to customers booking directly with Explore as well as customers booking indirectly through travel agencies, both from the UK and overseas. 8. The reduced price is displayed on the Explore website. There is no need to quote a discount code. 9. The off er is subject to availability and Explore reserves the right to withdraw it.
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