San
José City Tour
(Afternoon)
Pick-up
time: 12.40 p.m. aprox.
Duration: 4 hours
The tour starts taking you through the East of the city of San
José, passing the Democracy Park, National Museum, Federal Courts,
Los Yoses neighborhood, San Pedro Mall Center and Rodrigo Facio
University city of Costa Rica.
We will continue drive down through Barrio Dent, Calderón Guardia Museum, Train Station and the National Park. We will stop at the National Monument in the National Park. You will see very close the Congress Building, National Library and one of the principal buildings “Tribunal Supremo de Elections”.
We will continue through the Morazan Park, Metallic building School, Insurance Institute, España Park, The Yellow House and through SENAC or old factory of alcoholic beverages. Next close the Central Park of San José, Melico Salazar Museum and the Metropolitan Cathedral.
We will stop at the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum and Opera House for a tour.
After the tour, we will continue to the West of the city visiting La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Art Museum (old control towel of the principal Airport of San Jose) Nunciatura Apostólica Mr. Oscar Arias residence who won a Nobel Peace Prize in 1987, Los Yoses and Rohrmoser neighborhoods.
We will continue to Plaza Esmeralda where you can taste a delicious cup of coffee, buy some souvenirs or cigars.
Note: Opera House closed on Sundays. The Gold Museum closed on Mondays instead we will visit Children Museum or Natural Science Museum (La Salle)
Suggested equipment: Camera
Arenal
Volcano by night and Tabacón Hot
Springs 
Pick-up time: 9 a.m. aprox.
Duration: 11 hours
Arenal Volcano is located on the plains of San Carlos, famous for the beauty of its landscape, the picturesque villages and its special climate. The Arenal Volcano is magnificent, drawing attention to its powerful explosions of ash and lava which appear as multicolored fireworks at night, making Arenal one of the most active volcanoes in the Américas. And if this wasn't enough, just in front of the volcano, so close that you can feel the colossus vibrate, we will visit the most beautiful gardens with hot springs that complete the fascinating night of natural wonders. After dinner, on the way back to San José, you will understand why this has become one of the most popular tours in Costa Rica.
During this tour we also visit Sarchi well known for the beauty of the handcrafts that they produce (Lunch and dinner included)
Suggested equipment: Swimsuit, sweater, insect repellent and a towel.
 Irazú
Volcano
Pick up time: 8.30 a.m. aprox.
Duration: 5 hours
In route to Southern area by taking Pan-American highway we will start the ascent of the colossus “Iztarú”. The winding road traverses the fertile earth that is cultivated with many kinds of vegetables while an extensive panorama is being observed. At the top, of the volcano the principal craters are seen and on a clear day it might be possible to distinguish both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. We will continue descending to the city of Cartago, stop at the Basílica of Los Angeles, a traditional pilgrimage center for many Catholics.
Suggested equipment: Hat, light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, binoculars and camera.
 Irazú
Volcano, Lankester Gardens & Orosi
Valley
Pick up time: 8.30 a.m. aprox.
Duration: 8 hours
In route to Southern area by taking Pan-American highway we will start the ascent of the colossus “Iztarú”. The winding road traverses the fertile earth that is cultivated with many kinds of vegetables while an extensive panorama is being observed. At the top, of the volcano the principal craters are seen and on a clear day it might be possible to distinguish both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. We will continue descending to the city of Cartago, stop at the Basílica of Los Angeles, a traditional pilgrimage center for many Catholics.
After our visit to the Basilica of los Angeles we will continue to Lankaster Gardens, investigation center of the University of Costa Rica which protects more than 800 species of orchids and bromeliads, in addition of other varieties of plants.
The tour continues with a ride through the unique beauty of the Orosi Valley. We will visit one of the few colonial churches and is also where we will stop to enjoy a delicious lunch. On the way back to San Jose we will visit the rustic Casa del Soñador, well know for the rustic Costa Rican art.
Suggested equipment: Hat, light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, insect repellent, binoculars and camera.
Isla
Tortuga (Pacific Island Cruise)
Pick up time: 6.00 a.m. aprox.
Duration: 11 hours
Costa Rica is famous for its romantic day cruises to its exotic Pacific Islands in the Gulf of Nicoya.
After a comfortable ride to the Pacific coast, you will board a luxurious yacht for the Pacific Island Adventure. Our final destination, Tortuga Island, famous for its pristine white sand beaches and crystal clear water that give us the opportunity to enjoy different activities. A delicious seafood buffet will be served on the beach. You will not want to miss this island paradise adventure.
(Snacks, lunch and transportation included).
Suggested equipment: Sweater, camera, binoculars, swimsuit, sun block and towel.
 Canopy
Tour
Pick up time: 9.00 a.m. aprox.
Duration: 7 hours
This is definitely an adventure you don't want to miss. We will leave the city and head up to the mountains surrounding the Central Valley offering scenery of spectacular vegetation, coffee fields, ornamental plants and picturesque villages typical for Costa Rica.
As we ascend you will experience the climate changes, common of our country.
The Canopy Tour is once in a lifetime experience, consisting of sliding in a cable between platforms flying through the canopy.
The Canopy of San Lorenzo is located in the middle of a tropical forest reserve on a beautiful site where we will encounter orchids, bromeliads and other flowers.
The length of the cable is 8200 feet between 19 platforms. The Canopy of San Lorenzo has one of the longest cables in the country.
During the tour, the guide will explain to the participants the most important things about the forest that we are visiting.
After a short walk we will enjoy a delicious lunch at Gran Vista Restaurant in the Valle Escondido Hotel.
Suggested equipment: Camera, light clothes, comfortable shoes and insect repellent.
El
Pueblo Antiguo (The old town)
(Nightly activity) Only Fridays and Saturdays
Pick-up time: 6.30 p.m. aprox.
Duration: 3 hours
Learn about Costa Rica's culture origins with this show. A spectacle where you will come in contact with our nineteenth century's traditions. Enjoy a humorous show where you will get to know our beliefs, dresses, architecture, music, food and dance. Discover Costa Rica's traditions at Pueblo Antiguo.
The different buildings in this unique theme park highlight the various architectural trends found in Costa Rica between 1880 and 1930. The main objective of Pueblo Antiguo is to revive Costa Rican traditions in a similar context. The combination of live actors, live music and folkloric dances present a vibrant living experience allusive to the past.
Suggested equipment: Sweater and camera.
Dinner at Tierra Tica
RAM Luna Restaurant and View Point (Night activity that only operates Wednesdays.)
Pick up time: 5.00 p.m. aprox.
Duration: 4 hours
Take pleasure from seeing the magnificent view of the Central Valley from this high point of the mountains surrounding the valley while enjoying a delicious buffet with traditional Costa Rican dishes. Also watch an amusing traditional masquerade show followed by pleasant marimba music and typical dances. Finish the evening admiring the magic of bright fireworks. Also you may watch local artisans work in their crafts.
Suggested equipment: Camera and sweater.
 Carara
Biological Reserve & Beach Resort
(One day) Saturdays only
Pick up time: 6.40 a.m. aprox.
Duration: 10 hours.
We begin our trip with a delicious breakfast on the way to the Pacific coast. In approximately two hours, you will have the opportunity to visit one of the few places showing the transition between rain forest and the dry tropical forest. This characteristic has made the trip very informative, since you can find a big diversity of birds, plants, reptiles and other mammals.
A delicious lunch will be served in one of the best hotels of tropical atmosphere in Jaco Beach.
Suggested equipment: Insect repellent, camera, binoculars, hiking shoes, raincoat, swimming suit, sun lotion and towel.
 Orosi
Valley and Lankester Gardens
Pick up time: 10.30 a.m. aprox.
Duration: 6 hours
After our visit to the Basílica de los Ángeles we will continue to Lankester Gardens, the center of investigation of the University of Costa Rica that protects more than 800 species of orchids and bromeliads in addition to various other plants.
Thereafter we will continue to the Orosi Valley with its extraordinary beauty. Here it is possible to visit one of the few colonial temples that are still in use at today's date and the Orosi Valley is also where we will make our stop to enjoy a delicious lunch. On the way back we will have the possibility to observe the rustic Casa del Soñador, well know for the rustic Costa Rican art.
Suggested equipment: Hat, light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, insect repellent, binoculars and camera.
 Poas
Volcano – La Paz Waterfalls Gardens
Pick-up time: 8:00 a.m. aprox.
Duration: 8 hours
The tour will take you along the Pan-American heading towards the town of Alajuela and pass by the way to the Agriculture Monument, Juan Santamaria statue and the famous Mangos' Park. During the ascent to the volcano we stop at the coffee fields for an explanation, then we will pass through fern farm, strawberry plantations and flowers farms.
On the top of the volcano we will spend enough time to observe the principal crater with its sulphur fumaroles.
As we continue towards the Caribbean area, we will stop to discover La Paz Waterfall Gardens, a Nature Park where we will walk on the truly spectacular trails that will lead us to Magia Blanca Falls (the largest and the most spectacular of the falls in the area). At the Park you will also witness the largest enclosed butterfly observatory in the country and a amazing hummingbird gallery with a beautiful collection of tropical jewels.
A buffet lunch will be ready for us after the tour, then we are ready to go back to San Jos é
Suggested equipment: hat light, jacket, hiking shoes, insect repellent, binocular s and camera.
 Poás
Volcano National Park/Grecia/Sarchí
Pick up time: 8.30 a.m. aprox.
Duration: 8 hours
The tour will take you along the Pan-American heading towards the town of Alajuela and pass by the way to the Agriculture Monument, Juan Santamaria statue and the famous.
The tour continues with a visit to Grecia, a nice town that is considered one of the cleanest in Latin América and where we can find the only metallic church in Central America, a national monument that fill their natives with pride. We will also visit the Central Market of Grecia lifestyle of Costa Rican people. The tour continues by visiting Sarchi, which is the center of Costa Rican handcraft with an abundance of craftsmen that work in fine woods. You will have time to see the artist works in the fabric of the famous oxcarts and additionally you can choose your own souvenir to take back home.
Recommendations: Light jacket, hiking shoes, binoculars and camera.
White Water Rafting
Pick up time: 06:00 a.m. aprox.
Experience the thrill of white water rafting! Full explotation of excitement. The scenery while rafting is just marvelous. The vegetation that will surround you plus the power of the waters of the river will transport you into a great wild adventure. The equipment will be given, and a specialized guide will instruct you on how to manage yourself into the strong currents of the river. (Breakfast and lunch included).
Suggested equipment: Camera, sandals, sunscreen, towel and extra clothing.
a. Class III Sarapiquí River
Pick up time: 6:00 a.m. approximately
Duration: 10 hours
b. Class VI Pascua and Pacuare
Pick up time: 6:30 a.m. approximately
Duration: 10 hours.
4
ater Raftiin 1 The best of Costa Rica
Pick-up time: 6.20 a.m. aprox.
Duration: 11 hours
The tour will take you along the Pan-American heading towards the town of Alajuela and pass by the way the Agriculture Monument, Juan Santamaria statue and the famous Mangos' Park . During the ascent to the volcano we stop at the coffee fields for an explanation, then we will pass through fern farm, strawberry plantations and flowers farms.
On the top of the volcano we will spend enough time to observe the principal crater with its sulphur fumaroles.
As we continue towards the Caribbean area, we will stop to discover La Paz Waterfall Gardens, a Nature Park where we will walk on the truly spectacular trails that will lead us to Magia Blanca Falls (the largest and the most spectacular of the falls in the area). At the Park you will also witness the largest enclosed butterfly observatory in Costa Rica and a amazing hummingbird gallery with a beautiful collection of tropical jewels. A buffet lunch will be ready for us after the tour.
Once we arrive at Puerto Viejo we will be ready to enjoy a relaxing boat ride on the Sarapiquí River, just sit back and observe the wildlife that is around you. The monkeys, iguanas, crocodiles, and the variety of birds will allow you to relax and concentrate on the scenery. During the boat ride our guide will also explain to us about life style of the friendly people that live at the river margins.
Before returning to San Jose we will drive through the unforgettable rain forest of Braulio Carrillo National Park, one of the most important rainforest reserves for Costa Rica.
Includes: Breakfast, coffee fields visit, Poás Volcano National Park crater and trails tour, La Paz Waterfalls gardens butterfly, hummingbird and waterfalls trails. Buffet lunch, Sarapiquí River float with drinks onboard and ride through Braulio Carrillo National Park.
Suggested equipment: Hat, light jacket, hiking shoes, insect repellent, binoculars and camera.
Adventure Combo
Rafting and Canopy Combo in Sarapiqui
Pick-up time: 8.00 a.m from the last hotel
Costa Rica provides White Water Rafting experiences that take your adrenalin to top levels and fascinating Canopy Tours going high above the treetops. Now you can enjoy the two activities in an extraordinary way. Discover the natural marvels of Sarapiqui; an extensive territory located in the northeastern parts of the country, with a variety of crystal clear rivers, an abundance of beautiful tropical forests and villages inhabited by friendly and laborious people.
Leaving San José the tour traverses the majestic scenery of Braulio Carrillo National Park and arriving in Sarapiqui we will enjoy two adventurous attractions: the Canopy Tour in the middle of a secondary forest with trees of high altitude and after lunch the White Water Rafting in the agitating waters of the River Sarapiqui.
The Canopy Tour takes about an hour and a half and the nine cables of different length stretch over the forest with the last one crossing the Sarapiqui River.
The rafting at Sarapiqui River has different levels between class II and class III, presenting vibrant scenery to those who want to participate in this exciting activity. Nine miles of unexpected rapids in combination with calm and relaxing intervals makes this an unforgettable experience for bird watchers and nature lovers.
The tour includes:
Transportation, bilingual guide, equipment for canopy, equipment for rafting and lunch.
What to bring:
For the canopy: Light clothing, insect repellent, comfortable shoes and extra clothes.
For the rafting: Swimsuit, fastened shoes, towel and extra clothing.
The Best of the Pacific
From San José we will head towards the Pacific Coast through the old Spanish route of 1606.
Once we reach our destination, we will start the jungle boat tour that goes along the Tarcoles River. Our guides will introduce you to the world of crocodiles and different species of birds.
Thereafter we will arrive at one of the most beautiful protected areas, the Punta Leona Beach Resort, an exotic paradise surrounded by 750 acres of lush tropical rainforest, pristine white sand beaches and the deep blue waters of the Pacific.
The day is at leisure and you will have plenty of time to enjoy the pleasant weather as well as activities such as water sports, swimming in the crystal clear water of the sea or just relaxing by the pool. At lunch time a delicious meal will be served at one of the nearby restaurants.
As an optional activity in the afternoon we also offer a guided tour through the jungle. The tour takes approximately 1.5 hours and is a good opportunity to see animals such as amphibians, reptiles, and scorpions.
The sunset at Punta Leona is an extraordinary experience and after enjoying this spectacular natural view we start our journeys back San Jose.
What to bring:
For the river: Hat, sunblock, insect repellent, binoculars and camera.
For the resort: Shorts or skirts, sandals, swimsuit and towel.
For the jungle (optional activity): Comfortable shoe.
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