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Explornatura
In 1999 a group of adventure sport enthusiasts realized their dream as they combined their years of work and experience to create Explornatura.
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Luis, the river guide, was excellent. As I had been rafting several times before I knew his actions kept us out of trouble, he did a great job getting us through. The lunch was good but it was a little hard to get moving afterwards! You know how you like to just lay back. All in all, everything was better than advertised. We really had a wonderful experience. We really appreciated all the work you put in to make everything just right. Recommendations - most definitely yes. The poster goes up tomorrow at work and I already have photos ready. I'm sure everyone in my area will know how well we were "taken care of" I can only hope we can send some troops your way. Again your new friend at American Airlines
Dan Slupski, Dallas, TX September 2006
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Ocean Adventure
This is the perfect mix for those who want a lot of adventure mixed in with a lot of beautiful beaches! Explore the hidden cloud forests of Costa Rica's towering peaks, kayak in the mangroves, snorkel in the sparkling waters of the South Pacific, and be amazed by the flourishing wildlife in Manuel Antonio National Park the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation!
Highlights:
- Cloud Forest Canopy Tour
- Snorkeling
- Kayaking
- Surfing Lessons
- Manuel Antonio National Park
- South Pacific Beaches
Size of group:
No minimum, Maximum 11
Date availabilities:
| Arrival Day | Departure Day |
|---|---|
| 20-jan | 28-jan |
| 10-feb | 18-feb |
| 24-mar | 01-apr |
| 05-may | 13-may |
| 14-jul | 10-jun |
| 02-jun | 22-jul |
| 25-aug | 02-sep |
| 27-oct | 04-nov |
| 24-nov | 02-dec | 15-dec | 23-dec |
Trip Itinerary:
Day 1: Bienvenidos a Costa Rica! (Welcome to Costa Rica!)
When you arrive in San Jose, an Explornatura guide meets you at the airport and accompanies you to your hotel in the heart of San Jose, perfectly located for exploring the treasures that Costa Ricas capital has to offer. With an entrance ticket to the Gold Museum and a list of other sites to see and things to do, all conveniently located within four blocks of your hotel, you begin your first evening in this exciting capital city. The evening is highlighted by dinner with the tour group and meeting the Explornatura guide who will lead the rest of your trip.
- Dinner
Day 2: Cloud Forest Canopy Tour
Your Costa Rican adventure begins early in the morning when we start south out of the Central Valley driving high up into the mountains that run parallel to the Pacific Coast. This takes us to the area of Cerro de la Muerte which is 2000 to 3000 meters above sea level (6500 - 9800 ft approximately). At this high elevation the average temperature stays in the mid 60s during the day and gets down into the 40s and 50s at nighttime. Here you will be immersed in a tropical cloud forest as we go on a canopy tour that includes over 200 meters (655 ft) of zip lines that traverse the tree canopies and provide you with spectacular 360 degree views of the mountains. We spend our evening at a luxurious resort, enjoying cooler temperatures of the higher elevations before heading off to the hot, sun-soaked beaches of the South Pacific the next morning.
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks
Day 3: Mountains to the Coast
A beautiful morning drive from the towering Central Mountain Range transports you down to the stunning beaches of the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica. Here an entire afternoon of relaxation awaits you allowing for much needed time to rest up for the adventures to come!
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks
Day 4: Snorkeling in Isla de Caño
Truly a day for the ocean lover in you! We begin the day with a relaxing boat trip to the Isla de Caño and spend the day snorkeling, swimming, and soaking up the sun.
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks
Day 5: Kayaking in the Mangroves
A drive into the tropical mangroves is followed by basic safety instructions on kayaking and then fitting up with all the necessary equipment. We are then off on a thrilling kayak adventure through the majestic mangroves of the south pacific where you have a great chance to see the famous Scarlet Macaws and other tropical wildlife. Experience the flavors of authentic Costa Rican cuisine as you lunch in a local restaurant, and then spend the afternoon enjoying some down time on the beautiful local beaches.
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks
Day 6: Surfing Lessons
We couldn't let you come all the way to one of Costa Rica's most popular destinations for surf without at least giving you a chance to hang ten! A morning surfing lesson is followed by a day spent putting your new knowledge to the test in the amazing waves of the Pacific.
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks
Day 7: Manuel Antonio National Park
If you are down in the South Pacific, you can't miss the chance to go to one of Costa Rica's most famous attractions, the Manuel Antonio National Park. Here you enjoy not only the beautiful beaches and natural surroundings, but also close encounters with Costa Rican wildlife like monkeys, sloths, coatimundis, and scarlet macaws just to name a few. Truly a day for the nature lover in you!
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks
Day 8: More Beaches!
For your final day in Costa Rica, you can soak up your last rays from the tropical sun or wander around Manuel Antonio to take in the local culture and maybe even pick up a couple of souvenirs for family and friends back home. In the afternoon, it's back to San Jose where a stay in one of the hotels near the airport ensures your departure day will be as smooth as possible. In the evening, a farewell dinner with your guide and travel companions will be your final memories of an unforgettable vacation.
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks
Day 9: Goodbyes
Airport transfer and departure.
Price: $2.500
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Included:
- Accommodations: 2 nights in top-quality hotels, 1 night in mountain lodge, 5 nights in beach-side resorts
- Transportation: Private Car, Van, and/or domestic flight
- Knowledgeable and bi-lingual tour guide for the whole trip
- Highly-trained and certified guides for all adventure activities
- All adventure activities and the equipment needed (certified by both U.S. and European standards)
- Meals: freshly prepared meals in only the best of restaurants (as denoted in the descriptions)
- Airport pick-up and drop-off
- All National Park entrances
- Complementary photo CD
Not included:
- International airfare to Costa Rica
- Costa Rica departure tax ($26)
- Extra tours that you may want to do in the provided free time
- Guide gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Alcoholic beverages
- Personal items (laundry, souvenirs, etc.).
Explornatura strives to provide you with the ideal vacation in Costa Rica that combines a relaxing get away with immersion in nature and exciting adventure activities. All of the activities will be guided by professionals who will instruct, guide, and help you along the way, so no prior experience is needed to do any of the activities. Being accustomed to light physical activity will help ensure that you enjoy your adventure activities with Explornatura.
Every adventure activity that we do does involve some implied risk and physical activity (it wouldnt be an adventure if it didnt!). We go to every length to ensure your safety throughout the activities, but because of the unknown factors (weather, water levels, safety conditions, etc.) we reserve the right to make any alterations necessary in the above described itinerary.
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