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Costa Rica - Pacifica Tour

Day 1: Home - San Jose

After arriving in San Jose, make your way directly to the famous topiary gardens of Zarcero en route to the mighty slopes of the Arenal Volcano, Costa Rica's most active volcano. In the afternoon and evening, relax in the magical Tabacon Hot Springs and witness lava exploding out of the volcano. A truly incredible sight! Overnight: La Fortuna

Day 2: Monteverde

Start the day hiking to the La Fortuna Waterfall which pours straight out of the rainforest. Swim in the beautiful pools at the base of the waterfall and take a first look at the lush rainforest. After the waterfall, continue the journey around Lake Arenal and into the misty cloud forests of Monteverde. On the way stop for snacks and native crafts at the lakeside Toad Hall. Upon arrival in the cloud forest, visit the Monteverde Biological Cloud Forest Preserve or the Monteverde Butterfly Garden. Overnight: Monteverde

Day 3: Monteverde

Explore the canopy of the cloud forest on the SkyTrek. Zipline from treetop platform to platform on a system of cables. Orchids, bromeliads and ferns share this aerial existence with an abundance of wildlife. If you're lucky, you may catch a glimpse of the resplendent quetzal. Spend the afternoon visiting the Monteverde Biological Cloud Forest Preserve, which is acclaimed as one of the most outstanding wildlife sanctuaries in the New World Tropics. End the day with a visit to the Orchids of Monteverde, which boasts a collection of over 100 different types of orchids. Overnight: Monteverde

Day 4: Manuel Antonio

In the morning, head directly to the Pacific beach town of Manuel Antonio. Along the way, see giant crocodiles from the bridge above the Tarcoles River and stop for lunch in the surf town of Jaco. Spend the afternoon in Manuel Antonio kayaking and snorkeling on beautiful coral reefs and exploring the many remote, white sand beaches of the area. Overnight: Manuel Antonio

Day 5: Manuel Antonio

Your day begins hiking through the beautiful Manuel Antonio National Park, home to sloth, toucans, parrots and three species of monkeys. Spend the afternoon exploring the area or relaxing on the beach. Overnight: Manuel Antonio

Day 6: San Jose

Have a leisurely morning soaking up some more Pacific sun and surf, or continue your exploration of the area. In the afternoon, make your way back to San Jose. Relax in the city and get ready for tomorrow's run down the Pacuare River. Overnight: San Jose

Day 7: San Jose - Pacuare River

Head to the banks of the Pacuare River to see one of the world's most scenic rivers as it slices through virgin rainforest and plunges down mountain gorges while beautiful waterfalls cascade from far above. After, return to the hotel for a final night in San Jose. Overnight: San Jose

Day 8: San Jose - Home

Depending on departure time, there may be time to visit the National Museum that houses artifacts dating back 12,000 years or to visit one of San Jose's crafts markets where you can purchase mementos of your Costa Rican Adventure. Then board the plane filled with unforgettable memories!

Tour includes:

Return Air: Home - San Jose, Costa Rica
Return transfers airport and hotel in San Jose
7 nights hotel accommodation - Participants in multiple bedded rooms. Chaperones in double rooms.
All meals, snacks and drinking water throughout tour
Naturalist guides throughout tour
Air conditioned coach throughout tour
All entrances and activities and tours as indicated on itinerary

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