Costa Rica Eco Adventure
8 Days from $1,526 per person
Glide through tree-lined waterways and relax in thermal pools, sample chocolate made from the world's best cacao and journey back in time with a native Quaker in Old Town Monteverde.
Overview
Glide through tree-lined waterways and relax in thermal pools, sample chocolate made from the world's best cacao and journey back in time with a native Quaker in Old Town Monteverde.
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Day 1: Arrive San José
Learn the secrets of Pura Vida on this effortlessly delivered encounter with Costa Rica. This evening, join your Travel Director and fellow expeditioners for a Welcome Reception.
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Day 2: San José – Braulio Carrillo National Park – Tortuguero National Park (2 Nights)
Journey to San Isidro de Heredia, where we'll dive into culture with master chocolatiers to learn about the history of chocolate and how it is produced at this small workshop. Take a journey upriver to Tortuguero, where you'll visit the Green Turtle Research Station.
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Day 3: Tortuguero National Park Sightseeing
Explore Tortuguero's lush waterways today. If you're lucky enough to be visiting during nesting season, join an optional walk to witness turtles laying their eggs.
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Day 4: Tortuguero – Sarapiquí
Meet the Tico family for a cultural experience at their palm plantation to learn about and sample the delicate heart of palm. Enjoy a leisurely hike in Sarapiquí, then enjoy a Regional Meal dinner with the owners of your hotel.
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Day 5: Sarapiquí – Arenal
Embark on an optional rafting trip*. We connect with locals, joining the Quintana Family for lunch at their eco-friendly hacienda. Learn how your visit contributes to the local community. We continue to Arenal Volcano, where we spend the afternoon relaxing.
*Note: Participation in this activity is at your own risk, and a signed liability waiver will be required.
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Day 6: Arenal – Monteverde Cloud Forest (2 Nights)
Visit Monteverde Cloud Forest, then meet a native Quaker, and Local Specialist, who will share stories of Old Town Monteverde.
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Day 7: Monteverde Cloud Forest Sightseeing
Join your guide for an excursion through Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve and later walk above the jungle floor on its Sky Walk*. We toast to our eco-adventure at a Farewell Dinner.
*Note: Participation in this activity is at your own risk, and a signed liability waiver will be required.
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Day 8: Monteverde – Depart Liberia or San José
Transfer to either Liberia or San José International Airports. Airport arrival will be at 11:30 am for both San José and Liberia airport. Please be aware when booking your flights.
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30 Day Refund Guarantee
We promise you’ll enjoy a stress-free travel experience from the minute you start your vacation planning or we’ll refund your deposit. Make your reservation with a $350 deposit. If you change your mind for any reason within 30 days of booking, we’ll offer you a full refund.
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Definite Departure
| Depart Date | Return Date | Price | Discount | Availability | Price | ||
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| 19 Jan 19 | 26 Jan 19 | $1,850$1,665pp | Early PaymentPay by Jan 17 | Request Quote Book Now | |||
| 26 Jan 19 | 2 Feb 19 | $1,850$1,665pp | Early PaymentPay by Jan 17 | Request Quote Book Now | |||
| 2 Feb 19 | 9 Feb 19 | $1,850$1,665pp | Early PaymentPay by Jan 17 | Request Quote Book Now | |||
| 10 Feb 19 | 17 Feb 19 | $1,850$1,665pp | Early PaymentPay by Jan 17 | Request Quote Book Now | |||
| 17 Feb 19 | 24 Feb 19 | $1,850$1,665pp | Early PaymentPay by Jan 17 | Request Quote Book Now | |||
| 23 Feb 19 | 2 Mar 19 | $1,850$1,665pp | Early PaymentPay by Jan 17 | Request Quote Book Now | |||
| 3 Mar 19 | 10 Mar 19 | $1,825$1,643pp | Early PaymentPay by Jan 17 | Request Quote Book Now | |||
| 9 Mar 19 | 16 Mar 19 | $1,825$1,643pp | Early PaymentPay by Jan 17 | Request Quote Book Now | |||
| 17 Mar 19 | 24 Mar 19 | $1,825$1,643pp | Early PaymentPay by Jan 17 | Request Quote Book Now | |||
| 23 Mar 19 | 30 Mar 19 | $1,825$1,643pp | Early PaymentPay by Jan 17 | Request Quote Book Now | |||
| 30 Mar 19 | 6 Apr 19 | $1,825$1,643pp | Early PaymentPay by Jan 17 | Request Quote Book Now | |||
| 20 Apr 19 | 27 Apr 19 | $1,750$1,575pp | Early PaymentPay by Jan 17 | Request Quote Book Now | |||
| 18 May 19 | 25 May 19 | $1,750$1,575pp | Early PaymentPay by Jan 17 | Request Quote Book Now | |||
| 15 Jun 19 | 22 Jun 19 | $1,695$1,526pp | Early PaymentPay by Jan 17 | Request Quote Book Now | |||
| 29 Jun 19 | 6 Jul 19 | $1,695$1,526pp | Early PaymentPay by Jan 17 | Request Quote Book Now | |||
| 20 Jul 19 | 27 Jul 19 | $1,795$1,616pp | Early PaymentPay by Jan 17 | Request Quote Book Now | |||
| 28 Sep 19 | 5 Oct 19 | $1,695$1,526pp | Early PaymentPay by Jan 17 | Request Quote Book Now | |||
| 5 Oct 19 | 12 Oct 19 | $1,695$1,526pp | Early PaymentPay by Jan 17 | Request Quote Book Now | |||
| 9 Nov 19 | 16 Nov 19 | $1,795$1,616pp | Early PaymentPay by Jan 17 | Request Quote Book Now | |||
| 7 Dec 19 | 14 Dec 19 | $1,850$1,665pp | Early PaymentPay by Jan 17 | Request Quote Book Now |
Price is per person and is based on two people sharing a twin bedded room. Single rooms are available at a supplement.
Single Room Supplement: from $475.
Guaranteed Room Share is not available on this trip.
Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel Director and Driver $89 per person.
Luggage: For the two night excursion to Tortuguero National Park guests are permitted to bring a maximum of 25 lbs of luggage. Your primary suitcase will be transferred and securely stored at your Sarapiqui hotel.
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Professional Travel Director
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Sightseeing with Local Experts
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VIP Access
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WIFI on Coach and in Hotels
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Cultural Enrichment
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Expertly Selected Hotels
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Hotel Tips
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Most Meals
Meal Summary
17 meals: 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches , 6 dinners.
Included Highlights
Hidden Treasure
- Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure
Be My Guest
- Join Don Alberto and Doña Ana Quintana for a traditional Costa Rican lunch at their Hacienda Pozo Azul, a 2000-acre working ranch
Cultural Insight
- Indulge in gourmet chocolate made from the world's best cacao beans. Visit a Tico family's palm plantation to learn about and sample the delicate heart of palm
Local Specialist
- Listen to a Quaker share stories of the beginning of Monteverde's colorful history
Sightseeing Highlights
- Visit Tortuguero National Park, Sarapiquí, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
- View Arenal Volcano
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30 Day Refund Guarantee
We promise you’ll enjoy a stress-free travel experience from the minute you start your vacation planning or we’ll refund your deposit. Make your reservation with a $350 deposit. If you change your mind for any reason within 30 days of booking, we’ll offer you a full refund.
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30 Day Refund Guarantee
We promise you’ll enjoy a stress-free travel experience from the minute you start your vacation planning or we’ll refund your deposit. Make your reservation with a $350 deposit. If you change your mind for any reason within 30 days of booking, we’ll offer you a full refund.
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Passports and Visas
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Currency
The currency in Costa Rica is the colón. You’ll usually find the best exchange rates in your destination and can pay with your debit or credit card in many places. The most convenient way to obtain cash is to use your ATM card at local banks in Costa Rica. It is important that you inform your financial institutions of your travel plans before you leave home so they don’t flag your purchases as potentially fraudulent charges.
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Cuisine
One of the most enjoyable parts of traveling is sampling the local cuisine. In Costa Rica food mild and simple with many dishes centered on rice, beans, vegetables and meat. Try the local ceviche prepared with octopus, shrimp, tilapia and seabass cured with lemon juice and spices. You’ll find an abundance of fresh produce to enjoy including plantains, coconut, papaya and mango. Costa Rican coffee is strong and rich; try it black or order it with milk (café con leche).
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Packing
Costa Rica has an enjoyable climate with sunshine throughout the year. We suggest bringing a variety of comfortable, lightweight clothing that can be layered to save space in your suitcase and give you more options for how to dress. Sturdy walking shoes are important. Insect repellant and sunscreen may come in handy, as well as a light jacket and reusable water bottle. For more helpful information please refer to our Packing Tips & Packing List.
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Tipping
Restaurants in Costa Rica are required by law to add 13 percent tax and 10 percent gratuity to the bill. For this reason Costa Ricans do not tip. If you would like to leave an additional tip to reward good service, it’s appropriate to leave 5-10 percent for your waiter.
At the end of your guided vacation, it’s customary to offer your motor coach driver and Travel Director a gratuity. We recommend the equivalent of $4 per person/per day for your driver and $6 per person/per day for your Travel Director. Recommended gratuity for a Local Host and Local Specialist is the equivalent of 1-2 dollars per person, paid at the conclusion of each guided visit. A convenient option is to prepay your tips before your departure.
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Baggage
Baggage on our trips is restricted to one large suitcase per person with dimensions not exceeding 30x19x10 inches and a maximum weight of 50 pounds. You are also permitted one piece of hand luggage, which should be small enough to fit under your coach seat or on the small overhead shelf compartment. Please note that luggage with an adjustable handle and wheels will not fit in the overhead compartment of the coach. Hotel porterage is included in your vacation.
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Health and Fitness
You will need to be comfortable on your feet, walking and standing for up to three hours in various weather conditions. All of our vacations involve walking, often on cobblestone and uneven surfaces in historic city centers. In order to get the most out of your vacation you need to be able to comfortably walk 1-3 miles unassisted in one day, be in good condition and be able to keep pace with the group.
If you need any medications, it is important that you bring enough to last you the whole trip and keep them in your carry-on bag while you travel.
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Insurance
We highly recommend our optional Travel Protection Plan, which allows you to cancel for any reason up to 24 hours before departure. The plan also includes trip interruption, baggage loss or delay, and medical and emergency assistance. Click here for a summary of coverage details, terms and conditions.
Request a Quote
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30 Day Refund Guarantee
We promise you’ll enjoy a stress-free travel experience from the minute you start your vacation planning or we’ll refund your deposit. Make your reservation with a $350 deposit. If you change your mind for any reason within 30 days of booking, we’ll offer you a full refund.
