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San Jose, Tortuguero, Arenal Volcano, Monteverde Cloud Forest, Manuel Antonio National Park.
With white sand beaches, turtle watching, monkey spotting, rafting and cave tours, Costa Rica is the ideal destination for the active family seeking adventure.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Group Size:
Max 15, Avg 10 Group Leader:
G.A.P leader throughout. Accommodation:
Comfortable hotels (11 nts). Transport:
Private van, river boat. Meals Included:
Breakfast daily. 2 lunches and 2 dinners in Tortuguero Budget:
Allow USD200 for meals not included. For additional expenses, see dossier. Notes:
Please note that the minimum age for this tour is 6 and least one child between the ages of 6 to 17 must be travelling per booking.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Boat tour to Tortuguero National Park
Visit to Hot Springs in La Fortuna
Guided visit to the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Arrival transfer and daily breakfast
BRIEF ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrive San José:
Arrive in San José at any time. Transfer from airport to hotel. No activities are planned for today, so get out and enjoy friendly San José.
Day 2,3 Tortuguero (2B,2L,2D):
Travel by land and small river boat to the laid back town of Tortuguero, an important nesting area for sea turtles. This is a great base for walking and exploring. A boat ride through the jungle canals provides us with plenty of opportunities to see exotic birds and other wildlife including turtles, monkeys and caiman.
Day 4-6 La Fortuna / Arenal (3B):
Travel by river boat and van to La Fortuna, near the base of the spectacular Arenal Volcano. Our hotel is on the road to the volcano-fed Tabacón Hot Springs. Visit the crocodile zoo, try river rafting, go horseback riding, or explore the lava fields.
Day 7,8 Monteverde (2B):
From La Fortuna ascend into the mountain air of the Monteverde cloud forest by van or on horseback. Spend a couple of days exploring the town and the Reserve, a nature lover’s paradise. Optional activities include a canopy walk, butterfly garden, and a canopy zip line tour!
Day 9,10 Quepos / Manuel Antonio National Park (2B):
The picturesque town of Quepos is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the white sand beaches of the Pacific coast. Go swimming, kayaking, boogie boarding, sailing or surfing. The coastal rainforest of Manuel Antonio National Park offers excellent hiking, spectacular views, and abundant wildlife viewing.
Day 11 San José (B):
Return to San José for one last night on the town.
Day 12 Depart San José (B)
B - breakfast L - lunch D - dinner
DEPARTURE DATES
Starts
Ends
04 March 2008
15 March 2008
09 March 2008
20 March 2008
11 March 2008
22 March 2008
16 March 2008
27 March 2008
18 March 2008
29 March 2008
23 March 2008
03 April 2008
30 March 2008
10 April 2008
08 June 2008
19 June 2008
10 June 2008
21 June 2008
15 June 2008
26 June 2008
22 June 2008
03 July 2008
24 June 2008
05 July 2008
29 June 2008
10 July 2008
06 July 2008
17 July 2008
08 July 2008
19 July 2008
20 July 2008
31 July 2008
22 July 2008
02 August 2008
27 July 2008
07 August 2008
03 August 2008
14 August 2008
05 August 2008
16 August 2008
10 August 2008
21 August 2008
17 August 2008
28 August 2008
19 August 2008
30 August 2008
24 August 2008
04 September 2008
07 December 2008
18 December 2008
14 December 2008
25 December 2008
16 December 2008
27 December 2008
21 December 2008
01 January 2009
23 December 2008
03 January 2009
28 December 2008
08 January 2009
TRAVEL STYLE
Demand for these trips has grown over the years as our clients, and travellers in general, look to share their adventures with their new families. G.A.P Adventures offers families the opportunity to experience something more interesting and exciting than your normal beach or cruise holiday. The focus of these adventures is on authentic travel experiences and lots of fun.
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*All Rand prices have been calculated at 1USD=ZAR8.00 or 1GBP=ZAR16.00 and are subject to change according to currency fluctuations
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