11-Day Costa Rica Adventure with Beaches Volcanoes and Wildlife

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Day 01

Arrival in Tamarindo and Horseback Riding by the Beach

• Our tour to Costa Rica starts in Tamarindo.
• This beach village is a popular destination for couples and families looking for a good time.
• Tamarindo is the epitome of everything Costa Rica prides itself on.
• Let's head to the beach, where there is likely to be a gathering of some sort.
• On a side note, Tamarindo is also home to leatherback turtles.
• The day ends with horseback riding at the nearby beaches of Conchal and Brasilito.

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Day 02

Sunset Catamaran Cruise and Snorkeling in the Bay

• Today we do a cruise into the bay.
• We are provided with snorkeling gear, lunch, and access to an open bar.
• Enjoy the sunset while "sipping on some bubbly."

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Day 03

Transfer to Monteverde and Zip-Lining Adventure

• We relocate from Tamarindo to near the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve.
• There, we go on a zip-lining tour.
• This reserve draws roughly 70,000 visitors a year.
• It consists of over 10,500 hectares of cloud forest and 6 ecological zones, 90 percent of which are virgin forest.
• Its high biodiversity - consisting of over 2,500 plant species, 100 species of mammals, 400 bird species, 120 reptilian and amphibian species, and thousands of insects - has drawn scientists and tourists alike.
• Note that children under 6 years old are not allowed to go zip-lining.

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Day 04

Lost Canyon Adventure and Natural Hot Springs

• We relocate from Monteverde to the town of La Fortuna.
• Shortly thereafter, we are taken on an adrenaline-pumping adventure to the Lost Canyon.
• There, we climb, hike, and go waterfall rappelling.
• Lunch is included on today's tour.
• After the Lost Canyon, we are taken to one of the many natural hot springs in La Fortuna.
• More specifically, we are taken to a resort called Ecotermales Fortuna.
• There, we bathe as well as eat.
• A buffet-style dinner is included this evening.
• Note that children under 6 years old are not allowed to go rappelling.

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Day 05

Arenal Hanging Bridges, La Fortuna Waterfall, and Volcano Hike

• Today we are taken on a tour of the nearby surroundings.
• First is Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park, which features cool-looking bridges hanging in the tropical rainforest.
• Next is La Fortuna Waterfall, where we can go swimming.
• Following the waterfall is lunch, which is included on today's tour.
• Lastly for today is Arenal Volcano National Park.
• It offers a nice hike amid tropical scenery.
• The volcano measures at least 1,633 meters (5,358 feet) high and is estimated to be less than 7,500 years old.

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Day 06

Tenorio Volcano National Park and the Celeste River

• We go on a day trip today.
• We are taken to Tenorio Volcano National Park.
• The jewel of this national park is its volcano, from which it receives its name.
• Tenorio Volcano consists of 4 volcanic peaks and 2 craters.
• Thermal springs and small geysers dot the area, as do green rivers (Celeste River), waterfalls, and lagoons.
• The upper area of the park is dominated by primary cloud forest, while the lower regions are carpeted with rainforest.
• The summit can be reached via the Lago Las Dantas Trail, which winds up the volcano and passes through forested terrain before eventually reaching the peak.
• From the park's entrance, it takes about an hour to hike up to the peak/main viewpoint.
• Lunch is included on today's tour.

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Day 07

Transfer to Manuel Antonio and Night Wildlife Tour

• We relocate from La Fortuna to Manuel Antonio.
• We see why this town is so popular with tourists.
• Its national park receives almost 150,000 visitors annually.
• Manuel Antonio is Costa Rica at its most tropical.
• Let's head to the beach.
• In the evening, we go on a tour inside a park to see night creatures.
• Dinner is included on tonight's tour.

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Day 08

Manuel Antonio National Park and Surf Class

• The day starts with a guided tour inside Manuel Antonio National Park.
• This park has impressive landscapes and several coves.
• Extra time is given so we can go swimming.
• The second half of the day is spent taking a surfing class.

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Day 09

Relax on Manuel Antonio's Beaches and Travel to San Jose

• Before relocating to the capital of Costa Rica, San Jose, we have time to relax and enjoy the many white-sand beaches and lush foliage amidst great mountains and forests.

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Day 10

Doka Estate, Poás Volcano, and La Paz Waterfall

• We go on a day trip today.
• We are first taken to Doka Estate.
• There, we are provided with breakfast followed by a guided tour of a coffee plantation.
• Next, we visit Poás Volcano National Park.
• There, we are provided with a guided tour.
• Please note that Poás Volcano National Park is often closed due to eruptions. If this is the case during your visit, then this park would need to be removed from today's itinerary.
• Lastly, we visit La Paz Waterfall.
• There, we are provided with lunch as well as a guided tour.

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Day 11

Departure from San Jose

• San Jose is the final destination on our tour around Costa Rica.
• Transportation will be arranged for you to reach the international airport.