Costa Rica Adventure
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Explore the diversity of Costa Rica’s tropical
terrain while taking part in a variety of human powered
adventure activities. A healthy spirit of adventure
is all you need to enjoy this active multi-day trip.
The guides are patient and very willing to show you
how to get the most out of each activity. Mountain
biking through coffee plantations, whitewater rafting
on the Pacuare River, Hiking and Canopy in the Sarapiquí
area and exploring the Arenal Volcano area are some
of the highlights of this exciting adventure.
Day 1 Arrival in Costa Rica.
After welcoming you at San José airport
your guide will bring you to a comfortable hotel
in the city and take time to answer any questions,
meet the group and prepare for your multi-activity
adventure trip. The evening is free to explore
San José.
Day 2 Your adventure trip begins
with a drive to the Orosi Valley where we mount
our bikes. We will pass through coffee-lined
valleys and cloud forest side-by-side. With
misty vistas and lush green plants lining the
steep hillsides, there is time for breaks to
enjoy the views on our way up to mountain top
lodge near Turrialba. (B, L)
Day 3 We leave the Lodge for
the short drive to our rafting “put in”
on the Pacuare River. We will run a total of
27 kilometers of Class III-IV rapids while exploring
the magnificent valley and some of the most
dramatic scenery only accessible by river. As
we pass along the river border land inhabited
by indigenous people who have occupied the area
for centuries. You will see a few of the river
crossings they uses or access and sometimes
get a glimpse of them fishing in the river,
or the children playing. In the afternoon we
arrive at our comfortable riverside camp - “El
Nido del Tigre” which nestles between
the rainforest and the river. There is plenty
of time to settle into the camp and make it
your home, exploring the lush environment first
hand, looking out for toucans overhead, observing
the local iguanas or simply relaxing in a hammock
to the rush of river as it passes on its journey
to the Caribbean. (B, L, D)
Day 4 The day is free to enjoy this
unique environment and take some hikes through
the rainforest to a waterfall and swimming hole
or float down a 'friendly' rapid with just a
life jacket for support. your guide will discuss
the possibilities with you and will make a plan
for the day. (B, L, D)
Day 5 Now the river has become an
‘old friend’, we set out to raft
through the virgin rainforest as the river carves
its way along the valley creating some spectacular
canyons. The rapids today are really exhilarating
but with a few gentle areas to take in the scenery.
We will explore side hikes to waterfalls and
swimming holes and have lunch on the shore.
Our take-out at Finca Pacuarito in the heart
of a banana plantation is your home for the
night. Once showered and rested take some time
to explore either walking or by mountain bike.
(B, L, D)
Day 6 We leave Pacuarito after breakfast
for a scenic drive to the Sarapiqui area where
we will board a small boat for our journey along
the Sarapiqui River appreciating the natural
richness of the rainforest that borders the
river which is home to many inhabitants such
as sloths, toucans, monkeys, crocodiles and
iguanas. We reach a beautiful 500 acre Private
Reserve and have a choice of either horseback
riding or hiking to the Canopy starting point
where we traverse the tree Canopy on zip lines
– a pure adrenaline rush. We return along
the river to meet our vehicle for the remainder
of the journey to La Fortuna, the closest town
to the Arenal Volcano. (B, L)
Day 7 There are a variety of hiking
trails to choose from to fully appreciate the
majesty of the Arenal Volcano. Through private
trails into the primary forest this is a unique
experience as we are surrounded by a great variety
of flora and fauna of breathtaking beauty. The
exact route will depend upon the group but it
will be a full day of hiking. We end the day
with a soak at the Hot Springs and if the night
is clear, we get the chance to see the red glow
of the volcano’s molten lava. (B, L, D).
Day 8 We return to San Jose via
the village of Sarchi which is famous for its
Ox Cart Factories and numerous souvenir shops.
We will stop for lunch along the way. The rest
of the afternoon and evening is free to take
in the sights and sounds of San José.
There is a wide choice of restaurants to choose
from for dinner in San Jose. (B)
Day 9 You will be picked up at your
hotel in time for your departure from the airport.
(B)
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