Small Group Adventure Travel - G.A.P Adventures

Costa Rica Family Adventure

12 days ex San José

Trip Code: CRF

San José, Tortuguero, Arenal Volcano, Cloud Forest Reserve, Quepos.

Engage your family with the wildlife and activities of Costa Rica! Avoid the crowds and go off the beaten track of Costa Rica all with keeping the theme of family fun. Ride through jungle canals, explore the lava fields of the Arenal Volcano and relax on the white sand beaches of the Pacific Ocean. Hot springs, monkey spotting, rafting and cave tours, Costa Rica is the ideal destination for the active family seeking adventure.

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Currency: USD
$1479

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Day 1 Arrive San José
Arrive in San José at any time.
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. Try river rafting, go horseback riding, or explore the lava fields. Enjoy an included visit to a wild animal rescue center where you'll have the chance to get up-close and personal with some indigenous animals.
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 nearby white sand beaches of the Pacific coast. Go swimming, kayaking, boogie boarding, sailing or surfing. A short distance away, 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)
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