Toucans, Tree Tops & Beach Time
14 days/13 nights
Family Holiday
Guide Price €9,374 per family (based on 2 adults & 2 children)
With exciting activities, a plethora of wildlife and manageable travelling distances Costa Rica is the perfect choice for a family holiday.
- Wonderful wildlife
- Amazing activities
- Beach time
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Itinerary
Day 1 San José to Central Valley
On arrival into San José transfer to your hotel in the Central Valley.
Day 2 Central Valley
Visit the Toucan Rescue Ranch. Meet some of the animals the ranch has saved and learn about the rescue and release process.
Day 3 Central Valley to Tortuguero NP
Wake up early and travel by road to the Caribbean coast through an increasingly lush landscape. Continue by boat along winding jungle-lined canals to reach your lodge. This afternoon take a tour of the village of Tortuguero. Learn about the sea turtles who visit this area every year to nest (Jul - Sep). In season tours to observe these turtles nesting can be arranged locally.
Day 4 Tortuguero NP
Explore Tortuguero National Park on guided tours by foot and boat. This unique environment is home to a diverse mixture of flora and fauna. Your guides will help spot wildlife as you cruise the canals and wander the narrow pathways.
Day 5 Tortuguero NP to Arenal
Travel to the town of La Fortuna, situated in the shadow of Arenal Volcano. Check into your hotel and enjoy the pool and volcano views.
Day 6 Arenal
This morning explore the treetops; soar up into the canopy on a gondola ride then wander along hanging bridges through the lush rainforest.
Day 7 Arenal
Enjoy the sights and sounds of the rainforest as you paddle down the Penas Blancas River. Look out for monkeys, brightly coloured birds and other wildlife as you float along this peaceful river. This afternoon go searching for sloths on a specialist tour with a sloth expert! Your guide will help you seek out the best place to find these curious creatures.
Day 8 Arenal
Relax and enjoy the facilities at your hotel or discover more of the Arenal region.
Day 9 Arenal to the Guanacaste Coast
Travel to the Pacific coast for a few days by the ocean.
Days 10-13 Guanacaste Coast
Relax on the beach and enjoy some family time in the tropical Costa Rican sun.
Day 14 Guanacaste Coast to San José
Transfer to Liberia airport and fly to San José.
Additional Options: Why not add some extra activities to make the ultimate family adventure? Zipline through the rainforest canopy or experience white-water rafting in Arenal, watch turtles nesting in Guanacaste (Oct - Feb) or learn to surf on Costa Rica’s famous waves. Ask your travel consultant for more details of the tours we can offer to enhance your holiday.
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Price & Inclusions
- Private transfers and a combination of shared and private sightseeing excursions
- Flight as detailed
- 13 nights hotel accommodation
- 13 breakfasts, 3 lunches & 2 dinners
- International flights
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The tour itinerary, inclusions and departures are based on travel from 01/01/2024 to 31/12/2024. Guide prices are subject to availability and may vary by departure date. For travel outside of these dates, the itinerary and inclusions may vary to that shown above - please ask for details.Offers are subject to availability and restrictions may apply.
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