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Beaches & Rainforest *8 Day*

Enjoy this active and varied Costa Rica vacation that is suitable for almost any age of traveler. Plunge down the whitewater of the Pacaure River, experience the jungle adventures of Selva Bananito, and end with a couple relaxing days on a Caribbean beach.

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Day 1 Arrive San Jose

Overnight.

Days 2 - 4 Rainforest Adventure (B,L,D)

The morning of day two, head east towards the Caribbean to Selva Bananito Reserve for a few days of jungle discovery and adventure. While exploring one of Costa Rica’s most pristine rainforests, you’ll have the chance to climb a giant kapok tree and enter the fascinating world of the rainforest canopy. There’s also horseback riding through the adjacent family farm to learn about organic tropical farming techniques. For the adventurous you can spend a day hiking deep into the jungle to a 70 foot waterfall and then take a dip in it’s cool waters. For those who prefer a more relaxed day, Selva Bananito offers plenty of smaller excursions too. At the end of each day, locally grown food is served by candlelight before you retire to the tranquil retreat of your jungle cabana.

Day 5 Off to the Beach (B,L,D)

After a morning of rainforest adventures, it's off to the white sand beach of Playa Cocles for some fun in the sun!

Day 6 Caribbean Free Day (B,D)

Surrounded by thick jungle, you might be lucky to wake this morning to the loud roar of howler monkeys. Look carefully into the canopy surrounding the lodge and you might be treated to the site of these loud tropical creatures. The day is yours to enjoy. Go snorkeling, sea kayaking, take a rainforest walk, or just hang around the beach and swim in the surf. Your hotel can arrange everything from a trip to a nearby indigenous village to sea kayak and boogie board rentals. You might also choose to just walk along the miles of near deserted beach.

Day Excursions at the beach »

Day 7 Pacuare River Rafting (L)

Whitewater Rafting on the Pacuare River in Costa RicaThis morning you will be picked up and head to the Class III-IV whitewater of the Pacuare River. One of Costa Rica’s most exciting whitewater trips, the Pacuare plunges through spectacular mountain gorges and passes through virgin rainforest filled with howler monkeys, toucans, sloths, ocelots and more. For younger travelers or those looking for a slower pace, you can opt to raft a tamer river. After lunch make your way back to San Jose to complete your Costa Rica travels. Spend the evening enjoying one of San Jose's finer restaurants or just relax in your colonial style hotel.

Day 8 Return Home


 

US$ 1515
 8 day starting and ending in San Jose, Costa Rica.
Tour Code: BR8
Single Supplement: US$325

US$95
Triple room discount
US$120
Quadruple room discount
US$1795 - BR9
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Travel Highlights Pacuare Whitewater
Selva Bananito Lodge
La Amistad Biosphere
Caribbean beach

Accommodations: 5 nights comfortable cabanas, 2 nights comfortable hotels. Note that Selva Bananito Lodge does not have electricity, and uses solar-heated water.

Food Includes: All meals as indicated (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner); most of our hotels offer free continental breakfast.

Transportation: minibuses, 4x4 vehicle, raft

Group & Staff: Min 2, 12 Max; bilingual naturalists, local guides

Personal Budgeting: Allow $40 for meals not included, $65 optional excursions, $27 international departure tax, gratuities

Pre & Post Tour Accommodations: Share US$60, Single US$110

Is it for Me? An itinerary filled with beach and adventure, and flexible enough to accommodate the most adventurous souls and those who prefer a more relaxed time. An easy trip for any age. For those not comfortable with Class III-IV rapids, they may switch to a tamer river.

Arrival / Departure Transfers: 1 person US$50 each
2 or more people US$25 /person

Start Dates 2008 : Weekly Departures, please inquire Holiday departures: Dec 20, Dec 23, Dec 24, Dec 26, Dec 28
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