eco

 
eco itinerary

The following is a sample of the type of eco trip we can put together.

Highlights:
Arenal Volcano, Horseback Ride, Canopy Tour, Thermal Springs, Tamarindo Beach, Turrialba, Whitewater Rafting.


Day 1
Arrival in Costa Rica. Head north towards the active, erupting Arenal Volcano. Welcome dinner and trip orientation with your IAU guide.

Day 2
Horseback ride and Canopy Adventure into a private rainforest preserve on the foothills of the Cerro Chato Volcano. Zip across cables high up in the canopy of the jungle, stopping at platforms to observe the flora and fauna. Also visit the Fortuna Waterfalls. Enjoy a relaxing evening enjoy while soaking in the hot springs at the base of the volcano, while observing the volcano activity from the perfect vantage point.

Day 3
Early breakfast, then drive around Lake Arenal and out towards Tamarindo Beach, on the northern pacific coast. After checking in to our hotel, enjoy the rest of the day playing in the sand, surf and sun.

Day 4
Free time to yourselves on the beach. Your IAU guide will drive back to San Jose this morning to meet your flight tomorrow. We can arrange any of the following optional tours operated locally:
*Sunset boat rides
*Snorkeling adventure
*Surf lessons

Day 5
Pre-arranged flight from Tamarindo back to San Jose this morning. Your IAU guide will be there to meet your flight, and then continue eastward, towards the rugged and lush valley of Turrialba, including visits to interesting cultural and historical sights along the way.

Day 6
Free day to wander around town, relax back at the hotel, or maybe enjoy one of the following adventure options:
*Horseback riding to the top of the Turrialba Volcano (3389 m.)
*Mountain biking (variety of trails- all difficulty levels)
*Guayabo National Monument - an important pre-Colombian archaeological site in Costa Rica
*Hiking to the Guayabo Waterfall - one of the most beautiful falls in all of Costa Rica.

Day 7
The final adventure- a extraordinary whitewater rafting adventure down the world-famous Pacuare River (class 3-4 rapids), considered one of the most scenic tropical river canyons in the world! Afterwards, return to San Jose City for a farewell dinner and 'fiesta'!!

Day 8
Shuttle to the airport for final departure.

* Important Note:
This itinerary is not a scheduled tour, it is only a sample of what we can do for you and your self formed group. Our tours are not open to the public and you will not be joining others. Your final itineray will be determined by your preferences, interests and abilities. Contact us to help you design a private, custom adventure tour of your own.

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