Tropical Experience

8 Days / 7 Nights

Starting at only
$1339

At your arrival, Costa Rica Guides and Expediciones Tropicales will have a representative past the immigration point at the end of the ramp, waiting for you, holding a visible placard with your last name. The representative will not be able to provide assistance with your luggage inside the airport, as you’re the only person permitted to do so.

Once you have exited the airport, our driver will gladly assist you with your luggage and private transportation to the hotel in San Jose.

Twenty minutes outside of San Jose we will cross the Continental Divide and enter the Braulio Carrillo National Park. After a half-hour trip through the park, the bus will reach a 1000-acre private reserve of virgin forest.
Open-sided vehicles transport passengers from the parking area to the Visitor's Center. The shuttle trip provides an introduction to the forest, as visitors pass by a small river and numerous tree snags with nesting holes of various birds.  At the Visitor's Center, visitors are provided with a quick briefing on canopy exploration and the construction of the tram. From this point, visitors divide into smaller groups for a 45 to 90 minute (optional) nature walk with a trained naturalist guide.

Then we will board the Aerial Tram. The open-sided cable-cars hold 5 passengers and a guide.  The tram ride lasts about an hour and fifteen minutes. The lower, outbound leg of the tram journey takes you skimming over hilltops and in and out of the sub-canopy, a dark world of overburdened tree limbs dripping with mosses, ferns, and orchids. Lianas and vines drape over branches and traverse forest spaces, and act as highways for birds and insects. The ride will stop several times as passengers board at either loading station.

The Sarapiqui River area is rich in flora and fauna. The harmonious surroundings will allow you to relax and enjoy the scenery.

Situated a mere 91 km northwest of San José, the Arenal Volcano is one the most active volcanoes in the Americas. In 1968 it erupted decimating the small town of Tabacón. At present, pyroclastic activity is at a minimum, however, during the day it is likely you will witness smoke and ash bellowing from the nearly perfectly formed conical shape.

Next, we will visit the Baldi Hot Springs Resort where you can relax in the soothing waters and be caressed by the cool night air while observing the stars and the incredible night sky above the volcano. At a convenient time after your arrival, we will treat you to a scrumptious dinner and at the end of the evening you will be transferred to your hotel in Arenal.

Transfer from your hotel in San Jose to the International Airport for your flight home.

Package includes:

• Private round-trip airport transfers
• VIP service (assistance at the airport on their arrival date provided by Expediciones Tropicales)
• 07 breakfast
• 01 lunch (Day 2)
• 01 dinner (Day 5)
• 07-night accommodation in a standard room (hotel taxes included)
• Aerial Tram Tour
• Snorkeling Tour
• Sarapiqui River Tour
• Entrance fee to Baldi Resort Hot Springs

Not included:

• Meals not mentioned
• Airline ticket
• Airport departure taxes (US$26.00 per person).
• Alcoholic beverages
• Hotel extras (phone calls, laundry, room service)
• Tips (not mandatory but appreciated)

Hotel Rates:

With Expediciones Tropicales, you can choose the hotel category that best suits your budget!

Rates:

Hotels may vary and are subject to availability.
Your credit card will be charged the total cost of the package at time of purchase. Rooms availability is not guaranteed until full payment is received.

This package can be modified according to your special requirements.  Please don’t hesitate to contact our sales executives to get your customized package. You will receive an answer in a maximum of 24 hours, Monday through Friday.\