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Coast to Coast, this Costa Rica ecotour is a beach lover's dream

Spend an entire week on the most breathtaking shores of Costa Rica, along both the Caribbean and Pacific coasts

Duration: 7 days
Low Season: $1530/Person (May-Jun / Sep-Oct)
High Season: $1595/Person (Nov-Apr / Jul-Aug)
This Costa Rica ecotour is a beach lover's dream. Spend an entire week on the most breathtaking shores of Costa Rica, along both the Caribbean and Pacific coasts. Travel to the secluded Tortuguero area where you'll witness some of the most impressive wildlife the country has to offer on this Costa Rica ecological tour. Then explore the tropical forests and white sand beaches of Manuel Antonio National Park. The Costa Rica adventure culminates in the rafting experience of a lifetime, riding the rushing rapids of the Naranjo River. Whether swimming at white sand beaches, canoeing through winding canals, exploring the blue waters of the Pacific or hiking through a tropical rainforest, this Costa Rica ecotour is sure to exceed your wildest expectations.
Private departures of the Coast to Coast Tour can be arranged. Please contact us regarding details and private departure costs for this trip.

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Coast to Coast Vacation Itinerary

Day 1 (Sat) SAN JOSÉ View San Jose accommodations picture gallery Arrival in the capital and transfer to your hotel. If you have time to spare, optional city tours can be arranged.
Day 2 (Sun) SAN JOSÉ - TORTUGUERO Today begins three fascinating days in Tortuguero, Costa Rica. Depart from San José on a thirty minute flight to reach this secluded area. After a delicious breakfast at Pachira Lodge, you may choose to take a late morning hike to Tortuguero Hill or travel along the Tortuguero canals in search of exciting Costa Rican wildlife. Enjoy a fabulous lunch at the lodge and then visit the colorful village of Tortuguero. Return to Pachira Lodge for the night. (B,L,D)
Day 3 (Mon) TORTUGUERO A hearty buffet breakfast begins this adventure-filled day of your Costa Rica ecotour. Depending on the weather conditions, enjoy a guided jungle walk to Tortuguero Hill or a boat tour along the Tortuguero canals. Return for lunch at the lodge and then go out for a walk along the hotel's private trails, or boat through yet unexplored canals. Dinner will be served at Pachira Lodge, the hotel where you will spend the night. (B,L,D)
Day 4 (Tue) TORTUGUERO - MANUEL ANTONIO View Manuel Antonio accommodations picture gallery Travel early to the Tortuguero airstrip for the return flight to San José, switch planes and take the thirty minute flight to Quepos, where you'll be transported to your comfortable hotel. Spend the afternoon in Manuel Antonio National Park, relaxing on the sunny beach, or, if you're feeling a bit more adventurous, go sea kayaking, horseback riding, coastal paddling, hiking in the rainforest or sport fishing. Manuel Antonio is one of the most flourishing locations in Costa Rica, where spectacular sandy white beaches meet forest-covered hills. Located on the central Pacific coast and covering an area of just 1,688 acres, Manuel Antonio National Park protects beautiful beaches, the unique formation of Punta Catedral, stunning mangroves, quaint nearby islands and a humid tropical forest, a lovely stop on this Costa Rica ecological tour. The climate is warm, humid, and wet year-round. You will spend a comfortable night at a local hotel. (B)
Day 5 (Wed) NARANJO RIVER RAFTING View Manuel Antonio accommodations picture gallery After breakfast, travel to the Naranjo River for an exciting Class III/IV half-day rafting challenge. Located about three and half hours from San José, the Naranjo drops steeply from the mountains above Quepos through a beautiful jungle gorge. This rafting trip is one wild ride on your Costa Rica adventure, taking you through stunning mountain scenery, lush farmlands and palm plantations. Water levels rise quickly on this river so rafters must be physically fit and ready for adventure. Children must be over thirteen years old to raft. Fruit and snacks are provided to recharge your energy along the way. For those less adventurous souls, rafting on a less challenging river may be arranged. After conquering the river, we'll return you to the hotel to spend the rest of the day relaxing by the pool or exploring the beautiful surroundings. Another night at the hotel. (B,L)
Day 6 (Thu) MANUEL ANTONIO - SAN JOSÉ View San Jose accommodations picture gallery The morning is yours to further explore Manuel Antonio. In the late afternoon, transfer to San José and your hotel for a final night in the capital. (B)
Day 7 (Fri) SAN JOSÉ Transfer from the hotel to the capital's international airport, marking the end of Southern Explorations services.
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Private Departures can be arranged. Please contact us regarding private departure costs.

INCLUSIONS / EXCLUSIONS

Included in tour cost: - Meals as indicated; - All hotel accommodations (twin shared basis); - All airport/hotel transfers; - Entrance fees for all scheduled tours and archaeological sites; - Rafting equipment; - English speaking certified guides; - Southern Explorations pre departure services.
Excluded in tour cost: International round - trip airfare to and from Costa Rica; - Tips and gratuities; - Travel insurance; - Continental breakfasts are included at all hotels. All other meals are not included unless specified in the itinerary.

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Moderate

COSTA RICA ACCOMMODATION

Coast to Coast:: 4 nights hotels
2 nights jungle lodge

SINGLE SUPPLEMENT

Low season: $405 High season: $410: - Single Supplement is the additional cost of a single traveler not sharing a room in double occupancy. We will match you with another same gender traveler unless you request single accommodations.