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Arenal Volcano and Coter Rainforest

Leaving the hotel early in the morning, you'll enjoy the gorgeous landscapes that surround Lake Arenal before arriving at Coter Forest Reserve. There, you'll take a relaxing walk with a naturalist guide, who will offer the perfect introduction to our tropical forests. Along the path you'll be able to spot and learn about different types of trees and the rich flora that comprise these forests. After the walk, you'll enjoy a delicious Costa Rican lunch.
In the afternoon, you'll continue to the hot springs, where you can bathe in thermal waters set amid manicured tropical gardens. Imposing Arenal Volcano looms in the background, keeping everyone's attention by offering frequent eruptions. Early in the evening you'll start heading back to Guanacaste.

INCLUDES: Air-conditioned transportation, bilingual guide, entrance to the hot springs, lunch and dinner.
DURATION: Approximately 12 hours
WHAT TO BRING: Walking shoes, bathing suit, camera and film, binoculars, hat, insect repellent and raincoat.

This tour operates with a minimum of two persons.

Rates per person: $ 155.00
Children from 0 - 3 years free
Children from 4 to 9 years old pay: $85.00
Children from 10 years old pay as an adult.

Authentic Horseback Riding

Get ready to experience a new type of horseback ride. The Costa Rican fincas are the perfect places to travel back in time just like the “sabaneros” still do it after years of tradition. Ride over peaceful hills, streams, open fields and tropical dry forest full of birds and mammals. Impressive views wait at the top of the hill, and you'll ride through authentic villages in Guanacaste. At the end of the ride you'll enjoy a delicious authentic Costa Rican snack.

INCLUDES: Air-conditioned transportation, bilingual guide, equipment
DURATION: Approximately 7 hours
WHAT TO BRING: Long pants, sun block and a hat.

This tour operates with a minimum of two persons.

Waiver is required

Rates per person: $106.00
Children from 0 - 4 years old are not allowed
Children from 5 to 9 years old pay: $55.00
Children from 10 years old pay as an adult.

Canopy Tour

You'll begin a short journey through several small villages. These
settlements will give you the chance to combine adventure with culture as
you arrive at the site where the canopy experience begins. Using special
safety equipment, you'll travel through the treetops and riverbanks, between
platforms set high above the ground. At each platform you'll be able to
stop, rest and take in the gallery that this dry forest offers. If Mother
Nature cooperates, even howler monkeys might share this unforgettable
experience with you.

INCLUDES: Air-conditioned transportation, bilingual guide, equipment for
canopy tour and entrance fee
DURATION: Approximately 4 hours
WHAT TO BRING : Insect repellent, light clothing, jeans, camera and film.

Artola Canopy Tour ( Zone 1 ) ½ Day $75.00
Cartajena Canopy Tour ( Zone 2 ) $75.00
Canyon Tour at Hacienda Guachipelin $155.00

Passengers who stay in Hotels located in Zone 1: (Grand Papagayo Resort,
Allegro Resort Papagayo, Villas Sol Hotel & Beach Resort, Villas del Sueño,
Hotel Playa Hermosa Bosque del Mar, Casa Conde del Mar Hotel & Resort,
Ocotal Beach Resort, Premier Fiesta Resort & Spa, Four Seasons).

Passengers who stay in Hotels located in Zone 2: (Paradisus Playa Conchal,
Flamingo Beach, Flamingo Marina, Tamarindo Diria, El Milagro, Jardin del
Eden, Cala Luna, Capitan Suizo, Barcelo Playa Langosta).

This tour operates with a minimum of two persons.

Costa Rica 's Wonders

Palo Verde National Park is a wildlife sanctuary. The refuge offers a fantastic chance to see crocodiles, monkeys, and thousands of birds. This is a must-see for nature lovers. The park is composed of different life zones, rivers, and a lake that forms during the rainy season. After touring the park, you'll take an interesting trip through the Matambú Coffee Plant's facilities, where you'll learn about the different processes for making coffee, from planting to treatment to recycling waste. You'll also learn about this area's coffee production, which is unique in Guanacaste, as well as the indigenous and rural cultural values of the region. And of course, you can't miss tasting a cup of exquisite Diriá Coffee. This is a tour for coffee lovers.

INCLUDES: Air-conditioned transportation, bilingual guide, entrance fee to the coffee tour, boat tour of Palo Verde and lunch.
DURATION: Approximately 10 hours.
WHAT TO BRING: Light clothing, camera and hat.

This tour operates with a minimum of ten persons.
The sequence of the tour depends on the tides.

Rates per person: $150.00
Children from 0 - 3 years free
Children from 4 to 10 years old pay: $75.00
Children from 11 years old pay as an adult.

Hanging bridges in the rainforest “EXTRAVAGANZA”

You'll head to the foothills of Tenorio Volcano to a private nature reserve. Along the paths of the reserve you'll participate in an active walk through the rainforest where you'll have the chance to see the forest from a totally different perspective by walking along four hanging bridges. The ferns, trees and exotic plants that you can only see in the interior of the forest will delight you. At the end of this experience, you'll head to the restaurant where you'll enjoy a traditional lunch and, if it's clear, a great view of Lake Nicaragua .

INCLUDES: Air-conditioned transportation, bilingual guide, entrance fee at the reserve and lunch
DURATION: Approximately 8 hours
WHAT TO BRING: Hiking shoes, light clothing, binoculars, camera and film.

This tour operates with a minimum of two persons.

Rates per person: $115.00
Children from 0 - 3 years free
Children from 4 to 10 years old pay: $55.00
Children from 11 years old pay as an adult.

Miravalles Getaway: Volcanoes, Nature & Culture

The Macadamia tour on the La Anita farm not only reveals the secrets of the most exotic and expensive nut in the entire world, but it also offers impressive views of three of Costa Rica 's volcanoes. Additionally, you'll have the chance to experience the impacting climatic change between the dry forest and the tropical rainforest. The region's dynamic geology will also be at your fingertips. All of this within two hours! After the tour, you'll have a delicious, authentic Costa Rican lunch. During your time on the macadamia plantation you'll discover what makes this “queen of the nuts” so spectacular. You'll also be able to take a little homemade macadamia nougat back home with you as a delicious souvenir of your trip to Costa Rica . On the way back you will enjoy some Costa Rican art in our stop at the gallery.

INCLUDES: Air-conditioned transportation, bilingual guide, tractor transportation, and lunch
DURATION: Approximately 8 hours
WHAT TO BRING: Insect repellent, light rain coat (you can buy one at the plantation), camera, binoculars.

This tour operates with a minimum of two persons.

Rates per person: $135.00
Children from 0 - 3 years free
Children from 4 to 10 years old pay: $85.50
Children from 11 years old pay as an adult.

Nicaragua , Volcanoes and Colonial Cities

The gorgeous vistas of Maderas and Concepcion volcanoes grace your eyes. The volcanoes are located on one of the largest freshwater islands in the world. Later, you'll visit one of Nicaragua 's most active craters, on Masaya Volcano. There, you can enjoy the geological beauty and admire the vegetation that surrounds the area. Afterwards, you'll stop for shopping at Masaya's indigenous market, where you can find some of the region's finest handicrafts.

From there you'll move to Granada , where you'll step back in time. This is Central America 's oldest European-founded city. More than 20 colonial-era churches sit throughout the city of centuries-old colonial buildings.

INCLUDES: Immigration taxes for Costa Rica and Nicaragua , air-conditioned transportation, 2 bilingual guides, stop for shopping at Masaya's Market, visit to colonial Granada with entrance fee to two museums, visit and entrance fee to Masaya Volcano National Park , light breakfast and lunch.

DURATION: Approximately 14 hours

WHAT TO BRING: Passport, comfortable shoes, camera, film, light clothing and suntan lotion.

This tour only Operate with a minimum of 10 passengers and only on Wednesday and Friday).

Rates per person: $185.00
Children from 0 to 10 years old pay: $95.00
Children from 11 years old pay as an adult.

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Rates valid from Oct. 18th, 2007 to November 30th, 2008.
Provided Prices are net per person, per tour. Based on a minimum of 2 (two) passengers.

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