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Unveil Costa Rica Costa Rica Facts
Enjoy beautiful sunsets, lush tropi-
Costa Rica is the home to:
cal jungles and extraordinary outdoor
adventures in this new world paradise, * 9,000 higher plant species
* 800 ferns
Costa Rica. This trip will take you to * 850 bird species
* Hundreds of frogs and reptiles
some of the Costa Rica’s best known * More butterflies than the U.S.
spots and drive you off the beaten path and Canada Combined
* 10% of all mammals on earth
to discover lovely lesser-known gems. * 5% of Earth’s Biodiversity
* Most Active Volcano in Cen-
tral America
Land Area: 19,714 sq. miles
Latitude/Longitude: 9º 93N,
84º 08Wv
Highest Point: Chirripo 12,533 ft.
Mar 4th
Upon arrival at the Juan Santamaria International Airport in San Jose, you will
be greeted and escorted to the Alta Hotel which is well known for it’s Spanish
architecture and sweeping valley views. (No meals included)
Mar 5th
After breakfast you will have a great opportunity to gaze over the wonders Lost Iguana Resort
of the central valley as we climb to the Doka Estate in the coffee region of is a boutique hotel with 42 uniquely ap-
Alajuela, Coffee is one of the most prominent crops in Costa Rican history. pointed rooms on 120 acres in a primal
You will learn the cultural importance of this bean as you are taught the pro- rainforest. Every room has perfect views of
cess that coffee takes from seed to cup. After the Doka Estate we move on the the volcano.
Poas volcano where we will actually hike right up to the rim of the active crater
and peer in to see the vapor and fumes being expelled. After this breathtaking
experience we will head over to the World Famous La Paz Waterfall Gardens
to enjoy their private reserve and animal rescue center featuring a lush tropical
rain forest, flowing white rivers, spectacular waterfalls, birds, butterflies, mon-
keys, sloths, snakes, frogs and jaguars. After enjoying a gourmet lunch at La
Paz’ Colibries (Humming Bird) Restaurant we will continue our journey to
the Arenal region where you will have the rest of the day to relax and settle
in to your room at the Lost Iguana Resort & Spa where you will have a private
room surrounded by the beauty of the jungle and a perfect view of an active
Arenal Volcano
One of the ten most active volcanoes in
Arenal volcano. You will be able to enjoy hundreds of species of flowering the world, it is a fascinating natural won-
plants, ferns, palms and numerous unusual birds and animals. The rooms all der and is must visit destination for many
have direct views of the jungle and volcano and Club cars are always available travelers to Costa Rica.
to transport you to any area on the property. (BLD)
Mar 6th
After breakfast we take off on a private guided tour of the Arenal Hanging
Bridges Park. Which is one of the greatest eco touristic projects in Costa Rica,
enjoy the gorgeous primary rain forest where you will find a great biological
diversity with an abundant biodiversity that makes the Arenal region so unique
to Costa Rica and the world.
After this eco experience you will have part of the afternoon to explore the
local village of La Fortuna, and later on we meet up again to walk the Arenal
Arenal Volcano Hike
volcano trails where we are going to explore the old lava rivers. We will top off The old lava trails where formed during
the day with a luxurious soak in one of the popular hot springs. While at the the last major eruption on July 29th 1968
hot springs we will have dinner and then return to the Lost Iguana Resort for
the Night.. (BD)
Mar 7th
After Breakfast we will travel south into the fantastic scenic wooded valley of
San Gerardo de Dota. Spring brings the Resplendent Quetzals and other color-
ful species to this high valley. We will be staying at the Trogon Lodge, This is
the perfect hideaway for nature lovers, birdwatchers and those wanting to get
away from it all. The cozy and relaxing ambiance of the Lodge, makes it feel like
your home away from home. The misty and beautiful surroundings provide a
unique opportunity to enjoy the views and sounds of the cloud forest, as well
White Faced Monkey
as discover the wonders of Costa Rica’s unspoiled ecology. Mystic, tranquil, live together in groups of 10 to 35 mem-
quiet, romantic… the ideal hideaway to get away from it all. Personalized ser- bers. These groups consist of related fe-
vice in a small charming & quaint setting is what the hotel is known for. (BLD) males and their offspring, as well as several
males.
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Mar 8th
After Breakfast we will meet for a Privately guided Quetzal walk, even those
who are not avid birdwatchers, are amazed when they get to observe one of
these Resplendent Quetzal (pronounced ket-sal) considered as one of the
most gorgeous birds in the New World, that inhabits this area year round.
With its metallic green plumage, crimson breast and belly and its incredible
streamer-like feathers, watching a male Quetzal in its magical flight, is a unique
& breathtaking experience. You will have the afternoon at leisure to enjoy and Trogon Lodge
San Gerardo de Dota - Best place to
explore this unique area preserving one of the oldest oak forest in Costa Rica.
observe the Resplendent Quetzal in it’s
(BLD) natural habitat
Mar 9th
After Breakfast we will transfer down to the domestic airstrip and board our
private charter flight to the Golfito region, one of the most biologically diverse
areas in the New World. We will be staying at the Tiskita Lodge and biological
reserve, is one of the original eco lodges located on 800 acres of biological
reserve. Over 275 species of Birds, and 125 different species of tropical fruit exist
on this abundant reserve.
In the afternoon We will take our first guided walk in this remote corner of
Costa Rica. Meals are served family style and your hosts, the owners of the
Tiskita Lodge, will dine with you and Share their amazing knowledge of the Scarlet Macaws
The Scarlet Macaw can live up to 75 years
area. Rustic cabins overlook the Golfo Dulce. (BLD)
in captivity, although, a more typical lifes-
pan is 40 to 50 years
Mar 10th
After Breakfast & lunch we will be guided on walks throughout the 800 acres
of rainforest reserve which covers both primary and secondary rainforest,
mountain watershed, streams, lowland coastal regions and the ocean tide pool
habitat. A well-marked extensive trail system has been developed allowing our
visitors to experience this wide range of topical habitats. This is definitely your
best chance to see monkeys, Sloths, Agouti, Paca, Scarlet Macaws and much
more. (BLD)
Mar 11th
This will be a day of leisure at the Tiskita Lodge. You can walk down to the Three Toed Sloth
Black Sand beaches and into the small village, or arrange a horseback ride (not Sloths are classified as folivores
included) or again join of the daily guided walks around the reserve. (BLD) as the bulk of their diet
consists mostly of buds
Mar 12th
After breakfast, we will return to the airstrip and board our private charter for
the return flight to San Jose. Upon arrival in San Jose we will take a guided tour
of San Jose (The Capital City of Costa Rica), with stops At the National Mu-
seum (1887), National Theater (1897) and lunch. There will be shopping time
before we head to the Alta Hotel for our last night. (BLD)
Mar 13th
Day of departure. After breakfast you will have one last private transfer back to
the airport (B) Rainforest and Ocean View
from room at Tiskita Lodge
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Day by Day
Day 01
Meet & Greet at the airport / Transfer to Alta
Hotel.
Day 02
Doka Estate Coffee Tour / Poas Volcano Hike
/ La Paz Waterfall Gardens / Arrive at Lost
Iguana Spa & Resort. (BLD)
Day 03
Arenal Hanging Bridges Tour / Downtime in La
Fortuna / Arenal volcano lava trails / Natural
Hot springs (BD)
Day 04
Transfer to Trogon Lodge in San Gerardo de
Dota Cloud Forest 7220 feet (BLD)
Day 05
Private resplendent Quetzal bird watching
walk in the cloud forest (BLD)
Day 06
Transfer to Airport / private charter flight to
Golfito / Tiskita Lodge and biological reserve
(BLD)
Day 07
Private guided Wildlife walks at Tiskita Reserve
& Optional Tours available (BLD)
Day 08
Private guided Wildlife walks at Tiskita Reserve
& Optional Tours available (BLD)
Day 09
Private Charter Flight to San Jose / Cultural
City Tour National Theatre / National Museum
/ Alta Hotel (BL)
Day 10
Transfer to Airport / Return Flight Home (B)
What’s Included
* Private Transfer on A/C Minibus
* Private Naturalist guided throughout trip
* Private Charter flights SJO-Tiskita-SJO
Join the Capron Park Zoo Director, Jean * 2 Nights at the Alta Hotel
Benchimol on this exciting excursion to * 2 Nights at the Lost Iguana Resort
the lush rain forests of Costa Rica, Jean * 2 Nights at the Trogon lodge
is a very experienced guide as she has led * 3 Nights at the Tiskita Jungle Lodge
many trips all over Africa, Costa Rica, the * All breakfast
Galapagos Islands, Madagascar, Ecuador, * 7 Lunches
* 7 Dinners
Peru, and Venezuela. Jean ensures that each and every trip is * All entrance fees and meals men-
uniquely tailored and that every last detail is kept in mind. tioned above
Sign up for her exciting 2011 wildlife tour today and get away * All hotel and meals taxes
from the ordinary to adventure and excitement that you will * Tips to drivers & guides
Remember and talk about for years to come. * Private transfers to / from Interna-
tional Airport in San Jose
* Tips to guides and drivers
What’s not Included
Meals not mention above
Departure tax
Alcoholic beverages
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Costa Rica Tour beginning March 4th -13th 2011. Cost is $2889 per person, double occupancy, land
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Rooms: Double rooms in the hotels and lodges listed have either one double bed, two twins or two double beds
per room private shower or bath. Triple rooms have two beds; a roll away is sometimes available, but not guaran-
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visas, phones and phone calls, room service, valet, and all items of a personal nature and beverages and food not on
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