Discover Costa Rica15 days - from $2280Explore the jungles, mountains and coasts of this natural paradiseWith its rich volcanic soil, the tropical climate of Costa Rica supports an eco-system of incredible biodiversity encompassing thick jungle, cloud forest, mangrove swamp, Pacific and Caribbean coastline and a handful of active volcanoes. The result is a destination with abundant wildlife; in the hilly interior sloths lay dormant, Howler monkeys swing amongst the canopy and flamboyant toucans screech and soar overhead. During the nesting season at Tortuguero National Park thousands of Green turtles arrive to lay their eggs on the beaches of the Caribbean coast - an unforgettable sight. Costa Rica's appeal lays in its sheer variety. Our journey takes us through national parks and reserves to see the very best of this ecological paradise. Itinerary:Day 1 Start San Jose. 2 To Caribbean coast, boat to Tortuguero N.P. 3 Boat tour through the water channels of Tortuguero N.P. 4 Inland to La Fortuna, near Arenal Volcano. 5 Morning hike to La Fortuna Waterfall; afternoon visit volcano. 6 Transfer to Tilaran Mountains, with breathtaking views of Gulf of Nicoya and islands below. 7 Visit Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve, famous for its biodiversity. 8 Along coast to Manuel Antonio. 9 Morning guided visit to Manuel Antonio N.P. 10 Drive to Golfito, stay at lodge in rainforest. 11 To local school and hike through the Piedras Blancas N.P. 12 To Savegre, in cloud forest, for quetzal spotting. 13 Free day for optional activities including birdwatching and hiking. 14 Walk to Copey, a tiny picturesque village nestled in the highlands of the Central Mountains; drive to San Jose. 15 End San Jose. Mode of travel: Travel is by minibus, sometimes on dirt roads, and by boat. Group size: Normally 6 to 16, plus leader. Accommodation: 14 nights hotels and eco-lodges which meet 3* standards. All rooms have en suite facilities and most properties have swimming pools. Food: All breakfasts, 8 lunches and 6 dinners included. Optional Single Supplement: from $612.50 Trip Reference: AUC Reverse Itinerary: trips that run in reverse are specified with an 'R' in the dates and prices table below. Notes: Turtle nesting season (July to October) Trip Reference: AUC |
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| Start | End | Prices in US$ | Total Price | Availability | |
| 07 Mar 12 | 21 Mar 12 | $2510 | $2510 |  | |
| 19 May 12 | 02 Jun 12 | $2330 | $2330 | | |
| 14 Jul 12 | 28 Jul 12 | $2330 | $2330 | | |
| 04 Aug 12 | 18 Aug 12 | $2330 | $2330 | | |
| 08 Sep 12 | 22 Sep 12 | $2280 | $2280 | | |
| 29 Sep 12 | 13 Oct 12 | $2280 | $2280 | | |
| 20 Oct 12 | 03 Nov 12 | $2330 | $2330 | | |
| 10 Nov 12 | 24 Nov 12 | $2330 | $2330 | | |
| 01 Dec 12 | 15 Dec 12 | $2580 | $2580 | | |
| 22 Dec 12 | 05 Jan 13 | $2700 | $2700 | | |
| 05 Jan 13 | 19 Jan 13 | $2610 | $2610 |  | |
| 12 Jan 13 | 26 Jan 13 | $2610 | $2610 | | |
| 19 Jan 13 | 02 Feb 13 | $2610 | $2610 | | |
| 26 Jan 13 | 09 Feb 13 | $2610 | $2610 | | |
| 09 Feb 13 | 23 Feb 13 | $2610 | $2610 | | |
| 23 Feb 13 | 09 Mar 13 | $2610 | $2610 | | |
| 09 Mar 13 | 23 Mar 13 | $2610 | $2610 | | |
| 23 Mar 13 | 06 Apr 13 | $2680 | $2680 | | |
| 06 Apr 13 | 20 Apr 13 | $2680 | $2680 | | |
| 20 Apr 13 | 04 May 13 | $2610 | $2610 | | |
| 18 May 13 | 01 Jun 13 | $2420 | $2420 | | |
Prices and itineraries shown for tours departing from January 2012 onwards are subject to change and confirmation with the publication of our 2012 /13 brochure, due to be published in October 2011.