Transfer from International Airport to your hotel in San José.

Overnight in San Jose (Balmoral Hotel or similar).

After exiting the plane , and pass the immigration point look for a person at the end of the ramp holding a placard with your last name.

Costa Rica Index will make special arrangements to have a representative from Canatur (Costa Rican Chamber of Tourism) meet you to provide assistance, escort you to the baggage claim area and through customs, and help you locate your local guide and driver. These persons cannot, however, provide assistance with your bags, as you are the only person permitted to handle your luggage while you are inside the airport.

Outside the arrivals area, look for our representative from Costa Rica Index who will be holding a placard with your last name on. Our driver will provide assistance with luggage and private transportation to the Balmoral Hotel in San Jose.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Aerial Tram Tour with lunch.

Private transfer to Puerto Viejo Area. (Caribbean Coast).

Overnight in Puerto Viejo (Suerre Hotel or similar).

Rain Forest Aerial Tram Tour

Twenty minutes outside of San Jose you will cross the Continental Divide and enter Braulio Carrillo National Park. After a half hour trip through the park, the bus will reach our 1000 acre private reserve of virgin forest.

Open-sided vehicles shuttle passengers from our parking area to the Visitor's Center. The shuttle trip provides an introduction to the forest, as visitors pass a small river and numerous tree snags with nesting holes of various birds - the White Hawk is regularly seen here, as well as the Pale-billed Woodpecker and many others. A deeply rutted trail crosses the road where fresh tapir tracks tell of the animals' daily pilgrimages to find forage.

At the Visitor's Center we provide 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 one of our trained naturalist guides. Our trails are well-groomed and provide an excellent introduction to the rain forest and a view from the forest floor of the canopy you will experience while on the tram.

Time now to board the Aerial Tram. the Open-sided cable-cars hold 5 passengers and a guide. Our guides are quite knowledgeable about flora and fauna. They'll point out orchids and different species of trees and are quick to identify the calls of the many birds that inhabit this unique environment.

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 return leg of the ride reveals the most dramatic portion of the trip as the cars glide on a breath-taking journey through and above the airy canopy.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Beach Snorkeling tour. A Huge Living coral reef adventure!

Balance of the day is at leisure.

Overnight in Puerto Viejo (Suerre Hotel or similar).

Breakfast at the hotel.

Private transfer from Puerto Viejo, Limón to Sarapiqui Area.

Balance of the day is at leisure.

Overnight in Sarapiquí (La Selva Lodge or similar).

Breakfast at the hotel.

Sarapiqui River Tour.

Balance of the day is at leisure.

Overnight in Sarapiquí (La Selva Lodge or similar).

Sarapiquí River Boat Ride.

This is a trip in a motorized riverboat down the Sarapiquí River. You will have the opportunity to view river wildlife, as well as observe the vitality of the river as a means of transport for the local Costa Ricans.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Private transfer from Sarapiqui to Arenal Area.

Entrance fee and buffet dinner at Tabacon Resort Hot Springs.

Overnight in Arenal. (Arenal Paraiso Hote or similar)

Tabacon Hot Springs Resort

The constant energy of an active volcano, the warmth of flowing thermomineral rivers and the surrounding lush tropical rain forest, provide for an unparalleled experience at Costa Rica's renowned jewel.

Nestled amidst the northern region of Costa Rica, near the base of the magnificent Arenal Volcano, the resort's unique location along the banks of the Tabacón River incorporates an array of natural elements. This extraordinary setting, combined with exceptional service, warm smiles and outstanding facilities, assures our guests an unforgettable, relaxing vacation.

E njoy the beauty and soothing feeling of Tabacon's mineral hot springs, waterfalls, 12 mineral pools and indoor jacuzzi. Each pool varies in temperature and depth, and some vary in mineral count.

Not included on the package but also available at the resort: I mmerse yourself into total relaxation at Iskandria, the Spa at Tabacón. After luxuriating in our therapeutic volcanic mineral thermal springs, step into our world of relaxation, rejuvenation and pampering.
Life´s everyday pressures will drift away as our professionally trained staff indulges you with one or more of our many invigorating treatments and therapies, from volcanic mud wraps, aromatherapy facials and reflexology to a tropical forest massage and unique WATSU therapy.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Transfer from Arenal Area to San Jose, by shuttle.

Balance of the day is at leisure.

Overnight in San Jose (Balmoral Hotel or similar).

Breakfast at the hotel.

Private Transfer from your hotel to the Juan Santamaría International Airport.

Package includes:

• Transfer in & transfer out
• VIP service (assistance at the airport on their arrival date provided by Canatur)
• All vehicles have A/C.
• 07 breakfast
• 01 lunch
• 01 dinner
• 07 nights accommodation in a standard room.
• Aerial Tram Tour with lunch.
• Snorkeling tour.
• Sarapiqui River Tour.
• Entrance fee and buffet dinner at Tabacon Resort Hot Springs.
• All hotel taxes are included

Not included:

• Meals not mentioned
• Airline ticket
• Airport Departure taxes (US$26.00 per person).
• Alcoholic beverages
• Personal equipment
• Extras in hotels (phone calls, laundry, room service)
• Tips (not mandatory but appreciated)

Hotels may vary and are subject to availability.

Your credit card is charged the total cost above at time of purchase. Rooms availability are not guaranteed until full payment is received.