Tour: Costa Rica's Hot Stuff
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This tour is all about hot stuff. Volcanoes, air, and rainforest are brimming with magma, warm winds mixed with a hot and humid ambience. And for the warm weather lover in you, this is a Costa Rican journey up for the taking. Experience the vast diversity of Costa Rica. Tour the Arenal region with its volcanoes and mountains. Arenal Volcano still spews hot lava to this day and it is the youngest volcano in the country. From Arenal, cool off on a relaxing boat ride up the Rio Frio where wildlife abounds. Then, it?s on to Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge. You?ll be wrapped in pristine rainforest as you ease ever closer into the depths of the jungle. Hike the Talamanca Mountains and climb trees to get an aerial view of the vastness of the rainforest canopy. This forever-stretching sea of green will leave you breathless. Selva Bananito Lodge and Preserve will be your homebase for this rainforest romp. Located in the heart of the Costa Rican jungle, take pleasure in its many amenities without worry. Conservation is first and foremost on the lodge?s mind and your patronage benefits the Fundacion Cuencas de Limon, a conservation group dedicated to the preservation of the rainforest and local community development. So, sit back, soak it up, and let the rainforest draw you in.
Please note: because trip highlights can be subject to change, please contact one of our trip specialists to discuss the specifics as they will pertain to your trip.
DAY 1 | ARRIVE IN COSTA RICA
Fly into Costa Rica. Then, transfer to the Hotel Ave del Paraiso.* This quaint bed and breakfast is near the campus of the University of Costa Rica. Tour the university�s campus or head to the new mall or the downtown shopping area. *If this hotel is unavailable then similar accommodations will be arranged.
DAY 2 | ON TO ARENAL VOLCANO
Costa Rica�s landscape was shaped by volcanoes. And today, you�ll have a chance to see one up close. Arenal Volcano is in the northern region of the country. Tour this magnificent crater with your guide. Then, return to the Hotel Montana del Fuego Inn where the volcano will not be out of your sight for long--Arenal�s north slope faces the hotel. [B,L,D]
DAY 3 | CANO NEGRO WILDLIFE REFUGE
After breakfast, leave for Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge near the Costa Rican/Nicaraguan border. Then, it�s a boat ride up the Rio Frio into this wildlife refuge for a full day of guided wildlife touring. The Cano Refuge holds vital wetlands and a variety of endangered and migratory birds. Visit and learn about the conservation efforts to save one of Costa Rica�s national treasures [B,D]
DAY 4 | TO SELVA BANANITO LODGE
In the morning, head towards the Talamanca Mountain Range�home to the famous Selva Bananito Lodge and Preserve. This ecolodge offers all the comforts of a grand hotel but balances its standards with environmentally sound practices. Upon arrival, unload and jump right into the array of exciting activities: everything from nature walks and birdwatching to a swim in the river or just plain old relaxing in a hammock. Wind down the day to a lovingly prepared dinner of locally grown food. Stay overnight at the lodge. [B,L,D]
DAY 5 | AT SELVA BANANITO
After breakfast, take your pick of any of the lodge activities. Tour the lodge grounds and learn about the low-impact agriculture projects going on. Go horseback riding through open, green fields and then get a taste of the organic life at the organic banana plantation. After the flurry of activity during the day, return to Selva Bananito for a fabulous dinner prepared by Anita or Carmen, the lodge�s cooks. [B,L,D]
DAY 6 | IN THE RAINFOREST
Today, take a guided hike following the Bananito River�going upstream and deeper into the rainforest of Selva Bananito Preserve. Take in the majestic kapok and mahogany trees, the endless lianas and the diverse wildlife. Then, lunch near the series of waterfalls just around the bend. And if your stomach is up to it, rappel down one of the waterfalls. Return to the lodge in the evening. [B,L,D]
DAY 7 | RIDE ON AND CLIMB UP
Today, take a romp on the wild side�go horseback riding into the jungle then set your sights high for some jungle tree climbing. Climb up a giant Kapok tree and be a part of this unique natural cathedral at 120 feet above the ground. In the afternoon, head back to San Jose. The city is yours for exploration. Try any of the capitol�s wonderful restaurants, shopping, or sink into the nightlife. Stay overnight at the Hotel Ave del Paraiso or similar accommodations. [B,L]
DAY 8 | HASTA LUEGO
In the morning, take breakfast at the hotel. Then, depending on the time of your flight, either explore San Jose for a bit or head to the airport for your flight home. [B]
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