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On arrival at San Jose airport, you’ll be met and taken to your hotel, Studio Hotel in Santa Ana. The rest of the day is yours to shake off the flight and venture out to San Jose (or Chepe, as the locals call it) at your own pace. Accommodation: Studio Hotel or similar
You’ll travel 125 miles this morning, headed to the Celeste River in the Tenorio Volcano National Park. Its rainforest and the magnificently blue river are highlights of Costa Rica’s natural phenomena. Now the adventure begins. Brace yourself: you’ll be river tubing, hurtling downstream through Grade I and II rapids, flanked on each side by tropical rainforest. All to a soundtrack of monkey calls and birdsong. It’s exhilarating stuff and the perfect intro to this untamed wilderness. Tonight, you’ll stay at Rio Celeste Hideaway, a small eco-friendly resort on the slopes of Tenorio Volcano. Accommodation: Rio Celeste Hideaway or similar
After breakfast, you’ll venture further into the ecosystem on a four-hour hike in Tenorio Volcano National Park. You’ll spot exotic plants and wildlife before you reach the magnificent Rio Celeste waterfall and the place where the river acquires its vivid turquoise colour. Later, when the sun goes down, you’ll follow a forest trail by torchlight to witness some nocturnal species emerging. Accommodation: Rio Celeste Hideaway or similar
After breakfast, you’ll head to Rincon de la Vieja, home to two volcanoes and 32 rivers. Alive with geothermal energy, Rincon de la Vieja effervesces with fumaroles, warm springs and mud pots. You’ll check into Hacienda Guachipelin. Near to the hotel is a crystal clear river that feeds ten riverbank pools with thermal, mineral-rich water. Soak in the pools, then apply a volcanic mud masque and let it dry before leaping into the cool stream. And repeat. And repeat. And repeat… Accommodation: Hacienda Guachipelin or similar
Carb-load at breakfast. You’ll need the energy for a zip line tour, where you’ll fly through the trees on zip lines, rappelling, climbing and swinging. You’ll cross hanging bridges over a narrow river canyon. Proper exhilarating stuff. Feet back on solid ground, you’ll hike to the aptly named Cauldrons, where steam and sulphur belch from the fumaroles. Accommodation: Hacienda Guachipelin or similar
After breakfast, you’ll head south-west to the paradisiacal coast today. You’re bound for mailto:Anna%20Hann" datetime="2019-10-10T09:35">Tamarindo on the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica’s renowned surf spot. The afternoon is yours to explore your new digs – the beachfront Tamarindo Diria hotel. Take a swim in one of the pools or take a stroll on the beach. Late afternoon, you’ll board a catamaran to explore some of the bays. With a suitably tropical drink in hand, scan the sea for dolphin pods and sea turtles. Perhaps even the odd whale if you’re particularly lucky. You’ll drop anchor for amailto:Anna%20Hann" datetime="2019-10-10T09:35"> snorkel or explore a deserted beach while the crew prepare a BBQ feast. Accommodation: Tamarindo Diria Hotel or similar
Today you’ll take to the sapphire waters on either a surfing or SUP lesson. The barrel curls will beckon experienced surfers, but the instructors are there to guide beginners in riding their very first wave. mailto:Anna%20Hann" datetime="2019-10-10T09:40">Fancy another watersport insteadmailto:Anna%20Hann" datetime="2019-10-10T09:36">? A Stand Up Paddleboarding lesson is an alternative choice - a growing phenomenonmailto:Anna%20Hann" datetime="2019-10-10T09:41"> that’s easy to get the hang of. mailto:Anna%20Hann" datetime="2019-10-10T09:36"> The rest of the day is yours to enjoy this beachfront utopia before your thoughts turn to packing up ready for your departure tomorrow. Don’t miss the final sunset – they’re truly out of this world in these parts. Accommodation: Tamarindo Diria Hotel or similar
After a final breakfast, one group transfer will be arranged to Daniel Oduber International Airport in Liberia. Alternatively ask us about extending your stay in Tamarindo and spending a few more days enjoying all that Costa Rica has to offer.
* 7 nights accommodation in comfortable hotels
* Free arrival transfers for everyone
* All breakfasts and one dinner included
* Vegetarians are well-catered for, but let us know of any special dietary
requirements before departure
* 7 nights accommodation in comfortable hotels
* Free arrival transfers for everyone
* The nature walks occasionally involve walking on rough paths. During times
of heavy rain, trails can be muddy and slippery and extra care should be
taken
* The trip may not be suitable for those with reduced mobility. However,
please contact customer services to discuss the trip and your requirements
Hotels
*Studio Hotel*
An elegant hotel in Santa Ana, about seven miles from the centre of San Jose.
If you’re fatigued from your flight, there’s a rooftop pool for a few
restorative laps before turning in.
*Rio Celeste Hideaway*
Surrounded by rainforest, this eco-principled hotel is a collection of
bungalows. There’s a freeform pool for relaxing after jungle adventures.
*Hacienda Guachipelin*
Comfortable rooms with air conditioning and free Wi-Fi. Perfectly positioned
for adventures in the Rincon de la Vieja National Park.
*Tamarindo Diria Hotel*
A beachfront resort with lagoon-style pools and tropical gardens. Rooms are
typically Costa Rican in style, with all the amenities you’d expect from a
resort hotel.
* All breakfasts and one dinner included
* Vegetarians are well-catered for, but let us know of any special dietary
requirements before departure
*Final Joining Instructions*
Full joining instructions, including local emergency numbers, will be sent to
you at least 2 weeks before departure. If you don’t receive them or need
them earlier, please contact our team who will be happy to help.
Exodus Edits offers *FREE* airport arrival transfers on any flight for this
trip, for both Land Only and Flight Inclusive clients. Unless specified
otherwise, the transfer will be to the Exodus Edits start (or pre-tour)
hotel, and will be on the date on which the tour starts; transfers to other
hotels in the same city and/or on different dates may attract an extra
charge. Transfers may be shared with other Exodus Edits customers on the same
flight, or on a flight with similar arrival times. All those taking advantage
of the free airport transfer must provide full flight details for their
arrival in advance.
*Transfer Arrival Time:*
Arrive at San Jose Airport anytime on Day 1 of the itinerary for a free
arrival transfer to the Studio Hotel in Santa Ana - if you have booked your
own flights you should let us know the timings at least two weeks before your
start date so that your transfers can be arranged accordingly.
The suggested flight that we recommend is an indirect flight from London
Heathrow with United Airlines, arriving into San Jose at 20:15.
We know that the unexpected can happen. Your plane may get delayed, or things
just don’t go to plan. If you miss your tour departure, check with the
hotel to see if your tour leader has left you a message with details of how
to catch up with your group. If not, call our emergency number (you will find
it on the final joining instructions) and our team will help you. Don’t
forget that you are responsible for any extra travelling expenses incurred if
you miss your tour departure.
*Flights*
Remember, flights aren’t automatically included in your trip. If you’d
like the Exodus Edits team to help you find some good options, give us a call
on +44 020 8772 3837.
Sunglasses, sunhat, sunscreen, swimming gear, waterproof poncho or
waterproofs, sweater, shorts, trousers, hiking boots or weatherproof shoes
suitable for walking, rubber soled shoes that can get wet, towel,
small daypack for walks, torch, insect repellent, water bottle.
We recommend bringing a re-usable fabric tote bag so that you can avoid using
unnecessary plastic bags whilst in Costa Rica.
US dollars are widely accepted as payment in Costa Rica, however change will
likely be given in local currency and the exchange rate will fluctuate. We
suggest taking some US dollars with you but then using ATM's to withdraw the
rest of your money in local currency whilst you're there.
You should allow extra to cover the cost of meals not included in the price
of the holiday. Snack lunches are approximately USD15-18 and evening meals
USD25-32 per meal (excluding drinks). Average costs for drinks are USD1-2
for mineral water or soft drinks, USD3-4 for a bottle of beer and USD4-5 for
a glass of wine.
Our local staff are paid well and fairly for their work with Exodus. However,
it is usual for groups to tip guides and drivers and it would be reasonable
for each group member to contribute approx. USD3-5 per day for each staff
member for this purpose, although you may wish to tip more if travelling in a
small group. Porters at the airport and hotels are normally tipped about
USD1 per piece. Occasionally the tour leader will organise a tipping kitty
to facilitate these and other tips (such as waiting staff in restaurants)
which will be collected in advance at the start of the trip.
* Travel insurance
* Visas or vaccinations
* Tips for leaders and staff
* International flights
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