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Natural Magic - Family Holiday

Tripcode: FNR

Countries visited: Costa Rica

Tropical rainforest
Climb an active volcano
Discover incredible wildlife
Relax on Pacific beaches

Costa Rica is a natural paradise complete with jungles, volcanoes, spectacular beaches and wildlife - the perfect destination for a family holiday.

Fun and varied adventures are the order of the day, including a walk to the summit of an active volcano and a boat trip through the inland waterways of Tortuguero surrounded by noisy Howler Monkeys and colourful birds.

There are also great opportunities to interact with the local people, as we visit villages and handicraft markets as well as a rural school to meet the kids. Monteverde's forest reserves are world-famous and are the perfect place to walk in the clouds or take an exhilarating canopy zip-line tour.

After an action-packed educational holiday, we head to the pacific coast for two days of pure relaxation.

Please note: The map displaying here is for the 2013 itinerary, please refer to the 2012 Trip Notes for 2012 version.

What makes this trip responsible?

With its abundant natural diversity, Costa Rica has a world-renowned tradition of conservation. On this trip we visit national and private parks, including the Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve, one of the first community-managed reserves in the country. Entrance fees directly support conservation efforts in the areas we visit. We also visit a typical rural school to meet the children.

Our local operator is a leading member of the Rainforest Alliance and has been awarded a "4 Leaf" award from the Costa Rican Tourism Institute for their sustainable tourism practice & dedication to improving standards. The majority of accommodation that we use is in family-owned lodges, providing employment for the local community.

Itinerary

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Countries visited: Costa Rica

Day 1

Fly to San José.

Day 2

Visit INBIO Park; tour of San Jose, including Gold Museum, la Plaza de la Cultura and the Central Market.

Day 3

Climb Poas Volcano; visit Sarchi village and Zarcero town.

Day 4

To Tortuguero Village via Braulio Carrillo N.P.; visit turtle museum.

Day 5

Explore Tortuguero N.P. and its waterways by boat; see turtles nesting on beach (July to August only - optional).

Day 6

To Sarapiqui by boat and bus; visit insect museum; afternoon free to relax.

Day 7

Optional canopy tour or visit La Selva Biological Station; afternoon visit local school.

Day 8

Morning at leisure to explore the area or enjoy the hotel facilities; on to La Fortuna with the possibility to enjoy the hot springs (optional).

Day 9

To Arenal Volcano, hike along the Los Tucanes trail and Arenal Lake to observe an exceptional variety of wildlife; free afternoon for optional activities.

Day 10

To Monteverde, in the Tilaran mountain range.

Day 11

Beautiful walk through the cloud forest; afternoon free to join optional activities.

Day 12

To the spectacular beaches of the Central Pacific Coast in Manuel Antonio; en route stop by Tarcoles River to see the biggest crocodile population in the world.

Day 13

Relax at the beach or take an optional tour.

Day 14

Mid-morning transfer to San José; afternoon free to relax by pool.

Day 15

Depart San José.

Day 16

Arrive London.

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White faced Capuchin monkey, Costa Rica