CRTSEXP-315 The Best of Costa Rica (4 in One) $82.00
Pick up time:....7:20
a.m. approximately
Duration:.........11 hours
We begin our journey driving by the monument "El Agricultor" and the Juan Santamaria International Airport. During the drive you will begin to feel at home in Costa Rica as we enter the City of Alajuela, with the second largest population in the country. The city of Alajuela is proud to display the monument of our
National Hero "Juan Santamaria"
. While appreciating the history of the monument, not far away is the well-known park of "Los Mangos" and the old military headquarters which has been transformed into a museum and school of technical teaching.
As we continue our drive north, we begin to observe the vast difference between the construction of city homes to the ones that encompass the green countryside. These homes are surrounded by strawberry farms, huge ferns, and flower plantations, which compliment the massive coffee fields.
We now begin our assent
to the national park where we will soon relax and enjoy an authentic cup
of Costa Rican coffee accompanied by a delicious tropical breakfast. You
will feel a change in temperature and the lush vegetation becomes
apparent, preparing us for the pleasures of the exuberant cloud forest
of the Poás Volcano. On a clear day the view of the main crater is
admired by all visitors, with its diameter is considered one of the
widest in the world. After this we will enjoy a quick hike on a trail
which leads us to the Botos Lagoon (an extinct crater), where many
different ecosystems exist and where some of the many species of flora
and fauna of this cloud forest can be observed. After leaving the
National Park we will be able to observe some dairy farms which have
become the pride of Costa Ricans, due to the quality and the rich
tasting products that are currently being exported to several other
Latin American countries.
As we continue towards the Caribbean zone, we will stop to discover La
Paz Waterfall Gardens, a Nature Park where we will walk on the truly
spectacular trails that will lead us to Magia Blanca Falls (the largest
and the most spectacular of the falls in the area). At the Park you will
also witness the largest enclosed butterfly observatory in the world
with a beautiful collection of tropical jewels. After a terrific lunch
we will continue to Sarapiquí and on our way we come across the La Paz
Waterfall, where we take some time to enjoy the splendid view. Less than
a mile away we will encounter yet another waterfall surrounded by virgin
forest, which becomes a great photo opportunity.
As our journey continues
we have the pleasure of observing the unique characteristics of the
Atlantic area. We come across quaint towns and farmhouses that are
encompassed by beautiful pineapple, yuca, coco, and heart of palm
plantations. One could never miss the tropical plants that enhance this
picturesque view. Once we arrive at Puerto Viejo (Old Port), we will be
ready to enjoy a relaxing boat ride on the Sarapiquí River, just sit
back and observe the wildlife that is around you. The monkeys, iguanas,
crocodiles, and the variety of birds will allow you to relax and
concentrate on the scenery. During the boat ride our guide will also
explain to us about life style of the friendly people that live at the
river margins. Before returning to San Jose we will drive through the
unforgettable rain forest of Braulio Carrillo National Park, one of the
most important rainforest reserves for Costa Rica.
INCLUDES: Breakfast, visit to coffee fields, Poás Volcano National Park craters and cloud forest trails, Botos Lagoon, visit to La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park and all its natural wonders, La Paz, Magia Blanca and San Fernando Falls. lunch, jungle ride on the Sarapiquí River, visit to a butterfly and tropical frogs garden, snacks, and sightseeing the 45,899 ha. Braulio Carrillo National Park.
Contact Us
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reservations contact Travel to Costa Rica at:
info@travelto-costarica.com
1-800-745-3135 (USA and CANADA TOLL FREE)
Costa Rica Phone : (506) 290-2878
Costa Rica Fax: (506) 290-2853
P.O.Box : 387-1200 PAVAS, Costa Rica