Itinerary
- Intro
Introduction
- Day 1
Arrival in San Jose
Arrival in San Jose- Meals
- Lunch, Dinner (Meal in the excellent hotel restaurant)
Included Activities
- Group welcome briefing
- Walking tour of central San Jose (if arriving early)
Landmarks National Theatre - Day 2
San Jose to San Gerardo de Dota
San Jose to San Gerardo de Dota- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Leisurely walk in Quetzales National Park (approximately 2km each route with some undulations)
- Visit to Quetzal conservation project with naturalist-led walk
- Opportunity to spot Quetzal birds and endemic species
Landmarks Quetzales National Park Talamanca Mountain Range - Day 3
Coffee Farm & Waterfalls
Coffee Farm & Waterfalls- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Typical lunch at the farm)
Included Activities
- Educational tour of Green Communities Experimental farm
- Learn about organic coffee production process
- Tour of Coffee Mill
- Visit to organic model farm
- Coffee tasting at the clinic
- Gentle walk to El Pozeron and Velo de Novia waterfalls
- Talk about the impact of ecotourism
Landmarks El Pozeron Waterfall Velo de Novia Waterfall - Day 4
San Gerardo de Dota to Ballena Beach
San Gerardo de Dota to Ballena Beach- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Walking routes in Ballena National Marine Park (route selection based on group aspirations)
- Wildlife viewing including iguanas and bird species
Landmarks Ballena National Marine Park La Cola de Balena - Day 5
Ballena Beach
Ballena Beach- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Beach leisure time at Playa Bahia Ballena
- Wildlife viewing opportunities
Optional Activities
- Horse riding in Ballena National Park (£50)
Landmarks Playa Bahia Ballena - Day 6
Sierpe River to Drake Bay
Sierpe River to Drake Bay- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Boat transfer from Sierpe River to Drake Bay
Optional Activities
- Sea Kayaking off the Osa Peninsula (£55)
- Bird Watching Tour (£60)
- Night Rainforest Tour (£50)
- Horseback Ride in the Jungle (£75)
Landmarks Corcovado National Park Sierpe River Drake Bay - Day 7
Corcovado National Park
Corcovado National Park- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Choice of walking trails in Corcovado National Park (with local guide)
- Opportunity to walk to Sirena River mouth (5km circular route) to spot bull sharks and crocodiles at high tide
- Wildlife and rainforest exploration
Landmarks Corcovado National Park Sirena River - Day 8
Cano Island
Cano Island- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Boat journey to Cano Island (approximately 50 minutes)
- Marine wildlife viewing including dolphins, marine birds, whales, false orcas, and sea turtles
- Snorkeling off Cano Island to view reef fish, rays, sea turtles, and sharks
Landmarks Cano Island - Day 9
Drake Bay to Sierpe River to Alajuela
Drake Bay to Sierpe River to Alajuela- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Boat transfer from Drake Bay to Sierpe River
- Tarcoles River safari boat tour
Landmarks Drake Bay Sierpe River Tarcoles River San Jose - Day 10
Departure from San Jose
Departure from San Jose- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Juan Santamaria International Airport
