If my husband and I want to add two more days in Manuel Antonio, how do we return to San Jose? How much walking is required each day? We are 76, and can walk about a mile each day. What type of transportation is used driving to all destinations? We are thinking April/May 2024. Are these good months for just a little rain, as we will be taking a lot of photos? Is there enough free time each day to spend on photos, setting up a tripod, etc.? Is there a discount if we did a Trafalgar tour 6 years ago?

When it comes to the Activity Level of this trip, it will be a Balanced Type, on which relaxed at start and some evening activities. Terrains will be some uneven surfaces such as cobblestones, hills and stairs. And mobility in which our guest should be able to get on and off the coach without any assistance. The type of transportation throughout the whole trip will be Motor Coach. Upon checking on the usual weather condition on Costa Rica on the month of April, usually will be hot and sunny. One of the inclusions you will expect on this trip that it will be having an Optional Experience trip and free time on which you can have you time to discover and enjoy this wonderful tour and times to have photos while on the trip.

Is there a single supplement available on this tour?

The single supplement is not available. Trafalgar is only offerring the twin share option for two travellers.

Monkeys, Jungles and Volcanoes

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Start and end in San Jose

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Monkeys, Jungles and Volcanoes - Trafalgar

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Platinum Operator: Trafalgar
Nature & Wildlife: Explore untamed landscapes teeming with wildlife
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 20 - 50
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
San Jose
San Jose
Accommodation
Hotel (Sheraton San Jose)
Day 2
San Jose to Tortuguero
San Jose to Tortuguero
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Buffet at the resort's open-air restaurant)
Accommodation
Hotel (Laguna Lodge)
Included Activities
- River journey through Braulio Carrillo National Park and Tortuguero wetlands
- Buffet dinner at Laguna Lodge open-air restaurant
Landmarks
Braulio Carrillo National Park
Tortuguero National Park
Day 3
Tortuguero
Tortuguero
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner with entertainment by Tortuguero Music School)
Accommodation
Hotel (Laguna Lodge)
Included Activities
- Family Fun cruise through Tortuguero National Park canals with Local Specialist
- Dinner with entertainment by Tortuguero Music School musicians
Optional Activities
- Additional afternoon canal exploration
Landmarks
Tortuguero National Park
Day 4
Tortuguero to Horquetas
Tortuguero to Horquetas
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Pizza party in open-air kitchen)
Accommodation
Hotel (Arenal Paraiso Resort and Spa)
Included Activities
- Visit local Tico family's palm plantation
- Pizza party in open-air kitchen with pizza making activity
Landmarks
Tortuguero
Day 5
Horquetas to Arenal
Horquetas to Arenal
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Dinner surrounded by rainforest)
Accommodation
Hotel (Arenal Paraiso Resort and Spa)
Included Activities
- Walk Arenal Hanging Bridges with Local Specialist
- Be My Guest experience at Eli Herrera's home including tortilla making and home-cooked dishes
Optional Activities
- Visit nearby thermal pools with warm mineral waters
Landmarks
Arenal Hanging Bridges Park
Arenal Volcano
Day 6
Arenal to Manuel Antonio
Arenal to Manuel Antonio
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Parador Nature Resort and Spa, Hotel Playa Espadilla & Espadilla Gardens)
Included Activities
- Zipline adventure through treetops with ocean views
Landmarks
Arenal Volcano
Day 7
Manuel Antonio
Manuel Antonio
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner at the hotel)
Accommodation
Hotel (Parador Nature Resort and Spa), Hotel (Parador Nature Resort and Spa, Hotel Playa Espadilla & Espadilla Gardens)
Included Activities
- Guided walk through Manuel Antonio National Park with Travel Director
Landmarks
Manuel Antonio National Park
Day 8
Manuel Antonio to San Jose
Manuel Antonio to San Jose
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Extend stay at Sheraton San Jose
Landmarks
Juan Santamaria International Airport

Landmarks
Braulio Carrillo National Park
Tortuguero National Park

Landmarks
Tortuguero National Park

Landmarks
Tortuguero

Landmarks
Arenal Hanging Bridges Park
Arenal Volcano

Landmarks
Arenal Volcano

Landmarks
Manuel Antonio National Park

Landmarks
Juan Santamaria International Airport

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Sheraton San Jose
Hotel
day 1
Laguna Lodge
Hotel
Days 2, 3
Arenal Paraiso Resort and Spa
Hotel
Days 4, 5
Parador Nature Resort and Spa, Hotel Playa Espadilla & Espadilla Gardens
Hotel
Days 6, 7
Parador Nature Resort and Spa
Hotel
day 7

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Rating: 4.5 (2,280 reviews)
Response time: 9 hours
Response rate: 80%
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Traveler Reviews

5.0

Overall rating based on 2 Reviews

Itinerary
5.0
Transport
5.0
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
5.0
Food
5.0
Tour Operator
4.5

Margaret5.0•April 2024
I believe that the guide makes the experience, and our guide, German Rojas, was SUPERB!!!! From his leadership,...
I believe that the guide makes the experience, and our guide, German Rojas, was SUPERB!!!! From his leadership, knowledge, crowd-handling abilities to his grace and humor, he is an all-around 5-star guide! Don't lose him! I loved the itinerary, especially the wildlife watching opportunities. I personally would like maybe a little less time at Arenal volcano, with more time at either Tortuguero or Manuel Antonio, but I would definitely recommend this itinerary to friends and family!Show more
Traveled in March 2024
Reply from: Trafalgar
We appreciate your feedback and are pleased you had an exceptional experience during your tour with us. It is a matter of great pride for us to have team members who are an asset to our company and are committed to providing the best possible service to our guests. We thank you for choosing Trafalgar for your travel needs and appreciate your recommendations for our services. We hope to serve you again.
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Henia5.0•August 2017
The trip was amazing. Our guide was outstanding; very intelligent, knowledgeable, funny, loves to sing and friendly;...
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Traveled in August 2017

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Elizabeth
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If my husband and I want to add two more days in Manuel Antonio, how do we return to San Jose? How much walking is required each day? We are 76, and can walk about a mile each day. What type of transportation is used driving to all destinations? We are thinking April/May 2024. Are these good months for just a little rain, as we will be taking a lot of photos? Is there enough free time each day to spend on photos, setting up a tripod, etc.? Is there a discount if we did a Trafalgar tour 6 years ago?
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- TrafalgarOperator•Written August 2023
  When it comes to the Activity Level of this trip, it will be a Balanced Type, on which relaxed at start and some evening activities. Terrains will be some uneven surfaces such as cobblestones, hills and stairs. And mobility in which our guest should be able to get on and off the coach without any assistance. The type of transportation throughout the whole trip will be Motor Coach. Upon checking on the usual weather condition on Costa Rica on the month of April, usually will be hot and sunny. One of the inclusions you will expect on this trip that it will be having an Optional Experience trip and free time on which you can have you time to discover and enjoy this wonderful tour and times to have photos while on the trip.
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  Elizabeth
  Traveler•Written August 2023
  Our previous Trafalgar trip was Contrasts of Italy Sept 25-Oct 4, 2017 if you could verify that for a discount. How much would the discount be? Also, is it permissible to stay in Manuel Antonio at the end of the trip for additional days? We will not be leaving early, as you stated, but rather adding on our own personal days. I realize we have to make that hotel reservation ourselves. But we want to make sure we don't have to return to San Jose to complete the tour as specified.
- TrafalgarOperator•Written August 2023
  We have verified your previous trip with us in 2017, and we're pleased to confirm that you are eligible for the frequent traveler discount. This discount will be 5% off the trip cost. Based on the current trip you're considering, which is priced at $2,750.00 per person based on a twin room, the frequent traveler discount will reduce the cost to approximately $2,612.50 per person.
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Stuart
Asked on January 1st, 2017
Is there a single supplement available on this tour?
Single supplement
- TrafalgarOperator•Written January 2017
  The single supplement is not available. Trafalgar is only offerring the twin share option for two travellers.

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Horquetas to Arenal

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Arenal to Manuel Antonio

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Manuel Antonio

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Manuel Antonio to San Jose

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