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12 DAYS
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  • Expert English and Spanish speaking guides and naturalists 
  • Views of an active volcano 
  • Rest and relaxation in natural, volcano heated hot springs 
  • A high-wire canopy ride along the roof of the jungle 
  • A visit to the Proyecto Asis Animal Rescue Center to view indigenous wild animals up close 
  • Jungle boat ride down the San Juan river 
  • An experience of nature at its best
$1950USD
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Costa Rican Family Eco-Adventure

A learning experience for both you and your children, this is certainly one trip that everyone will remember for years to come. Forget the large amusement parks that try to replicate nature and become an active participant in a real life eco-class.
A learning experience for both you and your children, this is certainly one trip that everyone will remember for years to come. Forget the large amusement parks that try to replicate nature and become an active participant in a real life eco-class. Join Head Out Adventures' local guides as they share, first hand, the beauty of their beloved homeland. Gaze in awe at an active volcano, ride a horse along the base of the beautiful Arenal volcano (children's saddles available), rest in the natural hot springs, ride along the tops of the jungle on an exhilarating canopy course, see indigenous animals up close, and most of all experience nature at its purest and best.
Day 1: San Jose
Arrive in San Jose. The day is free to explore the city. Arrival transfer included.
Day 2-3: Tortuguero National Park
In the morning we travel about 3 hours through the green rolling hills and enchanting valleys of the lush rainforest. Our first destination of this wonderful trip is the isolated jungle river canals. Here we take a sight filled 4-hour jungle boat ride to Tortuguero national Park where you will spend two nights at a beautiful jungle lodge. In the evening you can walk to beaches and, if you are one of the lucky few, you'll get the rare chance to view the arrival of nesting turtles.
Day 4: La Fortuna
Taking a return boat ride down the San Juan River, we transfer to the cozy town of La Fortuna and what is considered Costa Rica's premiere Adventure Zone - the famous Arenal Volcano area. That afternoon, you're bound to see wildlife as we head out on an exciting volcano walk with a naturalist guide through the forest to the base of the active volcano. We'll wait for it to get dark so we can hopefully spot the molten rocks pouring down the side of one of the world's most-active volcanoes. Later relax in natural hot springs and do more lava viewing. (Breakfast included)
Day 5: La Fortuna
Today we'll stop by the famous Proyecto Asis Animal Rescue Center to visit wild animals such as monkeys, sloths and crocodiles that have been rescued from the surrounding jungle. We'll all have the chance to help out and give back to nature by feeding the animals, plant trees and more. (Breakfast included)
Day 6: Monteverde
Today we enjoy a nice and easy horseback ride from La Fortuna, along Lake Arenal, and finally to the beautiful town of Monteverde in the midst of the cloud forest. This extraordinary family orientated ride is a unique and special form of transport and affords unsurpassed opportunities to see nature and the true beauty of Costa Rica up close. It truly is one of those memory makers that will hold a special place for years to come. (Children's saddles and helmets are available for the horseback ride.) (Breakfast and lunch included)
Day 7: Monteverde
We continue this exciting and educational adventure with a guided tour of the Monteverde Children's Rainforest Reserve. Later, take some time to visit the butterfly garden, galleries and delicious restaurants on your own. (Breakfast included)
Day 8: Playa Samara
Today will be your chance to participate in the most quintessential of Costa Rican activities: riding through the treetops like Tarzan on a safe, yet incredibly exhilarating canopy zip-line tour. We then make our way to the Pacific-side beach of Samara to catch a spectacular sunset over the Pacific Ocean. The evening is yours to relax and relive all the amazing experiences everyone in the family has encountered so far. (Breakfast included)
Day 9-10: Playa Samara
With a week of exciting adventures behind you, it's time to relax with two blissful days of free time. Spend that time at the beach, swimming, or participating in the various water sports... there are countless options to choose from at Playa Samara, one of Costa Rica's most-beautiful and safest swimming beaches. Need some ideas? Try some surf lessons, take a sea kayaking tour or go out on a snorkeling outing... or simply sit and take in the beauty of Costa Rica.
Day 11: San Jose
With a few days of rest and relaxation, we drive back to the capital city of Costa Rica - San Jose
Day 12: San Jose
Tour ends after breakfast. Fly home or, even better, continue with another one of our great adventures.
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Karleene S. - Colorado, USA
"I'm sorry to say we're back! We had a great time, the country is awesome - I can't believe how fast the 2 weeks went by. We loved Tortuguero and Arenal... my older son is very interested in going back in a few years and spending more time there."
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TRIP INCLUDES
  • Transportation between cities 
  • Horseback riding 
  • Boat ride down the San Juan River 
  • Naturalist guided walk through the jungle 
  • Canopy rides across the roof of the jungle 
  • Volcano viewing 
  • Visit to the Proyecto Asis Animal Rescue Center to visit indigenous wild animals 
  • Airport Transportation 
  • 12 days, 11-nights' accommodations at locally-owned, small mid-range hotels
TRIP DOES NOT INCLUDE
  • International airfare 
  • Airport & departure taxes 
  • Meals 
  • Beverages Travel Insurance (Mandatory) 
  • Optional Activities 
  • Personal expenses 
  • Tips 
  • Visa and Passport fees & expenses (if required)
CANCELLATIONS: 20% cancellation fee applied if cancelled 60 days prior to departure. Cancellations within 60 days are 100% non-cancelable

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