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Mix with bubbly locals in San Jose
Splash about in the crystal clear Caribbean Sea
Soak up the Santa Catalina surf vibe
Explore the eclectic streets of Panama City
Dial the relaxation up a notch in Boquete
Take a wildlife spotting tour near Sarapiqui
Enjoy beachside fun at Bocas del Toro

ACTIVITIES ON THIS TRIP

Primary:	Walking Tour
Other:	Surfing, Snorkeling, Swimming, Local Markets, national parks

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Costa Rica & Panama Discovery

Nature-lovers rejoice, here is a trip that delivers pure beach beauty, idyllic islands, curious creatures and small towns packed with charm. osta Rica and Panama are the very essence of Central American coastal beauty, and this trip takes in the best of the region.

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Nature-lovers rejoice, here is a trip that delivers pure beach beauty, idyllic islands, curious creatures and small towns packed with charm. With equal opportunity for relaxation and adventure, enjoy the freedom to discover the gems of this region at your own pace. Meet friendly locals along the way and be forever touched by the genuine hospitality on offer. Costa Rica and Panama are the very essence of Central American coastal beauty, and this trip takes in the best of the region.

Day 1: San Jose

Hola! Welcome to Costa Rica!

You can arrive at any time on day 1 as there are no activities planned until the important welcome meeting tonight at 6pm. Your leader will leave a note at reception telling you where this important meeting will take place. Please ask a member of reception for this information. After the group meeting there is the option of joining the group for dinner.

San Jose has all the sights and modern conveniences you would expect from a capital city. A good place to start exploring is the main plaza, a fantastic place to get comfy and do some people watching. Artisan booths are common here and you never know when there'll be a spontaneous art fair. Have a look at the Gold Museum which has an amazing collection of indigenous gold art. If these cultural gems get you in the mood for a bit of shopping head to the out door market in Plaza de la Cultura or the Central Market where you can buy anything from handicrafts to seafood.

In San Jose we stay in a hostel, located only a few steps from Paseo Colon.

Optional Activities

Irazu Volcano, San Jose - USD43.00
Butterfly Farm, San Jose - USD27.00
Rafting, San Jose - USD95.00

Days 2-4: Puerto Viejo de Limon

Today we travel by local bus to Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui (approx 5 hrs).

The following 2 days are free for you to explore Puerto Viejo. One of the most popular optional activities is a visit to Cahuita National Park where it is very likely we will get face to face with sloths, monkeys, raccoons, snakes and a great variety of birds. Entrance to the park is free, though you will be asked for a donation.

Puerto Viejo is a great location to learn or improve your surfing skills.

Days 5-7: Bocas del Toro

Today we travel across the border to Panama. The following two days are free for you to explore Bocas del Toro and its surrounding islands. Optional activities available: visit Isla Bastimentos. Just 15 minutes by boat this island offers beautiful palm fringed beaches, mangrove forests and fantastic snorkelling opportunities. Surfing and diving are also optional activities available in Bocas del Toro.

Days 8-9: Boquete

Today we travel by boat and local buses to Boquete (approx 8-9 hrs) Its pristine natural setting makes Boquete one of the top destinations for nature and outdoor lovers. We have a free day here. Optional activities: Visit one of the many coffee plantations, visit Los Pozos de Caldera hot springs, climb Baru Volcano, walk through the Sendero los Quetzales (Quetzales' path) in search of this iconic bird and white water rafting

Days 10-11: Santa Catalina

Today we travel by local bus to Santa Catalina, on the Pacific side of Panama (approx 8 hrs) Santa Catalina is still a very remote, undeveloped destination and one of the best sites for surfing in Central America. Next day is free. Some of the optional activities available in Santa Catalina are surfing, fishing, diving and visiting Coiba National Park.

Days 12-13: Panama City

Today we travel by local bus to Panama City (6 hrs. approx) Explore the historical Casco Viejo and learn about the origins of Panama as a nation and the intricacies of the famous Panama Canal. Other optional activities include a visit to the Panama Canal, birdwatching in Soberania National Park, the world class tropical biology centre of Isla Barro Colorado and a visit to Tobaga Island. There are no activities planned for the final day and you are able to depart the hotel at any time. Check out time from the hotel is 10:00am. If you are departing later, you can arrange luggage storage at the hotel reception. There may be a small service fee.

TRIP INCLUDES

Accommodation: Hotel (12 nts)
The services of a group leader

TRIP DOES NOT INCLUDE

International or internal flights
Airport transfers, taxes and excess baggage charges
Visa and passport fees
Travel insurance
Optional activities and sightseeing
All personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
No meals included(Allow USD $300 for meals not included.)

CANCELLATIONS: 20% cancellation fee applied if cancelled 60 days prior to departure. Cancellations within 60 days are 100% non-cancelable

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        </div>You can arrive at any time on day 1 as there are no activities planned until the important welcome meeting tonight at 6pm. Your leader will leave a
        note at reception telling you where this important meeting will take place. Please ask a member of reception for this information. After the group
        meeting there is the option of joining the group for dinner.
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        San Jose has all the sights and modern conveniences you would expect from a capital city. A good place to start exploring is the main plaza, a
        fantastic place to get comfy and do some people watching. Artisan booths are common here and you never know when there'll be a spontaneous art fair.
        Have a look at the Gold Museum which has an amazing collection of indigenous gold art. If these cultural gems get you in the mood for a bit of shopping
        head to the out door market in Plaza de la Cultura or the Central Market where you can buy anything from handicrafts to seafood.
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        In San Jose we stay in a hostel, located only a few steps from Paseo Colon.
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                Irazu Volcano, San Jose - USD43.00
            
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                Rafting, San Jose - USD95.00

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        The following 2 days are free for you to explore Puerto Viejo. One of the most popular optional activities is a visit to Cahuita National Park where it
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        will be asked for a donation.
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                                        Today we travel by local bus to Santa Catalina, on the Pacific side of Panama (approx 8 hrs)
Santa Catalina is still a very remote, undeveloped destination and one of the best sites for surfing in Central America.
Next day is free.
Some of the optional activities available in Santa Catalina are surfing, fishing, diving and visiting Coiba National Park.
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                                        Days 12-13: Panama City
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                                        Today we travel by local bus to Panama City (6 hrs. approx)
Explore the historical Casco Viejo and learn about the origins of Panama as a nation and the intricacies of the famous Panama Canal.
Other optional activities include a visit to the Panama Canal, birdwatching in Soberania National Park, the world class tropical biology centre of Isla Barro Colorado and a visit to Tobaga Island.
There are no activities planned for the final day and you are able to depart the hotel at any time. Check out time from the hotel is 10:00am. If you are departing later, you can arrange luggage storage at the hotel reception. There may be a small service fee.
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