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Relax in the sulfur-rich waters of Costa Rica’s hot springs.
Walk through the treetops along the Arenal Hanging Bridges.
Keep an eye out for sloths, agoutis, green iguanas, basilisk lizards and howler, squirrel and white-faced monkeys in Los Angeles Cloud Forest.
Kayak, snorkel and surf off the beach in Manuel Antonio National Park.
Savor the finger-licking flavors of authentic Costa Rican cuisine and relax and recharge in the comfort of your beautiful jungle lodge, plantation-style casa or eco-friendly beach hotel.

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Primary:	Hiking, Rafting, Local Culture & Cuisine
Other:	Snorkeling, Wildlife, nature, Walking Tour

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Costa Rica | Los Angeles Cloud Forest to Manuel Antonio

From lush, green jungle to white-sand beaches, Costa Rica is the ultimate playground. Welcome to Costa Rica – a land of unspoiled scenic beauty and protected ecological habitat, and one of the world’s most family-friendly destinations.

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Craving a true taste of luxury? Whether it's a romantic getaway or simply some well-deserved pampering you're after, soak up 8 full days of action, wilderness and seclusion in some of Costa Rica's most luxurious eco-lodges, villas and plantations. Wake up on a 75-acre farm to the soundtrack of exotic birdsong and an astonishing view of Arenal Volcano at Villa Blanca Cloud Forest Hotel and Spa. Pump up your adrenaline as you swoop between treetops on an unforgettable canopy tour through Los Angeles Biological Reserve. Ride horseback through the picturesque dairy farm of Rodrigo and Estrella Carazo, Costa Rica's former president and first lady. Relish a cool tropical breeze from the balcony of your private bungalow in a world-famous eco-lodge on the Osa Peninsula, and take a dip in the infinity pool at Punta Islita, rated one of the top 500 hotels in the world, after a day spent surfing, river kayaking, hiking or bird-watching. Wrap up your luxury getaway with a hot stone massage, mud wrap or facial at the Xandari’s esteemed spa.

Day 1: San José / Los Angeles Cloud Forest

Arrive in San José at Costa Rica’s Juan Santamaría International Airport for meet and greet and a 1.5 hour transfer through the beautiful Los Angeles Cloud Forest to the charming Villa Blanca hotel (D)

Lodging	Hotel Bougainville
Description	Enjoying a superb location in the picturesque historic center of Positano, only five minutes from the sea. Hotel La Bougainville is a delightful family run establishment where modern technology and contemporary furnishings have been employed so as to offer the utmost in comfort and design.

Day 2: Horseback riding / zip line canopy tour

Wake up to exotic birdsong and savor a hot cup of coffee before you fly among the treetops overlooking Los Angeles Cloud Forest on an exhilarating canopy tour Ride horseback alongside the Los Angeles Biological Reserve through the picturesque dairy farm of Rodrigo and Estrella Carazo, Costa Rica’s former president and first lady Dinner and overnight at Villa Blanca (B,D)

Days 3-5: Osa Peninsula / Lapa Rios

Transfer 45-minute flight to Puerto Jimenez, where a 4WD open vehicle awaits to take you to the secluded Lapa Rios Lodge, the most famous ecolodge in Central America Located on Drake Bay neighboring Corcovado National Park and Caño Island Biological Reserve, Lapa Rios is committed to working with the local community and preserving the spectacular surrounding wildlife Relish an ocean view and a cool tropical breeze from the privacy of your bungalow Dinner at the lodge (B,L,D)

Day 6-7: San José /Punta Islita

Quick flight back to San José to catch a second flight to Punta Islita Perched on a hill overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Punta Islita is home to over 155 species of mammals, 253 species of birds and 100 species of amphibians and reptiles Considered one of the Best 500 Hotels in the World by Travel & Leisure Magazine, Punta Islita boasts an infinity edge pool and a host of activities to keep you busy for the next two days, including horseback riding, canopy tours, surfing, hiking, bird watching and village tours (B)

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"The Costa Rica Family Adventure is a great trip. It was wonderful to see how much the kids got out of it. Once again the innovator, Austin-Lehman has done an excellent job of bringing adventure travel safely to the level of grade-school children."

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TRIP INCLUDES

Double occupancy rooms with private baths.
All meals and snacks except one dinner on your own (please refer to specific pre-trip planners for exceptions) Professional and first-aid certified guides and local partners and experts.
Bikes, kayaks, helmets, and other necessary equipment.
Vehicle support during the trip - Luggage service.
Austin-Lehman t-shirt, water bottle, and luggage tags.
Detailed pre-departure and packing information.
All taxes, dining and housekeeping gratuities, local partner and expert gratuities, and national park entrance and permit fees, unless noted.

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One dinner (unless noted otherwise).
Specific meals and lunches (on European trips)
Pre-and post-trip accommodations and associated expenses.
Air and land transportation to and from host cities.
In-country air on international itineraries (unless noted).
Airport departure taxes and some park entry fees.
Personal travel and medical insurance.
Optional activities and spa services.
Items of a personal nature.

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

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                                        Day 1: San José / Los Angeles Cloud Forest
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                                        Arrive in San José at Costa Rica’s Juan Santamaría International Airport for meet and greet and a 1.5 hour transfer through the beautiful Los Angeles Cloud Forest to the charming Villa Blanca hotel (D)
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                                        Wake up to exotic birdsong and savor a hot cup of coffee before you fly among the treetops overlooking Los Angeles Cloud Forest on an exhilarating canopy tour Ride horseback alongside the Los Angeles Biological Reserve through the picturesque dairy farm of Rodrigo and Estrella Carazo, Costa Rica’s former president and first lady Dinner and overnight at Villa Blanca (B,D)
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                                        Days 3-5: Osa Peninsula / Lapa Rios
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                                        Transfer 45-minute flight to Puerto Jimenez, where a 4WD open vehicle awaits to take you to the secluded Lapa Rios Lodge, the most famous ecolodge in Central America Located on Drake Bay neighboring Corcovado National Park and Caño Island Biological Reserve, Lapa Rios is committed to working with the local community and preserving the spectacular surrounding wildlife Relish an ocean view and a cool tropical breeze from the privacy of your bungalow Dinner at the lodge (B,L,D)
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                                        Day 6-7: San José /Punta Islita
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                                        Quick flight back to San José to catch a second flight to Punta Islita Perched on a hill overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Punta Islita is home to over 155 species of mammals, 253 species of birds and 100 species of amphibians and reptiles Considered one of the Best 500 Hotels in the World by Travel & Leisure Magazine, Punta Islita boasts an infinity edge pool and a host of activities to keep you busy for the next two days, including horseback riding, canopy tours, surfing, hiking, bird watching and village tours (B)
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