THE PURA VIDA ADVENTURE!

(B,L,D) Early morning pick-up for the ground and boat transfer to Tortuguero. We will navigate along the beautiful Tortuguero Canals. Tortuguero offers a combination of tropical rain forest, with coastline vegetation, mangrove swamps and lagoons, as well as sheltering a fabulous array of wildlife, including over 300 bird species, 50 kinds of fish and around 160 mammals. This is one of the most important nesting sites in the world for the green sea turtle, which finds its way onto the brown-sand beaches every year from June to October. Check-in and lunch at Manatus Hotel. This afternoon is a great opportunity to visit the Village of Tortuguero along with your guide, where the Green Turtle Conservation Museum is located. After the visit we will return to the lodge by boat. Overnight at Manatus Hotel

(B,L,D) This morning, our guide will take on the boat tour to the Tortuguero National Park, where we will explore small secondary canals that will allow us to admire the interesting local wildlife and the impressive tropical landscape of this area. We will have some free time after this tour to enjoy a dip in the pool and then have lunch at the lodge

In the afternoon, we will enjoy a kayak tour in the network of canals and lagoons that are only accessible by canoe or kayak. We will return to our lodge in the late afternoon. During the nesting season (from July to October) it is possible to book optional night tours to observe turtles laying eggs on the beach. Overnight at Manatus Hotel

(B,L) Breakfast at the hotel and boat transfer to the Tortuguero Airstrip to connect with your flight to the Arenal Volcano area. Upon arrival transfer to your hotel and balance of the day to relax in the hotel private hot springs. Overnight at Arenal Kioro Hotel

(B) This morning you will enjoy the Ecoglide Canopy & Tarzan Swing Tour. This zip line tour is considered one of the best in the area as it has 15 platforms and 13 cables. This ride will let you admire the beautiful surroundings and observe monkeys, birds and sloths as you practically fly over the canopy of the rainforest. Half the way the tour you will have the opportunity to enjoy Tarzan Swing, an unforgettable adventure! After the tour transfer back to your hotel.

Late afternoon enjoy the Danaus Ecocenter Night Tour. Danaus is run by a local organization and has a lot to offer for children who want to bring their parents along to learn about the Costa Rican rainforests. Take a guided nature walk to see up close elusive tropical birds, cool looking frogs, sloths and fascinating plants galore. Overnight at Arenal Kioro Hotel

(B,L) This morning we will add another dose of adventure to our agenda with the exciting Waterfall Rappelling Tour. This tour takes place in a beautiful lush rain forest nestled in the rugged, mountainous lands that surround Arenal Volcano. Our adventure incorporates various activities that range from rappelling, down-climbing, river tracing, jumping into pool to descending huge, breath-taking tropical Costa Rican waterfalls hidden in the middle of a tropical paradise. We will enjoy a nice Costarican style lunch before heading back to our hotel. Free afternoon to enjoy the hotel hot springs! Overnight at Arenal Kioro Hotel

(B,L) Morning hotel check-out and private transfer to Manuel Antonio, located about 4 ½ hour drive from Arenal Volcano. On the way, near Carara National Park, we will enjoy a Safari Boat Tour at the Tarcoles River. Upon arrival we will board an open roofed boat to explore the world famous Tarcoles River, which sits at the Guacalillo Estuary. Noted for its mangrove forests, the estuary is also home to many birds including the cuckoo, hummingbirds, Panama flycatcher, herons and egrets. This amazing river also supports a wide variety of water birds such as ospreys, cormorants, pelicans and thrillingly, one of the largest colonies of crocodiles in Central America. There's every chance you may spot one of the crocodiles sleeping in shallow water or on the river bank. Once we finish the boat tour we will head to a restaurant where we will enjoy a delicious lunch. We will continue our trip to Manuel Antonio. Check in at the Hotel and balance of the afternoon at leisure. Check-in and overnight Overnight at Parador Resort & Spa

(B) This morning you will enjoy the half day guided visit to Manuel Antonio National Park. This famous national park covers an area of about 1688 acres, which protects not only four beautiful beaches and the unique formation of Punta Catedral, but also mangroves, a setting of islands offshore, and a humid tropical forest. Visitors can take a dip in its warm waters, hike in the forest trails and observe the abundant wildlife such as squirrel monkeys, raccoons, coatis, and sloths. Return to your hotel by noon or you can stay at the park for a full day returning by taxi to your hotel (on your own). Balance of the day at leisure to enjoy the resort facilities. Overnight at Parador Resort & Spa

(B) Free day to enjoy the resort facilities or relax by the beach. Overnight at Parador Resort & Spa

(B) Private transfer to the San Jose Airport to connect with your international flight home. End of services!