Costa Rica Natures Museum (9 Days starting from $1,399)

Costa Rica Natures Museum

A 9-Day tour starting from $1,399

Length:	9 Days
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Operator:	Collette
Tour Code:	3396

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About This Tour

Journey to Costa Rica, a land of rich natural wonders and friendly people. Travel beyond San Jose, Costa Rica' colorful capital city, to explore the striking flora and fauna in three important nature reserves: Braulio Carrillo National Park, Tortuguero National Park and Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge. Enjoy the many pristine natural wonders of Costa Rica through exclusive excursions and special presentations, as well as unscheduled time for personal discovery.

What's Included
Itinerary
Dates & Prices
Sightseeing
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TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
Braulio Carrillo National Park, Poas Volcano, Coffee Plantation, Tortuguero National Park, Sarapiqui, Rain Forest, Arenal Volcano, Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge

Enjoy the services of a professional tour manager who accompanies you throughout your trip.

Meals
8 Breakfast(s), 1 Lunch (s), 9 Dinner(s)

Hotel Accommodations:
Listed below or equivalent. Rooms with private bath or shower, hotel taxes, porterage, tips, and service charges

SAN JOSE Quality Hotel Real

TORTUGUERO: Pachira Lodge or Aninga Lodge

SAN CARLOS Tilajari Resort

On some dates alternate hotels may be used.
Complimentary hotel-to-hotel baggage handling.
Sightseeing
Private transportation via a deluxe, climate-controlled motorcoach

Day 1
San Jose, Costa Rica
Welcome to Costa Rica, a land of rich natural wonders. During your timeless journey, explore an outstanding variety of flora and fauna in three nature reserves: Braulio Carrillo National Park, Tortuguero National Park, and Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge. Upon your arrival today in Costa Rica’s vibrant capital, San Jose, relax and spend the remainder of the day at leisure, soaking up your new surroundings.

Day 2
San Jose - Poas Volcano - Coffee Plantation
View the spectacular scenery of the Central Valley, ringed by soaring mountains, as you travel to the mammoth Poas Volcano. Walk to the edge of the crater for a magnificent view of this amazing landscape. Next, attend a tour of the Doka Coffee Plantation that highlights the importance of the coffee industry in Costa Rica. Tonight, gather for a special reception and dinner.

Day 3
San Jose - Braulio Carrillo National Park - Tortuguero National Park
Travel through Braulio Carrillo National Park which offers one of the richest rain forest canopies in the world. Stop at a local banana plantation, learning about its economic and social value to Costa Rica. Board your transport to cruise the rivers and canals of Tortuguero National Park, as your guide explains the rain forest eco-system and points out sites of interest. Tortuguero National Park protects over 350 species of birds and mammals, including 13 of Costa Rica’s 16 endangered species such as tapirs, ocelots, cougars, river otters and manatees. Enjoy a memorable two-night stay at your eco-lodge surrounded by the beauty of a tropical forest and amazing wildlife. Learn more about your surroundings by visiting the world’s first Green Turtle Research Station and discover how to protect the turtle’s nesting habitat and eggs.

Day 4
Tortuguero National Park Canal Cruise
During an early morning bird-watching excursion, learn about the variety of local species and migratory birds that flock to this area. Later, experience a spectacular boat cruise through the various canals and be sure to keep an eye out for wildlife, including howler monkeys, toucans, aquatic birds and exotic flora.

Day 5
Tortuguero National Park - Sarapiquí - San Carlos
A leisurely boat ride returns you to the mainland to travel to the fascinating Sarapiquí region. At an organic pineapple plantation learn about the various types of this exotic fruit and why Costa Rica’s are among the world’s best. Continue to San Carlos where you will spend three nights in a sprawling rain forest resort nestled in 35 acres of magnificent gardens and tropical fruit trees overlooking the San Carlos River. Enjoy a tour of the botanical and butterfly gardens upon arrival.

Day 6
San Carlos - Rain Forest Walk - Arenal Volcano
Explore the nearby rain forest''s diversity of flora and fauna during a morning walk. Experience the beauty of the geothermal region surrounding the impressive Arenal Volcano when you arrive at Ecothermales Hot Springs, a family-owned hot springs oasis. Stroll its beautiful grounds, soak in the soothing, hot mineral-rich waters, or take advantage of the first rate spa services. Enjoy a wonderful dinner overlooking Arenal Volcano.

Day 7
San Carlos - Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge
The Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge is a remote 20,000-acre jungle refuge with an amazing variety of birds and indigenous wildlife, including spider and howler monkeys and two-toed sloths. Embark on a guided riverboat trip down the Rio Frio to observe this exotic wildlife.

Day 8
San Carlos - San Jose
Returning to San Jose, tour the colorful Plaza de Cultural; the National Museum, which houses a collection of pre-Columbian art and other exhibits detailing the history of Costa Rica; and the National Theater, a magnificent building of post-baroque splendor. This evening, enjoy a festive farewell dinner.

Day 9
San Jose - Tour Concludes
Your tour ends today, leaving you with many pleasant memories of a wonderful vacation.

To speak to one of our live, experienced travel consultants, Call us now at 1-800-942-3301. Airfare Disclaimer A NOTE ABOUT AIRFARE: We encourage you to buy your airfare from the tour operator, because if your tour cancels then your airlines tickets will be covered. Purchasing flights separately at a lesser rate and incorporating it with a Non-Guaranteed Departure Date can result in loss of total cost of your flight investment. Depending on the fare rules, flights may be Non-Refundable and/or Non-Transferable. Neither the tour operator and/or Atlas Cruises & Tours will be held responsible for loss if a tour is cancelled for Lack of Participation. If you would like to check for discounted fares on Guaranteed Departures or for competitive pricing on air and hotel packages, we invite you to follow this link. Documents TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date

Touring Date	Land Only	Land + Air	Single (Land Only)	Single (Land + Air)
2/16/2009 - 2/25/2009	$1,399
3/16/2009 - 3/25/2009	$1,399
4/20/2009 - 4/29/2009	$1,399
5/25/2009 - 6/3/2009	$1,399
9/7/2009 - 9/16/2009	$1,399
11/9/2009 - 11/18/2009	$1,399
2/8/2010 - 2/17/2010	$1,499
3/8/2010 - 3/17/2010	$1,499
4/19/2010 - 4/28/2010	$1,499

Know Before You Go: Taxes/fees to be paid in local currencies upon exiting the country are approximately $27.00 USD Tour price does not include fees for a passport, which is required Single accomodations are limited and are available on a first come first serve basis. The days and order of sighseeing may change to best utilitze your time on tour. Museum visits and shopping may be affected with observence of religious or local holidays. This tour will bisit Poas Volcano which has an elevation of 9,000 feet. We want you to enjoy your tour with us; therefore, it is important that you kno9w this tour is an adventure! You will view spectacular scenery while experiencing the culture and heritage of the region. We have selected small, comfortable hotels for thier locations and they may be considered rustic. Air Conditioning is available in San Jose. However, air conditioning and elevators are not available in all properties used on this tour. Most Hotels typically have ceiling fans only. Hotel check-in on yoru day of arrival is 3pm. Rooms may not be available prior to that time. This tour includes moderate physical activity. The itinerary blends some longer days with shorter days and more leisure time. Walking tours, as well as walking slightly longer distances, up stairs or on uneven walking surfaces should be expected. Passport & Visa Information Certain countries require a minimum of 6 months passport validity. You are strongly urged to contact the appropriate consulate for details. Visit www.travel.state.gov for the U.S. State Department for the latest details about passports and visa requirements. IMPORTANT: We recommend that our clients traveling abroad take a photocopy of their passport and applicable visas. It should be packed separately from your actual passport and visa. We also recommend leaving a copy at home with your emergency contact. Time Zone: Costa Rica is two hours behind U.S Eastern Time when the U.S honors daylight savings time and one hour behind Eastern Time when the U.S. honors standard time. Electricity: An adaptor (which changes the physical plug) and/or converter (which changes the electric current) are necessary if you plan to use an appliance with voltage different from the standard within the country you are visiting. Please note, if your appliance has dual voltage you may still need an adaptor for the plug. Voltage for Costa Rica is 110.

Braulio Carrillo National Park, Poas Volcano, Coffee Plantation, Tortuguero National Park, Sarapiqui, Rain Forest, Arenal Volcano, Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge

Our local Costa Rican naturalist takes you off the beaten path to discover the nation’s spectacular flora and fauna, geological wonders and tropical forest ecology as you journey from the coastal lowlands into the cloud forests of the central highlands.
• Learn about the unique flavors and processing techniques of Costa Rican coffee production at a coffee plantation.
• Enjoy a discussion on the geology of Costa Rica’s active and dormant volcanoes, and their environmental and economic impact on the nation.
• Learn about the differences between Costa Rica’s varied forest environments.

Know Before You Go:

Taxes/fees to be paid in local currencies upon exiting the country are approximately $27.00 USD

Tour price does not include fees for a passport, which is required

Single accomodations are limited and are available on a first come first serve basis.

The days and order of sighseeing may change to best utilitze your time on tour.

Museum visits and shopping may be affected with observence of religious or local holidays.

This tour will bisit Poas Volcano which has an elevation of 9,000 feet.

We want you to enjoy your tour with us; therefore, it is important that you kno9w this tour is an adventure! You will view spectacular scenery while experiencing the culture and heritage of the region. We have selected small, comfortable hotels for thier locations and they may be considered rustic. Air Conditioning is available in San Jose. However, air conditioning and elevators are not available in all properties used on this tour. Most Hotels typically have ceiling fans only.

Hotel check-in on yoru day of arrival is 3pm. Rooms may not be available prior to that time.

This tour includes moderate physical activity. The itinerary blends some longer days with shorter days and more leisure time. Walking tours, as well as walking slightly longer distances, up stairs or on uneven walking surfaces should be expected.

Passport & Visa Information
Certain countries require a minimum of 6 months passport validity. You are strongly urged to contact the appropriate consulate for details. Visit www.travel.state.gov for the U.S. State Department for the latest details about passports and visa requirements.

IMPORTANT: We recommend that our clients traveling abroad take a photocopy of their passport and applicable visas. It should be packed separately from your actual passport and visa. We also recommend leaving a copy at home with your emergency contact.

Time Zone:
Costa Rica is two hours behind U.S Eastern Time when the U.S honors daylight savings time and one hour behind Eastern Time when the U.S. honors standard time.

Electricity:
An adaptor (which changes the physical plug) and/or converter (which changes the electric current) are necessary if you plan to use an appliance with voltage different from the standard within the country you are visiting. Please note, if your appliance has dual voltage you may still need an adaptor for the plug. Voltage for Costa Rica is 110.

Note: All prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability. These pages are not endorsed or supported by the tour operator in any way. All information presented is based on promotional material provided by the tour operator. All prices, itineraries, accommodations and dates are subject to change without notice and at any time by the tour operators. Availability is limited and must be reconfirmed at time of booking. The prices on this website are not guaranteed. We are not responsible for errors, omissions, or changes in pricing. Please call us toll free at 1-800-942-3301 to confirm availability and pricing.