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An Eco-Exclusive Experience - 12 days / 11 nights

Day 1 - Arrival in San José. Meet and greet at the airport and transfer to your hotel. Finca Rosa Blanca

Day 2 - (B, L, D) After breakfast at the hotel, private transfer to the San José Local Airport. From there you will take the flight to Puerto Jiménez, located in the Osa Peninsula. Upon arrival in Puerto Jiménez you will meet the Lapa Ríos Ecolodge staff for the transfer to the lodge (4x4). Check in at the lodge and rest of the day at leisure. Lapa Ríos Ecolodge

Comprised partly of the Golfo Dulce Forest Reserve, set in 1,000 acres/405 hectares of private nature reserve spread over one of the most extensive lowland tropical rainforests, Lapa Rios overlooks the pristine point where the Golfo Dulce meets the Pacific Ocean. The hotel is built in harmony with the surrounding forest and beach environment. All 16 thatched bungalows have an ocean view and are surrounded by the rainforest. Each bungalow features a private deck, patio garden, and an outdoor shower. Interior baths are tiled and two washbasins are set in cristobal wood. Two queen size beds are draped with mosquito netting. The hotel offers a restaurant serving international cuisine, as well as activities such as horseback riding, kayaking, surfing, a tropical garden tour, sports fishing, boat tours, and bird watching (over 300 species). Other optional tours offered include: waterfall tours, night walks, therapeutic massage, and tree planting in the “Volunteer Rainforest”.

Top quality service in an exclusive “jungle lodge”. Excellent option for clients looking for a sophisticated, secluded place to relax set in a natural tropical environment. Ideal for retired clients, as well as for those requiring peaceful surroundings. Not recommended for small children, as there are not many suitable activities available, and also due to the hotel’s quiet atmosphere.

Conde Nast Gold List 2010 , Top Hotel in Central America 2009 , Conde Nast Gold List 2009 , Readers Choice Award 2008 , Conde Nast Gold List 2008

Days 3-4 - (B, L, D) Days at leisure in the Osa Peninsula. You have two tours at the Lapa Ríos Private Reserve included. Lapa Ríos Ecolodge

Day 5 - (B) Morning transfer to the Puerto Jiménez Airstrip, from there you will take the flight back to San José. Upon arrival private transfer Los Ángeles Cloud Forest, where the hotel Villa Blanca is located. Rest of the day at leisure. Villa Blanca

The hotel was built to generate the revenue needed to protect the Los Angeles Cloud Forest. Thus the conservation of nature and Costa Rican traditions has been the hotel’s “raison d’etre”. Because Villa Blanca was conceived as a nature conservation project, visitors will marvel at the power of its natural surroundings.

Its charming design is reminiscent of the small Costa Rican towns of the 19th century. It features 35 spacious bungalows or Casitas all built and decorated in the best folklore tradition, with a cozy fireplace for the cool comfortable nights that characterize the region’s tropical cloud forest. The rooms are divided into Deluxe, Superior, and Honeymoon options. All rooms include private bathroom, hot water, mini-bar, safety deposit box, satellite TV, telephone, and wireless internet access, a/c, and hairdryer. The Honeymoon Suites and Deluxe rooms also offer a Jacuzzi and a garden terrace.

To top it off, Villablanca's cooking incorporates all the native elements of the different regions within Costa Rica. People who have an interest in nature and the conservation process will have the opportunity to turn their visit into an educational experience. The hotel services include a formal dining area, lounge bar, game & T.V. room, conference room, gift shop, massage and therapeutic treatment Spa, Internet café, Multimedia DTS/DVD Private Theatre art gallery, bird watching platforms, laundry and parking area. In addition, clients may choose from a variety of tours such as guided nature walks, horseback rides and daily farm, bird watching tours, and cloud forest hikes as well as full day tours to the main Volcanos (Poas and Arenal).

Recommended for couples and small nature-orientated groups who enjoy keeping active, and are looking to complement their vacation with an educational experience, as well as those who are sensitive to the environment and support conservation.

Day 6 - (B) Day at leisure in Villa Blanca to enjoy the hotel facilities and explore the surroundings. Optional activities include: guided walks, bird watching and zipline tour. Villa Blanca

Day 7 - (B) Private transfer from Villa Blanca to Manuel Antonio. Check in at the hotel and rest of the day at leisure. Arenas del Mar

The Resort has 38 rooms, including ocean view apartments with two bedrooms and three full bathrooms. All rooms offer spectacular views of the Manuel Antonio National Park, the Pacific Ocean and the tropical rainforest. The hotel was built with an ambitious combination of deluxe accommodation, coupled with the highest level of certified sustainability. The buildings housing the guest rooms were altered to fit around existing trees, water is heated with solar panels and grey water is reused for irrigation.

The Ocean Breeze Apartments offer two air-conditioned bedrooms with one king size bed each, spacious decks with a private tub where guests will relax and enjoy the amazing Pacific sunsets. They also have a large living area with ceiling fans, a full size pull-out sofa, mini bar and three full bathrooms.

The Ocean Breeze Suites have one air-conditioned bedroom with a king size bed, a spacious deck with a private hot tub and a large living area with ceiling fans, a full size pull-out sofa, mini bar and two full bathrooms.

All Ocean BreezeSuperior Rooms have a/c, one king size bed, an ample deck overlooking the ocean or rainforest, as well as cable TV, high speed Internet, mini-bar, safe deposit box, coffee maker and iron. These rooms host up to 2 people maximum.

The Rainforest View Suites are spacious one bedroom suites with a king size bed and with a living area. All suites are fully air-conditioned and feature one bathroom with Jacuzzi. The Guest Rooms are set in seven three-story buildings. They are located on the beach with private beach access and facilities. Las Brisas Spa offers all kind of relaxing treatments including massages, facials, wraps, scrubs, pedicure and manicure among others.

This is a high-quality beach resort that combines comfort with sustainable development. Ideal for those who enjoy being surrounded by nature but also enjoy high accommodation standards. It is also an excellent option for families and couples.

Days 8-10 - (B) Days at leisure at the Manuel Antonio National Park area. Optional tours such as rafting trips and guided walks are suggested. Arenas del Mar

Day 11 - (B) Private transfer from Manuel Antonio to San José. Check in at the hotel and rest of the day to enjoy the hotel facilities. Finca Rosa Blanca

Day 12 - (B) Transfer to the San José International Airport.

Rates per person based on double occupancy in US$ dollars:

The program includes:
• Meet & greet upon arrival
• Accommodation as described above
• Ground transfers or Rental Car
• Tours as described above
• Local flights (San José – Puerto Jiménez – San José)
• Meals as specified each day: B, L or D
• Map and information kit
• All taxes

Does not include optional activities

*Private Transfers Alternative: A private driver will pick up the clients directly at the hotel and will take them to the next destination. The schedules can be flexible (unless they have to connect with other transfers or be in a certain place at a specific moment) and they do not have to wait for other clients, since this is a private service.

**Rental Car Alternative: Renting a car is a convenient way to move around the country as it gives you the freedom to explore at will. Our preferred car rental companies offer a complete list of services, including a modern fleet of vehicles and pick-up and drop-off services in San José as well as in the main tourist destinations. We would recommend a 4WD whenever possible and depending on the places you wish to visit, as they are more robust vehicles and a more reliable option for difficult roads. The rate provided does not include the Mandatory Insurance (USD 18.00 per day of rent). Clients will pick up the vehicle (Daihatsu Bego 4x4) on Day 05 and return it on Day 11.