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Costa Rica
Nature Lover's Paradise
The"RichCoast"countryinCentralAmericaisa
ight that arrives in Costa Rica's capital, San Jose,
natural paradise nestled between the coastlines
for one night. The next morning, head out into
of the Paci c Ocean and the Caribbean Sea.
the country with your guide on an excursion to
Fortunate to have citizens who are respectful of
the majestic Arenal Volcano, along with visits to
their country's eco-systems, Costa Rica is home to
the nearby artisan town of Sarchi and the rural
exotic wildlife and owers, lush forests and jungles,
community of La Fortuna, so named because it
and remote beaches. Approximately 25 percent of
avoided destruction during an eruption in 1968.
the country's land is environmentally protected,
Conclude the day by relaxing with a soak in the
and monkeys, sloths, turtles, frogs,
local hot springs.
and birds are among the many
Stay a second day in the Arenal area
including zip-lining, horseback riding, mud baths
indigenous animals allowed to
and combine a oating safari through
and additional choices.
thrive and roam freely. It is also one
the rain forest with a tour of the Caņo
Now, on day eight, you can relax at the beach in
of the most active volcanic regions
Negro Wildlife Reserve; be on the
Guanacaste, or choose to explore even more: hike
in the world.
lookout for iguanas, caymans, turtles,
in Palo Verde National Park for some spectacular
Rich also with travel
resident and migratory birds, monkeys,
bird watching; cross the border and visit Nicaragua;
opportunities, this ecologically
and sloths. On the fourth day of this
participate in other guided adventures; or simply
diverse country o ers some of the
itinerary, move on to Monteverde,
enjoy the natural beauty that surrounds you.
world's best natural hot springs,
where activity options can range from
Departing marvelous Costa Rica will bring such
eco-excursions, exciting outdoor
a jungle canopy tour, Sky Trek and Sky
sweet sorrow on the next day, but just consider
activities, resorts and spas, surf and
Walk, to frog pond explorations and
how enriched you will be by experiencing this
dive spots, and more. Nevertheless,
a trip to the famous butter y farms. With a second
country with the "Rich Coast."
peaceful Costa Rica's greatest natural resource may
day in Monteverde, your
be its warm and welcoming residents, who treat
guide can take you on a
visitors as treasured friends.
tour of the lush Monteverde
The very aspects that may attract you to the
Cloud Forest Reserve
abundant wild wonders of this country can present
and reveal its astounding
a challenge when attempting to select what to do
diversity of wildlife and ora.
and planning how to t it all in a vacation. So, let's
For this suggested
look at a convenient nine-day itinerary that may
itinerary's sixth day, travel
be perfect if you want to sample safe adventure
to coastal Guanacaste,
­ a little o the beaten path ­ but still stay on the
famous for its beaches and
right course to experience some of nature's best
tropical rain forest; reward
throughout Costa Rica.
yourself by staying at a
First, it is essential you connect with a respected
beach resort. On the next
tour company featuring expert, knowledgeable
day, enjoy Guanacaste's
guides and drivers who share their familiarity
Vida Aventura Nature
and enthusiasm for the local environs every step
Park on a guided tour
of the way. Then, begin your vacation with a
with a variety of activities,
Marvels of
Costa Rica $3,559
per person
January 31­ February 9, 2015
double occupancy
ITINERARY: San Jose, Arenal, Monteverde, Guanacaste
TOUR HIGHIGHTS:
· Arenal Volcano Hike and Springs Tour
INCLUDES:
· Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge
· A/C deluxe transportation
· Monteverde optional tours: Canopy
· All tours and admissions per itinerary
Tour, Sky Walk and Sky Trek, Frog Pond
· Meals
or Butterfly Farm
· Local taxes
· Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve Tour
· Professional tour guide
· Vida Adventura Nature Park
· Guanacaste optional tours: Palo
Verde National Park, Liberia City Tour,
Nicaragua One Day Tour and Sky
For more information or
Walk Tenorio
reservations, contact your local
AAA Central Penn o ce.
SUMMER 2014
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