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Costa Rica - Most Special Singles Explorer
Beach & Jungle
11 Day Camping & Lodging

Join us this year on a truly fantastic 13* day adventure tour to Costa Rica and Panama offers the chance to visit the famous Manuel Antonio National Park, as well as the off-the-beaten-track Puerto Viejo and Bocas del Toro, Panama. From the Pacific to the beautiful Caribbean, if you like the beach with a handful of activities thrown in, this holiday is the trip for you!

Package Includes:

• Bilingual tour leader
• Transportation private vehicle.
• All 4 nights camping.
• All equipment (except sleeping bag).
• 6 nights hotel
• *1 Pre hotel night
• *1 Post hotel night
• Scenic Hikes (Turialba, Irazu Volcano and Manuel Antonio National Park).
• Scenic boat cruise (Bocas del Toro, Panama).
• Wildlife viewing
• International Travel Insurance
• 3 hotel breakfasts
• All meals whilst camping

Optional Activities:

• Surf lessons $45
• Pacuare River Rafting $85.
• Snorkelling Tour $60.
• Tour to Boca del Drago $80 .
• Sea Kayaking $60
• Bastimentos Park Boat Trip $50.

Itenary:

• Day 1/2 - Leaving the capital of San Jose, we visit Volcan Irazu with time enough to climb and gaze into its perfect crater. The view is breathtaking and Irazu is the highest volcano in Costa Rica. We then continue to Turrialba to set up camp. Here we will explore some hikes along the Reventazon River, and there will be opportunities to white water raft on the Pacuare River or trek in this natural playground. Accommodation: Camping with meals included
• Day 3 - The next day finds us travelling south towards Panama and its enchanting archipelago, Bocas del Toro, but first we will spend an evening at the Gandoca/Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge. Gandoca/Manzanillo is home to tropical rainforest and champagne-coloured sandy beaches that are dotted with coconut and palm trees. Its pristine coral reef, year-round warm weather and lack of crowds will be sure to impress. Swim or snorkel in the refreshing Caribbean sea, bask in the sun or watch for 'congos' (howler monkeys) in the nearby trees. Accommodation: Hotel included. Meals paid locally.
• Day 4/5 - With an early morning departure, we cross the border into Panama and take a scenic boat transfer to Bocas del Toro via, where you will savour the area's natural beauty. During the day, opt for a boating excursion to Bastimentos Marine Park and snorkel among the rare coral reef and a myriad of brightly coloured fish or just relax, fish or kayak. In the evenings, sip rum cocktails and dance with the locals to the unique rhythms of Panama's Caribbean islands... perfect for perfecting your salsa moves! Accommodation: Lodge/cabins included. Meals paid locally.
• Day 6/7 - Crossing the border via boat back into Costa Rica we stop in Cahuita/Puerto Viejo. Explore the marine park that bears its name with some of the most beautiful palm trees and white sandy beaches in the country. There will be plenty of time to walk or bike to nearby jungles or enjoy the day on the beach. Accommodation: Camping with meals included.
• Day 7/8 - Crossing the border via boat back into Costa Rica we stop in Cahuita/Puerto Viejo. Explore the marine park that bears its name with some of the most beautiful palm trees and white sandy beaches in the country. There will be plenty of time to walk or bike to nearby waterfalls or enjoy the day on the beach. Accommodation: Camping with meals included
• Day 8 - Travelling across the Talamanca mountain range, we arrive at San Isidro de El General in time to explore the local market and the Costa Rican nightlife. The temperature is cooler here and you will appreciate the fresh mountain air. Accommodation: Hotel included. Meals paid locally.
• Day 9/10 - Our last days have us in one of the most famous beach areas in all of Central America, Manuel Antonio. From the national park's beaches and tropical forests to the delicious seafood, salsa clubs and beach bars of the town, what better way to end your 11 day romp in Costa Rica and Panama than by body-surfing Manuel Antonio's perfectly curled waves and perfecting your sun tan! Accommodation: Hotel included. Meals paid locally.
• Day 11 - We return to San Jose at the end of an incredible tour. Tour services end at approx 17:00 hrs in San Jose on day 12