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HOTEL INFORMATION:  Volcano LodgeHotel Class: First Class The Volcano Lodge is located in full view of the Arenal Volcano in Costa Rica. The hotel features 65 guest rooms, all equipped with cable TV, hairdryer, and a safety deposit box. The Volcano Lodge also has internet, a restaurant, two swimming pools, and private gardens.  Casa Conde del MarHotel Class: Superior First Class Casa Conde del Mar is located on beautiful Playa Panamá in Guanacaste’s scenic Gulf of Papagayo and offers guests a comfortable stay along the pristine beaches of Costa Rica. Located right on the beach, guests can enjoy the Playa Panama or the hotel’s pool. All rooms have air-conditioning, telephone, cable TV, and internet access. Other hotel amenities include massages (off-site), tours, Jacuzzi, restaurant, and a bar.  Guachipelin LodgeHotel Class: Lodge The Guachipelin Lodge Hotel is located at the foot of the Rincon de la Vieja Volcano, near Curubande. Guests can explore on horseback, or tour the Canyon canopy and Rio Negro. All guest rooms are equipped with private bathroom and hot water shower.  Sarapiqui Rainforest LodgeHotel Class: Lodge The complex is located in the lush Sarapiqui Rainforest near the little town of La Virgen de Sarapiqui. The impact of the visitors on the environment is kept to a minimum. Tourism assures that the local economy is being stimulated without doing harm to the environment or depleting resources. For example at the center we have a special water treatment for the waste water from toilets, showers and kitchen. We also use solar energy to heat the water and a wind turbine will be installed soon to light the terraces and rooms at night. The Ecolodge consists of five Palenques structures; four guests units, and one central building with the lobby, restaurant, bar, coffee gourmet bar, photo gallery, administration, and gift shop.  Sueno AzulHotel Class: First Class A first class comfortable resort located on a private ranch and nature reserve near the Braullio Carillo National Park, the Sueno Azul Hotel & Spa is located at the Horquetas of Sarapiqui on the northern region of Costa Rica. The hotel offers a mixture of nature and convenience, making a spectacular place to rest your body and soul. Amenities of the 55 rooms include roof fan, air-conditioning, private bathroom with hot water, a safe, and private terrace. Guests can enjoy the spa, yoga studio, horseback riding, and various other activities.
Day 1 - Sarapiqui, Costa Rica
Check-in to your first class hotel on a nature reserve and let your family’s adventure begin! Meals D Sueño Azul Resort Day 2 - A FreeStyle Day in Sarapiqui Tailor this vacation with the activity that’s right for your family. They’re prepaid and all fun! • Whitewater Rafting: Choose thrilling Class III & IV rapids or a tamer Class I & II section. • Sarapiqui Float Trip: A gentle boat trip down the Sarapiqui River as it winds through the rainforest - a great way for kids to learn about the incredible biodiversity found in the tropics. • Rainforest Horseback Ride: Our gentle horses know the forest trails and they’re used to young riders – an ideal adventure for the entire family. Then relax by the pool or explore the resort’s ranch and private nature reserve. Meals B Day 3 - Sarapiqui / La Paz / Arenal Today’s journey with your own private car and driver promises an exciting and enriching day, comfortably paced to suit your family. You’ll explore lush rainforest trails that wind past five picturesque waterfalls. Then visit the Hummingbird Center and the unique open-air Butterfly Observatory – fascinating for young and old alike. Continue on to the Ecothermales Hot Springs Resort and relax together in soothing geo-thermal pools. This evening, gather your family to watch Arenal’s volcanic displays from the comfort of your first class hotel room. Meals B,L,D Volcano Lodge Day 4 - A FreeStyle Day in Arenal Another opportunity to tailor this vacation to your family’s interests: • La Fortuna on Horseback: A 90-minute horseback ride and a short hike through the forest bring you to this spectacular waterfall – where you can take a swim in the natural pool. • Hike Arenal Volcano: A moderate hike along the base through forested trails. • Arenal Hanging Bridges: 15 hanging bridges wind their way through primary forest, with unparalleled views of Arenal Volcano. Explore high in the forest canopy for an up-close observation of the rainforest’s flora and fauna. • Canopy Tour: Adrenaline-rushing adventure: 12 platforms and over 1,000 feet of cable strung high above the forest floor. “Fly” through the trees, safely attached by harness to the steel cables, for a fresh perspective of the forest. Meals B Day 5 - Arenal / Rincon de la Vieja After a relaxing morning, your car and driver will take you through the lush forested vistas of northern Costa Rica to Rincon de la Vieja. Our private car transfers promise a flexible, comfortable pace – with the opportunity to stop and savor the experience of Costa Rica’s rich flora and fauna. Upon arrival, you’ll check-in to your first-class eco-lodge with time to swim in the natural canyon pools nearby. Meals B Guachipelin Lodge Day 6 - A FreeStyle Day in Rincon de la Vieja Another day to choose the adventure that’s just right for your family: • Horseback Riding: An expansive private ranch offers plenty of gentle terrain – making this an ideal excursion for novice riders. • Volcanic Mud Pools and Thermal Waters: Hike the forest to boiling mud pools for a natural mud bath – a soothing and therapeutic experience. • Guided Forest Hike: Explore with a naturalist guide to learn about the flora and fauna of the Costa Rican forest. • Canopy Tour: Explore the forest canopy on this high-adventure excursion that offers a bit of natural sciences education and plenty of thrills! Meals B Day 7 - – Rincon de la Vieja Your program with us finishes this morning. Or, check-out our FreeStyle Add-ons, a flexible and affordable way to extend your family vacation… To relax on a Pacific beach, explore a pristine cloud forest, or discover the less-visited Caribbean coast. Our travel planning experts will help you and your Travel Agent to plan the perfect family adventure!
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