Footloose Adventure Travel: Costa Rica Self Drive Superior

Footloose itineraries – Costa Rica Self Drive Superior

COSTA RICA SELF DRIVE SUPERIOR

A short tour using superior lodges that can be extended in any way

Day 01: Arrive in San José. Private Transfer to Hotel. El Rodeo Hotel. Junior Suite. (B)

Welcome to Costa Rica. Arrive at Juan Santamaria International Airport. After passing through Immigration you will be met by one of our representatives. He will take you to your hotel and give you your welcome kit. Overnight in San Jose City. www.elrodeohotel.com

Day 02: Pick up rental car at hotel lobby, Daihatsu BeGo. Selfdrive to Arenal (3.20 hours). Montaña de Fuego. Deluxe room. (B)

The 12,016-hectare Parque Nacional Volcán Arenal lies within the 204,000-hectare Arenal Conservation Area, protecting eight of Costa Rica's 12 life zones and 16 protected reserves in the region between the Guanacaste and Tilarán mountain ranges, and including Lake Arenal. Arenal Volcano has been constantly active since it woke up after 400 years. One of the world's most active volcanoes, Arenal produces huge ash columns, explosions and glowing red lava almost every day. Fascinating fauna and flora exist here in amazing quantities making this a prime location for viewing many different species of both plants and animals. Among the principal fauna species are: pacas, deer, tapir, coatis, sloths, howler monkeys, white-faced monkeys, snakes and birds like quetzal, bellbird, and hummingbird. There are also over 850 identified birds that reside in the Arenal area. www.montanadefuego.com

Day 03: Free day at Arenal. Montaña de Fuego. (B)

Day 04: Selfdrive to Monteverde (3.6 hours). Fonda Vela Hotel. Junior Suite. (B)

The spectacular Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve is a very important and popular ecotourism destination in Costa Rica. With its unique cloud canopy, this biological reserve located in Puntarenas province is 6 km east of the town of Santa Elena. Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve is one of the most stunning and breathtaking nature reserves in the entire world. Unlike rainforests, cloud forests usually receive much less rain in comparison. However, because a cloud forest is situated at a higher altitude, it has more humidity and is therefore cloudier than a rainforest. This biological reserve sits at an elevation of between 1,200m to 1,600m, and is surrounded by a misty cover that supports a fantastic diversity of flora and fauna. Often creating a surreal environment, this reserve is considered to be among the most exceptional wildlife sanctuaries in the New World Tropics. www.fondavela.com

Day 05: Free day at Monteverde. Fonda Vela Hotel. (B)

Day 06: Selfdrive to Tamarindo (4.8 hours). Jardin del Eden. Deluxe room. (B)

Tamarindo Beach is part of a bay formed by a cape, Cabo Velas. Playa Grande lies to the north of Tamarindo Beach inside the bay. The two beaches are separated by a natural salt water estuary, Estero Tamarindo. South of Tamarindo Bay there is another beautiful estuary and beach, Playa Langosta. Surrounding beaches, both Playa Grande and Playa Langosta are protected nesting areas for the giant leatherback turtle, and are part of the Costa Rican national park system. These beaches are the major nesting areas worldwide for the turtles, which arrive from October to March to lay their eggs. Tours led by official guides are available to take visitors to see this incredible spectacle. Another very special tour is the jungle boat ride. Small groups are ferried on locally built skiffs deep into the mysterious mangrove forest, where a breathtaking diversity of birds, mammals, and reptiles can be seen. www.jardindeleden.com

Day 07: Free day at Tamarindo. Jardin del Eden. (B)

Day 08: Selfdrive to San José to International Airport (5 hours). Drop off rental car. Flight extension.

Included:

* 07 nights lodging at hotels indicated at the preceding proposal. Breakfast and local taxes. Subject to availability
* Airport transfer upon arrival.
* Local Travel Program Support, 24 hours emergency service.
* Personalized information, maps, brochures, vouchers.
* 07 days rental Daihatsu Bego. Basic insurance not included US$ 18.00 per day.

Not included:

* Other meals than indicated
* Entrance fees, entrance fee National Parks US $ 10,00 per person
* Other excursions and activities indicated as optional.
* Airport taxes (US $ 26,00 per person not included ).
* International Flights.
* Personal expenses.
* Tips.
* Extra's at hotels
* Rental car insurance or expenses.

* Additional charges may apply in bookings during Easter and during Christmas/New Year

RATES 2011

WITH RENTAL CAR DAIHATSU BEGO

Rate High Season 2011
£615 per person
(Nov 30, 2009 - April 30th, 2011)
Local taxes included. Rates based on double occupancy. Subject to availability

Rate Low Season 2011
£570 per person
(May 1 - October 31, 2011)
Local taxes included. Rates based on double occupancy. Subject to availability

Rate Special Season 2011
£600 per person
(July 1 - August 31, 2011)
Local taxes included. Rates based on double occupancy. Subject to availability

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The best time to visit Costa Rica is between October and March

Information with roadmaps, vouchers, practical information etc.
Accommodation with breakfasts.
Car rental four-wheel drive Daihatsu Terios or similar with free mileage and taxes included. Mobile phone with free local calls.
Transfers to and from the airport.

Excursions and options mentioned are optional and not included.
Basic car insurance ( $ 18.00 per day ) not included.
$ 950,00 deductible, rental only by valid credit card and drivers license
Park entrance fees and meals are not included.
Airfares and airport tax not included