REGARDING TRIPS DESIGNATED AS CUSTOMIZED/PRIVATE TOURS: Tour dates for these trips are for seasonal pricing purposes and can be altered to better fit your schedule after deposit has been processed and you have been redirected to specific tour provider for trip finalization.
For all the lovers of nature and culture, this program is the one, enjoying a coffee tour visiting the town of Sarchí to enjoy the Costa Rican culture and of numerous wooden handicraft and furniture shops. Then a drive a scenic road to the Caribbean Coast crossing and enjoying a beautiful view, for the last part, you can choose one of three options todo, such as: THE GULF OF NICOYA AND ITS ISLANDS, IRAZÚ VOLCANO – OROSI VALLEY – LANKESTER GARDEN or PACUARE RIVER RAFTING
Costa Rica
Sustainability
For those of us in the travel industry, sustainable development is of great importance. It is necessary to protect the environment and endorse cultural attractions, by promoting good social norms, so that future generations can enjoy the natural wonders of our planet. ARMOTOURS makes every effort to reinforce sustainable tourism. We maintain close contact with our business partners, so that together we can implement important changes and achieve positive results for the future. Many of our suppliers have been pioneers in this field and have shown great commitment to sustainability, thereby earning national recognition. In the list of hotels, we work with, we have publicized those who have been awarded the Certificate for Sustainable Tourism (CST) by the Costa Rican Tourism Institute.
Arrival at Juan Santamaría International Airport and private transfer to your hotel.
Lodging: Hotel Fleur de Lys or similar
At 2800m (9180ft) above sea level, the Poás Volcano is considered the largest geyser in the world. If permitted you will visit Lake Botos, an ancient crater. Later, drive through coffee and sugar cane plantations to Sarchí, site of the world famous multicolor carts and of numerous wooden handicraft and furniture shops. Lodging: Hotel Fleur de Lys or similar
Drive from San José through a scenic road to the Caribbean Coast crossing the Braulio Carrillo Cloud Forest and enjoying a beautiful view. Continuation to Limón and then along the Southern Caribbean Coast to arrive at Cahuita.
Lodging: Ciudad Perdida Lodge or similar
Cahuita is one of the most beautiful palm tree beaches in the country. The white sand comes from coral reefs and shells. Admire the beach at this 1068ha (2640acres) National Park and the numerous crustaceans and fishes as well as the only “living” coral reef in the Caribbean Coast of Costa Rica.
Lodging: Ciudad Perdida Lodge or similar
Transfer from Cahuita to Siquirres through rain forests and large banana plantations, to the embarking point. Board the boat to cruise the marvelous canals until you arrive in Tortuguero. Afternoon visit to the small village.
Lodging: Pachira Lodge or similar
Early Sunrise Boat Tour through the natural canals in the Tortuguero Rain Forest National Park with its impressive flora and fauna home to more than 309 bird species. After breakfast, enjoy again the ride through the canals on your way back to the disembarking point. Continuation by road to San José.
Lodging: Hotel Fleur de Lys or similar
Drive along the Pan American Highway to arrive at the old Port of Puntarenas. Then, enjoy the cruise skirting the Pacific Coast. Visit the most important virgin island of the Gulf of Nicoya. With its coconut palms, white sand and crystalline water, the exotic Tortuga Island will provide enjoyment in contact with nature. Lunch will be served on the beach. Return to San José by late afternoon.
IRAZÚ VOLCANO – OROSI VALLEY – LANKESTER GARDEN Visit Cartago, Costa Rica’s former capital city, the ruins of the old Church and the Basilica of our Lady of the Angels. Later, at 3420m (11220ft) above sea level,
admire the highest volcano in Costa Rica with its interesting lunar landscape.
Continue to Paraíso and then through the marvelous Orosi Valley. See the Cachí hydroelectric power plant. Visit the ruins of the Ujarrás Church and the Orosi Church, one of the oldest colonial churches in Costa Rica. Later, admire the Lankester Gardens, with the largest orchid collection in Central America. Lunch included.
PACUARE RIVER RAFTING
Exciting rafting through the jungle along the only protected white water river in Latin America, a 28km (17 miles) ride of stunning natural beauty and exciting Class III and IV white water rapids. Several deep passes covered with lush vegetation are the home of ocelots, monkeys and hundreds of birds. Some of the world´s best rapids are found here. Lunch included.
Lodging: Hotel Fleur de Lys or similar
Transfer to the Juan Santamaría International Airport for your return flight.
