Costa Rica: Leaving My Footprint
Overview
Highlights
- Visit to Obras del Espiritu Santo
- Full-day Maleku Reserve Tour
- Volunteer Program Tour at Proyecto Asis
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Trip includes
- Round-trip economy class airfare to San Jose (SJO)
- Round-trip airport transfers
- 2 nights in San Jose at the Crowne Plaza San Jose Corobici or similar
- Visit to Obras del Espiritu Santo
- Transfer from San Jose hotel to Arenal Volcano area
- 4 nights in the Arenal Volcano area at the Arenal Springs Resort & Spa, or similar
- Arenal Vida Campesina Tour
- Full-day Maleku Reserve Tour
- Volunteer Program Tour at Proyecto Asis
- Transfer from Arenal Volcano to San Jose hotel
- 1 night in San Jose at the Crowne Plaza San Jose Corobici or similar
- Daily breakfast and 3 lunches
Itinerary
Arrive in the sunny city of San Jose! Upon arrival at SJO International Airport, you'll be greeted by a Swiss Travel representative who will provide you with all the documentation you'll need during your Costa Rican adventure. Enjoy a comfortable transfer to yo...
Energize with a rejuvenating breakfast, then enjoy your visit to Obras Del Espiritu Santo. Cherish your time at this wonderful non-profit organization that focuses on diverse social aspects such as health, education, and at-risk youth. Spend quality time with a...
After breakfast, embark on your journey toward the northern lowlands of Costa Rica, home of the majestic Arenal Volcano. Climb up the central volcanic mountain range and see agricultural plantations, vibrant plants, and vast cattle ranges. Then, come face-to-fa...
Grab your camera and get ready for a guided journey through Arenal Vida Campesina, a self-sustained cultural area, where you'll partake in activities such as milking cows, making tortillas, gathering vegetables, learning traditional dances, and more! Enjoy a day filled with cultural immersion, friendly locals, tasty food, and beautiful scenery.
Become part of the history and culture of the Maleku Tribe today! Visit the beautiful natural reserve of these indigenous people and get a taste of their daily lifestyle. Learn about authentic Costa Rican culture, stroll through a medicinal plant garden, and enjoy some local snacks and foods along the way.
Unleash your wild side at Proyecto Asis, a wild animal rescue center! Enjoy a guided tour that takes you through different enclosures and habitats. Once you learn all about the animals, you'll be able to interact with them! Prepare food, feed the animals, and m...
Snap your last photos in the Arenal area, then wave goodbye to the colorful jungle and head back to city life. Enjoy a scenic ride to capital San Jose, where you will spend your last night in Costa Rica. During the drive, gaze out the window at rolling agricult...
Squeeze all your souvenirs into your luggage and enjoy a convenient transfer to SJO International Airport. On your relaxing flight home, reflect on the unforgettable cultural experiences you've had and the differences you've made.
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Crowne Plaza San Jose Corobici
Kick back and relax at the contemporary Crowne Plaza San Jose Corobici! Feel your eyes widen as you walk through the atrium, which boasts sky-high ceilings, stylish seating areas, and flooding natural light. Check-in with the friendly reception team, then mosey through the halls and find your room. Open the door to plush beds, WiFi, flat-screen TV, sparkling bathrooms, and more. Take a quick nap, then unpack your swimsuit and head for the pool! Take a refreshing dip or lounge in the warm sun with a drink in-hand. Work all your stresses away at the on-site state-of-the-art fitness center, melt your worries away in the sauna, or sink into the steamy Jacuzzi.
When you work up an appetite, decide between El Tucan Restaurant, which serves sophisticated Costa Rican cuisine near the pool, or Fuji Restaurant, which serves traditional Japanese cuisine in a hibachi-table setting. After a delicious dinner, unwind with a drink at the lobby bar!
Hotel Arenal Springs
Hotel Arenal Springs is located near natural hot springs in Fortuna, a 20 minutes' drive from the Arenal Volcano site. Soak in rich mineral waters in the middle of Costa Rica's beautiful tropical rainforest! You'll never be bored because this hotel offers a wide variety of activities from zip lining to river rafting to mountain biking.
In addition to the hot springs, the hotel features three outdoor swimming pools including a children's pool. Unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's bars, including a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Dine on international, Italian, and Japanese cuisine at three on-site restaurants. Bright and airy rooms feature flat-screen cable TV, air conditioning, terraces, private bathrooms and views of the garden and Arenal Volcano and the garden.
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