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A full day adventure that combines a wildlife observation tour (navigating the forested banks and mangroves that border the estuary of the Tarcoles River) with enough time to enjoy one of the best beaches of our Mid-Pacific Coast: Punta Leona.
It takes some two hours to reach our Pacific Coast. Halfway, there’ll be a stop to enjoy an energetic breakfast. Once at the river a comfortable motor boat will take you through the calm waters where you’ll be impressed by the existing diversity of wildlife, especially aquatic birds like storks, herons, ducks and similar. But the real stars are the huge crocodiles that abound in this section of the river. Some of these fellows can reach five meters, or even more, and have been studied and filmed extensively by the National Geographic Society research teams. You’ll be able to see them very closely and safely and if possible even witness the stunning act in which the boat’s captain feeds one of them right out of his hand… unbelievable! After this you’ll be able to explore the mangrove area, making it possible for you to watch and almost touch the plants that give life to this very important and complex eco-system, so typical of the tropical coastal areas. A short ride will take you to the exclusive Punta Leona Resort where a delicious buffet lunch awaits you. In the afternoon you can enjoy their facilities and have time to swim and relax at the two beaches inside the complex: Playa Blanca and Playa Mantas. If enjoying the beach is not what you are into, a guided hiking tour in Punta Leona’s biological reserve is also a possibility.
This trip leaves from Don Carlos Hotel at 6:15 a.m. and gets back around 7:00 p.m. Both breakfast and lunch are included.
* Minimum required: 02 participants *
* Departures: Saturdays & Sundays *
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Price
Per Person: $ 98.00 - RESERVE
(Children up to 10 years: 25% off) |
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Manuel Antonio combines one of Costa Rica’s finest beach destinations with a small yet exuberant National Park, and only 3½ hours away from the City of San Jose. Aside from enjoying the light-colored sandy beaches inside this protected area, you’ll be able to explore the different trails, accompanied by your specialized tour guide. This place shelters a vast number of animal species. Most frequently seen are: Coatimundis, squirrel monkeys, white faced monkeys, agoutis, sloths, bats, crabs, aquatic birds and a great variety of insects and butterflies.
To take maximum advantage of your time, departure will be early in the morning (6:00 a.m.) and you should expect to be back at 7:00 p.m. approximately. Both breakfast and lunch, as well as the entrance fee to the park, are included.
* Departure Days: Tuesdays - Thursdays - Saturdays - Sundays*
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Manuel Antonio National Park Tour: $ 86.00 RESERVE
(Children up to 11 years: $ 60.00)
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An unforgettable full-day tour to the paradisiacal Tortuga Island, located on our Pacific Coast and offering a beautiful white sand beach lined with palm trees and lush tropical vegetation, on board of Calypso’s luxurious Catamaran Yacht.
Your day begins with a highly scenic two-hour ride from San Jose to Puntarenas, our main port on the Pacific Coast. There will be a stop for a nice Costa Rican style breakfast along the way. This cruise offers excellent views of the small islands of the Gulf of Nicoya, live music, fresh fruits and soft drinks. Cocktails and alcoholic drinks are available, but not included. You’ll have some 4½ hours at the island to enjoy your favorite beach activities. A gourmet lunch accompanied with chilled wine will be served shortly after midday at their special facilities. Sea kayaks and snorkeling equipment are available for rent at the beachfront. Tortuga Island, although small, has trails for those who like to do some hiking and exploring. Depending on the weather, there are chances of observing a breathtaking sunset on your way back to Puntarenas. In short words, an experience you won’t want to miss.
Tortuga Island Tour departs from Aurola Holiday Inn Hotel
( located only 04 blocks away from Don Carlos Hotel ) at 6:00 a.m. and gets back at 7:30 p.m. approximately. Included: Breakfast, tropical fruits, soft drinks and lunch.
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* Low Season Rate: September and October, only
* High Season Rate: Rest of the year
Calypso Tortuga Island Cruise - High Season: $ 113.00 RESERVE
Calypso Tortuga Island Cruise - Low Season: $ 103.00 RESERVE
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Exactly the same excursion as the one described above, except that the
yacht that will take you to the island is the brand new Bay Island
Deluxe Catamaran. Bay Island is a company that for many years has been taking visitors to this wonderful island and just recently changed their
smaller yacht, the Bay Princess, for their luxurious catamaran boat.
Low Season: May, June, September, October & November
High Season: December through April, July & August |
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Bay Island Tortuga Island Cruise ( Low Season ) $ 93.00 RESERVE
Bay Island Tortuga Island Cruise ( High Season ) $ 103.00 RESERVE
(*) During Low Season, departures will be: Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays
Departure will be from Aurola Holiday Inn Hotel at 6:00 a.m.
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