Family FYI: Did you know that monkeys are among the most common mammals in Costa Rica, with names like "howler monkey" and "spider monkey"? From the Pacific Ocean to the Caribbean Sea, Tauck Bridges' Costa Rica vacation introduces you to the amazing biodiversity of the beach, rainforest and jungle!
Discover a natural wonderland on this family Costa Rica vacation. Ride a raft along a jungle river, get a bird’s-eye view of one of the world’s most active volcanoes from a sky tram, or fly high on a zip-line adventure. Hop into a volcanic mud pool or go river tubing or horseback riding at a working hacienda. Meet howler monkeys and amazing amphibians at Tortuguero National Park, tour a pineapple plantation and a coffee farm, and look for brilliant butterflies! A world of fun awaits on your family's Costa Rica vacation.
Departures
3, 10, 17, 24 Jun; 1, 8, 12, 15, 22, 26, 29 Jul; 5, 12, 19 Aug; 23, 25, 30 Dec 2012.
Inclusions
- All gratuities to Tauck Director
- Zip-line adventure or a trip by sky tram for extraordinary views of Arenal Volcano and the lush rainforest canopy
- Jungle river-rafting adventure with an expert wildlife guide
- Private home visit with a local farmer whose family have lived along the river for generations
- Guided tour of a 3,000-acre organic pineapple plantation
- Hands-on demonstration to learn the secrets of making chocolate
- Exploration of Tortuguero National Park by boat and land with expert naturalists includes a canal cruise, nature hike and admission to the Caribbean Conservation Learning Center
- Airport transfers upon arrival and departure as noted
- 19 meals (7 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 7 dinners); gratuities to local guides and drivers, admission fees, taxes, porterage and service charges
- Note: Nighttime beach visit on Day 5 for the possibility of seeing sea turtles is only offered on July – August departures.
- Children 11 and under Discount $200 - Children under 18 must be booked in a room with at least one adult; exceptions may be granted under certain circumstances with parental consent. Triple and quad accommodations are two-bedded rooms.
- Recommended age: 8+