Off The Beaten Track Costa Rica

Off The Beaten Track Costa Rica
Off The Beaten Track Costa Rica
Off The Beaten Track Costa Rica
Off The Beaten Track Costa Rica
Off The Beaten Track Costa Rica
Off The Beaten Track Costa Rica
Off The Beaten Track Costa Rica
Off The Beaten Track Costa Rica
Off The Beaten Track Costa Rica
Off The Beaten Track Costa Rica

Off The Beaten Track Costa Rica

Duration

8 Days / 7 Nights

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Adventure

Activity Level

Activity Level

High

Wildlife expectation

Physical Difficulty

Wildlife expectation

Cultural rating

Wildlife expectation

Wildlife expectation

Specialist

Travel specialist

Claire
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If you want to get off the beaten track and experience the incredible lush biodiversity of the Costa Rican rain forests well as visit some of the most remote and pristine beaches of the Caribbean coast, then this is the tour for you! In between, we will visit the stunning Pacuare rive for some of the best rafting in the world along crystal clear rivers. Here we will also experience the native indigenous people of the area. This off the beaten track experience will take you away from the tourist crowds and reconnect you with nature, whilst enjoying some incredible rapids along the way!

Special features of our 8 Day - Off The Beaten Track Costa Rica: 

Type of Tourism:  Nature, Beaches, Water sports, Adventure

 Places to Visit:  San Jose, Pacuare River and South Caribbean Coast. 

 Duration:  8 Days and 7 Nights. 

 Type of Service: group tours. 

 Accommodation:  3 star hotels and lodges at every destination that you will visit. These hotels had been carefully chosen and we can guarantee that you will feel comfortable and your every need catered for! 

DAY BY DAY SCHEDULE

On arrival at Juan San Jose International Airport, our staff will be waiting for you to take you to the San Jose hotel. Depending on your arrival time, you will have a free afternoon and evening to explore the modern Costa Rican Capital with its bustling commerce and touristic infrastructure, perfect for visitors. San Jose offers various touristic, cultural and natural attractions, like the museums of Costa Rican Art, Gold, Jade, National and Children’s Contemporary Art and Design. The National Theatre and the historical archit...

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    After an early morning pick-up we will head out to the Pacuare River. We will head to the river banks to head out by raft to get to the lodge, set in the middle of the lush rainforest. This river is rated as one of the top rafting rivers in the world and is a must-do. You will raft through incredible primary rainforest on over 25 km of Class III-IV white water. We can appreciate cascading waterfalls, lush rainforest, exotic plants, birds and other animals, and exciting rapids which will make an action-packed tropical adventure, full ...

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      Today, our guide will take us for a 5 hours hike to the Cabecar Indigenous reserve. This indigenous community live in the middle of the forest and the only way out is by hours of hiking through the forest. A variety of activities characterize the Cabécar livelihoods today. These include small-scale agriculture, hunting, fishing, and harvesting wild flora for food, natural medicine and housing materials. The natural environment of the people takes place in two realms: the ‘near space’ in and around the house or vill...

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        Today we will venture out on the most exciting part of the river. We will spend the day rafting on class 4+ river sections, heading from the lodge to the town of Siquirres. We will then head to the South Caribbean coast, where we will spend the next few days.

          We will enjoy 3 full day to relax and enjoy the many beaches in the area. We recommended you renting a bike and exploring on your own the beaches and nature of the area. Puerto Viejo, Tortuguero, Cahuita, and Manzanillo are just a few of these incredible Caribbean beaches. These beaches are idyllic; however, a full day of sunny beach weather is rare. But the rain will pass quickly and leave spectacular skies for stunning sunsets. 

            We will enjoy 3 full day to relax and enjoy the many beaches in the area. We recommended you renting a bike and exploring on your own the beaches and nature of the area. Puerto Viejo, Tortuguero, Cahuita, and Manzanillo are just a few of these incredible Caribbean beaches. These beaches are idyllic; however, a full day of sunny beach weather is rare. But the rain will pass quickly and leave spectacular skies for stunning sunsets. 

              We will enjoy 3 full day to relax and enjoy the many beaches in the area. We recommended you renting a bike and exploring on your own the beaches and nature of the area. Puerto Viejo, Tortuguero, Cahuita, and Manzanillo are just a few of these incredible Caribbean beaches. These beaches are idyllic; however, a full day of sunny beach weather is rare. But the rain will pass quickly and leave spectacular skies for stunning sunsets. 

                Today we depart for the 4 hour drive back to San Jose airport. We will make sure you arrive in time for your international flight back home or on to your next exciting destination!


                  WHAT'S INCLUDED

                  • All Transportation from arrival until departure. 
                  • 1 nights accommodation in San Jose with Breakfast included. 
                  • River Rafting from Put-in to the Lodge in the River. 
                  • 2 nights accommodation in Pacuare River with meals included. 
                  • Cabecar Indigenous reserve hike. 
                  • Rafting from Lodge to take-out. 
                  • 4 Nights accommodation in South Caribbean coast 
                  • Sale taxes. 

                  WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED

                  • Extra expenses not indicated in the itinerary.
                  • Internal Flights
                  • Airport Tax
                  • Tips and gratuities
                  • Medical Insurance

                  Trip Preparation & FAQS

                  You can check our safety protocols in the following link: https://www.horizontes.com/travel-bubbles

                  We do not include travel or health insurance and we strongly recommend a comprehensive travel insurance for any unexpected circumstances. This is not obligatory, however. An full travel insurance policy that covers cancellations and delays as well as medical insurance.

                  We suggest that you speak with your doctor to ensure that you are up-to-date with the recommended vaccinations when traveling to the destination. In any case, a negative Coronavirus Molecular Test (PCR) is needed to enter the country.

                  We suggest that you speak with your doctor to ensure what medications you will need to bring to the destination. Pharmacies and drugstores are common in all cities, however, it is not certain that you will be able to find a specific drug that you can find in your country of origin.

                  As in any city in the world, there can be pickpockets in crowded places. We suggest being vigilant at all times, but if you are in a group you will always be safer.

                  We do not include the cost of any domestic or international flight in any of our programs. These services must be booked independently by each guest.

                  Yes, hotels will charge the cost of a double room as standard, so a single supplement will be charged if you are traveling alone.

                  VA Expeditions is supported by Valencia Travel, a company with more than 12 years of foundation with a solid financial position. We have insurance from the insurance company La Positiva, that supports us and protects our guests from any eventuality at the destination, covering our guests for more than 5 million US dollars.

                  Each trip is customizable, but there may be additional restrictions and expenses in each case. We suggest contacting your sales representative for more information.

                  Yes, in addition to multi-day programs, we offer half-day experiences and excursions without overnight, which you can purchase as additional services. In case you wish to purchase one of these services, you can ask your guide, the transfer representative or your sales representative to provide you with the support you need.

                  Yes, you can add additional or optional services to your regular tour. We appreciate contacting your sales representative for any changes you wish to make.

                  Yes, you can travel with children and we have many activities to do as a family, however, depending on your itinerary, some experiences can be a bit demanding for young children. As a recommendation, we suggest that you ask your sales consultant if the tour you wish to book is suitable for children.

                  We work with a maximum group size of 12 passengers for sustainability reasons and a more personaized experience.

                  We suggest making your reservations at least one month before your trip in order to reserve the best hotels, transportation and services for your travel dates, however, in last minute cases, we can reserve up to 15 days in advance.

                  We suggest consulting with your embassy to review any documents, tests or special visa you need for your trip.

                  The official currency in Costa Rica is the Costa Rican colón (CRC). In large cities there is a good chance that you will find ATMs or ATMs, however, we suggest that you do not rely entirely on this solution, as it may not be enabled to work with your bank.

                  Yes, we cater for all special dietary requirements. Please let us know at the time of booking if you have any allergies or special dietary needs.

                  As a committed tour operator we follow the next steps in order to promote sustainability with our collaborators,  suppliers and clients:

                  We undertake sustainability certification processes to improve our operation and promote our green credentials.

                  We promote sustainable practices among our suppliers and evaluate their performance.

                  We educate travelers in how to be a responsible traveler.

                  With our Horizontes Foundation we work with local communities to improve livelihoods and preserve ecosystems.

                  Tips are not included in the cost of the tour. You should plan to tip 10% in restaurants and for your guided services, however, tipping is never required.

                  Cultural norms vary within each Latin American country, even within each city within the country, however, we recommend the following measures to have a pleasant visit in each destination: Latin American culture in general tends to be closer and more informal than in others cultures, so there is usually always a friendly approach in all conversations, and going directly to the point could be considered offensive to some people. Personal space can be much shorter as well, but without being interpreted as sexual in nature. 

                  The schedules are also usually more relaxed and informal, however, this is not the case of VA EXPEDITIONS, since we will always respect the hours indicated in your itinerary. This may be different for other appointments that you can book on your own at other locations.

                  This depends on each itinerary, and will be indicated in the detail of the day. However, our itineraries always usually include free times to offer more flexibility to our guests. 

                  For any emergency, we appreciate contacting the 24/7 Operations Phone & WhatsApp number: (506) 8730-0396

                  We have put together a vast selection of highly qualified organizations that we consider to have influenced their specific fields and the sustainable development of Costa Rica.

                  Costa Rica is known for being a green sustainable country and you can do activities such as:  

                  Visit National Parks

                  Visit rural communities and share with locals

                  Try local gastronomy

                  Immerse in nature and wildlife

                  Volunteer

                  Plant a tree

                   

                  For more information you can check our Hands on Learning in Costa Rica Program on the following  link: https://horizontes.s3.amazonaws.com/dev/ks/images/VNYhAKY31Ed7w0bY.pdf

                  All our guests have 24/7 support for any type of emergency or eventuality. For emergencies you can contact the following number: (506) 8730-0396. For general inquiries, you can write to us at the following email: info@valenciatravelcusco.com 

                  This depends on each itinerary, but generally is a ratio of one guide for every nine guests.

                  This depends on the type of the type of Travel insurance that the passenger has. We recommend that you have a comprehensive travel insurance policy for better care and hospital facilities.

                  The tours are carried out by an expert team that has determined the optimal times of visits to make the most of our guests' time, without rushing. All our programs are customizable, so if at any time at the destination you want to adjust the pace of the trip, you can ask your guide to reach a consensus with the whole group in case you need to make adjustments to the pace of the trip.

                  Each trip is customizable, but there may be additional restrictions and expenses in each case. We suggest contacting your sales representative for more information.

                  Yes, you can safely store any luggage at your  hotel.

                  For city tours, there are public bathrooms available, in remote destinations bathroom facilities are more sparse.

                  In the mountains and remote places there is no Internet connection. Hotels and public places usually have WIFI available.

                  In cities and tourist centers you will have good telephone reception. In remote areas, there may be no cell phone reception.

                  It depends on each itinerary. We suggest contacting your account representative to give you specific information regarding your  program.

                  We suggest that you bring a refillable water bottle or purchase bottled water if necessary. Depending on your destination, at various points on your trip there will be places where you can fill your water bottle.

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