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Day 1: home-> San Jose, Costa Rica
Fly to San Jose Costa Rica. Our private bus will transfer us from the Airport to a lodge high up in the Mountains. The lodge is a perfect retreat to eat our first typical Costa Rican dinner as a group. We will head to bed following an exhausting day.
Day 2: Mountain Lodge-> Eco Lodge
In the morning we will rise early and enjoy a hot breakfast, before heading on a short hike to see the rare birds and wildlife which are nearly extinct in this cloud forest. We will then transfer to a small village by 4x4 SUV’s and then hike to our Eco Lodge. The Eco Lodge is situated on a flowing river in the Rainforest surrounded by waterfalls and abundant wildlife.
Day 3: At Eco Lodge
At the Eco Lodge we will have the chance to experience three days of activities. First we will have some time to strap on a harness and do some tree climbing! We will learn the basic techniques of technical climbing as we use ropes and harnesses to climb up a rainforest tree. We will spend the afternoon rappelling off a 40ft waterfall. In the evening, we will relax our sore muscles in a natural sweat lodge.
Day 4: At Eco Lodge
On this day the group will be treated to 3 very unique activities at the Eco lodge. First your group will try their hands at making chocolate, tortillas and coffee. Then, fly through the rainforest and over top the River on a Zip Line. Afterwards, participate in a community service project, planting trees in destroyed areas. There will be plenty of time for taking a refreshing dip in the river.
Day 5: Eco Lodge -> Manuel Antonio
Early morning hike from the Eco Lodge to the area of where we will get into rafts, and begin our day on safe but exciting Class I-III rapids of the River. Before we begin, paddling, safety and other on-river skills will be taught. We will need to work as a team to maneuver rapids. In the evening we will check into our Manuel Antonio hotel before eating a delicious dinner.
Day 6: Manuel Antonio
This day will be spent on the beautiful beaches of Manuel Antonio on the Pacific Ocean. In morning we will spend some time learning the techniques of surfing on the beach before we head into the water for lessons. In the afternoon, we will get on board a catamaran sailing boat and spend the day snorkeling, swimming and perhaps seeing dolphins at play.
Day 7: Manuel Antonio -> Hermosa -> San Jose
We will take a guided tour of the Manuel Antonio National Park. The park has preserved the idyllic beaches and much of the wildlife. Afterwards we will make our way to participate in a Zip Line activity. The Zip Line has over 20 sections and gorgeous views of the Pacific Ocean can be seen as the group zip though the trees. We will then travel to San Jose.
Day 8: San Jose -> Home
Rise early and eat or last Costa Rican Breakfast. Head to the airport where we will fly home. If time permits, we will take a day tour of San Jose before departure.
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