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C O S TA R I C A • Join a private guide for a canopy walk in the lush forests surrounding the Arenal Volcano. • Trek into the jungle with a private guide to meet with a family of Cabécar Indians. • Explore the unsurpassed biodiversity of the Osa Peninsula with naturalist guides.

DAYS 4–5 I P ACUARE RIVER/ARENAL VOLCANO NATIONAL PARK Enjoy a white-water rafting excursion, or depart for the northern highlands after breakfast, allowing for an evening at leisure in Arenal Volcano National Park. The following day, traverse hanging bridges on a guided canopy walk, and go for a swim at La Fortuna Waterfall. In the evening, soak in your lodge’s private hot springs, naturally heated by the very volcano that rises up before you. Lost Iguana Resort & Spa | Meals: 2B, 1L

DAYS 1–3 I S AN JOSÉ, COSTA RICA/ PACUARE RIVER After an evening at leisure in San José, venture to your lodge, accessible only via the Pacuare River. Arrive by raft or by 4x4 vehicle and hanging gondola. Join a bird-watching walk, then go zip-lining or hike through the jungle to a typical Cabécar rancho (thatched house). Hotel Grano de Oro; Pacuare Lodge Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAYS 6–9 I OSA PENINSULA Fly to the Osa Peninsula and settle into your lodge, enjoying spectacular views of the shimmering waters where the Pacific Ocean meets the Golfo Dulce from your bungalow. Explore the region’s biodiversity on a variety of naturalist-led excursions. Discover marine life in a neighboring tropical fjord; seek out white-faced capuchin monkeys, poison dart frogs, sloths, and birds on day and nighttime hikes through lush rainforest; and learn about the lodge’s innovative sustainability efforts. Go on a waterfall hike and swim in the fall's crystal-clear natural pool before enjoying lunch in the forest canopy. Lapa Rios Lodge | Meals: 4B, 2L, 3D

Above: Clouds hover over the conical peak of Arenal Volcano.

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YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM Knowledgeable local guides will accompany you on your trip, and you will meet other local experts as described in the itinerary. INFORMATION When to go: This private expedition is offered year-round. You may request any dates that are convenient for you. COST

2 PEOPLE

4+ PEOPLE

Apr. 1–30, 2021

$5,695

$5,395

May 1–June 30, 2021

$4,995

$4,695

July 1–Aug. 15, 2021

$5,295

$4,995

Aug. 16–Oct. 31, 2021

$4,995

$4,695

Nov. 1–Dec. 19, 2021

$5,695

$5,395

Jan. 1–Apr. 30, 2022

$6,195

$5,895

May 1–June 30, 2022

$5,495

$5,195

July 1–Aug. 15, 2022

$5,795

$5,495

Aug. 16–Oct. 31, 2022

$5,495

$5,195

Nov. 1–Dec. 19, 2022

$6,295

$5,995

Prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability, and valid through December 19, 2022. Single-traveler prices are available upon request. A surcharge may apply to certain travel dates based on holidays and local events. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal flights are an additional $360 per person (subject to change). Call or visit our website for full itineraries, inclusions, and more.


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