W I L D C O S TA R I C A E S C A P E : G U A N A C A S T E ’ S C O R A L R E E F S A N D VO LC A N I C P E A K S
• Explore the pristine coastline of Costa Rica’s Guanacaste province. • Search for exotic wildlife and soak in hot springs in Rincón de la Vieja National Park. • Discover Isla Tortuga’s palm-shaded beaches before a barbecue dinner on the sand.
National Geographic Quest for the entire voyage Meals: 1B, 1L, 2D DAYS 3–4 I SANTA ROSA NATIONAL PARK/ GUANACASTE CONSERVATION AREA Explore the Guanacaste Conservation Area, a network of national parks that has been named a World Heritage site for its biodiversity. Kayak or paddle board along the coast of Santa Rosa National Park in search of toucans, ospreys, and parrots. Venture ashore in Rincón de la Vieja National Park, encompassing more than 34,000 acres and two active volcanoes. Soak in hot springs; go horseback riding, canyoneering, or ziplining; or explore nearby archaeological sites. Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 1–2 I SAN JOSÉ, COSTA RICA/ ZAPOTAL BEACH/BAHIA HUEVOS Arrive in San José and embark our ship. Chart a course for the UNESCO World Heritage– designated Guanacaste Conservation Area. Anchor off Zapotal Beach for a morning of snorkeling and water sports. After lunch on board, cruise north to the Papagayo Penisula to explore Bahia Huevos by Zodiac. If conditions permit, kayak or paddleboard amid nearby mangroves.
DAYS 5–6 I CURÚ NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE/ISLA TORTUGA/SAN JOSÉ Walk the trails of Curú National Wildlife Refuge and learn about the creatures that inhabit this hotspot of biodiversity. Later, cruise to Isla Tortuga to explore its white sand beaches before a sunset barbecue dinner. The next morning, disembark in San José and transfer to the airport to connect with your flight home. Meals: 2B, 1L, 1D
6 D AY S F R O M
$4,070
Expedition Cruise
Light or Moderate
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An Expedition Leader, a photo instructor, and a team of naturalists will accompany this trip.
Kirt Kempter Geologist Santa Fe-based volcanologist and field geologist Kirt Kempter has conducted research in Costa Rica, Mexico, and New Mexico. A Fulbright Fellow, he has taught courses on volcanism and provided field geologic training to NASA astronaut candidates. Find the departure(s) Kirt will join on our website.
INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.
Dates: This expedition is offered in February, March, November, and December. Visit our website for complete details and dates. Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only and is subject to change at any time without notice.
Visit website for complete details and dates. Above: Squirrel monkeys use their tails for balance—not for grasping branches—as they leap between trees.
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