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Swiss Travel is proud to have received the Certification for Sustainable Tourism (CST) from the Costa Rican Tourism Board (ICT). This reaffirms our commitment with the natural resources of Costa Rica, its local communities, and our valued employees. By working around these three pillars, we are positive that the future will be as bright as ever. Over the past 40 years, our company has become a leading expert on inbound tourism and service operations. We carefully select each supplier for the programs that we prepare; this helps us guarantee the highest quality and safety standards in the industry. Our employees, professional tour guides, and a modern fleet of buses will help you enjoy the country, its history, culture, and natural wealth. The continuous trainings and evaluation sessions that the ICT performs for the benefit of our tour guides assure you an excellent service. Friendly and knowledgeable staff and vehicles that are clean and always prompt; as well as the proper management of all behind-the-scenes logistics and coordination, are our seal of guarantee. This is all backed by our thousands of satisfied customers and their constant appreciation letters. That is why Swiss Travel is happy to be the best Destination Management Company (DMC) in the region; the continuous improvements and investments into our tours, facilities, personnel and all areas related to our services, allow us to be the best option for you, our most important customer.
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Adventure
Pure Adrenaline (Canyon zip line, Rappelling, and Tubing) This tour is designed for people who love to challenge themselves in the middle of exciting natural settings. Starts with a short horseback ride through the dry forest to the RĂo Negro to enjoy a whitewater tubing adventure on the class I & II rapids of a pristine clear water river. Fly over a river canyon on the zip lines, and rappel Cliffside just to start stirring your senses. This activity it is not finish until you try the Tarzan swinging (swinging from side to side) an experience you can not miss!! Of course a delicious Costa Rican buffet lunch is served before to leave the spot. Duration: Full Day Tour includes: Round trip A/C transportation, bilingual guide, canyon zip line, rappelling, tubing, horseback riding and lunch.
Mega Combo Come and join us to visit the Rinc贸n de la Vieja Volcano area. Be ready to enjoy a variety of different adventures activities!! Slide from tree to tree on a ten-cable Canopy Tour, with 12 stations and a hanging bridge. A walk into a nice forest takes you to the top of the 400-meter (1,300 ft) water slide the longest in our country, refresh yourself and raise your adrenaline to the highest!! After a healthy lunch, where most of the products are grown in the farm in an organic way, a visit to the hot springs is a must! Experience a 45-minute horseback ride to the spa or just relax in the tractor tram, where the volcanic mud does its job rejuvenating your skin and making you feel revitalized. Duration: Full Day Tour includes: Round trip A/C transportation, bilingual tour guide, canopy tour, water slide, lunch, hot springs either by horseback riding or tractor tram and lunch.
Costa Rica’s Best On this tour, let’s drive thru the Guanacaste lowlands and enjoy beautiful volcanoes views, pass by rural small towns and learn a little bit about them. A short horseback ride across the golden lands will take you to the first platform, just to begin to fly over the treetops across the Tizate River and enjoy it from high to above. It is time to choose any of the a la carte menu and then relax in the natural hot springs, the whirlpool tub and wet bar. Duration: Full Day Tour includes: Round trip A/C transportation, bilingual tour guide, canopy tour, horseback riding, hot springs and lunch.
Aerial Canyoning & Hot Springs at Río Perdido Come and enjoy driving through a meandering country road, surrounded by a volcanic mountain range and a dwarf-forest. The Aerial Canyoning is an innovated activity, full of adrenaline! The inspiring Blanco River canyon is the main stage for the much-liked aerial slides, human pendulums known as “Tarzan swings” and world-class via ferratas. It consists of 15 platforms, 6 rock-based and 9 suspended on the canyon walls. Hike on one of the main trails where you will have the opportunity to swim in different parts on the crystal-clear river. After a visit to the springs, enjoy of an authentic Guanacaste culinary experience. Duration: Full Day Tour includes: Round trip A/C transportation, bilingual tour guide, aerial canyoning tour, hot springs, lunch, and hiking to the river.
Canopy Tour - Half Day A total adrenaline rush! Suspended cables that go from one platform to another and that will let you zip from tree to tree over the forest. Duration: Half Day Tour includes: Round trip A/C transportation, local bilingual tour guide and canopy equipment.
White Water Rafting Level III & IV Embark on a journey that will get your adrenaline pumping and that will bring forth your love for adventure! A three-hour river ride will allow you to spot the wildlife and dense vegetation of the region. Paddle down the river with old and new friends, work as a team to maneuver in the strong currents, and enjoy the amazing views. Recover your energy with a tasty lunch. Duration: Full Day Tour includes: Round trip A/C transportation, bilingual tour guide, river rafting activity and lunch.
Sky Tours 路 Arenal Volcano & Hot Springs The tour starts in the reception and reaches a wide observation deck at the highest point of the Arenal Reserve, from where you can observe the rain forest, its volcano and its lake. The journey in Sky Tram takes around 20 minutes enjoying its beauty in a safe and comfortable gondola! Then begins a tour of adventure full of adrenaline above the treetops, which consists on a system of zip lines, in an very innovative and different system providing a panoramic and unforgettable experience. Finish your day visiting the magical hot springs of healing waters surrounded by impressive, well-manicured tropical gardens that crisscross the entire property. Duration: Full Day Tour includes: Round trip A/C transportation, bilingual tour guide, hiking, boat ride, entrance to hot springs, lunch and dinner.
ATV Adventure Tour If you want to experience a great adventure but don’t have much time, the ATV is an excellent option! ATV stands for ‘all-terrain vehicle’, so this off-road tour will take you to explore totally different environments as: nature, beaches and small rural towns. First, the tour begins inside a private reserve of the Resort, where you will have the chance to see the biodiversity of the Guanacaste’s Tropical Dry Forest. Then, you will reach the beach and explore the nearby area which is full of rural routes and little towns; also, there is a short but ‘must-stop-spot’, where you will see a breathtaking ocean view of the bay. Besides, If Mother Nature allows; you will enjoy of wildlife such as monkeys, birds, iguanas and much more. Duration: 1 - 2 hours or half Day Tour includes: Bilingual guide, bottled water and equipment
Horseback Riding Tour This is a great tour to take for a close-by adventure from your resort. If you like flora, fauna and fun, horseback riding is waiting for you. As you ride through the enchanting forest, the complexity of it will delight your senses. Please do not forget your camera! Duration: 1 - 2 hours or half Day Includes: Local guide, bottled water.
Jet Ski Tour Adventurers who love the water will enjoy the guided ride on a jet ski!! This tour takes you to some of the most beautiful beaches of the gulf. You will be able to relax on these beaches and even take a swim. On some occasions you will be accompanied by dolphins who love to play in front of the jetski and you might even spot turtles while going from one beach to another. Duration: 1 - 2 hours or half Day Includes: Bilingual guide, equipment and Jet Ski ride.
Fishing trips We have some of the best sport fishing spots around the world, and the pacific area of Costa Rica is not the exception, there you can find incredible fishing for Wahoo, Mahi-Mahi, Rooster Fish, Marlin, Dorado, Yellow Fin, Snapper, and more. As you, we love fishing and we know the area like nobody else and have a fleet of boats waiting for people who wants to have the most complete fishing experience. Our professional crew will make an enjoyable half or full day fishing. Duration: Half & Full Day Tours. Includes: Round trip A/C transportation, equipment, bilingual crew, beers, water and snacks. Full day fishing includes lunch.
Surf Lessons Costa Rica is one of the best places to practice surf in the world. Your vacation would not be complete until you get on a surfboard and show your natural skills. Our professional instructors have years of experience working with kids, adults and advanced age, and are well trained to help beginners, intermediate and advanced students. All you need is the ability to swim and a good sense of humor. Our trained and fun instructors will help you to stand up on your surfboard and ride your first wave with us. Duration: Half Day Includes: Round trip A/C transportation, equipment and bilingual instructor.
Scuba Diving Scuba Diving in Guanacaste is highly recommended. Our expert team invites you to live a great underwater experience. Just a few minutes from your hotel we have different and exciting places to dive. For example, the Catalina Islands are considered among the most attractive dive sites in Costa Rica; there you will have the possibility to find large schools of colorful fish, stingrays, sharks and much more. It is also very impressive to see how the geological formation offers a spectacular variety of marine life. Also, it is important to know that there are several dive spots to be explored. Duration: Half Day Includes: Round trip A/C transportation, bilingual staff, equipment (tanks, weights, belt, suit)
Sunset & Snorkel Cruise There is something magical about sunsets, so just imagine yourself sailing at the Pacific Ocean admiring the breathtaking colors of the day while enjoying great music, alcoholic beverages & snacks, looking for dolphins, rays, and turtles. Later, if the captain allows, he might let you take the helm, so don’t miss the chance to live this wonderful experience. If you love snorkeling, this area is the place to practice it. Duration: Half Day Includes: Round trip A/C transportation, bilingual guide, local beers, sodas, cocktails and snacks. Snorkeling equipment.
Nature
Palo Verde National Park & Liberia Sightseeing Travel through this river on a motor boat and find around 12 different types of habitats, including four different species of mangrove trees, aquatic plants and 150 species of trees, like the one from which the Park’s name is taken: Palo Verde, a shrub with leafy branches and a pale green trunk. Visit Liberia, known as the White City and enjoy the opportunity to appreciate the daily life of the people from this picturesque place, its history, its handcrafts and the nearby stores. Before to get to the hotel, a quick stop on the way, to enjoy the marimba live music, pottery artisans demonstration to finally learn a little bit about coffee toasting and good time to take samples home. Duration: Full Day Tour includes: Round trip A/C transportation, bilingual tour guide, boat ride and lunch. * Note: We also have different combination or just half day Tour.
Hanging Bridges in the Rainforest Visit a site that encloses wonderful facilities which allow for a stunning hike through a Central American rainforest. Be right in the middle of a unique place, where you could watch some of the 390 different species of birds and 7,000 species of insects, plants and fungi that biologists registered in this beautiful location. This entire combination creates an outstanding environment for people who want to truly live a rainforest experience! Duration: Full Day Tour includes: Round trip A/C transportation, bilingual tour guide, entrance fee and lunch.
Wonders of Costa Rica Come and see some of the reasons why Costa Rica is known as a biologic gem of the world and also as one of the best coffee producers in the globe. Take an interesting trip through the facilities of the MatambĂş Coffee Plantation and learn about the process that prepares coffee to be ready for brewing and serving, from planting to treatment to recycling waste. Then, learn about the indigenous and rural cultural values of the region. A two-hour boat ride along the Tempisque River will visit the Palo Verde National Park, a wildlife sanctuary. This definitely is the perfect tour for nature and coffee lovers!!! Duration: Full Day Tour includes: Round trip A/C transportation, bilingual tour guide, entrance fee to the coffee tour, boat tour of Palo Verde and lunch.
Treasures of Monteverde Have you ever thought of walking in a bridge hanging from giant treetops and feeling like walking in a grandiose green Cathedral? It is only possible if you visit the Monteverde cloudforest!!! Just imagine yourself in a beautiful garden and hundreds of beautiful hummingbirds and a community of butterflies, flying cheerfully around you. Enjoy the wonders of Costa Rica Coffee plantations developed on this area and the exuberant biodiversity to the cloud forest. This is a unique experience, you cannot miss! Duration: Full Day Tour includes: Round trip A/C transportation, light breakfast, bilingual guide, entrance fees to butterfly / hummingbird gardens and lunch.
Arenal Volcano 路 Rainforest Walk & Hot springs Arenal Volcano is a majestic symbol of nature that must be seen! Cross the immense Arenal Lake in our covered and safe motor-boat and then walk through the rainforest that covers the area near the volcano. Visit the magical hot springs of healing waters surrounded by impressive, well-manicured tropical gardens that crisscross the entire property. This is an ideal tour for people who want to relax and replenish their energies in one of the most stunning places in the country. Duration: Full Day Tour includes: Round trip A/C transportation, bilingual tour guide, hiking, boat ride, entrance to hot springs, lunch and dinner.
Rinc贸n de la Vieja National Park Hiking Rinc贸n de la Vieja is one of the most active volcanoes in Costa Rica. It is a rigorous but spectacular, and breathtaking hike around the area of Las Pailas, geothermal wonders! Over 300 species of birds have been recorded to live within the park. Along the hike, some 32 rivers rise out of this protected area, including the Colorado River and the R铆o Blanco, which carve through a white volcanic ash call ignimbrite. Duration: Full Day Tour includes: Round trip A/C transportation, bilingual tour guide, hiking, entrance fee to the National Park and lunch. * This park is closed on Mondays.
Culture
Costa Rica’s Roots This is how it all started‌ Travel back in time to see how Costa Rican towns shaped up and how the cultural aspects of these towns and our rural areas influenced the Costa Rican way of life. Visit a beautiful ranch in the middle of the rainforest. Once there, experience different activities, from an interactive cooking class, visit a medicinal plant garden, and an organic vegetable and fruit plantation. Visit the 50-student elementary school while lessons period, catholic church, and the clinic. Some dollars of this tour, contributes to help children of the community. For a final sampling of rural Costa Rican life, a proud, yet uncomplicated family will open the doors to their home just for you to enjoy an afternoon of snacks, their famous homemade bread, and a cup of freshly-brewed Costa Rican coffee. Duration: Full Day Tour includes: Round trip A/C transportation, bilingual tour guide, tractor transportation and lunch.
Nicaragua 路 Volcanoes & Colonial Cities Go across the border, from Costa Rica into Nicaragua, and see the proof left by the Spanish Conquistadors of their dominion, as Granada maintains its original colonial houses and public buildings. Enjoy a boat ride along the Islands formed from the eruption of the Volcano. After lunch in a colonial house, you will enjoy an exquisite dish of Nicaraguan traditional food. The tour continues to the magnificent Masaya Volcano one of the most active in the region. This is a great chance to learn about wildlife and vegetation. Finish this incredible day by visiting the viewpoint of Catarina to see a dormant volcano. Duration: 15 hours approximately. Tour includes: Round trip A/C transportation, bilingual guide, cold breakfast, immigration taxes, entrance fees to the Masaya Volcano, boat ride and lunch. *Passport is mandatory with 6 months of validity; please review visa conditions on this tour.
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