Costa Rica is a small country situated in Central America surroundedby Nicaragua to the north, Panama to the south, the Caribbean to the east, and the Pacific to the west. Costa Rica is a beautiful and peaceful country that some have referred to as the "Switzerland of the Americas". 
Costa Rica resides completely within the tropics yet boasts over 12 distinct climates. Generally speaking, there are two seasons: The rainy season (May - November) and the dry season (December - April). Showers are frequent, and it only takes a minute or two before you are completely soaked! In the central valley, the average temperature is 72 F, while on the Caribbean side it is 82 F, and on the Pacific side 89 F. Of course different locations have their own micro climates, so plan accordingly when you travel in Costa Rica.
Costa Rica has many different type of forests ranging from tropical dry forests to rain forests. Everywhere in Costa Rica there are various kinds of forests which in turn offer different types of habitats to an incredibly diverse array of plant and animal species. Costa Rica is the perfect destination for those who wish to have the opportunity to experience nature at its finest!
Day 1Arrive to Costa Rica and be transferred to your hotel.
Day 2First day of Costa Rica English Convention. (Your tour guide will arrange for dinner reservations each day for your group after the convention, and after dinner transfer you to your hotel.)
Day 3Second day of Costa Rica English Convention. (Your tour guide will arrange for dinner reservations each day for your group after the convention, and after dinner transfer you to your hotel.)
Day 4Third day of Costa Rica English Convention. (Your tour guide will arrange for dinner reservations each day for your group after the convention, and after dinner transfer you to your hotel.)
Day 5Coffee tour and travel to Arenal volcano area. A tour for everyone to enjoy and learn about growing and processing coffee and of course all you can drink coffee at the end of the tour!
Day 6Cano negro boat tour in the jungle. This is a relaxing tour where you can sit back and take in the landscapes along the river, and see wild animals like howler monkeys, iguanas, caimans, sloths and many others in their natural habitat from the comfort of a boat. Don't worry about waves, this is a tranquil river.
Day 7After a fresh breakfast, we will be traveling to Manuel Antonio. This wooded mountain coastal town is famous for its national park, beautiful beaches and abundant wildlife. Spend the rest of the day relaxing on the beach or at your hotel, or exploring the town's shops and eateries.
Day 8Today we will take a guided tour of Manuel Antonio national park where we will see some of its "wild residents", such as capuchin monkeys, tree sloths, raccoons, lizards, iguanas, etc. For those who would like to explore more, there are trails in the park with breathtaking views of the ocean, or you can just find a shady spot near the shore to rest and swim.
Day 9Open Morning. You can choose what to do, like taking an optional tour< (horseback riding, kayaking, zip lining, dolphin sailing tour with snorkeling, ATV tour) or just relax on the beach. About 1pm, we will be returning to the San Jose area and that evening have a farewell dinner together.
Day 10Today is your return home, with lots of wonderful memories of the brothers and sisters and of the beauties of Jehovah's creations.
Includes:
- Transportation: For the 10 days
- Food: Breakfast and Dinners Tour leader (tour guide)
- Hotels: 5 nights Hampton Inn, 2 nights Magic Mountain, 2 nights The Falls (or similar hotels)
- Entrances and tours: Coffee tour, Boat tour, Manuel Antonio National Park
Prices do NOT include:
- Alcoholic drinks
- country departure tax [approx. $26.00 US]
- Airfare
Tour Notes: A deposit of $350 per person is required at the time you make your reservation to ensure your space on the tour. Refunds are possible only to those who purchase travel insurance, provided cancellation conditions are met. Payment in full is due 90 days before the trip departure date.
Report Broken Links
Note: Please refer to this section again soon. We will continuously add more links of interest to each of our tour itineraries.
