Zoom Vacations® COSTA RICA ITINERARY
Exploring Costa Rica's Gay nightlife, Tropical Jungles, and Pristine Beaches
Day One ~ Costa Rica, in the Valley/Rainforest
Arrive in Costa Rica.
VIP Service with meet and greet and arrival assistance through immigration at the International Airport by our representative. When you arrive in San Jose and get off the plane look for our representative holding a sign with your name on it and identify yourself. Private transfer in deluxe, air-conditioned vehicle with bilingual driver from the Airport to the Xandari Resort & Spa. The Xandari Resort & Spa is a tropical paradise of 22 individually designed villas nestled on a 40 acre plantation overlooking the Central Valley of Costa Rica, and only 20 minutes from the San Jose International Airport. At an elevation of 3900 feet (1200 meters), Xandari enjoys a near–perfect temperature of around 70 degrees Fahrenheit all year. Today you may want to book a jet lag rejuvenation spa treatment in the Xandari Spa.
Evening: Welcome Cocktail Reception
Enjoy mojitos, sangria, and organic freshly prepared tapas, Poolside at the Xandari Resort and Spa
Late Evening/Nighttime: Optional San Jose Dinner and Gay Nightlife Excursion
Tonight we drive into town to enjoy the local flavor (we mean dinner) and some gay bar hopping. The music will be fun and the atmosphere festive.
Accommodations: Xandari Resort and Spa (Boutique)
Meals Included: Welcome Cocktails and Tapas
Day Two ~ Costa Rica, in the Valley/Rainforest to Manuel Antonio (Beach)
Buffet Breakfast at leisure in Hotel!
Morning: 3.5 hour scenic drive to the coast
Private transfer in deluxe vehicle with air conditioning and bilingual driver from The Xandari Resort & Spa to Manuel Antonio, enjoying a casual lunch on the way. After a scenic 2.5 hour drive through lush countryside, we arrive at Gaia Resort and Spa, just outside of Quepos.
Afternoon: Canopy Zip line Safari
After a quick 45 minute drive, we arrive at our first platform. Taking a zip line safari is one of life's greatest thrills, and Costa Rica has arguably the best of them! Today's adventure boasts 14 cables and 24 platforms.
Late Afternoon: Check in to Gaia Resort and Spa
This afternoon you will have time to take a walk on the beach, relax by the pool, or even take a cat nap in your beautiful room. Gaia Resort and Spa, one of Costa Rica's best hotels, is situated on a hillside overlooking the Pacific Ocean, adjacent to the lush rain forest of Manuel Antonio National Park.
Evening: Your first Sunset on the coast
The area is known for its often vibrant, orange-pink sunsets, and this evening we will enjoy the views before setting out for dinner.
Accommodations: Gaia Resort and Spa, Five Stars
Meals Included: Buffet Breakfast and Lunch
Day Three ~ Manuel Antonio (Beach)
Buffet Breakfast at leisure in Hotel
Morning: Enjoy the Pristine Beaches of Costa Rica.
Costa Rica's slogan is "pura vida" which means, "pure life" in Spanish, and one can definitely see the purity and beauty in its beaches.
Afternoon: Optional Excursions.
Optional excursions abound in Manuel Antonio, and include additional whitewater rafting, four wheeling, horseback riding, canopy tours, jungle tours, a butterfly enclosure, and more! Of course, you may just wish to enjoy a day relaxing in Paradise with new friends.
Accommodations: Gaia Resort and Spa, Five Stars
Meals Included: Buffet Breakfast and Lunch
Day Four ~ Manuel Antonio (Beach)
Buffet Breakfast at leisure in Hotel
Morning: Full day whitewater rafting adventure!
Starting with a 4x4 ride into the “wilds” of Costa Rica’s tropical jungle with breathtaking scenery of more remote areas of the Savegre, your journey begins at “Silencio”. This is a little local village of thatched roof dwellings where you can enjoy a typical Tico breakfast after a “bumpy road” journey, yet before you paddle down the Savegre. Don’t forget to meander through the beautiful flora and fauna of the surrounding African Palm Plantations before you head off into the winding mountains to start the rafting leg of your journey.
The Savegre River provides Class II, III and some IV rapids that are manageable in sturdy rafts that accommodate 2 to 6 people comfortably. Our guides stop at locally known swimming spots and breathtaking waterfalls, if the rafters want a break from paddling, and there is always time to enjoy the abundant variety of wildlife along the river. On most trips, rafters will observe egrets, osprey, toucans, parrots, kingfishers, cormorants, and many other species local to this protected area of the tropical rain forest. After a steady 13 mile trip down the river, we wind our way back to the little village of “Silencio” where a gladly awaited hot lunch “Tico Style” and local refreshments are waiting. Once fed, happy and well-traveled, our now experienced Savegre River rafters spend a leisurely trip home driving back to Manuel Antonio, to savor the experiences of your day just past.
Tonight you are encouraged to explore Manuel Antonio’s many sensational restaurants and bars.
Accommodations: Gaia Resort and Spa, Five Stars
Meals Included: Buffet Breakfast and Lunch
Day Five ~ Manuel Antonio to Costa Rica, in the Valley/Rainforest
Buffet Breakfast at leisure in hotel
Morning: 3.5 hour scenic drive to San Jose
Private transfer in deluxe vehicle with air condition and bilingual driver to The Xandari Resort & Spa.
Afternoon: Light Jungle Hike. This evening, we take you on a short hike over more than 4km of trails through natural tropical jungle with river views and five waterfalls, one over 40ft. long
Evening: Farewell Cocktails
Tonight, we celebrate our last night together (and last sensational sunsets) with evening cocktails in one of Manuel Antonio's most beautiful settings.
Accommodations: Xandari Resort and Spa (Boutique)
Meals Included: Breakfast and Evening Cocktails
Day Six ~ San Jose to San Jose International
Buffet Breakfast at leisure in hotel
Morning, transfer to the airport for our flights home.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Evening Cocktails
Hotels
Xandari Resort and Spa, Costa Rica Valley (Boutique)
The best hotel in the Valley.
Gaia Resort and Spa, Five Stars
The best hotel in Manuel Antonio
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