Starting PointHotel Vesuvio
Av. 11 between 13 St. and 15 St. De la antigua rampa de emergenc
Barrio Otoya
San Jose
Costa Rica
Phone: (506) 221-7586
Fax: (506) 248-9442
Joining Point Instructions
San Jose airport is about 20 minutes from down town. While taking a “Tuasa” bus may cost you around $1 USD, traveling with a backpack on these crowded buses is not our concept of fun! A taxi is will set you back about $12 to $15 USD. You will find the official taxi company’s booth (Taxis Unidos Aeropuerto) outside the international arrival exit, where you will need to buy a prepaid voucher to your hotel and hand it over to your cab driver.
Our Joining Point Hotel
Hotel Vesuvio
The three star Vesuvio Hotel is located in the historical downtown, walking distance from the most important attractions of the city. Guests can take advantage of the hotel?s prime location to visit the nearby National Theater, the Cultural Plaza, the National Library, museums, shops, restaurants, banks, nightlife and beautiful volcanoes and exotic parks. Hotel Vesuvio features 20 fully carpeted rooms that come with comfortable beds, private bath with hot water, cable TV with remote control, phone, safety deposit box, hair dryer and ceiling fan.
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Finishing PointHotel Vesuvio
Av. 11 between 13 St. and 15 St. De la antigua rampa de emergenc
Barrio Otoya
San Jose
Costa Rica
Phone: (506) 221-7586
Fax: (506) 248-9442
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Physical Rating - EasyYou are required to carry your pack on and off trains and buses, up hotel steps, etc. Your itinerary may include easy paced walks or bike rides, but these are on mainly flat ground.
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AccommodationSimple hotels (12 nts), lodge (2 nts)
Accommodation on this trip is on a twin/multi share basis. Please note there may be times when you share a room with passengers travelling on different Intrepid trips than your own.
Throughout the trip we request that our hotels prepare rooms in time for our arrival, especially if we are arriving prior to normal check in time. However this is not always possible which means we will not be able to check-in immediately on arrival at some hotels. Instead, we can store our luggage and explore our new destination.
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MealsNo meals included
Please allow USD $375 for meals not included.
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Single SupplementA single supplement fee is not available on this trip.
Single travellers will be paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip.
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Includedhis is a list of included activities on this trip. All other activities are optional and at your own expense. For a list of optional activities and sightseeing available on this trip, see the optional activities section below. If you choose not to participate in the included activities on this itinerary, the cost will not be refunded.
Orientation walk - San Jose
Walking tour - Tortuguero National Park
Walking tour - Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
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Not IncludedInternational Flights
Optional Activities
We list the following optional activities for your information. This is not an exhaustive list and should be used as a guide only.
They are not necessarily endorsed or recommended by your tour operator/agent nor included in price of this trip. If you do any of them, you do so at your own risk and it must be clearly understood that your participation is your own decision and does not form part of your contract with tour operator/agent.
Irazu Volcano, San José - US$43
Rafting (Pacuare), San José - US$95
Butterfly Farm, San José - US$27
Canopy Tours, Tortuguero - US$35
National Park canoe trip, Tortuguero - US$20
Turtle watching Night tour, Tortuguero - US$20
La Selva Biological Station hike (4 hours), Sarapiqui - US$26
Mountain bike hire, Sarapiqui - US$45
Horse riding, Sarapiqui - US$35
Sarapiqui Insect Museum, Sarapiqui - US$10
Waterfalls, La Fortuna -US$45
Volcano View, La Fortuna -US$25
Baldi Hot Springs, La Fortuna -US$28
Rafting, La Fortuna -US$85
Kayaking, La Fortuna -US$40
River float, La Fortuna -US$40
Horseback riding, Monteverde - US$30
Serpentarium, Monteverde - US$8
Butterfly Garden, Monteverde - US$10
Manuel National Park entry fee, Quepos - US$20
Locally guided tour (2 hour), Quepos - US$45
Mangrove tour by kayak with lunch, Quepos - US$65
Rafting (Savegre), Quepos - US$80
Surf/boogie board rental, Quepos - from US$20
Dolphin watch/sunset sail, Quepos- US$70
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What to TakeWe recommend the use of a duffel bag or backpack (whichever you find easiest to carry). A good size daypack is also essential.
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Health & SafetyFor vaccinations please visit the
MDtravelhealth website.
Sun:
It is very important that you wear sun block, even on a cloudy day when it feels cool as we are near the equator and the sun is very strong. A sunburn can turn a pleasant trip into a painful trip.
Hydration
Even when days are cool please be sure to drink a minimum of two litres of water and refrain from drinking to many diuretics, as while when travelling outdoors the breeze can dehydrate you quickly as well as the heat.
Diarrhoea:
It is normal for people travelling overseas to get an upset stomach due to a change of climate and food. Please make sure that you wash your hands and stay away from street food.You will be required to complete a participation form on day 1 of the trip.
Participation Form
You may be required to complete a participation form on day 1 of the trip.
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Important InfoPlease note Hurricane season is June to November when landslides,
mudslides, flooding and disruptions to essential services may occur. Intrepid will monitor any situations that arise, and may need to change itineraries or activities in response to these natural weather occurrences.
Costa Rica is a country which, in parts, is more developed compared to other Latin America countries. A high standard of living means that prices of food and activities can be as high as what you would expect to pay in the US, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, etc.
Most of cultural life resides in San Jose. From museums, theaters, music concerts, impressive architecture, it's all happening in San Jose! Once you leave the capital city Costa Rica's main attraction swifts to its incredible biodiversity and wildlife abundance.
Costa Rica has done a great job at looking after their natural wonders yet maximizing its potential as tourist attraction. In Costa Rica you should expect to pay for nearly every optional activity available; allowing everyone to individually have the choice of deciding on which activities they particularly want to participate in - from white water rafting to hiking. This also means high standards of service, well maintained gear, clear paths and signalling and well trained local guides that allow you to make the most of every activity.
Disclaimer | The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and tour operator/agent. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. This tour is run by Intrepid Travel.
Visas | Please note that visas are the responsibility of the individual traveller. The visa requirements for your trip vary depending on where you are from and where you are going.
Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. When travelling on a group trip, you will not be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance has been sighted by your leader.
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