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Costa Rica and Panama offer a beautiful and diverse ecosystem that is teeming with exotic wildlife as well as volcanoes, rainforests, lakes, lagoons and beaches.
Day 1: Fly to Panama City
Fly from London (regional connections available) to Panama City via the US. Transfer to the Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel for 3 nights.
(No meals)
Day 2: Panama City
In the morning, take a tour of the city, including the ruins of old Panama and the historical colonial district. Later on, enjoy a welcome dinner at a traditional restaurant.
(Breakfast and Dinner)
Day 3: Panama Canal
Take a shared partial transit and cruise through the locks on the Panama Canal.
(Breakfast and Lunch)
Day 4: Fly to San José
Take a morning flight to San José where you’ll visit to a coffee plantation on the slopes of the active Poas volcano and, subject to volcanic activity, see its crater lake. Spend the night at the Crowne Plaza Corobici Hotel.
(Breakfast and lunch)
Day 5: Tortuguero
Travel by shared overland transfer to Caño Blanco on the Caribbean coast. Take a boat ride along the backwaters that lead to Tortuguero, looking for wildlife en route. Stay at Pachira Lodge for 2 nights.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
Day 6: Tortuguero
Full day of shared excursions exploring the tropical forest and waterways.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
Day 7: Tirimbina Reserve • Arenal
Return to Caño Blanco by boat and drive to Arenal. En route, visit Tirimbina to learn about the scientific and conservation work of the researchers and take a short walk in the protected rainforest surroundings.
(Breakfast and Lunch)
Day 8: Arenal
Morning tour of the circuit of trails and suspension bridges, which allow an up-close view of the rainforest floor and treetop canopy. Optional evening visit to the hot springs.
(Breakfast)
Day 9: Monteverde
Drive along the shores of Lake Arenal, taking in the spectacular views of the lake and its surroundings. Continue through the green mountains to Monteverde and stay 2 nights at the Monteverde Country Lodge.
(Breakfast)
Day 10: Monteverde
Morning tour of the Monteverde cloud forest, a habitat for rare flora and fauna such as the colourful quetzal bird. Afternoon at leisure or take one of the optional excursions on offer, including a visit to the Santa Elena Reserve.
(Breakfast)
Day 11: Carara • Tarcoles
Drive to the Pacific Coast and visit Carara National Park, home to crocodiles. monkeys and scarlet macaws. After, continue onto Tarcoles.
(Breakfast)
Day 12: Manuel Antonio
Morning visit to Manuel Antonio, where you’ll have a walking tour of the national park, giving you the chance to see a surprising concentration of wildlife. In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
(Breakfast and Dinner)
Days 13-14: Fly to London
Transfer to San José and fly to London with British Airways
(Breakfast)
Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel
The Best Western Plus Panama Zen is conveniently located in the heart of Panama City’s financial district, within easy walking distance of a range of shops and restaurants. Comfortable rooms feature contemporary decor and modern amenities, while the rooftop terrace is the perfect spot to unwind by the pool with views of the city skyline.
Crowne Plaza Corobici Hotel, San Jose (Costa Rica)
The 4-star Crowne Plaza Corobici Hotel is located 25 minutes from the international airport, next to San Jose’s largest metropolitan park and close to downtown.
Pachira Lodge, Tortuguero
Pachira Lodge is located five minutes from Tortuguero National Park and is one of the best lodges in the area. Accommodation is simple yet comfortable and facilities include a restaurant and a freeform pool with a spacious sundeck. From the lodge, it is just a short boat ride to Tortuguero.
Solo Travellers Group Tour
These small group tours have been specially created for single travellers. Benefits include single occupancy of double / twin rooms as standard and at sensible prices, plus the company of like-minded travellers.
Locally Escorted Tour
This tour is led in each country by a local tour guide.
Standard Tour
All the lodges are comfortable, but do not always have a large range of facilities. This tour also includes some long drives on unpaved roads.
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