After your arrival at Juan Santamaria International Airport, our staff members will be waiting for you to take you to the hotel in San Jose.

Total distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport to San Jose: 17 km / 10.5 miles. Approximate driving time: 40 minutes.

Total distance from San José to Ensenada Lodge: 165 km/ 103miles. Approximate driving time: 3:30 hours.

You will stay at the Refugio Ensenada Lodge, in a Standard Romm Double Occupancie

The tour leaves from the Lodge or from the Tempisque. The boat they use with capacity of people are very comfortable. The tour is through the Bebedero River where you can observe many varieties of birds such us: Crested Caracara, Common Black Hawk, Peregrin Falcon, Osprey, Laughing Falcon, Mangrove Swallow, and many others. You will also see monkeys, crocodiles, iguanas, and racoons. During the tour that takes three hours, we will serve a drink.

Total distance from Ensenala Lodge to Tenorio Lodge: 96,6 km/ 60.02 miles. Approximate driving time: 2:00 hours.

Private Celeste River & Tenorio Volcano Hike

You will begin at Tenorio Volcano National Park, were you’ll start a 5-mile hike (approximately 4 hours) through the tropical rain forest. You’ll arrive to “Los Teñideros” of Rio Celeste, the site where two streams of crystalline waters come together and form the heavenly light blue color that gives the river its name. We’ll continue our hike through the jungle to seek out the volcano’s vents, which expel gases of extreme high temperatures. On our decent you will get to see the spectacular Rio Celeste waterfall whose color makes it one of a kind!

Total distance from Tenorio Lodge to Sarapiqui: 129 km/ 80.16 miles. Approximate driving time: 2:30 hours.

You will stay in La Quinta Sarapiqui Country Inn- Suoerior Room Double occupancie

La Selva Biological Station is one of the finest places for bird watching in Costa Rica. Our excellent trail system and our expert naturalist guides will lead birdwatchers through a variety of habitats, from dense primary rain forest to open pasturelands. Walks are offered at 5:45am each walk is approximately 2 hours

Total distance from Sarapiqui to Turrialba: 140 km / 87 miles. Approximate driving time: 3:00 hours.

From stunning cloud forest on the flanks of the active Turrialba Volcano to the world-famous Class IV Pacuare River, this pretty town holds some magnificent attractions for nature and adventure travelers. Set between the Central Valley and the Caribbean coast, and punctuated by the volcano itself, Turrialba is a fertile valley and agricultural hub. Farm trucks filled with sugar cane, heart of palm and local delicacy pejibaye (a palm tree fruit) are often seen moving up and down country roads, and small rustic roadside restaurants serving artisan cheeses are still commonplace, adding a picturesque element to the already attractive landscape.

Step into the natural theater of Rancho Naturalista, where every branch becomes a stage for the birds to showcase their vibrant plumage and melodic performances. Here, an unparalleled variety of bird species, including rare and endemic ones, take center stage – resplendent quetzals, vibrant toucans, playful hummingbirds, and elusive trogons, to name just a few. This enchanting eco-lodge is renowned as a premier birdwatching destination, where every moment unveils a breathtaking encounter with the feathered wonders of the avian world. Several sites located a bit farther from Rancho Naturalista offer a compelling experience, deserving a full day's visit. These trips typically commence early in the morning, around 05:00, accompanied by a packed breakfast and boxed lunch. The itineraries can be customized based on your desired birdwatching targets, maximizing the chances of encountering your most sought-after species. To ensure the best possible itinerary, it is advisable to have a prior discussion with the guide about your preferences.

Total distance from Turrialba to San Gerardo de Dota: 110 km/ 68.3 miles. Approximate driving time: 3:00 hours.

Beautiful mountains, in the heart of the country give way to the Savegre River, considered one of the cleanest in the country. Exotic flora and fauna, protected areas and national parks are some of the elements that describe this gorgeous zone, a favorite spot for bird watchers and those interested in getting a peek into rural country living. The highlands and valleys are excellent lands to produce fruits. Boutique hotels and lodges, charming little shops and restaurants offer a true Costa Rican experience.

Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve and Spa - Junior Suite Room - 2-Nights

Bird watching is one of the fastest growing pastimes with more and more enthusiasts around the world. At Hotel Savegre, you arrive at a place that can offer superlative birding, so much so that San Gerardo de Dota is the only destination in Costa Rica mentioned in the book: Fifty Places to Go Birding Before You Die: Experts Share the World’s Greatest Destinations. Morning birdsong heralds the start of an unforgettable experience in the cloud forest. During breakfast the hummingbirds give you an indication of what your excursion will be like. After meeting your guide at the hotel reception, you set out on your walk. Our bird list has more than 170 species and some are endemic to the zone. Along our trails, you will be able to find the most elusive and hard-to-spot species, real trophies for birders who want to increase their life list. The tour consists of short walks around the hotel or in our private reserve. Mornings, just after dawn, are the best time for seeing most species.

At Savegre, you have the best chance of finding and observing this spectacular bird. The Aztecs believed the Resplendent Quetzal was the representation of Quetzalcoatl, their supreme god. One of our guides will take you to the places where the quetzal feeds on aguacatillos, their favorite fruit. It only needs a few seconds of watching the quetzal to appreciate why it is considered to be the most beautiful species in the American continent.

Total distance from San Gerardo de Dota to Jaco: 200 km/ 124.27 miles. Approximate driving time: 3:30 hours.

The beautiful and accessible Central Pacific of Costa Rica is a gateway to warm beaches and refreshing blue waters. This particular area is popular for locals due to its closeness to the city. The highway takes travelers through pretty mountains and canyons and continues near the coast offering beautiful views. Whether relaxing on the beach or zip lining while admiring the combination of forest and ocean, or golfing by the marina and taking a stroll in nearby Jaco to enjoy a variety of fun restaurants, people passing by or   staying for music and dance to enjoy the night life of this town, the visit would be truly enjoyable!

This incredible protected area measures about 4,700 Hectares and is home to approximately 48% of Costa Rica’s aviary species Carara National Park tour – Jaco This Jaco tour will show you the importance of the region, as it is situated in a transitional region between the tropical dry forest and the humid pacific rainforest. This Jaco tour showcases colorful species of flora and fauna from a varied ecosystem. You will be able to spot the Scarlet Macaw, Collared Aracari and various monkey specimens. The tour operator will provide transportation that will pick you up from your lodging establishment and drive 20 minutes to Carara National Park. At the end of the tour your operator will arrange transportation to take you back to your hotel.

Private Transfer Jacó - San José

Total, distance from Jaco to San Jose: 98.6 km / 61.26 miles. Approximate driving time: 1 hour 45 min

Private Transfer from the Hotel to San Jose Intl. Airport

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• Private Transfer San Jose Intl. Airport - Hotel

• 1 Night at Park Inn Hotel San Jose - Standard Room, Breakfast Included

• Private Transfer San José - Ensenada Lodge 2 Nights at Refugio Ensenada Lodge - Standard Room, Breakfast Included

• Shared Palo Verde National Park Boat Tour

• Private Transfer Ensenala Lodge - Tenorio Lodge 1 Night at Celeste Mountain Lodge - Standard Room, Meals Included

• Private Celeste River & Tenorio Volcano Hike w/ lunch

• Private Transfer Tenorio Lodge - Sarapiqui

• 2 Nights at La Quinta de Sarapiqui Country Inn - Superior Room, Breakfast Included

• Private Transfer La Quinta Sarapiqui - OET La Selva

• Shared Early Birding Tour

• Private Transfer Sarapiquí - Turrialba 2 Nights at Rancho Naturalista - Standard Room, Full American Plan

• Guide Service / Full Day birdwatching tour

• Private Transfer Turrialba - San Gerardo de Dota

• 2 Nights at Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve and Spa - Junior Suite Room, Breakfast Included

• Shared Regular Birdwatching Tour (Full Day)

• Paramo Exploration at Los Quetzales National Park Tour

• Private Transfer Dota - Jacó 1 Night at Macaw Lodge - Bungalow Standard with Full American Plan

• Shared Regular Carara National Park Tour

• Private Transfer Jacó - San José

• 1 Night at Park Inn Hotel San Jose - Standard Room, Breakfast Included

• Private Transfer Hotel - San Jose Intl. Airport

• International Flights.

• Alcoholic beverages unless specified.

• Meals not detailed in the program.

• Personal expenses of any kind.

• Transportation not specified.

• Gratuities, for porters, maids, local tour guides, boatmen, guide and driver.

• Services not specified in the program.

• 50% in advance at the time of booking

• 50% the balance of the payment 30 days prior to the trip.

• Prices are based on a private departure with a minimum of 2 people attending the same program. If number of people or logistics are modified the price will be re-quoted.

• All services and prices subject to availability at the moment of booking and confirmation.

• The services quoted include all the taxes (in lodging the 13% and for meals the 10% for the service plus the 13% sales).

• The check in time for international flights is 3 - hours prior to the flight departure.

• The maximum luggage weight permitted on local flights is 25 - 40 pounds per person depending on aircraft.

• Set your watch to your new time zone a few days before you leave home. Some experts say that thinking ahead can make a huge difference. Also, adjusting your sleep schedule by a couple of hours in the week before you leave can help ease the transition.

• If you are setting off on a big trek, give yourself at least a full day to relax and reset the mind and the body. Practice some activities that are interesting and engaging but not too physically demanding.

• We all love free wine and coffee on international flights, but while these substances may feel like they are helping regulate your internal clock, they are really dehydrating you.

• Getting natural sunlight as you safely can and avoiding bright lights and screens at nighttime will help your internal clock start to get a read on your new time zone.

Day-1- Private Transfer San Jose Airport (SJO) - Hotel 1 Night at Park Inn Hotel San Jose

Day-2--- (Meals B) Private Transfer San José - Ensenada Lodge 2 Nights at Refugio Ensenada Lodge

Day-3--- (Meals B) Shared Palo Verde National Park Boat Tour

Day-4--- (Meals BL)

Private Transfer Ensenada Lodge - Tenorio Lodge 1 Night at Celeste Mountain Lodge Private Celeste River & Tenorio Volcano Hike

Day-5--- (Meals B)

Private Transfer Tenorio Lodge - Sarapiqui

2 Nights at La Quinta de Sarapiqui Country Inn

Day-6--- (Meals B)

Shared Early Birding Tour

Day-7--- (Meals B)

Private Transfer Sarapiquí - Turrialba

2 Nights at Rancho Naturalista

Day-8--- (Meals B)

Full Day birdwatching Tour

Day-9--- (Meals B)

Private Transfer Turrialba - San Gerardo de Dota

2 Nights at Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve and Spa

Shared Regular Birdwatching Tour

Day-10--- (Meals B)

Shared Paramo Exploration at Los Quetzales National Park Tour

Day-11--- (Meals BLD)

Private Transfer Dota - Jacó

1 Night at Macaw Lodge

Day-12--- (Meals B)

Shared Regular Carara National Park Tour

Private Transfer Jacó - San José

1 Night at Park Inn Hotel San Jose

Day-13--- (Meals B)

Private Transfer Hotel - San Jose Airport (SJO)

Meals = (B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner