Family Fantasy

8 Days / 7 Nights - Costa Rica Family Vacation
San Jose - Tortuguero - Manuel Antonio - El Silencio

With beaches, rain forests, cloud forests, mountains, waterfalls, numerous extreme adventures, and a vast array of milder nature escapes for the more tame of heart, Costa Rica is the perfect destination for your Costa Rica family vacation. The question isn't whether or not to make Costa Rica your vacation destination but where to explore first. This can be a tough decision, especially with so many people to please. The vacation experts at Costa Rica Online Travel understand your family vacation is precious to you and your kids. The Family Fantasy Costa Rica vacation package takes the guess work out of your vacation planning to ensure you and your family make the most of your time in this remarkable country. 

Day 1: Arrive at San Jose International Airport. A contact person will pick you up in the customs area and take you to meet your driver. Board the van for the short transfer to your San Jose hotel. Take the rest of the afternoon to explore the city and plan a night out on the town.

Day 2: Check out of the hotel and board the bus for the 3½ hour transfer to Tortuguero. You will pass through Braulio Carrillo National Park, with its exquisite views, then stop for a traditional Costa Rican breakfast. After breakfast, you will continue past picturesque banana plantations en route to Matina.

At Matina, board your boat and travel along the Tortuguero canals to your Lodge, where the staff will be waiting for you with a refreshing cocktail. Check in to your room at your hotel. Visit the Turtle Museum of the Caribbean Conservation Corporation, and explore the colorful town of Tortuguero.

After dinner, spend the rest of the night enjoying the pool, bar and surroundings. An optional late night visit to the park to witness the miracle of the Green Sea Turtles laying their eggs is available June - October. Overnight in your Tortuguero Hotel.

Day 3: An optional morning tour to admire the awakening wildlife of Tortuguero is available. Return for breakfast and another boat tour to admire the canals of Tortuguero National Park. This is a wonderful experience where you can see the abundant flora and fauna of Tortuguero National Park. Return to your lodge for lunch then enjoy the pool or go for a walk to the beach. Overnight in your Tortuguero Hotel.

Day 4: Check out of the hotel and board the boat that will transfer you to the local airstrip. Check in to your flight to San Jose. Upon landing, connect with your flight to Quepos. Arrive in Quepos and meet the van for the short transfer to your hotel in Manuel Antonio. Take the rest of the afternoon to explore the beach or relax at your Manuel Antonio resort.

Day 5: Enjoy your Costa Rica hotel and the Manuel Antonio region. Optional activities not included in the package, such as tours of Manuel Antonio National Park, sportfishing, kayaking, Tortuga Island cruises, sunset cruises, mangrove tours, dolphin expeditions, and snorkeling, area available. Overnight at your Manuel Antonio resort.

Day 6: Check out of the hotel and enjoy the picturesque transfer to Costa Rica's tropical cloud forest and the central volcanic region. Check in to your hotel, a planet-friendly sanctuary and wellness center. All reservations include a personal eco-concierge. 

Day 7: Explore your Cloud Forest Hotel. 

Day 8: Check out of your Cloud Forest Hotel and enjoy the transfer to the San Jose International Airport for your return flight.

Package includes:

1 night in San Jose hotel
3-day / 2-night package in standard room in a Tortuguero Hotel
Includes all boat and land transfers, meals and two tours
2 nights in Manuel Antonio hotel
2 nights in cloud forest hotel
Breakfast at all hotels
All airport transfers
Flight: Tortuguero - Quepos
Private transfer: Manuel Antonio - Could Forest Hotel
Hotel & Sales Tax

Package price for a family of four sharing one room (two children under 12 years old):

High Season 2010 (Jan 4 - Apr 30, 2010):
Deluxe: Crown Plaza Corobici - Pachira - Si Como No - Villa Blanca from $ 3,070 per family
Luxury: Intercontinental - Mawamba - Arenas del Mar - El Silencio from $ 4,650 per family
El Silencio Lodge includes 3 daily meals per person and a tour

Green Season 2010 (May 1 - Nov 30, 2010):
Deluxe: Crown Plaza Corobici - Pachira - Si Como No - Villa Blanca from $ 2,800 per family
Luxury: Intercontinental - Mawamba- Arenas del Mar - El Silencio from $ 4,150 per family
El Silencio Lodge includes 3 daily meals per person and a tour

Package price for a family of four in two rooms:

High Season 2010 (Jan 4 - Apr 30, 2010):
Deluxe: Crown Plaza Corobici - Pachira - Si Como No - Villa Blanca from $ 4,380 per family
Luxury: Intercontinental - Mawamba - Arenas del Mar - El Silencio from $ 6,840 per family
El Silencio Lodge includes 3 daily meals per person and a tour

Green Season 2010 (May 1 - Nov 30, 2010):
Deluxe: Crown Plaza Corobici - Pachira - Si Como No - Villa Blanca from $ 3,960 per family
Luxury: Intercontinental - Mawamba - Arenas del Mar - El Silencio from $ 6,000 per family
El Silencio Lodge includes 3 daily meals per person and a tour

To travel Costa Rica during peak holiday season, including Christmas and Easter, please contact our Costa Rica vacation experts at (800) 608-3119.

The 8-day / 7-night Family Fantasy Costa Rica vacation package promises to give you a truly unforgettable Costa Rica holiday. Our Costa Rica family vacation experts can assist you to customize this Costa Rica holiday based on your preferences, interests and budget. To book or modify this Costa Rica vacation package, please call us toll free at (800) 608-3119 or e-mail us at familyfantasy@costaricaonlinetravel.com.