Our most comprehensive Costa Rican driving adventure! Start with the mangroves, jungles and canals of Tortuguero, nesting ground for giant sea turtles. Next, try rafting or relax in hot springs around active Arenal Volcano before driving up into the cool hills of the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve. Soak in dramatic volcanic scenery in remote Rincon de la Vieja before topping it all off with some beach time–and monkeys–in Manuel Antonio Park, famous for its beaches, bars and wildlife.
What’s Included
Arrival and departure transfers.
All meals at Tortugero, Breakfast daily at most hotels. (Allow USD315-415 for meals not included.)
Simple hotel (14 nts)
By choosing the car option with the Costa Rica pass, you gain the flexibility of a car with the comfort of a set itinerary. As with the bus transfer option, all accommodation is included in the cost of the pass. THE CAR The standard model used with the Costa Rica Pass is the Daihatsu Terios, which seats three comfortably, leaving room for four pieces of standard luggage. The car is manual transmission, four door, with 4WD capabilities, A/C and AM/FM radio. It also comes equipped with surf racks, baby seats (if requested at the time of booking) and list of important numbers. You will also be provided with country maps and directions to destinations. Be advised that in order to pick up your vehicle, you will require a valid drivers license, passport and major credit card. The driver must between 23 – 75 years old at the time of rental. An international drivers license is not required, only a valid license from your home country. ADDITIONAL COSTS Other costs associated with the car option include: – A mandatory USD 18 per day insurance fee to be paid locally – All fuel costs. – A USD 750 deposit that will be charged to your credit card and withheld for the duration of your rental. Barring any damages, this will be refunded in full when the car is returned. OTHER OPTIONAL COSTS – Additional drivers will be charged USD 2 per day, paid locally. – A non-deductible insurance package with the same coverage as above is available at USD 9 per day.
Local assistance; hotel staff.