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11 day tour departs 5 November 2017

Costa RicaWildlife Photography

SANTO DOMINGO DE HEREDIAArrival into Juan Santamaria International Airport, you will be met by your private guide. Transfer to your Hotel where you can stroll around 4 hectares of tropical gardens or relax by the pool.

Accommodation: Bougainvillea Hotel Meals included: Dinner

Day 1

SANTO DOMINGO DE HEREDIA - TORTUGUERO After breakfast, depart for Tortuguero (translates as Land of Turtles), passing Braulio Carrillo National Park, which is home to a wide variety of birds and mammals. Enjoy the breathtaking views as you journey to the Caribbean coast. Admire the unique flora and fauna as a 2 hour boat ride takes you through the canals of the rain forest jungle to your Lodge. Upon arrival, receive a short briefing on included activities, followed by lunch.

Accommodation: Evergreen Lodge Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

TORTUGUEROExplore the secondary canals of this jungle paradise, where you can see a range of mammals, birds and reptiles. Tortuguero offers a full contact with Mother Nature. In the afternoon, visit the village of Tortuguero where you will learn the lifestyle of local residents and the significant conservation efforts.

Accommodation: Evergreen Lodge Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Immerse yourself in the unique wildlife of Costa Rica – Spanish for ‘Rich Coast’ – as you visit tropical National Parks in search of birds, sloths, frogs and so much more. Create magical pictorial memories along the way with the guidance of professional wildlife photographer Mark Rayner.

With over 14 years in the travel industry, Gail has in depth knowledge of a vast number of

countries and loves nothing more than to investigate the hidden gems of any destination.

Immerse yourself in the unique wildlife of Costa Rica – Spanish for ‘Rich Coast’ – as you visit

tropical National Parks in search of birds, sloths, frogs and so much more. Create magical pictorial

memories along the way with the guidance of professional wildlife photographer Mark Rayner.

Meet your personal travel manager, Gail Hughes

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Day 2

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TORTUGUERO – TURRIALBAThe journey continues with a return boat transfer before travelling to the central highlands area of Guapiles, for lunch. Afterwards, we visit Hacienda Tayutic with breathtaking views of the Valley before we continue into the Turrialba region and enjoy birdwatching at the Lodge.

Accommodation: Rancho Naturalista Lodge Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

TURRIALBA - SAVEGREToday we will explore the Orosi Valley and Tapanti National Park which covers over 5,000 ha of rainforest. It is not only an excellent birding site but habitat to unique mammals, reptiles and insects. Then we will continue for approx 3.5 hours to San Gerardo de Dota cloud forest area to our charming accommodation.

Accommodation: Savegre Lodge Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

• 10 nights accommodation

• All meals

• Private transportation and bilingual driver/guide

• Wilderness area of Tortuguero

• Historical Hacienda Tayutic

• Rich scenery of Orosi Valley

• Find Tapir in Tapanti National Park

• Birdspotting in San Gerardo de Dota

• Wildlife in Corcovado National Park

• Snorkel at Cano Island

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*Terms & conditions: Price is per person twin share and land only. A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required with 7 days of booking confirmation. Final payment is due by 4 September 2017. Travel insurance is compulsory. Other terms and conditions apply. Please contact Gail for details.

Days 8-9

Days 10-11SAN GERARDO DE DOTA – THE OSA PENINSULADepart early morning through the valley of San Isidro del General, to the sleepy town of Sierpe. Board a boat to begin your adventure in the Corcovado National Park area which is considered one of the most biologically intense areas with its untamed natural beauty and incredible wildlife. Our unique rainforest and marine adventure hotel overlooking Drake Bay is all about adventure and the magic of nature.

Accommodation: Aguila de Osa Inn Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

THE OSA PENINSULAThis lush region is home to many endangered species of animals and birds. Discover remote beaches, spectacular scuba diving and snorkelling around Cano Island. Corcovado National Park occupies about a third of the Osa peninsula and known for being one of the largest and most pristine parks in Costa Rica, home of the 3% of the world’s biodiversity.

Accommodation: Aguila de Osa Inn Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

OSA PENINSULA – SANTO DOMINGO DE HEREDIAThis morning is the last chance to explore the area before returning to the Sierpe River. Transfer to the Palmar Sur airstrip for your flight to San Jose where you will be transferred to your hotel.

Accommodation: Bougainvillea Hotel Meals included: Breakfast and Lunch

DAY 11: DEPARTURE DAYTransfer to the airport for your onward flight home with a lifetime of wonderful memories.

SAN GERARDO DE DOTALocated in the cool highlands of the Talamanca Mountains, the emerald valley of San Gerardo de Dota is one of Costa Rica’s best-kept secrets. Magnificent landscapes, the quiet town is a haven for birdwatchers, boasting over 200 species, including the quetzal, hummingbird and woodpecker. Anglers can fish for trout in the Savegre River.

Los Quetzales National Park has three types of rainforest and fourteen different ecosystems. Set at a high altitude (up to 3,000M) along the Talamancan Mountain Range, much of the Park is covered in cloud forest and protects a crucial habitat for several plant, insect and animal species.

Accommodation: Savegre Lodge Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

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