This morning we rise early to catch the boat out with the Turneffe staff. It is rainy an overcast and I am nervous for the half hour boat ride to the lodge.
The staff hasn't turned on their charm yet as it is early and they technically don't start until they arrive at the lodge. One guide in particular teases me about where to sit and I am not sure if he is joking or serious. I will come to find out he is joking.
The ride out is a bumpy one for sure. I can't believe these guys do this once a week.
Once we arrive at the lodge we have breakfast and meet our traveling mates for the next week. One of the ladies is the lodge owners sister and she has brought a friend with her. The other lady is here with her husband who is a big fisher.
This afternoon we head out on the boat and enjoy our first day of snorkeling. We are on a different part of the reef and the water is much clearer. I see a few of the same things but some new ones as well. Our guide Abel, has an underwater book that he uses to identify the fish. It is so convenient to see them right then and there versus look them up at the lodge.
Tonight we meet the other guests (all people there to fish). Dinner is family style so it gives us a chance to mingle with all the guests and get to know everyone. A great bunch of people.
When we get to our room, there is a bottle of wine and a card from my friend from work. What a wonderful surprise! Made the entire week special for us!
For our first trip to Costa Rica, Adventure Life designed a tour that meets the interests, ecological and adventure, of our party; but also takes into account our physical limitations sine we are all septuagenarian. We are looking forward to the trip.
John Zent
1 day ago
Adventure Life is my favorite travel company due to their genuine care for their customers. They make every effort to ensure a wonderful travel experience for you. Their personal touch really gives the customer a lot of confidence with their travel plans and the trip leaders are always outstanding. They are truly consistent and accountable with the great service they provide. I can't thank Adventure Life enough for the incredible trips I have enjoyed thanks to them and their attention to detail.
Tim Duffy
2 days ago
Kevin Moore working with me and providing very timely answers to all my questions.
Sharon Worsham
2 days ago
Adventure Life coordinated all our domestic air travel in Argentina as well as
Multiple tours in four cities. Every thing went perfectly smooth. All the local companies were on schedule and very professional. We will surely use Adventure Life on future travels.
customer
3 days ago
Franny helped us put together a great itinerary, was very responsive and so helpful. We ended up not being able to use Adventure Life for our trip, but would definitely use them in the future.