We embark upon another full day; not to be outdone by the day before. We headed south and west leaving the rainbows of Monteverde behind, and traveled into the drier regions within sight of the Pacific Ocean. Cynoches took the place of Pluerothallids; Palms for Heliconias. Bougainvillea sprawled over rooftops and fences.
Along the way, we stopped to stretch our legs and walk across a bridge to see huge crocodiles sunning themselves on the sand bars. Our next stop was at the Carara National Park to see orchids (of course) but also Macaws. Our guide took us along the path, pointing out various sights (and we pointed to the orchids). Carara was a great bird-watching spot and we saw a nesting Macaw in the hollow of a tree preening itself.
Then, to the beach – la playa. After settling in our rooms, a sunset walk to the beach was in order. The deep hues of orange played with the contrasting deep blue of the water and flat black silhouettes of the rock outcroppings. The water of the Pacific was warmer than we expected and we vowed to return the next morning when we spotted pelicans roosting on the rocks and cowries and cone shells in the tidal pools. A quick stop on the way back to listen to a band at a local outdoor bistro and then a delicious dinner at Hotel La Playa Espandilla followed by an evening swim in the pool finished the day.
Adventure Life took care of everything! All we had to do was show up when we were supposed to, which made our first trip to Costa Rica largely stress-free and incredibly fun. Our trip reps, Hannah and Mariethony, were helpful and responsive, getting back to us by email usually within a few hours. Our accommodations were all great, and we got incredibly blessed with some absolutely stellar guides and drivers.
Our Jungle & Beach trip was an excellent balance of adventure and rest. We got to try out a lot of different activities, including snorkeling, hiking, white water rafting and kayaking, while also partaking of some rest around the pool or by the ocean. We enjoyed seeing and exploring the beautiful Caribbean side of the country.
Joy Knowles
1 week ago
The company made our adventure trip hassle-free, and a lot of fun! I will definitely be using them again
Carolena F
1 month ago
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 month ago
COSTA RICA a trip of a life time travelling round this beautiful country. All went like clockwork even when the weather was against us and all transfers seemed to be part of the holiday not a chore. Would definitely use Adventure Life again having previously used them 20 years ago!!
Cynthia Calton
1 month ago
Our Costa Rica trip was amazing! Kassandra planned everything and the excursions, hotels, overall organization were outstanding. Everything worked out smoothly, the excursions guides were knowledgeable allowing us to see so much of the fauna and flora of the country. The hotels were great as well, all in fantastic locations and with beautiful views.