Magic Costa Rica 9 Days, Self-drive

What's Included

• Transport

  Arrival shared transfers from Juan Santamaria Airport and shared transfers between areas throughout the itinerary (land and boat) except during the self-drive part.

• Car Hire

  4x4 Car rental from day 4, including car delivery, car return at the airport, GPS, and daily basic insurance.

• Entrance Fees and Activities

  All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary, including a guided boat tour in Tortuguero National Park on Day 3.

• Other

  Meet & Greet and hotel taxes.

What's Not Included

• Tour Guide

  A tour guide is not included in the package.

• Flights

  International and domestic flights are not included.

• Departure Taxes

  Departure taxes are not included.

• Visa Fees

  Visa fees are not included.

• Optional Tours and Activities

  Optional tours and activities are not included.

• Tips and Gratuities

  Tips and gratuities are not included.

• Personal Expenditures

  Expenditures of a personal nature or items not stated explicitly in the program are not included.

• Drinks and Camera Fees

  Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, and camera/video camera fees (if any) are not included.

• Travel Insurance

  Travel insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc., is not included.

• Car Hire Exclusions

  Car rental full insurance, deductible deposit, gasoline, damage to a third party or to the hire vehicle due to negligence or inappropriate driving, loss or damage to vehicle components, damage to the engine through negligence, theft of the vehicle with keys left in the ignition, damage caused through driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, fines due to breaking traffic laws, and any extra equipment not mentioned as included are not covered. ...more ...less

Requirements

Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Costa Rica. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.r>

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Please Note

• The minimum age for renting a car is 21 years
• All drivers must carry their current driver's license
• All drivers must carry an international personal credit card (Visa, MC, Diners Club, and AMEX)
• Please consider that the driving times and distances are estimated and that they can vary because of many circumstances, such as the specific route taken, hotel location, traffic, weather, road conditions, etc.
• We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons.
• Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed
• In many hotels in Costa Rica, the triple rooms are a double room with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple room
• No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed  

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1,8 San Jose

• Hotel Category A = Hotel Autentico or similar 3*
• Hotel Category B = Studio Hotel or similar 4*
• Hotel Category C = Hilton Garden Inn La Sabana or similar 3*
• Hotel Category D = Hilton San José La Sabana or similar 3*

Day 2,3 Tortuguero

• Hotel Category A, B, C = Pachira Lodge or similar 2*
• Hotel Category D = Manatus Lodge or similar 4*

Day 4,5 Arenal

• Hotel Category A = Hotel Arenal Paraiso or similar 3*
• Hotel Category B = Hotel Arenal Manoa or similar 4*
• Hotel Category C = Hotel Arenal Springs or similar 4*
• Hotel Category D = Hotel Arenal Kioro or similar 5*

Day 6,7 Guanacaste/Tamarindo

• Hotel Category A = Hotel Pasatiempo or similar 3*
• Hotel Category B = Hotel Wyndham Tamarindo or similar 3*
• Hotel Category C = Hotel Tamarindo Diria or similar 4*
• Hotel Category D = Hotel Capitán Suizo or similar 4*

CAR HIRE (Day 4-9):

• Car Group B = Suzuki Vitara 4x4 or similar

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1,8 San Jose

• Hotel Category A = Hotel Autentico or similar 3*
• Hotel Category B = Park Inn or similar 4*
• Hotel Category C = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 3*
• Hotel Category D = Hilton Sabana or similar 3*

Day 2,3 Tortuguero

• Hotel Category A, B = Turtle Beach Lodge or similar (Lodge Standard)
• Hotel Category C = Mawamba Lodge or similar (Lodge Standard)
• Hotel Category D = Manatus Lodge or similar (Lodge Standard)

Day 4,5 Arenal

• Hotel Category A = Magic Mountain or similar 4*
• Hotel Category B = Arenal Paraiso or similar 3*
• Hotel Category C = Arenal Manoa or similar 4*
• Hotel Category D = Arenal Kioro or similar 5*

Day 6,7 Guanacaste/Tamarindo

• Hotel Category A = Hotel Pasatiempo or similar 3*
• Hotel Category B = Tamarindo Diria or similar 4*
• Hotel Category C = Cala Luna or similar 4*
• Hotel Category D = Capitán Suizo or similar 4*

CAR HIRE (Day 4-9):

• Car Group B = Suzuki Vitara 4x4 or similar

Mode of Transport

Experience seamless transportation with shared transfers from Juan Santamaria Airport and between areas, including land and boat transfers. Enjoy the freedom of a self-drive adventure with a Suzuki Vitara 4x4 or similar from day 4 to 9, complete with GPS and basic insurance.

Accommodation

Enjoy 8 nights of comfortable accommodation in Costa Rica, with options ranging from 3-star to 5-star hotels. Stay in San Jose, Tortuguero, Arenal, and Tamarindo, with choices like Hotel Autentico, Turtle Beach Lodge, Magic Mountain, and Hotel Pasatiempo, ensuring a pleasant stay throughout your journey.