Some excerpts from the website of Eco Lodge Resort & Hotel that might be useful
1. Lake / Deep Sea Fishing
Tour Package. Would you like the opportunity to catch some Guapote and Tilapia in the Arenal Lake and then some Marlin (black, blue and stripe ), sailfish, yellow fin tuna, dorado ( mahi-mahi ), wahoo, Red snapper, roosterfish, Spanish mackerel, grouper, snook, jacks cravelle, skipjack tuna, Cubera, snapper and many more different species in the Pacific Ocean. WILL MAKE IT HAPPEN FOR YOU. Day 1 Ground
transfer from Juan Santamaria
airport to Fuego del Sol Hotel
www.fuegodelsolhotel.com. Lodging in an ocean view
room,
breakfast included. Day 2 Full day deep sea fishing. Includes 32 ft. boat, mate, captain, fishing equipment,
lunch box. Lodging in an ocean view
room,
breakfast included. Day 3 Half day deep sea fishing. Includes 32 ft. boat, mate, captain, fishing equipment,
lunch box. After the fishing you will
transfer to Eco Lodge
www.ecolodgecostarica.com. Lodging in a volcano and lake view
room (subject to climatic conditions),
breakfast included. Day 4 Full Day fishing at Arenal Lake on a 12 ft. boat with a 5 horsepower motor, fishing guide, fishing equipment, and boxed
lunch. Lodging in a volcano and lake view
room (subject to climatic conditions) with
breakfast included. Day 5 Half day fishing at Arenal Lake on a 12 ft. boat with a 5 horsepower motor, fishing guide, fishing equipment, and
lunch box. Day 6
Transfer from Eco Lodge to Juan Santamaria International
Airport. Price: $1,226.00 per person. Important Notes: If you are flying into Liberia Daniel Oduber
airport the price per person is $1,256.50. 2. Beaches, Mountains and Volcanos. Visit the best mountains, enjoy the most exotic beaches and been at the majestic volcanoes are a just a few thinks you can visit with this package. Day 1 Ground
transfer from Juan Santamaria
airport to Martino Resort. Day 2 Our adventure will start in San Jose at 8:00 am. Our first stop will be Poas Volcano National Park where you are going to new this beautiful place with our specialist guide. The
lunch will be in Sarchi town and of course shopping there. 2 hours later in a comfortable bus you will be in Tabacon hot springs in the base of the Arenal Volcano. This exotic place of thermals hot water is ideal to relax and enjoy the beautiful view. A little step just in from of the Arenal Volcano will be spectacular for taking pictures and continue the road to Eco Lodge in Coter Lake. Eco Lodge will be waiting for an excellent
dinner and cozy
rooms. Day 3 At 7:00 am we start the mooning with a delicious
breakfast and the company of the birds and the
gardens view. At 8:00 am we are going to Bebedero River located across to Palo Verde National Park. This river is especial for crocodiles watching, bird watching, monkeys, iguanas and many others animals. After the Bebedero River we will be back to Eco Lodge for
lunch. During the afternoon the horses will be waiting to take you to top of the hills and enjoy the perfect view of all the Arenal and Coter Lakes, Arenal Volcano, mountains and if you are looking the Pacific ocean. The
dinner will be at 8:00 pm. Day 4 At 8:00 am we start the mooning with a delicious
breakfast and the company of the birds and the
gardens view. At 9:00 am we star a hiking in the rainforest with our guides. After the hiking, the Malekus Indians will be waiting for you in there huts. You will enjoy his culture, religion and craftsmanship. After the
lunch you will have
transfer to Fuego del Sol Hotel. Lodging in an ocean view
room with
breakfast included. Day 5 A free day to enjoy the beach. Lodging in an ocean view
room with
breakfast included. Day 6 This day you will have a one day
tour to Manuel Antonio National Park. Its considered one of the most beautiful national parks of the country, with its white sand beaches, their abundant fauna, exuberant flora, and its scenic footpaths. The 683 hectares of the national park of Manuel Antonio is one of the most famous of Costa Rica and one to him of but visited national park. It includes a wooded area, densely populated by monkeys and raccoons, and three exceptionally beautiful beaches. She is one of the few areas in which are the monkey squirrel. The footpaths happen through the secondary forest and of the primary forest, dominated by you hoist them of cedar, raft and mangle. The excursion includes
lunch, guides, entrances and transport. One recommends suit of
bath and light clothes. From Fuego del Sol Hotel at Hermosa Beach it leaves 7:30 A.M. Lodging in an ocean view
room with
breakfast included. Day 7 This day you will have a one day
tour Tortuga Island. This beautiful island is located at the southeastern tip of the Gulf of Nicoya, in front of Curu Point. It covers 120 hectares and reaches a height of 172 meters above sea level. Tortuga Island is the property of the Costa Rican state and has been leased to the small Costa Rican Cubero family composed of twelve members. The Cubero's are the only inhabitants of the island and they protect the natural
beauty of the island through a sustainable program which includes tourism activities. Ground transportation to Herradura Bay in an
air-conditioned bus with comfortable seats. Private Dock at Herradura Bay at Marriott Los Suenos Hotel.Bilingual guide. Light
breakfast aboard the bus. Consists of fruit juice, ham and cheese croissant and Cinnamon roll. Welcome
cocktail.Maritime transportation aboard the Breeze Cruise.Tropical fruits Soft
drinks.B.B.Q.
lunch buffet in our private beach area.Music. Lodging in an ocean view
room with
breakfast included. Day 8 A free day to enjoy the beach. Lodging in an ocean view
room with
breakfast included. Day 9
Transfer to Juan Santamaria International
Airport. Price: $1,015.00 per person. Important Notes: If you are flying into Liberia Daniel Oduber
airport the price per person is $962.00 and doesnt included San Jose overnight and Poas Volcano.
Package # 1 without Transportation 2 nights / 3 days Cabin with
terrace and a beautiful Volcano and Arenal Lake view
Breakfast,
Lunch and
Dinner Romantic
Dinner Bottle of wine on the
room Horseback Riding
Tour Surprise gift Taxes Included $ 430. Package # 2 with
car rental transportation 2 nights / 3 days Cabin with
terrace and a beautiful Volcano and Arenal Lake view
Breakfast,
Lunch and
Dinner Romantic
Dinner Bottle of wine on the
room Horseback Riding
Tour Surprise gift Toyota Yaris with basic insurance for three days by Europcar or Sixt Taxes Included $ 570. Package # 3 with
car rental transportation 2 nights / 3 days Cabin with
terrace and a beautiful Volcano and Arenal Lake view
Breakfast,
Lunch and
Dinner Romantic
Dinner Bottle of wine on the
room Horseback Riding
Tour Surprise gift
Tickets for the hot springs: Ecotermarles or Baldi Toyota Yaris with basic insurance for three days by Europcar or Sixt Taxes Included $ 630
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