Costa Rica: Pura Vida in Tamarindo

Tamarindo

Positivity, Positivity

'Pura Vida' means 'Pure Life', but in Costa Rica, it's a way of life. Slow down, relax, and feel the cool ocean mist on your face. Welcome to paradise!

  • 5 days

  • 8 - 24 spots

  • Double occupancy in 3-star hotels (single rooms available)

  • 4 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches and 2 Dinners

  • TrovaTrip will provide 3 transfers from Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport (LIR) , between 8 AM and 5 PM

  • TrovaTrip will provide 2 transfers to LIR on the last day

Activities Included

  • Pottery Class
  • Tortilla Making Class
  • Sunset Sailing Tour and Snorkeling

Other Inclusions

  • Double occupancy in 3-star hotels
  • Local guide throughout trip
  • All city transfers
  • Arrival airport transfer (until 5pm on first day)
  • Departure airport transfer (morning of last day)

Exclusions

  • International flights
  • Food and alcohol (except as noted)
  • Visas and travel insurance
  • Airport transfers outside of designated times

Itinerary

Day 1

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Day 1

Bienvenidos and welcome to Costa Rica! TrovaTrip will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your beachfront hotel where your adventure begins.

transfer

1 HOUR 30 MIN

Airport Transfer

Airport Transfer

meal

dinner

Welcome dinner at a local restaurant is included.

accommodation

Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort

Overnight in Tamarindo.

Day 2

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Day 2

Rise and shine! Today is free for you to explore the colorful surf town of Tamarindo, with its lively sidewalk shops, food carts and restaurants. Or you could enjoy the hotel's pool, relax on the beautiful white sand beach or take a dip in the turquoise ocean.

meal

breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel is included.

accommodation

Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort

Overnight in Tamarindo.

Day 3

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Day 3

Buenos días! Today, a short drive will take you to Santa Cruz, Costa Rica’s 'National Folklore City'. This colorful city is well known for its many festivals and celebrations, including music; dancing; fireworks; food and beer. This area, once a thriving region of the Chorotega tribe, still retains some of its rich Chorotega folklore and culture, which can be seen in their artwork, handmade pottery and figurines.

meal

breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel is included.

activity

1 HOUR

Pottery Class

Learn all about the authentic pottery of the region and create your own unique piece of pottery with the help of local artisans!

activity

1 HOUR

Tortilla Making Class

Visit a local family in Santa Barbara and take part in a cookery lesson making tortillas and delicious sweets like canelas and rosquillas. Before returning to the hotel, enjoy a delicious traditional lunch.

meal

lunch

Traditional lunch after class is included.

accommodation

Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort

Overnight in Tamarindo.

Day 4

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Day 4

Another day in paradise! Take the morning to sleep in, hang out or simply relax. Remember, it’s all about the ‘Pura Vida’ life!

meal

breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel is included.

activity

2 HOURS

Sunset Sailing Tour and Snorkeling

Bid farewell to this beautiful beach on a sunset sailing tour! This catamaran tour will take you along the coast, passing white-sand beaches and tropical jungles. Keep an eye out for dolphins, sea turtles, flying fish, or even a whale!

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lunch

Lunch at a local restaurant is included.

meal

dinner

Farewell dinner at a local restaurant is included.

accommodation

Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort

Overnight in Tamarindo.

Day 5

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Day 5

All good things must come to an end. Enjoy one last breakfast with your group before saying goodbye to Costa Rica. Pura Vida!

meal

breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel is included.

transfer

1 HOUR 30 MIN

Airport Transfer

Airport Transfer

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