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Fantastic ! Tortuguero Jungle Fever...6 days from US$529 pp/dbl

COSTA RICA

"No Artificial Ingredients"

Costa Rica has what you are looking for... Tree-lines tropical beaches, spectacular birds and flowers, erupting volcanoes, whitewater rafting, surfing, sport fishing, golf and more than a thousand lodging options to choose from, including everything from cozy bed and breakfast to luxury five star hotels.... and probably the most friendly people on earth - The TICOS !...with so much variety there is guaranteed to be something to suit everyone's taste.....

COME, JOIN US TO DISCOVER COSTA RICA !

Cloud Forest & Jungles... 8 days - Poas, Tortuguero, Monteverde and San Jose.

Costa Rica on a Budget ...8 days US$997 Touring Arenal National Park and Tamarindo Beach area

Tortuguero Jungle Fever...6 days - SPECIAL US$529 p.p Visiting the National Park of Tortuguero and San Jose

FAMILY VACATION - PRIVATE ...8 days -Visiting The Arenal Volcano National Park and the hanging bridges, then relaxing and enjoying the beaches of Guanacaste...Riu or Deluxe JW Marriott Guanacaste !

Manuel Antonio From US$790 pp - 8 days exploring the best National Park of Costa Rica

Costa Rica Fishing -Great New offer US$1,492 per person for 6 days-5 nights, 3 full day fishing and more..!

Corcovado ... 8 days exploring this unique National Park.....

New Exciting Costa Rica ...8 days - The Arenal Volcano, The Hanging bridges, The Jungles of Tortuguero, Rafting the Reventazon River (or The Aerial Tram) and more....!!!

Active Costa Rica 8 days River Rafting, Biking, Rain forest & Beach Adventure

Costa Rica Heaven for Nature Lovers...9 days - Arenal, Monteverde Cloud Forest & Tiskita

Rent a Car daily or weekly great rates..!

Costa Rica Beach Resorts...

Deluxe Beach Resort WESTIN Playa Conchal...Special to the best beach resort in Costa Rica !

Barcelo Playa Tambor 7-14 days beach programs incl. airfare from USA

Barcelo Langosta Beach Resort 7 days all inclusive beach program with new AmericanAirlines direct flight Miami to Liberia and connections from more than 100 USA cities.

New 5 Star Riu Beach Resort and all inclusive.... From US$1,199 for 6 nights deluxe beach resort.

Deluxe JW Marriott Guanacaste....7 days US$799 per person based on double occ

More Costa Rica...

Costa Rica a La Carte: Tabacon, River Rafting, La Mansion, 20 optional daily tours from San Jose

Fishing... 6, 5, 4 days packages..at Ocotal

PLEASE BE ADVISED - The USA airport departure taxes, security and fuel surcharges change daily. Some airlines are charging $100 to $200 per person. We will advise you of the exact cost at the time of placing reservations. This amount will be added to your final bill.

EXCITING COSTA RICA

Most popular tour to Costa Rica visiting the Jungles of Tortuguero,

The Arenal Volcano & Park and River rafting the Reventazon River

8 Day/7 night Program -

Locally Hosted

DAY 01 U.S.A-COSTA RICA:

(Independent departures any day of the week). Depart U.S.A. for San Jose, Capital of Costa Rica. Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to hotel selected.

Day 02 SAN JOSE-TORTUGUERO:

In the morning, your guide will pick up from your hotel and from San Jose you will travel via bus going through high mountain plateaus, passing by Braulio Carrillo National Park and eventually winding down to the coastal plain with its rich banana plantations. Then by boat to Mawamba or Pachira Lodge for overnight. (B, L, D)

Day 03 TORTUGUERO:

After breakfast, you will board the riverboat for a 3-hour voyage through the quiet river and canal system that connects it with Costa Rica’s rich tropical rain forest. You are likely to glimpse birds of startling beauty, including toucans and brilliantly colored parrots. Costa Rica has more than 800 species of birds, more than all of the United States and Canada combined, and your guide will help you identify them. Afternoon hike along the trail or visit the village of Tortuguero. (B, L, D.)

Day 04 TORTUGUERO-SAN JOSE-ARENAL:

You’ll waken to the sounds of howler monkeys in the forest behind the Lodge. Then, after breakfast transfer by boat to the local airport for flight to San Jose where your naturalist tour guide will be waiting for you. Then, a scenic 3-hour drive through mountains and rich agricultural lands to the Arenal area - with impressive views of the Arenal Volcano. Stops will be made to visit Cocora Gardens and the Butterfly Farm. After lunch continue to the Arenal Volcano National Park, which encompasses thousands of acres of pristine rainforest and teems with tropical birds and wildlife. Overnight at the Arenal Observatory Lodge or Arenal Paraiso. (B, L)

Day 05 ARENAL-FORTUNA WATERFALLS & DANAUS ECOLOGICAL CENTER
In the morning you will visit the Fortuna Waterfalls. Located just 3 miles away from the town of La Fortuna, this beautiful 200 foot-tall waterfall receives its cool clear waters from the pristine forested mountains of Arenal National Park. En route and near the falls one may see parrots, toucans and hummingbirds.
Later you will have lunch at a local organic farm in the town of La Fortuna. After lunch you will have a natural history walk at the Danaus Ecological Center.. Slow-moving sloths live here, and along the main trail visitors may see a number of the 154 bird species recorded here. This trail passes by a small lake where boat-billed herons and alligator-like caiman reside. Tiny native red poison dart frogs can be seen in a little forest ranario (frog farm) and many different species of butterflies flit about the reserve. A nursery on the property is used to propagate native trees- including species in danger of extinction-for reforestation projects. Overnight hotel Arenal Observatory or Arenal Paraiso. (B,L)

Day 06 ARENAL HANGING BRIDGES- SAN JOSE :
Today you will visit the Arenal Hanging Bridges. This is a complex of suspended bridges and trails through a beautiful rain forest. The lush vegetation contains palms, heliconias and tall tropical trees that you will view from ground level to above the tree tops as you meander along the trails and on the bridges. From some of the bridges there are also panoramic views of nearby Arenal Volcano. As you walk through the forest, you may encounter a variety of the forest wildlife, including toucans, motmots, trogons, poison dart frogs, howling monkeys, spider monkeys and white-faced capuchin monkeys.
After your walk, you will have a transfer back to San Jose and to hotel selected. (B)

Day 07 RIVER RAFTING or AERIAL TRAM:

Today you will have a choice of 2 full day exciting trips –River rafting the Reventazon River (Class III – The most popular rafting trip in Central America. The river runs begins with a series of non-stop exploding waves that will keep you on the go. Great for beginners seeking the thrill of white water rafting. Or the Aerial Tram, an open-sided vehicle that shuttles guests for a mile to the Aerial Visitor’s Center. Guests are briefed on the rainforest before boarding the 8 person tramcars for the 0.9-mile long aerial excursion. It is a breathtaking journey above the airy canopy. After lunch on site, return to San Jose and your hotel. (B, L)

Day 08 SAN JOSE-U.S.A:

Transfer to the airport for flight to USA and homeward bound (see add-ons from 100 USA cities below). (B)

INCLUDING:

7 nights hotel accommodations with room taxes and service charges. Meals as marked in itinerary (B=breakfast; L=lunch; D=dinner). Transfers on arrival and departure (airport/hotel/airport). English speaking naturalist tour guides and entrance fees when necessary. Ground transportation from San Jose to Arenal and Tortuguero.

NOT INCLUDED:

Airfare. Insurance. (Please see information about INSURANCE HERE.) Costa Rica airport departure tax of US$26.00. Passports or entry documents. Tips to tour guides. USA departure tax/security/fuel surcharges of $88 (changes daily...please call)

*2012 LAND TOUR COST PER PERSON: (Minimum 2 people)

HOTELS	Double	Triple	Child 3-10years	Single Supplement
Irazu	US$1,600	1,495	844	583
San Jose Palacio, Crown Plaza Corobici	1,780	1,627	970	790
Marriott Costa Rica, Doubletree Cariari	1,960	1,843	1150	1150

If you want to use Tabacon resort please add US$430 per person based on double or triple (not include breakfast)

RATES NOT VALID DURING CHRISTMAS & NEW YEARS -PLEASE CALL 1-800-327-0080

SAMPLE AIRFARE FROM MIAMI: US$350-550

ADD-ONS FROM OTHER CITIES Via American or Taca Airlines.

Add $250 from EWR, NYC, WAS, BOS, HOU, DFW & Zone 1 & 2; Add $280 from CHI, ATL, LAX, SFO; Add $250 from Zone 3 & 4 and $350 from Zone 5 & 6.

Zones 1: FL; Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX; Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT; Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI; Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT; Zone 6: OR, WA

DEPOSITS/FINAL PAYMENTS:

Deposit of US$150.00 per person at the time of placing reservations.

Final payment is due 50 days before departure.

INSURANCE: Through Insure America, cost for this program US$79-129 per person -depending on the final cost...please see all about INSURANCE HERE

FAMILY VACATION - PRIVATE

Mountains & Beaches

Visiting the Arenal Volcano National Park with private Naturalist guide

then exploring the beautiful beaches of Guanacaste

8 Day/7 night Program -

Daily Guarantee Departures (minimum 2 people)

DAY 01 U.S.A-COSTA RICA:

(Independent departures any day of the week). Depart U.S.A. for San Jose, Capital of Costa Rica. Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to hotel selected.

Day 02 SAN JOSE-COCORA GARDENS-ARENAL:

Your private journey will begin by traveling northwest along the Interamerican Highway for an hour or so and then turning off to head north through the town of San Ramon. Here you will take a short break and visit the community’s agriculture town market. This market offers a variety of tropical fruits and vegetables, including some that are rarely seen outside the tropics. (Note: The market is closed on holidays).
After taking a break at the market, you will continue on with a visit to the Cocora Private hummingbird and butterfly gardens (Cloud Forest 3,000 feet high).. One may see giant Blue Morphos, Zebra Butterflies, Small Postman, Glasswings, Monarchs, Julias, Owl butterflies, “Halloween” Butterflies, wing-snapping Crackers, Brown peacocks, Giant Swallowtails, Sulphurs and other species. You may also find rare hummingbirds like Green Thorntail, Coppery-headed Emerald and White-bellied Mountain-gem.
Lunch at Doña Rosa´s house. Doña Rosa Quiros and her family have been living in the beautiful Blue Valley area of Alajuela Province for more than 40 years.. For your lunch, Doña Rosa will cook a traditional Costa Rican meal for you. This will usually include a “picadillo de papas,” fresh hand-made tortillas, rice and beans, cassava (a root crop from which tapioca can be made), and fresh lemonade, among other tico goodies. A visit to Doña Rosa´s farm will take you back in time to an era when rural Costa Rican families always welcomed weary travelers. After lunch you will continue on to your Arenal area hotel. (L)
Hotel: Arenal Observatory Lodge or Arenal Paraiso. (B,L)

Day 03 FORTUNA WATERFALLS & DANAUS ECOLOGICAL CENTER
In the morning you will visit the Fortuna Waterfalls. Located just 3 miles away from the town of La Fortuna, this beautiful 200 foot-tall waterfall receives its cool clear waters from the pristine forested mountains of Arenal National Park. En route and near the falls one may see parrots, toucans and hummingbirds.
Later you will have lunch at a local organic farm in the town of La Fortuna. After lunch you will have a natural history walk at the Danaus Ecological Center.. Slow-moving sloths live here, and along the main trail visitors may see a number of the 154 bird species recorded here. This trail passes by a small lake where boat-billed herons and alligator-like caiman reside. Tiny native red poison dart frogs can be seen in a little forest ranario (frog farm) and many different species of butterflies flit about the reserve. A nursery on the property is used to propagate native trees- including species in danger of extinction-for reforestation projects. (B,L)

Day 04 ARENAL HANGING BRIDGES & CONTINUE TO BEACHES
Today you will visit the Arenal Hanging Bridges. This is a complex of suspended bridges and trails through a beautiful rain forest. The lush vegetation contains palms, heliconias and tall tropical trees that you will view from ground level to above the tree tops as you meander along the trails and on the bridges. From some of the bridges there are also panoramic views of nearby Arenal Volcano. As you walk through the forest, you may encounter a variety of the forest wildlife, including toucans, motmots, trogons, poison dart frogs, howling monkeys, spider monkeys and white-faced capuchin monkeys.
After your walk, you will have a transfer to Guanacaste to selected beach hotel (see below) for an afternoon arrival. (B)

For more information about the Riu Beach Resort click here

For information about the Westin Playa Conchal click here

For more information about the Deluxe JW Marriott Guanacaste click here

Day 05-06-07 GUANACASTE BEACHES

Days at leisure to enjoy this beautiful beaches or Guanacaste.... (B)

Day 08 GUANACASTE-LIBERIA- U.S.A:

Transfer to Liberia airport for flight back to USA. (B)

LAND TOUR RATE PER PERSON (minimun 2 people)

2012 Rates	Double	Triple	Child
Irazu & Tamarindo Diria (Garden view) (B)	US$1798	1492	421
Crown Plaza Corobici & Riu Resort (all inclusive)	2194	1870	790
Marriott & Westin Playa Conchal (all inclusive)	2509	2410	1690
Marriott S. Jose & JW Marriott Guanacaste (B)	2383	NA	1420

Rates valid until Dec.15, 2012 . Riu and Westin Playa Conchal are a 5 star -all inclusive properties.

If you want to used Tabacon Resort please add US$431 per person based on double or triple (not include breakfast)

RATES NOT VALID DURING CHRISTMAS & NEW YEARS -PLEASE CALL 1-800-327-0080

Maximun number of people per room 4 (2 adults with 2 children). Children= under 11 years old.

If 2 or 3 families are traveling together -please call us, reduced rates will apply. The more people travel together, the less it will cost per person. Approximate saving per person/adult US$ 200 (when 2 families traveling together)

NOTE:

International airfare is not included. Approximate cost per person from Miami US$350-550, New York $450-650, Los Angeles $550-750. More cities available. Call your Travel agent or Tara Tours at 1-800-327-0080 or email us at: tara@taratours.com

INCLUDING:

7 nights hotel accommodations with room taxes and service charges. Meals as marked in itinerary (B=breakfast; L=lunch; D=dinner). Private transfers on arrival and departure (airport/hotel/airport). Private English speaking naturalist tour guide for the Arenal portion and entrance fees when necessary. Ground transportation from San Jose to Arenal and to Guanacaste and from Guanacaste to Liberia airport.

PLEASE TAKE NOTE RIU AND THE WESTIN PLAYA CONCHAL ARE ALL INCLUSIVE PROPERTIES (5 stars)

NOT INCLUDED:

International airfare from USA to Costa Rica. Airport departure taxes from USA and Costa Rica (US$26). Insurance (Please see information about INSURANCE HERE.). Passports or entry documents. Tips to tour guides.

ACTIVE COSTA RICA

Tropical Rafting, Biking, Canopy, Kayaks & Beach Adventure

8 days/7 nights
Daily departures

Locally hosted

Day 01: SAN JOSÉ
Airport meet & greet and transfer to hotel. Overnight in San Jose at Hotel Don Carlos B & B or similar.

Day 02: MOUNTAIN BIKING
Enjoy a full day of Mountain Biking in the Cartago or Turrialba area. You will be able to explore the beautiful countryside as you ride your bikes. Generally we bike between 3 and 5 hours depending on conditions. Overnight in Turrialba at local Hotel. (BL)

Day 03: PACUARE WHITEWATER RAFTING, CLASS III-IV
Trip of unsurpassed beauty, exuberant wildlife and ravishing rapids, the quintessential tropical river. Along its course lie densely vegetated gorges, which shelter jaguars, ocelots, monkeys, sloths and an incredible variety of birds. Driving time from Turrialba to the put in is less than 1 hour. The trip includes transportation, rafting equipment and professionally trained bilingual rafting guides. Time on the river approximately 5 hours. Overnight in Turrialba at Turrialba Lodge. (BL)

Day 04: MANUEL ANTONIO BEACH AND NATIONAL PARK
Morning ground transportation to San Jose where you will board flight to Quepos. Arrive and transfer to your hotel in Manuel Antonio. Miles of sandy white beaches have made this one of the most popular parks in the national parks system. You will be able to view migrating marine birds. The waters are crystal clear, making these beaches popular for snorkeling. The surf is gentle, great for swimming, body surfing, playing with a boogie board or just relaxing. The jungle of the national park reaches down to the beach so you can stroll through the park on your own or take a guided tour. A local sea kayak company offers day sea kayaking trips. Horses are available to rent. There are several restaurants to choose from. Overnight at Hotel Karahe or Costa Verde in Manuel Antonio. (B)

Day 05: MANUEL ANTONIO BEACH
Morning tour to Manuel Antonio National Park (except Mondays when park is closed) including round trip transportation from your hotel, local guide and park entrance fee. Balance of the day at leisure to enjoy the beautiful beaches and nature trails. Overnight at Hotel in Manuel Antonio area. (B)

Day 06: MANUEL ANTONIO CANOPY TOUR
Tour begins with an amazing drive through the rainforest out to the canopy site. During the ride there are many stops for everyone to learn about the flora and fauna of the area. The canopy site is located approximately forty-five minutes from Manuel Antonio, in an area called Paso Real. Here you will find a ranch house with full facilities, located next to a pristine river, this is where full breakfast is served. A spectacular river is the backdrop for these platforms carefully built in the canopy of the rainforest. Clients are able to traverse from tree to tree and platform to platform using pulleys on horizontal traverse cables, as they sail through the treetops of the tropical rainforest canopy, and over the trails far below. (Lunch included). Overnight at Hotel Karahe or Costa Verde in Manuel Antonio. (B,L)

Day 07: MANUEL ANTONIO BEACH -KAYAK TOUR
Return to San Jose via Jaco where nearby you will do your Kayak and snorkeling tour in the Pacific Ocean waters, after a short briefing and safety talk you are ready to paddle. The ocean is calm and non-threatening at Playa Agujas, where you paddle 30 to 40 minutes along spectacular cliffs filled with pelicans and frigate birds to one of the beaches. The quality of the snorkeling, like the weather, is a variable of the tour that we have no control over. But you will be in the best location for snorkeling on the Central Pacific Coast. Trip includes, all necessary equipment, a fresh fruit buffet served on the beach, bottled water during the trip and natural refreshment. Then continue to San Jose with transfer to your hotel. Overnight at Hotel Don Carlos B & B or similar. (B,L)

Day 08: DEPARTURE
Transfer to the airport for flight back to USA. (B)

2012 LAND TOUR COST PER PERSON (minimun 2 people)

Double US$2,140

Triple US$2,050

Single US$2,770

RATES NOT VALID DURING CHRISTMAS & NEW YEARS -PLEASE CALL 1-800-327-0080

Sample airfare from Miami US$350-550. Add-ons available from more than 100 USA cities

ALL RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME.

INCLUDING:

NOT INCLUDED:

International airfare. Costa Rica airport departure tax of US$26.00. Passports or entry documents. Tips to tour guides. Insurance.

(Insure America has designed a policy for Tara Tours clients. Cost for this program is $159.00-$200.00 pp. See more information about INSURANCE HERE )

DEPOSITS/FINAL PAYMENTS:

Deposit of US$150.00 per person at the time of placing reservations.

Final payment is due 50 days before departure.

CLOUD FOREST & JUNGLES

From US$1195 per person

Visiting Monteverde Cloud Forest,

the Jungles of Tortuguero and San Jose

8 Day/7 night Program

Daily departures - Locally hosted

DAY 01 U.S.A-COSTA RICA:

Depart U.S.A. for San Jose, Capital of Costa Rica. Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to hotel selected.

DAY 02 SAN JOSE-TORTUGUERO:

DAY 03 TORTUGUERO:

DAY 04 TORTUGUERO-SAN JOSE

You’ll waken to the sounds of howler monkeys in the forest behind the Lodge. Then, after a big, family style breakfast transfer by boat and by car to San Jose and to your hotel. (B,L)

DAY 05 SAN JOSE-POAS VOLCANO- MONTEVERDE
Morning pick-up for scenic drive by a Sun Tours driver/guide to Poas Volcano National Park. A high elevation park at 9,000 feet, it is often chilly so bring a jacket! The active volcano’s main crater is one of the widest and deepest in the world and has a turquoise-colored hot-acid lake which you can see from the fenced-edge or a viewing platform at the crater’s rim. Bring binoculars for a closer look at the yellow sulphur deposits at the base of steaming fumaroles in the crater walls above the lake. The vegetation is in places dwarfed by winds and the effects of volcanic acid rain! If time permits, After exploring Poas Park, continue on to Monteverde with a stop en-route for lunch... You will arrive in the communities outside the reserve. Here you will find a cheese factory, live exhibits of butterflies, frogs, orchids, numerous restaurants, and more. You will spend the night at Hotel Fonda Vela or similar. (B)
DAY 06 MONTEVERDE
In the morning visit a private reserve to explore a set of trails and canopy walkways amidst cloud forest. The treetop walkways are suitable for people of all ages in good physical condition. After, enjoy lunch in the Monteverde area at a local restaurant before the afternoon hike through the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve. The Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve is one of the world’s most diverse and richest tropical cloud forests. The remarkable reserve forest is characterized by trees densely covered from top to bottom with moist “carpets” of epiphytes including mosses, bromeliads, ferns and orchids. The lush, verdant vegetation is dominated by understory palms, majestic canopy trees, arching “ropy” lianas and bizarre “strangler” fig trees. This habitat is also seasonal home of the legendary crimson and iridescent green Resplendent Quetzal as well as many resident endemic mountain birds and tropical wildlife. Hotel Fonda Vela or similar (B)
DAY 07 MONTEVERDE-SAN JOSE
Explore the town of Santa Elena, before going back to San Jose or being transferred to the beach or other destination. You may just want to take advantage of banks and supermarkets or visit the local cheese factory, women’s cooperative (CASEM) or one of the many art and craft galleries to purchase some souvenirs or gifts for the folks back home. Local coffee, wood sculptures, embroidered clothing, and paintings by resident artists are just some of the offerings available.
Afternoon arrival back in San José and to hotel selected. (B)
DAY 08 SAN JOSE-U.S.A:

Transfer to the airport for flight to U.S.A and homeward bound. (B)

INCLUDING:

NOT INCLUDED:

Airfare. USA & Costa Rica airport departure taxes. Passports or entry documents; Tips to tour guides. Insurance.

Insure America has designed a policy for Tara Tours clients. Cost for this program is $93-129 per person. See more information about INSURANCE HERE.

*2012 LAND TOUR COST PER PERSON: (Minimum 2 people)

HOTELS	Double	Triple	Child 3-10years	Single Supplement
Irazu	US$1,258	1,195	583	484
San Jose Palacio, Crown Plaza Corobici	1,393	1,321	691	727
Marriott Costa Rica, Doubletree Cariari	1,591	1,528	880	970

RATES NOT VALID DURING CHRISTMAS & NEW YEARS -PLEASE CALL 1-800-327-0080

SAMPLE AIRFARE FROM MIAMI: US$350-550

ADD-ONS FROM OTHER CITIES Via American or Taca Airlines.

Add $250 from EWR, NYC, WAS, BOS, HOU, DFW & Zone 1 & 2; Add $280 from CHI, ATL, LAX, SFO; Add $250 from Zone 3 & 4 and $350 from Zone 5 & 6.

Zone 1: FL; Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX; Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT; Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI; Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT; Zone 6: OR, WA

DEPOSITS/FINAL PAYMENTS:

Deposit of US$150.00 per person at the time of placing reservations.

Final payment is due 50 days before departure.

TORTUGUERO "JUNGLE FEVER"

From US$529 per person

Visiting the Jungles of Tortuguero

6 Day/5 night Program -

Daily departures

DAY 01 U.S.A.-COSTA RICA:

Depart U.S.A. for San Jose, Capital of Costa Rica. Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to hotel Irazu Best Western (4stars)

Day 02 SAN JOSE-TORTUGUERO:

In the morning, your guide will pick up at your hotel and from San Jose you will travel via bus going through high mountain plateaus, eventually winding down to the coastal plain with its rich banana plantations down to Hamburgo, where you will board a jungle boat for Pachira or Mawamba lodge. (B,L,D.)

Day 03 JUNGLES OF TORTUGUERO:

After breakfast, you will board the riverboat for a 3-6 hour voyage through the quiet river and canal system that connects it with Costa Rica’s rich tropical rain forest. You are likely to glimpse birds of startling beauty, including toucans and brilliantly colored parrots. Costa Rica has more than 800 species of birds, more than all of the United States and Canada combined, and your guide will help you identify them. (B,L ,D.)

Day 04 TORTUGUERO-SAN JOSE:

You’ll be awaken by the sounds of howler monkeys in the forest behind the Lodge. Then, after a big, family style breakfast, return by boat/car to San Jose with transfer to the hotel Irazu (B).

Day 05 SAN JOSE

At leisure to explore San Jose on your own. Plenty of optional tours available (River rafting, Arenal volcano, Poas national park, butterfly farm, Beach day by boat and many more....email us for more info and rates at tara@taratours.com(B)

Day 06 SAN JOSE-U.S.A:

Transfer to the airport for flight to U.S.A and homeward bound. (B)

INCLUDING:

· Five nights hotel accommodations with room taxes and service charges (3n at Hotel Irazu and 2 nights at Pachira or Mawamba Lodge). Meals as marked in itinerary (B=breakfast; L=lunch; D=dinner). Transfers on arrival and departure (airport/hotel/airport). English speaking naturalist tour guides and entrance fees when necessary. Ground transportation from San Jose to the Jungles of Tortuguero.

NOT INCLUDED:

International airfare, Costa Rica departure tax of US$26.00, Passports or entry documents. Tips to tour guides. Insurance.

2012 LAND TOUR COST:

Per Person	Dec16, 2011 to Apr.30, 2012	Apr.30, 2012 to Dec.15, 2012
Sharing Double	US$628.00	US$556.00
Sharing Triple	583.00	529.00
Single	970.00	880.00
Child (3-11 years old)	331.00	313.00

AIRFARE IS NOT INCLUDED.

Child rate apply when share room with 2 adults.

SAMPLE AIRFARE FROM MIAMI: US$350-550

ADD-ONS FROM OTHER USA CITIES:

Add $250 from EWR, NYC, WAS, BOS, HOU, DFW & Zone 1 & 2; Add $280 from CHI, ATL, LAX, SFO; Add $250 from Zone 3 & 4 and $350 from Zone 5 & 6.

ZONE CHART: Zone 1: FL; Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX; Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT; Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI; Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT; Zone 6: OR, WA

DEPOSITS/FINAL PAYMENTS:

Deposit of US$150.00 per person at the time of placing reservations. Final payment is due 45 days before departure. (Airline may require to do tickets in advance...so payment may need to be sent earlier to Tara Tours Inc.)

CANCELLATIONS:

See Payments & Cancellation

INSURANCE: Insure America has designed a policy for Tara Tours clients. Cost for this program is $74 pp. See more information about INSURANCE HERE.

COSTA RICA ON A BUDGET

Visiting San Jose, Arenal & the Beaches of Tamarindo

From US$997 per person

8 Day/7 night Program -
Daily Departures

DAY 01 U.S.A-COSTA RICA:
Depart U.S.A. for San Jose, Capital of Costa Rica. Upon arrival you will be met and transfer to hotel Don Carlos
Day 02 SAN JOSE-ARENAL:
Depart from San Jose to the Arenal area via shuttle transfer it is a scenic 3-hour drive through mountains and rich agricultural lands to the Arenal area and the Arenal volcano, which is the youngest Volcano in Costa Rica and the most active. The 1,657 meter high (5,437 ft) volcano towers above Lake Arenal's Eastern shores. Overnight at hotel Volcano Lodge, with great views of the Volcano. (B)
Day 03 ARENAL NATIONAL PARK
This morning enjoy a hike with your guide inside the Arenal National Park through rainforest where monkeys, toucans and parrots are frequently seen. Continue over a cold blocky lava flow from Arenal Volcano that formed in 1992 and provides panoramic vistas of the volcano, forests, mountains and Arenal Lake. In the afternoon at leisure to explore the area on your own or take an optional tour. (B)
Day 04 ARENAL- GUANACASTE
In the morning –shuttle transfer to Tamarindo beach –one of the most beautiful and popular beach area in Costa Rica.

Tamarindo is home to steady surfing waves, perfect Pacific sunsets, an a great variety of dining options, and a very good nightlife, Tamarindo is an ideal destination for people that enjoy beaches and relaxation.

Overnight at Tamarindo Diria. (B)
Day 05-06-07 GUANACASTE BEACHES:
Days at leisure to enjoy this beautiful beaches in Tamarindo or take optional tours to nearby park and reserves such as Las Baulas National Park , Ostional National Wildlife Refuge, Lomas Barbudal Biological Reserve, Palo Verde and to Rincon de la Vieja National Park. Overnight Hotel Tamarindo Diria (B)
Day 08 GUANACASTE-SAN JOSE-U.S.A:
Transfer to the local airport for flight to San Jose where you will be connecting with flight back to USA. (B)

INCLUDING:
7 nights hotel accommodations with room taxes and service charges. Meals as marked in itinerary (B=breakfast; L=lunch;). Transfers on arrival and departure (airport/hotel/airport). English speaking naturalist tour guides and entrance fees when necessary. Ground transportation from San Jose to Arenal and to Guanacaste. Local air from Tamarindo to San Jose.

NOT INCLUDED:
International airfare. Insurance. (Please see information about Insurance here). Costa Rica airport departure tax of US$26.00. Passports or entry documents. Tips to tour guides.

LAND TOUR COST PER PERSON:

2012	Jan 02-Apr.15 Jul.01-Aug.15	Apr.16-Jun.30 Aug.16-Dec.15
Sharing Double	US$1,186.00	US$1,096
Sharing Triple	997.00	925
Single	1,996.00	1,852

RATES NOT VALID DURING HOLY WEEK, CHRISTMAS & NEW YEARS -
If you want to used Tabacon Resort please add US$431 per person based on double or triple (not include breakfast)

APPROXIMATE COST AIRFARE FROM MIAMI
US$350-550 plus taxes

ADD-ONS VIA AMERICAN AIRLINES:

Add $250 from EWR, NYC, WAS, BOS, HOU, DFW & Zone 1 & 2; Add $280 from CHI, ATL, LAX, SFO; Add $250 from Zone 3 & 4 and $350 from Zone 5 & 6.

DEPOSITS/FINAL PAYMENTS:

Deposit of US$150.00 per person at the time of placing reservations. Final payment is due 45 days before departure.

(In the case we do the airline portion...full payment will be need it for the air. Airlines don't guarantee airfares unless ticketed)

CANCELLATIONS:

See Payments & Cancellation

INSURANCE: Insure America has designed a policy for Tara Tours clients. Cost for this program is $93.00-$129.00 pp. See more information about INSURANCE HERE.

BEST OF COSTA RICA

Visiting Tiskita Jungle Lodge, The Arenal Volcano

and Monteverde Cloud Forest

9 Day / 8 Night Program -Daily Departures- Locally escorted.

Day 1 MIAMI-SAN JOSE:

Departs U.S.A for San Jose, Costa Rica. Arrive and transfer to hotel Grano de Oro. Orientation and briefing on next days activities.

Day 2 TISKITA JUNGLE LODGE:

Early morning pick-up at your hotel by driver for single engine charter flight to Tiskita Jungle Lodge.(about 70 minutes flight time). Arrive at Tiskita mid-morning. While at Tiskita enjoy guided walks through the private rain forest and the exotic fruit farm with the resident guides. (B,L,D)

Day 3 TISKITA:

There are also self-guided pamphlets available for the rain forest and the interesting life to be found in the tidal pools. The beach is beautiful and isolated - swimming recommended only at low tide. There are fresh water jungle pools to cool you off. The bird watching is fabulous - over 285 species have been identified around Tiskita. Slow down and relax in this beautiful place and you’ll see why so many guests have described it as a "paradise on earth". Overnight at Tiskita Jungle Lodge (B,L,D)

Day 4 TISKITA:

Day at leisure to enjoy Tiskita or take an optional tour to Corcovado National Park and Sirena Ranger Station. The park has been called "the most biologically intense place on earth" by National Geographic. Conditions are hot and humid. (B,L,D)

Day 5: COCORA CLOUD FOREST AND GARDENS, TRANSFER TO ARENAL VOLCANO
Flight back to San José. En route to Arenal Volcano you will take a short break and visit the community’s agriculture town market in San Ramon. This market offers a variety of tropical fruits and vegetables, including some that are rarely seen outside the tropics.
You will continue on with a visit to the Cocora Private hummingbird and butterfly gardens. Cocora is located in the cloud forest belt at 3000 feet elevation and offers the visitor attractive tropical plants and colorful butterflies and hummingbirds.
After a traditional lunch at Doña Mara´s house, you will continue on to your Arenal area hotel, travelling in the north central lowlands of Costa Rica among farmlands of tropical crops and cattle ranches. (B,L)
Day 6: LA FORTUNA WATERFALLS, ORGANIC FARM, DANAUS ECOLOGICAL CENTER
In the morning you will visit the Fortuna Waterfalls. Located just 3 miles away from the town of La Fortuna, this beautiful 200 foot-tall waterfall receives its cool clear waters from the pristine forested mountains of Arenal National Park. En route and near the falls one may see parrots, toucans and tropical hummingbirds. The steep trail to the waterfall goes down through dense, lush rain forest and ends at a large pool at the base of the falls. In addition to seeing a majestic waterfall in a beautiful setting, visitors to the falls are helping the local community. The fees collected are used for important community projects such as supporting area schools, buying books, and helping cover some of the expenses for the town orphanage. Additionally funds are used for recycling projects, maintenance of the community water supply, improvement of the local roads and sidewalks and construction of an educational center.
Later you will have lunch at a local organic farm in the town of La Fortuna.
After lunch you will have a natural history walk at the Danaus Ecological Center. This small biological reserve east of the town of La Fortuna near Arenal Volcano is a model of conservation. Visitors will see that it is possible to restore a rainforest. This reserve was once open farmland, but has been allowed to revert back to forest which now teems with wildlife. Slow-moving sloths live here, and along the main trail visitors may see a number of the 154 bird species recorded here. This trail passes by a small lake where boat-billed herons and alligator-like caiman reside. Tiny native red poison dart frogs can be seen in a little “ranario” (frog farm) and many different species of butterflies flit about the reserve. A nursery on the property is used to propagate native trees- including species in danger of extinction-for reforestation projects. (B,L)
Day 7: ARENAL HANGING BRIDGES, TRANSFER TO MONTEVERDE

Today you will visit the Arenal Hanging Bridges. This is a complex of suspended bridges and trails through a beautiful rain forest. The lush vegetation contains palms, heliconias and tall trees that you will view from ground level to above the tree tops as you meander along the trails and on the bridges. From some of the bridges there are also panoramic views of nearby Arenal Volcano. As you walk through the forest, you may encounter a variety of the forest wildlife, including toucans, motmots, trogons, poison dart frogs, howling monkeys, spider monkeys and white-faced capuchin monkeys. After your rainforest bridges walk, you will travel up into the mountains on your way to Monteverde. Your journey will bring you through small rural Costa Rican villages passing coffee and dairy farms. Monteverde is both a community and forest reserve. The world-famous Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve protects a mountain forest characterized by majestic trees densely covered by thick, wet and heavy “carpets” of epiphytes, including orchids and wild relatives of familiar tropical house plants – philodendrons, ferns and ficus trees.The beautiful Resplendent Quetzal spends about ½ the year here and the forest is home to hundreds of other bird and mammal species.This private reserve has been intensely studied by scientists since its founding in 1972, and is the site of important pioneering research on the effects of climate change in tropical ecosystems. Several resident biologists are renowned experts on tropical bats, plants and amphibians. The reserve staff strives to educate international as well as local students about ecology and the importance of its conservation, and the reserve serves as an example of how a protected forest can be of great value to the region’s residents.The communities outside the reserve include Monteverde, Cerro Plano, and Santa Elena. The most important farm products are organic coffee (which can be purchased in local stores) and milk for the local Monteverde Cheese Factory. The factory has been producing a variety of high-quality cheeses in Costa Rica since shortly after Quakers from the United States settled the area in 1950´s. (B)

Day 8: MONTEVERDE RESERVE, SUGAR MILL AND COFFEE TOUR
In the morning you will visit the Trapiche (‘sugar mill’) and coffee farm, that first began operation in 1948. The Monteverde Trapiche is run by a local family, and on your tour you will not only learn about the local process of making sugar, but also about the other most important agricultural products of the region. Your tour will be partly ‘hands-on,’ and your hosts may invite you to participate in the processing of the sugar cane! You will also have a short walk on the farm and see how tilapia fish are raised, and also learn about the production of coffee (and if in season, pick some). Following your walk, you will then take a ride back to the main building in a traditional farm ox cart! There you will enjoy a refreshment of sugar cane juice or lemonade, eat picadillo de arracache (a typical Costa Rican food) and make candy out of sugar cane (everyone makes their own candy!).
After lunch enjoy a guided visit to the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, entrance fee included. Located in the Tilaran Mountain Range of Puntarenas Province, the Reserve is one of the premier natural history destinations in Costa Rica. Later in the afternoon the forest may be cool and misty from low cloud cover, so bring a light jacket for your walk.
The forest consists of lush, verdant vegetation containing understory palms, majestic canopy trees, arching “ropy” lianas, bizarre “strangler” fig trees and epiphytes-small plants that grow on the trees. Frequently-sighted mammals include white-faced capuchin and howler monkeys, white-nosed coatis, two-toed sloths, kinkajous, and agoutis. Of the 400 bird species found in or nearby the reserve, outstanding species you may see include the legendary crimson and iridescent-green Resplendent Quetzal (which spends about ½ the year in the area during its breeding season from February or March to July), Emerald Toucanets, Black guans, Keel-billed toucans, Blue-crowned Motmots, Orange-bellied Trogons, Three-wattled Bellbirds (approximately April to August), and hummingbirds such as Purple-throated Mountain-gems, Violet Sabrewings, and Magenta-throated Woodstars. The wonderful songs of many of these birds will accompany you as you travel. (B,L)
Day 9: DEPARTURE MONTEVERDE-SAN JOSE-USA
Transfer to San Jose or Liberia International Airport to check in 3 hours before your scheduled flight home

NOT INCLUDED: International airfare. USA airport departure taxes. Costa Rica departure tax of US$26.00. Tips to tour guides. Insurance. (Insure America has designed a policy for Tara Tours clients. Cost for this program is $164.00-$235.00 pp. See more information about INSURANCE HERE )

2012 LAND TOUR RATES PER PERSON:

(Minimum 2 people)


Sharing double acc.	US$2,698.00
Sharing triple acc.	2,608.00
Single Supp.	691.00
Children (3-11)	1,582

AIRFARE NOT INCLUDED.

RATES NOT VALID DURING CHRISTMAS & NEW YEARS -PLEASE CALL 1-800-327-0080

SAMPLE AIRFARE: From Miami US$350-500.

ADD-ONS TO SAMPLE AIRFARE VIA AMERICAN AIRLINES:

Add $250 from EWR, NYC, WAS, BOS, HOU, DFW & Zone 1 & 2; Add $280 from CHI, ATL, LAX, SFO; Add $250 from Zone 3 & 4 and $350 from Zone 5 & 6.

ZONE CHART: Zone 1: FL;     Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX;     Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT;     Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI;     Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT;     Zone 6: OR, WA

DEPOSITS/FINAL PAYMENTS:

Deposit of US$200.00 per person at the time of placing reservations.

Final payment is due 60 days before departure.

CANCELLATIONS:

Please refer to General Conditions and Information at back page.

WESTIN PLAYA CONCHAL-DELUXE

All inclusive beach property -6nights

Westin Playa Conchal lies on one-and-a-half miles of white-sand beaches and is framed by surrounding tropical forests. All 292 villa-suites are richly decorated and open to a private terrace. The resort features the “Lion’s Paw” 18-hole championship golf course designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. which incorporates its native neighboring landscape. Come and enjoy this beautiful area of Costa Rica.

Beach and Golf Resort all Inclusive - 7 DAYS-6 NIGHTS

LAND TOUR RATES PER PERSON:

Season 2012 Double Triple Single Children

Dec.22-Jan.02, 2012 US$3517 3409 5173 2300

Jan.03-31 & Feb.25-Apr.08 Special 1591 1537 1996 691

Apr.09-Oct.31, 2012 1807 1708 2590 1150

Special must be booked by Feb.10, 2012 -Can change at any time.

PLUS AIRFARE: Approximate cost from Miami to Liberia US$550-700 RT. Plus taxes

CHILDREN: 02-12- years old .Must be sharing room with 2 adults. ALL RATES PER PERSON.

INCLUDING:

Round trip transfers from Liberia airport to WESTIN Playa Conchal hotel. 6 nights at the Beach & *Golf resort-All Suites-All Inclusive Paradisus Playa Conchal (Round of the House Junior Suites) with unlimited food and snacks, room service 24 hours, domestic and premium beverages, mini-bar in room (soft drinks, beer, water). Non motorized water and land sports included with the exception of Scuba diving. Exercise facilities, swimming pools, gym, bicycles, tennis courts, all transfers, room taxes and more…....Other new adventure activities at WESTIN Playa Conchal, offered at no cost, include laser shooting, a 17-foot climbing wall, bungee trampoline, organized eco hikes, organized bird watching walks, Hobbie Cat catamarans and pedal boats, Horseback riding and kayaking. The resort has a new 150-person theatre for nightly live shows, a Kid’s Club, Costa Rican dance classes, ceramic making classes, cooking and painting classes.

For information about the WESTIN Playa Conchal click here

NOT INCLUDED: International airfare; Insurance; airport taxes; US$26 when leaving Costa Rica; passports; tips to guides and any other service not specifically mentioned here.

Insure America has designed a policy for Tara Tours clients. Cost for this program is $93-129 pp. See more information about INSURANCE HERE.

SAMPLE AIRFARE AND ADD-ONS VIA AMERICAN or TACA AIRLINES:

From Miami US$550-700 to Liberia Please, e-mail us for updates at tara@taratours.com

Sample add-ons:

Add $250 from EWR, NYC, WAS, BOS, HOU, DFW & Zone 1 & 2; Add $280 from CHI, ATL, LAX, SFO; Add $250 from Zone 3 & 4 and $350 from Zone 5 & 6.

AMERICAN AIRLINES ZONE CHART: Zone 1: FL;     Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX;     Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT;     Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI;     Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT;     Zone 6: OR, WA

* GOLF: Unlimited Golf @$85 per person daily in the Masterpiece –18 hole signature Golf Course "Garra de Leon".

BARCELO PLAYA TAMBOR -ALL INCLUSIVE

7 days/6 nights

Daily Departures - Land tour rates

2012
Double

Triple

Single

Children

Jan.02-Apr.08, 2012 US$1090 999 1690 499

*Apr.09-Dec.23, 2012 817 763 1456 396

Dec.24-Jan.02, 2013 1620 1510 2590 858

*From Jul.01 to Jul.31 please add $90 per person, (High Season)

ALL RATES PER PERSON. AIRFARE NOT INCLUDED

INCLUDING:

Shuttle transfers from San Jose to Playa Tambor (RT). Six nights at the exclusive NEWLY RENOVATED beach resort Barcelo Playa Tambor an all-inclusive resort with sumptuous buffet and a la carte dining, Unlimited domestic & selected International drinks, wines, evening entertainment, windsurfing, kayaking, sailing, tennis courts, room taxes and service charges & all transfers.   -

NOT INCLUDED:

AIRFARE USA airport taxes · Meals · Passport fees, insurance and other services not specifically mentioned in the included section.. Costa Rica departure tax $26, insurance, imported drinks, room service, laundry.

Insure America has designed a policy for Tara Tours clients. See more information about INSURANCE HERE.

COST EXTRA NIGHTS-ALL INCLUSIVE (Apr.05-Dec.23) Per Person DBL $97; TRP $88; SGL $165; CHILD $30

SAMPLE AIRFARE: FROM MIAMI US$450-650

ADD-ONS VIA AMERICAN or TACA AIRLINES:

Add $250 from EWR, NYC, WAS, BOS, HOU, DFW & Zone 1 & 2; Add $280 from CHI, ATL, LAX, SFO; Add $250 from Zone 3 & 4 and $350 from Zone 5 & 6.

ZONE CHART: Zone 1: FL;     Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX;     Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT;     Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI;     Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT;     Zone 6: OR, WA

For more information about Barcelo Playa Tambor click here

DEPOSITS/FINAL PAYMENTS:

Deposit of US$150.00 per person at the time of placing reservations.

Final payment is due 60 days before departure.

BARCELO PLAYA LANGOSTA

-ALL INCLUSIVE

7 days/6 nights

Daily Departures

2012
Double

Single

Children

Jan.03-Apr.04, 2012 US$1234 1992 418

* From   Jun.15 to Aug.15 add $100 pp. Deduction for Triple $61.00

Airfare not included.

INCLUDING:

Local transfers from San Jose or Liberia by shuttle to Playa Langosta (round trip); six nights at the exclusive beach resort Barcelo Playa Langosta an all-inclusive resort with sumptuous buffet and a la carte dining, Unlimited domestic & selected International drinks, wines, evening entertainment, windsurfing, kayaking, sailing, tennis courts and more… Room taxes and service charges & all transfers.

ALL RATES PER PERSON

NOT INCLUDED:

AIRFARE; USA airport departure /security /fuel surcharges/ taxes -from USA $88, Costa Rica departure tax $26, insurance, imported drinks, room service, laundry. Telephone and communications. Fax. Postal service, outings, pool table, hair-dresser. Massages. Jewelry shop. Souvenir shop. Travel agency. Car rental....and any other service not mentioned in the all inclusive section.

Insure America has designed a policy for Tara Tours clients. See more information about INSURANCE HERE.

SAMPLE AIR: FROM MIAMI US$450-650

ADD-ONS VIA AMERICAN AIRLINES:

Add $250 from EWR, NYC, WAS, BOS, HOU, DFW & Zone 1 & 2; Add $280 from CHI, ATL, LAX, SFO; Add $250 from Zone 3 & 4 and $350 from Zone 5 & 6.

ZONE CHART: Zone 1: FL;     Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX;     Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT;     Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI;     Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT;     Zone 6: OR, WA

For more information about the Barcelo Langosta click here

DEPOSITS/FINAL PAYMENTS:

Deposit of US$200.00 per person at the time of placing reservations.

Final payment is due 60 days before departure.

Corcovado National Park

Corcovado National Park is a National Park on the Osa Peninsula in the South West of Costa Rica, which is part of the Osa Conservation Area. It was established on 24 October 1975, and encompasses an area of 425 km² (263 mi²). It is widely considered the crown jewel in the extensive system of national parks and biological reserves spread across the country. The ecological variety is quite stunning. National Geographic has called it "the most biologically intense place on Earth". Not only is the park very popular with tropical ecologists, a visitor can expect to see an abundance of wildlife.
The park protects various threatened plant and animal species, and is known to have about 124 species of mammals (over 50 bats); 375 species of birds (perhaps 5-8 endemics); 117 species of reptiles and amphibians (2 crocodilians, 4 sea turtles); 66 freshwater fish species; and 70 species of marine crabs. Among the mammals are 4 monkey species (e.g. Central American squirrel monkey, white-faced capuchin), anteaters, sloths, southern river otter, crab-eating raccoon, 5-6 cat species (e.g. ocelot, margay, jaguar), peccaries and Baird's tapir. Come and join us to discover Corcovado..!!

8 days / 7 nights

Including:

- Air transportation San José - Palmar Sur - San José.
- Land transportation Palmar Sur - Sierpe - Palmar Sur.
- Boat transportation Sierpe - Casa Corcovado - Sierpe.
- 6 nights lodging in a Deluxe Bungalow at Casa Corcovado.
- Tour to Corcovado National Park.
- Tour to Caño Island.
- Hiking on the Casa Corcovado Trails.
- Kayak tour to San Josecito or Full day Horseback ridding.
- All meals at Corcovado Lodge, park fees and taxes.

- First night in San Jose at Hotel Irazu with breakfast.

2012 Tour rates per person including airfare from Miami Double Triple Single Child

Jan.06 to Apr.30, US$1780 1708 1978 1294

May 01 to Dec.14 (closed Sep.15-Nov.14) 1564 1530 1780 1096

RATES NOT VALID DURING CHRISTMAS & NEW YEARS -PLEASE CALL 1-800-327-0080

Not included:

International airfare; Insurance; Costa Rica departure tax of US$26.00; Passports or entry documents; Tips to tour guides and hotel porters/maids; USA departure tax/fuel surcharge/security about $88-140 (it changes all the time...please call).

Alcohol beverages are not included
Casa Corcovado is closed from September 15 to November 14th.
Children package based on children's under 11 years old, sharing room with 2 adults.

If you have your own air-please deduct US$450 for the international portion Miami-San Jose-Miami.

ADD-ONS VIA AMERICAN AIRLINES:

Add $250 from EWR, NYC, WAS, BOS, HOU, DFW & Zone 1 & 2; Add $280 from CHI, ATL, LAX, SFO; Add $250 from Zone 3 & 4 and $350 from Zone 5 & 6.

Zone 1: FL;     Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX;     Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT;     Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI;     Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT;     Zone 6: OR, WA

DEPOSITS/FINAL PAYMENTS: Deposit of US$250.00 per person at the time of placing reservations. Final payment is due 60 days before departure.

Manuel Antonio National Park

Manuel Antonio National Park, is a small National Park in the Central Pacific Conservation Area located on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica, just south of the city of Quepos, Puntarenas, and 132 km from the national capital of San José. Established in 1972 with an area enumerating 4,014 acres (16.24 km²) (the smallest of any Costa Rican national park), it is the destination of as many as 150,000 visitors annually and well-known for its beautiful beaches and hiking trails.

Although Manuel Antonio National Park is Costa Rica's smallest national park, the diversity of wildlife in its 6.83 km² is unequaled with 109 species of mammals and 184 species of birds. Both Brown-throated Three-toed Sloth and Hoffmann's Two-toed Sloth (perezosos) are a major feature, as are the Mantled Howler monkey, Central American Squirrel Monkey, and White-headed Capuchin monkey. Black Spiny-tailed Iguana, Green Iguana, Common Basilisk, White-nosed Coati and many snake and bat species are also common in the park. Included in the 184 bird species[1] are toucans, woodpeckers, putoos, marmots, tanagers, Turkey Vulture, parakeets and hawks. Dolphins can be observed there, as well as the occasional migrating whale. Scuba diving, snorkeling, sea kayaking, mountain biking, and hiking provide opportunities to experience the tropical wildlife that enriches Manuel Antonio.

8 days/7 nights

Programs include:

7 night hotel accommodations of your choice in Manuel Antonio; Transfer on arrival and departure; local airfare San Jose-Quepos-San Jose; Daily breakfast; room taxes and services charges. (Optional tours available upon request)

Not included:

International airfare; Insurance; Costa Rica departure tax of US$26.00; Passports or entry documents; Tips to tour guides and hotel porters/maids; USA departure tax/fuel surcharge/security about $88-140 (it changes all the time...please call)

Hotels -Rates per person for 2012 Double Triple Single

Karahe (std rooms) US$790 772 1330

Mariposa, Si Como no (4 stars) 1560 1481 2120

Parador (std rooms) Jan.04-Apr.30 & Jul.1-Aug.31 1480 n/a 2690

Parador (std.rooms) May 01-Jun.30 & Sep.01-Dec.12 1380 n/a 2490

La Mansion Inn Boutique Hotel (deluxe rooms) Jan.03-Apr.30 1391 1250 2532

La Mansion Inn Boutique Hotel (deluxe rooms) May 01-Nov.15** 952 880 1690

International airfare not included. Aproximate cost from Miami US$400-500; New York $500-600; Los Angeles 600-700

**From Ju.01 to Aug.31 and Nov.16 to Dec.22 -Please adLa Mansion Inn do not accept children under 12 years old

ADD-ONS VIA AMERICAN AIRLINES:

Add $250 from EWR, NYC, WAS, BOS, HOU, DFW & Zone 1 & 2; Add $280 from CHI, ATL, LAX, SFO; Add $250 from Zone 3 & 4 and $350 from Zone 5 & 6.

ZONE CHART: Zone 1: FL;     Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX;     Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT;     Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI;     Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT;     Zone 6: OR, WA

RENT A CAR 2012

TYPE OF CAR

CLASS

DAILY

WEEKLY RATE

MCMR Suzuki Celerio

Manual

US$33

US$175

CCMR Nissan Tilda

Manual

40

245

CFMR 4x4 Suzuki Jimmy

Manual

40

245

IFMR 4x4 Gran Vitara Suzuki

Manual

65

375

FFAR 4x4 Mitsubishi Mativa S

Automatic

80

465

Insurance: To be paid direct in Costa Rica US$20.00 to 50.00 daily. There is a deductible of $1000.00 -by law in Costa Rica that will be charged to your credit card in case of any damage done to the car. Does not include gasoline, drop-off charges, additional drivers. There is 5% del LPF ( Licensed plate fee) to be paid in Costa Rica. Please consult with your travel agent before departure.     ALL CARS WITH A/C

LOW SEASON DISCOUNT 10% Apr.16-Nov.30

THE ABOVE RATES DO NOT INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:

INSURANCE: The basic insurance is mandatory with deductible. Full cover insurance does not include deductible (restrictions applied). Insurance is not commissionable.

DROP OFF: Cars returned in a different office or area, from where originally was rented, have an extra charge of US$30.00 in L.S. and US$50.00 in H.S. Drop off charges are not commissionable.

ADDITIONAL DRIVERS: Have an extra charge of US$10.00 daily only during H.S.

UNDERAGE CHARGE: It will be US$15.00 daily (21-23 years old).

CHILD SEATS: Have an extra charge of US$5.00 daily only during H.S.

EXTRA HOURS: Tolerance 1 hour. Extra hours will be $8.00 each one (maximum 3). Exceeding 3 hours, daily fee will be charged.



ALL RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME UNLESS PAY IN FULL.

Fishing in Quepos (Manuel Antonio) Costa Rica

From US$ 1492 per person

The Pacific Ocean provides Costa Rica with consistently exciting fishing. The fish that live in these waters are Sailfish, Marlin, Yellow fin, Tuna, Wahoo, Roosterfish, Mackerel, Dorado, and Red Snapper. It is the Bill fishing that has made the area famous, with Sailfish being the most abundant.

6 days 5 night package

Package Includes:

* Flights from San José to Quepos (Manuel Antonio) Round trip.
* Transfers upon arrival and departure in Quepos (Manuel Antonio).
* 3 Full day day offshore fishing on Bluefin II (28 foot Custom Sportfisher, 330 HP inboard Cummins, IGFA Tackle...)
* Fishing licenses (valid for one year).
* Transfers hotel/pier/hotel
* 5 night hotel accommodations in Quepos at hotel California with room taxes, services charges and daily breakfast.

(On full day fishing... lunch, fruits, soft drinks, water, beer, conventional equipment, captain & mate, included. (7.30am-4.30pm).

NOT INCLUDES:

International airfare, airport taxes, tips or extra alcoholic beverages. Insurance or any other service not specifically mentioned here.

2012 Rates per person:

Triple   US$1492 (3 fisherman per boat, 1 triple bedded room)

Double US$2590 (2 fisherman per boat, 1 double bedded room)

Double US$1870 (4 fisherman per boat, 2 double bedded room)

RATES NOT VALID DURING CHRISTMAS & NEW YEARS -PLEASE CALL 1-800-327-0080

COSTA RICA BRAND NEW ALL INCLUSIVE

Beach Resort "Riu" Guanacaste

The brand-new RIU Guanacaste Hotel is a 24-hour all-inclusive Five Star resort

located on Matapalo Beach (Guanacaste), only 20 miles from Liberia airport.

US$1,195 per person double

7 days/6nights

Daily Departure

LAND TOUR COST 2012
Double

Triple

Single

Children

Feb. 01-Apr.30 (booked until Feb.16) US$1624 1510 2680 997

May 01-Aug.17 Special 1195 1150 1960 880

Special: Booking window from Jan.26 until Apr.30, 2012.

Air fare is not included. Approximate cost from Miami US$650-750 to Liberia, Costa RIca

Children age: 2 to 12 years old (children 0 to 1 year old are free for the land tour portion)

INCLUDING:

Round trip transfers from Liberia to Guanacaste. 6 nights at the brand new beach resort-all inclusive Riu (double room/run of the house); all meals and unlimited domestic & selected International drinks, evening entertainment, windsurfing, sailing, tennis courts and more… Room taxes and service charges. Transfers on arrival and departure from LIberia airport.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE HOTEL CLICK HERE

NOT INCLUDED:

International airfare. USA airport departure tax. Costa Rica departure tax $30, insurance...and any other service not mentioned in the including section.

SAMPLE AIRFARE FROM MIAMI: US$650-750

ADD-ONS FROM MIAMI:

Add $250 from EWR, NYC, WAS, BOS, HOU, DFW & Zone 1 & 2; Add $300 from CHI, ATL, LAX, SFO; Add $350 from Zone 3 & 4 and $450 from Zone 5 & 6.

AMERICAN AIRLINES ZONES

Zone 1: FL;     Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX;     Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT;     Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI;     Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT;     Zone 6: OR, WA

SUPER SPECIAL DELUXE JW MARRIOTT GUANACASTE

7 days/6 nights

Daily departures

2012
Double

Triple

Single

Children

Jan to July 30, 2012 US$1870 1780 2790 970

Aifare not included. Sample airfare from Miami US$600-700

INCLUDING:

Round trip transfers Liberia/Hotel/Liberia; 6 nights at the Beach Resort JW Marriott with all daily buffet breakfast and Deluxe Garden Rooms (upgrades available to Deluxe Ocean view); Exercise facilities, swimming pools, gym, one coupon of US$20 per day per person for the Spa (non refundable, non accumulative), room taxes and more…....

NOT INCLUDED: International airfare to Liberia, Insurance, airport taxes from USA and $26 when leaving Costa Rica), passports, tips to guides and any other service not specifically mentioned here.

For more information about the Deluxe JW Marriott Guanacaste click here

Insure America has designed a policy for Tara Tours clients. Cost for this program is $93-129 per person. See more information about INSURANCE HERE.

SAMPLE AIR: From Miami US$600-700

SAMPLE ADD-ONS:

Add $300 from EWR, NYC, WAS, BOS, HOU, DFW & Zone 1 & 2; Add $300 from CHI, ATL, LAX, SFO; Add $350 from Zone 3 & 4 and $450 from Zone 5 & 6.

ZONE CHART:

Zone 1: FL;     Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX;     Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT;     Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI;     Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT;     Zone 6: OR, WA

DEPOSITS/FINAL PAYMENTS:

Deposit of US$150.00 per person at the time of placing reservations, plus cost of airline tickets. (Airline tickets may need to be done immediately as airlines don't guarantee airfares unless ticketed. We will advise you at the time of reservations)

Final payment is due 60 days before departure.

PLEASE TAKE NOTE OFFER SUBJECT TO AIR AVAILABILITY. If you already have your own air -please deduct US$673.

RATES NOT VALID DURING CHRISTMAS & NEW YEARS -PLEASE CALL 1-800-327-0080

MORE PROGRAMS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST !

For questions or further information about these programs

Have your Travel Agent call Tara Tours at

1-800-327-0080 or e-mail us at:

tara@taratours.com

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