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| Visitors are awed by the
deep crater of the Poas volcano, and relish
in the beauty of the surrounding countryside. |
| Courtesy ICT |
Are you visiting the city of San José for
only a short period of time? Are you already living
in San José and wondering about ways to take
a little break from daily routine? The easily accessible
brochures of Expediciones Tropicales (www.costaricainfo.com)
offer a variety of activities at affordable prices.
One of the most popular one-day packages offered is
called the “Four in One – The Best of Costa
Rica,” which consists of visits to the Poas Volcano,
La Paz Waterfalls, Butterfly Garden and Sarapiqui
Jungle River. The excursion begins at dawn and, after
a short drive, the bus will stop for a Costa Rican
breakfast of gallo pinto, rice and beans, and fried
bananas.
The next stop is to a coffee plantation, where samples
of pure Costa Rican coffee can be tasted. Still early,
the bus arrives at the Poas Volcano and, depending
on your luck, you will see the crater-- one of the
widest in the world.
At the La Paz Waterfall Gardens you will follow a
track, along with a guide, who will show you ten waterfalls.
Be prepared to get wet as you climb those stairs!
After the waterfalls, the largest enclosed butterfly
garden in the world invites you to explore these fragile,
rainbow colored, fairytale-like creatures. If possible,
try on a rain-free day, as butterflies become invisible
and tend to hide in secluded corners during the rain.
The fourth destination in Expediciones Tropicales
package tour will take you to the Sarapiqui Jungle
River whose sight is sure to match anything found
in the pages of the National Geographic. Monkeys,
caymans, crocodiles, birds, lizards, and geckos surround
you during your boat ride.
Another attractive package, Pacific Island Cruise,
is also a one-day excursion. After a two-hour drive
from San José, the luxurious Calypso catamaran
(www.calypsotours.com) begins your journey to Isla
Tortuga. This privately leased island is one of the
most beautiful small islands in Costa Rica, if the
world. Its sandy white beaches, palm trees and turquoise
waters offer excellent relaxation, however opportunities
abound for kayaking, snorkeling and hiking. Try and
partake in these activities before lunchtime, as delicious
food is served along with chilled wine to provide
you with an even greater holiday sensation. |
