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A magical place where the ocean, sky and nature come together in a tropical paradise. Located in one of the world’s most magnificent settings, Hotel La Mariposa stands majestically atop the highest point in Manuel Antonio, from where 360-degree views overlook the Pacific Ocean, spectacular sunsets and the beautiful Manuel Antonio National Park. Nature and charm combine flawlessly to create 60 well-appointed rooms of Spanish-Mediterranean architectural design, surrounded by Tropical Gardens, with walkways and trails, meticulously landscaped to reflect the natural beauty of Costa Rica’s abundant flora and fauna.

• Experience a gratifying ocean paddling adventure around one of the most striking coastlines of Costa Rica on an open –seat ocean kayak.
• Explore the beauty of a hidden treasure of Manuel Antonio the Biezans Bay; where you can snorkeling to admire the coral reef, delight fresh tropical fruits and take a refreshing swim.
• Admire the biodiversity of the Manuel Antonio National Park and the wonder nesting islands home of exotic boobies and frigate; discover with your tour guide the most popular spots of the marine life.
• Delight a delicious lunch at a local restaurant to replenish your energies after this exciting adventure.

• Welcome to Don Gilberto Ranch! Today you will enjoy a horseback riding along the primary rainforest through the Tocori Private Ecological Reserve.
• Learn about the flora and fauna of Costa Rica during your nature walk and enjoy a refreshing dip in a natural pool fed by the waterfalls of Quebrada Arroyo.
• Enjoy a delicious “casado” with homemade tortillas prepared by Doña Eli and delight your taste with the Costa Rican flavours.
• Visit the botanical garden and learn about how Don Gilberto help to preserve the plants and herbs used by our indigenous.
• After Don Gilberto and his family have hosted you at their Rancho he always says “When you come back , you will have a friend”

• Get ready for a day of adrenaline and extreme fun!
• Begin your experience with a 4x4 ride through the tropical jungle with a breathtaking scenery of the most remote areas of the Savegre River.
• Upon arrival at Silencio a small local village of thatched roof you will enjoy a Tico breakfast to continue with your rafting adventure on the Savegre River, considered one of the cleanest rivers in Central America.
• During your 13-mile trip down the river, you will experience your adrenaline flow with each exciting rapid, swimming spots and beautiful waterfalls surrounded by African oil plantations, teak reforestation projects and the abundant variety of wildlife.
• Finish your adventurous rafting experience you will replenish your energies with a delicious typical lunch.

• Discover one of the most amazing eco-systems, the coastal mangrove located at Isla Damas.
• On board of a covered motor boat you will navigate through the waterways of the mangrove surrounded by a variety flora and fauna.
• Learn with your naturalist tour guide about the richness of this sanctuary and its importance to our country and the world.
• Be amazed by curious families of monkeys, occasionally they like to climb aboard.
• Don´t miss the opportunity to observe unparalleled birds species, caimans, sloth and reptiles.
• Delight a delicious typical lunch at a local restaurant.

• Experience a perfect combination of adventure, nature and safety traveling through the primary Costa Rican tropical jungle on suspension cables.
• Imagine yourself soaring high above the jungle floor as you fly through treetops, amongst some of the most beautiful flora and fauna in the Costa Rican rainforest.
• During your two-hour journey, you will be perched on one of 20 platforms high above the jungle floor with dramatic views of the valley. A series of zip line cables reaching up to 450 meters (1,475 ft) take guests throughout the unspoiled rainforest canopy on an exclusive tour.
• At the end of the tour, you will choose to finish on the last cable or to do the Rappel platform and Tarzan Swing.
• Discover the abundant wildlife along the way; including Titi monkeys, two and three toed sloths, poison dart frogs, iguanas and toucans.

• Enjoy the amazing views of the Manuel Antonio National Park on board of a catamaran and discover the beauty and variety of the marine wildlife; you can choose between the morning or afternoon trip.
• The morning trip includes a snorkelling adventure in a beautiful and secluded bay known as Playa Biezans.
• The afternoon tour is an amazing trip for people who wants to explore the Pacific Ocean and admire a breath-taking sunset.
• On board delight an excellent selection of snacks and natural juices and enjoy a live music show.

• Explore one of the most beautiful national parks in the world; Manuel Antonio National Park embraces impressive landscapes, white sand beaches and the lush foliage of the tropical forest with an unparalleled biodiversity.
• Discover during your hike the abundance of wildlife in its natural and breathtaking habitat; three monkey species, sloths, iguanas, basilisk, white-nosed coati, snacks, bats and 184 bird species that will be share with you the park.
• Replenish your energies with fresh tropical fruits and decide if you want to continue hiking to encounter more wildlife or just enjoy swimming in the calm turquoise waters of the beautiful Pacific Ocean.
• Live a unique experience in this magic natural wonder.