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This little country stands out in Latin America as a
haven of political stability, freedom and ecological
responsibility. It is blessed with a tremendous
variety of ecosystems and an unprecedented high
percentage of it is given over to national parks.
This is an opportunity to visit three distinctly
different regions of Costa Rica. Over the course of
the week ride through the Rincon de la Vieja
National Park and the ranching region of Guanacaste,
along the beaches and in the jungles of the Nicoya
Peninsula, and through coffee plantations high above
the Central Valley. The terrain is diverse and each
region contains an abundant variety of colorful
birds, plants and animals.
 IT-CRIT09
Rates: Accommodations in hotels and
resorts, meals as per itinerary, all interior transfers,
English speaking guide, 6
riding days
8 days/ 7 nights $ 1,995
Single: + $
450
2008 Date:
01/06-01/13 02/03-02/10
03/02-03/09
03/30-04/06 12/14-12/21
04/27-05/04
05/25-06/01 06/22-06/29
07/20-07/27
08/17-08/24 09/14-09/21
10/12-10/19
11/09-11/16 12/07-12/14
... or any other time with a
minimum of 2 riders
* marked date confirmed
- last three nights in
Tango Mar - departure from San Jose
ITINERARY INCLUDES:
Airport Transfers, all transportation within Costa Rica,
7 nights lodging,
meals as indicated, all equipment needed for horse trekking, services of
English speaking guides
NOT INCLUDED:
International Airfare, all items of a personal nature,
meals not mentioned, alcoholic beverages, gratuities, Costa Rica departure tax
Meeting Point:
Liberia
Airport:
Liberia airport in Guanacaste
Transfer: from and to Liberia
incl.
Pace:
Moderate with canters
Min/Max: 2 to 10 riders
Level:
Intermediate
Tack:
Costa Rican saddles
Horses:
Criollos
Note:
New improved itinerary
Costa Rican saddles
B=Breakfast L=Lunch D=Dinner
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to Costa Rica!
You will be met upon arrival at the Liberia
International Airport in Guanacaste, Costa Rica, and
transferred to Rincon de la Vieja and the Hacienda
Guachipilin. During the welcome dinner you will get
to know your fellow riders while your equestrian
guide briefs everyone about the rides and terrain
you will be riding through during the week.
Overnight Hacienda Guachipilin. D
Day 2: Los Chorreas - the Canyon Your first ride
takes you through woods and plains to a beautiful
river canyon. Bring a bathing suit and enjoy
swimming in the crystal clear water at the base of
the waterfalls. The return ride to the lodge leads
through more forest and across several rivers.
Marvel at the first views of the multiple plants,
birds and animals of the thick Costa Rican
vegetation. Overnight again at Hacienda Guachipilin.
BLD
Day 3: Rincon de la Vieja National Park Ride
into Rincon de la Vieja National Park which contains
many geothermal features. Take a short walk to view
steam vents and boiling mud pots. Riding a little
further brings you to the warm sulfur springs and a
chance to bathe in the natural hot water pools.
After a picnic lunch, visit the old Casona, a
100-year-old hacienda that is now part of the park’s
ranger station. Ride on to Rio Negro across open
plains that offer many chances to canter. Return to
the lodge via the “enchanted forest”, a shaded area
of thick Strangler Figs and huge old Guanacaste
trees bent and twisted into weird shapes and angles.
BLD
Day 4: La Chacara Farm
Drive a short distance to Liberia and La Chacara
Farm were you explore the scenic trails. After
leaving the horses continue by land to the Golfo de
Nicoya to Tambor. Overnight at the beautiful
beachside resort of
Tango Mar. Dinner is on your own tonight. BL
Day 5: Panica Valley
The ride along the Panica Valley begins right after
breakfast. The trail to the waterfall is mostly
through shaded dry forest and has seven river
crossings. Enjoy a picnic lunch and time to swim in
the pool below the waterfall. A mid-afternoon return
to the hotel allows time for relaxation and beach
combing. Again dinner is at your own expense
tonight. Tango Mar
B
Day 6: Montezuma
A full day of riding along the beach to the quaint
small town of Montezuma where wide stretches of sand
offer many opportunities to canter and gallop. Time
in Montezuma to explore and shop in several small
handicraft stores. Return along the beach to the
resort for overnight
Tango Mar. B
Day 7: University of Peace
Return in the morning to San Jose via a short (20
minute) domestic flight. Transfer the short distance
to the University of Peace area and a beautiful
little “finca” where the horses are waiting to take
you on your last trek through the countryside.
Today’s ride will actually take us right past the
University of Peace campus and up to incredible
scenic area of “Piedras Negro” (Black Rocks).
Overnight
Quality Real BL
Day 8: After breakfast transfer to the San
Jose, International Airport for your departure from
Costa Rica. B
THIS ITINERARY IS
FLEXIBLE. CHANGES MAY OCCUR DUE TO WEATHER OR OTHER
UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES.
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