Departure
from Jaco to Puntarenas, approximately 1 hour driving. Upon
arrival in Puntarenas, you will board Calypso’s state of the art
catamaran, the Manta Raya.
As she makes her way to the Gulf of Nicoya
her white clad crew pampers guests with fresh tropical fruits and
drinks.
Approximately 1 hour and fifteen minutes south is the day’
palm-studded destination: Tortuga Island.
The tour includes transportation to and from Puntarenas, a sumptuous
seafood buffet, and a cruise among more that 7 islands and time for
snorkeling, kayaking, volleyball on the beach or just plain
relaxing.
What to bring: swimsuit, towel, sun lotion, hat, camera, shorts, and light jacket.
Lunch included.
NOTE: Snorkeling and kayaking equipment not included.
We
will explore the reserve under a canopy of giant trees spotting monkeys
and exotic birds.Then we will take a short drive to the beach for
lunch and enjoy three hours of serenity and total relaxation by the
ocean.
What to bring: Walking shoes, shorts, swimsuit, towel, suntan lotion, insect repellent, binoculars, and camera.
Seat back and relax on this informative tour as our guide explains the mangrove ecosystem and point out wild life as sloth, crocodiles, boas, white faced monkeys and egrets. The tour will stop at Damas Island to enjoy a “Tico” style lunch or dinner.
Paddle protected inland waterways, a perfect place to learn this magical way of exploring coastal mangrove areas and seeing wildlife. None of this trip is in Open Ocean and the place of this trip is according to your abilities.
Requirements: Some experience and good physical condition
What to bring: swimsuit, towel, sun lotion, camera, and shorts.
