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6 Night Natural Treasures of Costa Rica and Land Tour

From San Jose to San Jose

Sylvia Earle

Aurora Expeditions
4 Stars
  • Cruise #: 13951260
  • Departs: Thu, Apr 23, 2026
  • Returns: Wed, Apr 29, 2026
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    Oceanview $5,396
    Balcony $6,071
    Suite $9,371
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    Itinerary Summary

    Day by Day Details

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Thursday - Apr 23, 2026
    Day
    1
    San Jose, Costa Rica
    • San Jose, Costa Rica
    Having made your way to San Jose, you will be met by a representative of Aurora Expeditions and transferred to your group hotel. Please visit the Aurora Expeditions hospitality desk to collect your luggage cabin tags and to speak with the ground operations team, who may have information to share with you about pre-embarkation or to provide you with information about where to dine, withdraw cash, or purchase last-minute items from a local pharmacy or supermarket. Enjoy free time, and in the evening, dine at your leisure (dinner not included). Assigned accommodation: To be confirmed ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Friday - Apr 24, 2026
    Day
    2
    San Jose, Costa Rica
    • San Jose, Costa Rica
    • Bus Travel

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Day 2 - Friday - Apr 24, 2026
    Day
    2
    Cruise Begins
    • Cruise Begins
    • Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica
    This morning, your luggage will be collected from the hotel and transferred directly to the port for sanitization, clearance, and delivered to your cabin ahead of your arrival onboard. There is time to settle into your cabin before attending important safety briefings. Enjoy the thrill of departure as we 'throw the lines' and set sail for an exciting tropical adventure. ...
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    Saturday - Apr 25, 2026
    Day
    3
    Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica, Costa Rica
    • Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica, Costa Rica
    Boasting over 100 species of mammals, 184 species of birds, and an impressive variety flora, Manuel Antonio National Park understandably attracts wildlife enthusiasts from all over the world. Costa Rica's star attractions - two- and three-toed sloths, as well as white-faced monkeys, toucans, agoutis, armadillos, and coatis are a few of the exciting animals that you may encounter within the park. We explore the park in the cool, early hours of the morning before returning to the vessel for lunch. In the afternoon, you have the option to explore Quepos town or enjoy some water activities. ...
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    Sunday - Apr 26, 2026
    Day
    4
    Rio Claro, Costa Rica, Costa Rica
    • Rio Claro, Costa Rica, Costa Rica
    The untamed Osa Peninsula is considered by National Geographic to be 'one of the most biologically intense places on earth'. We plan to hike the trails at Rio Claro Wildlife Refuge, a sanctuary that encompasses 500 hectares of tropical rainforests, making it one of the most important natural preserves in Central America. Rio Claro is one of the last refuges for pumas, ocelots, jaguarundis, tapirs, white-lipped peccaries, and a host of other rainforest animals. The high plateau forests, with trees towering over 43 meters (140 feet), support hundreds of species of ferns, bromeliads, and orchids, and creates a biological corridor between palm swamps and mangroves. It is an extension of Corcovado National Park, the country's largest and one of the most remote parks in Costa Rica. ...
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    Monday - Apr 27, 2026
    Day
    5
    • Punta Leona, Costa Rica
    Punta Leona is home to one of the last remaining forests that are found in the transitional life zone between the rainforests of the Southwest and the dry forests of the Northwest. Created over 25 years ago to protect the region's varied flora and fauna, the Punta Leona Refuge is a 300-hectare (750 acres) private nature reserve mainly consisting of lush primary and secondary forests. Also functioning as a center for bird and mammal research, this reserve is the habitat of over 330 migratory and native bird species. Home to rare and endangered scarlet macaw, the reserve is also the dwelling place of a number of indigenous birds and animals like the marbled wood quail, the three-wattled bellbird, hummingbirds, toucans, spider monkeys, white-faced monkeys, white-nosed coatimundis, iguanas, and a variety of beautiful butterflies. Located near a pristine white-sand beach, Punta Leona has three varied walking and hiking trails, all of which are easily accessible and perfect for bird watching. ...
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    Tuesday - Apr 28, 2026
    Day
    6
    • Curu Reserve, Costa Rica
    • Tortuga Island, Costa Rica
    Curu National Wildlife Refuge is a privately-owned nature reserve offering visitors outstanding eco-tourism experiences. The refuge is the first privately-owned refuge in Costa Rica, encompassing more than 3,700 acres of tropical forests, mangroves, and well-marked paths. Seventeen hiking trails wind through the varied terrain within the reserve, where you may see white-tail deer, armadillos, and iguanas. Various monkey species are prolific within refuge including native capuchin, spider, and howler monkeys. Located on the southern Nicoya Peninsula of north-western Costa Rica, the refuge is brimming with wildlife and hosts one of the most beautiful beaches and protected bays on the Nicoya Peninsula, a great place to enjoy water activities. Afterwards, enjoy lunch onboard as you sail to nearby Isla Tortuga (Turtle Island), where you can snorkel, swim, paddle, or relax. The water is teeming with a dizzying array of tropical fish, big pufferfish, turtles, sting rays, whitetip reef sharks, and occasionally dolphins. This evening, celebrate a memorable journey at Captain's Farewell reception. ...
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    Wednesday - Apr 29, 2026
    Day
    7
    Puntarenas, Costa Rica
    • Puntarenas, Costa Rica
    • Cruise Ends

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Day 7 - Wednesday - Apr 29, 2026
    Day
    7
    • Bus Travel
    • San Jose, Costa Rica
    Disembark in Puntarenas, where you'll farewell your expedition team before transferring to San Jose. Note: At the conclusion of the voyage, booking flights departing San Jose prior to 12 pm is not recommended. Please advise your departure flight information to your reservations consultant.


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