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Autism-friendly Costa Rica - High Sensory Itinerary
San Jose, Costa Rica
Duration: 9 days
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$1,875

About your trip

This package is based on 2 adults and 2 children traveling together. The price is a global price per family. We are considering one room for the family with 2 double beds that will be shared by the family members. 


What's included

Greeting and Meeting

IL VIAGGIO TRAVEL TRAVEL staff will be waiting outside the airport with a sign with your name.

Private Transportation

A private van with guide/driver will be with you the whole time. You will have a private vehicle for your journey and a private local expert.

Hotel Bougainvillea

one night accommodation at the Boutique Hotel with breakfast and taxes included.

Sarapiqui River Rafting

Sarapiqui river adventure is a Clas 2-3 rapids.

Ara Ambigua

one night at local, family owned hotel in Sarapiqui Rainforest.

Sky Adventures

Includes the Sky Tram and Sky Trek

Arenal Volcano 1968

Guided visit of the trails to see the volcano and 1968 eruptions

Hotel Tilajari Resort

Two Nights at this amazing Resort with breakfast and taxes included.

Canyoning

Waterfall Rapelling

Baldi Hot Springs

Baldi is a big hot springs complex with various pools and even waterslides

Hotel Club del Mar

two nights at Beachfront hotel

Surf Lesson

Surf lesson with the Adapted Surfing Team instructors

Hotel Parador

one night at the amazing 5 star property with great views of Manuel Antonio Park, and the ocean.

Manuel Antonio National

Entrance and guided walk at Manuel Antonio National Park

Catamaran

Snorkel and Sunset Catamaran ride in the afternoon

Studio Hotel

one night at the Art Boutique Hotel

Breakfast

Daily breakfast

Lunch

3 lunch meals included

Dinner

1 dinner included

Taxes

Day 1

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Arrival to Costa Rica

 Upon your arrival in San Jose airport, you will be greeted with a personal pick-up by an Il Viaggio Travel driver. They will transfer your family to Hotel Bougainvillea, only 20 minutes from the airport. At the hotel, you will be able to settle into your new surroundings, relax at the pool and in the lush Botanical gardens on-property, and enjoy dinner on your own at the hotel’s restaurant, Vitrales. 

Day 2

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Sarapiqui River

Wake up to your first full day in Costa Rica! After a breakfast in the Vitrales restaurant (included in your package), relax while your driver transfers your family to Sarapiqui (2hr drive) for a white water rafting adventure on the Sarapiqui River (class II & III). After your river journey, enjoy lunch and leisure time at the Hotel Ara Ambigua in Sarapiqui, your accommodations for the evening. Even join in on a Frog Tour in the evening!

Day 3

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Sky Adventures and 1968 Volcano Eruptions Trail

Wake up with a complimentary breakfast at the hotel before your driver transfers you from Sarapiqui to the Arenal region of Costa Rica (1.5 hours). Arrive at Sky Adventures to experience the Sky Tram and Sky Trek, taking in the views of the Arenal Volcano while ziplining through the forest. After your aerial adventure, your driver will bring you to the 1968 Volcano Park; here you will enjoy a lunch at the 1968 Lookout, and then walk the volcanic lava trails surrounding the park. After the park, you’ll transfer to Hotel Tilajari for the evening. Dinner on your own at the hotel's restaurant, Katira.

Day 4

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Canyoning - Waterfall Rappel and relax at Hot Springs

Enjoy complimentary breakfast at the hotel before your driver takes you and your family to the Pure Trek Canyoning & Waterfall tour. On this family and kid-friendly adventure, you will rappel down four waterfalls and one rock wall, and also experience a Monkey Drop - you will get wet! Lunch is provided onsite. After your Canyoning tour, your driver will transfer you to the Hot Springs of Baldi where you will soak in the warm waters heated by the nearby volcano. Kids can enjoy the waterslides and water park, while adults can relax in the quiet pools. That evening, you’ll return to Hotel Tilajari for another night’s stay.

Day 5

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Guided transfer from Arenal to Jaco

Begin the day with breakfast (included) before checking out of Hotel Tilajari and transfering from the hotel to the town of Jaco (3.5 hrs). Here, you’ll check in to the Club del Mar and enjoy the facilities and town on your own. 

Day 6

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Surf Lesson

Start your day with a breakfast (included) at the Hotel Club del Mar before heading out for a truly incredible experience - an Adapted Surfing Lesson and Experience. An adaptive surf instructor will meet you at the beach and teach your family how to surf in the warm waves of the Pacific Ocean. Lessons begin on the beach, and only move to the water when students are comfortable. Instructors remain with students at all times. That evening, enjoy the Hotel del Mar on your own.

Day 7

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Snorkel Sunset Catamaran ride

Enjoy breakfast (included) at Hotel del Mar before transferring from Jaco to Manuel Antonio, a one hour drive. Check in at the Hotel Parador and enjoy the pool, mini-golf course, and the Monkey Trail before heading out for an afternoon Sunset & Snorkel tour. Dinner on your own at the hotel, overlooking the Pacific Ocean.

Day 8

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Manuel Antonio National Park

Eat a good breakfast (included) at Hotel Parador before your driver takes you for your guided tour of the Manuel Antonio National Park. In the park, the tour guide will point out sloths, monkeys, raccoons, coatis, anteaters, and ocelots, as well as many different kinds of insects and butterflies. Bask in the beauty of the coves and beaches inside the park, and swim in the crystal clear blue waters. After your visit to the Manuel Antonio National Park, your driver will transfer you and your family back to San Jose (2.5 hrs), stopping for lunch along the way. Arrive at Hotel Studio and relax and enjoy your last night in Costa Rica on your own.

Day 9

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Bye Bye Costa Rica

Enjoy breakfast (included) at the hotel before your flight home. Transfer to the airport three hours before your flight time.

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1. San Jose, Costa Rica

San Jose, Costa Rica

About your organizer

Costa Rica Family Holidays, powered by IL VIAGGIO TRAVEL, boasts two decades of expertise as a local ground operator in Costa Rica. Specializing in crafting unique family experiences, we cherish the true essence of family bonds. Every journey we offer is designed with this in mind, catering to groups of friends, couples, and multigenerational families alike. With accessibility at the forefront, we ensure each adventure is both memorable and sustainable.

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