Pura Vida! Chillin' in Costa Rica

      Costa Rica, Punta Leona, Golden Shell

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      Dec 4 - 11, 2021
      Group size: 1 - 5
      Pura Vida! Chillin' in Costa Rica
      Costa Rica, Punta Leona, Golden Shell

      Alt-Esc Travel
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      151 reviews

      Dec 4 - 11, 2021
      Group size: 1 - 5

      About this trip

      Experience Pura Vida with Alt Esc! 

      Kick back, relax, soak in the sun, enjoy the view, dig your toes in the sand and sip a tropical drink. It doesn't get any better than this...Pura Vida! 

      Simply translated, Pura Vida means “simple life” or “pure life”, but until you’ve been to Costa Rica, you will not truly know what pura vida feels like. It’s an emotion, it’s an attitude, it’s happiness, and it’s a way of life.  Once you’ve visited, you will understand the true meaning of pura vida!

      This is the perfect place to catch a piece of everything that Costa Rica has to offer...white sand beaches, amazing sunsets, monkeys, parrots, zip lining, surfing, and rain forest hiking trails. Nestled in the exclusive and private beach club of Punta Leona, this condo features eco-friendly bamboo furniture, a two level pool and water slide, a monster size balcony, and a view that will take your breath away. Just a 5 minute walk down to Playa Blanca, Costa Rica's only white sand and blue flag.

      Golden Reef Complex

      Golden Reef Condominiums are located within the boundaries of Punta Leona Resort along the Central Pacific coastline. Surrounded by white sandy beaches and tropical forest, Golden Reef is just a 90 minute drive from San Jose international airport and 25 minutes to Playa Jaco an active tourist town with shopping, restaurants and entertainment. 

      Amenities include: central air conditioning, two assigned parking spaces, swimming pool, spa, bar & BBQ area, miniature golf, soccer field, volley ball courts, tennis courts, three restaurants, bike & boat rentals and forest walking trails where local monkeys, scarlet macaws and toucans dwell. The site is absolutely gorgeous, with a 15 minute drive into the lush green jungle from the main highway to the condo complex.

      Entering Costa Rica

      Please  use link below to see the latest requirements for entering Costa Rica:


      https://cr.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/

      What’s included

      • Transfer from Airport
        Airport Transportation (90 mins) is included. Flights must be coordinated for one transfer each direction
      • 7 Night's Lodging
        Luxury 3 Bedroom, 3 Bathroom condo in Golden Reef
      • 7 breakfasts
        Daily breakfasts from our gourmet kitchen.
      • Group Welcome Dinner
        First evening we are all together we will have a group dinner catered at the condo including local wines.
      • Group Farewell Dinner
        Our last evening we will have a group dinner catered at the condo including local wines.

      What’s not included

      • Flight to Costa Rica
        Fly in and out of San Jose (SJO).
      • Activities & Excursions
        Plenty to chose from! You can do as much or as little as you want.
      • Meals not mentioned
      • Additional Transfers
        Additional airport transfers (other than the 'group' arrival and departure) will be at the expense of the individual

      Available Packages

      Trip Price
      $947
      Deposit: $300

      Available options

      Itinerary

      Fri, Dec 3 - Let's GO!
      Many flights arrive late in the evening

      With many flights arriving late in the evening, some may wish to fly in Friday night to avoid missing a full day for traveling. Those that arrive Friday night can meet up and stay at an airport hotel similar to Holiday Inn San Jose Airport.  (See Options)

      Many travelers prefer to book their own international flights. Some want to use miles or credits and others want to control their departure and arrival times - possibly adding a pre or post trip to this adventure.

      If you would like, Alt Esc Travel can assist you in booking your flights, just ask!

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