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Day 1: Arrive in Costa Rica

Transfer from San Jose to Undefine.  Accommodation at the Chayote Lodge with Full Breakfast.

Day 2 : Chayote Lodge to Boca Tapada

Transfer from Undefined to Boca Tapada.  Accommodation at the Maquenque Eco-Lodge & Tree Houses with Buffet Breakfast.

Day 3 : Exploring Boca Tapada

Photo: Lapa

Day 4 : Boca Tapada to Sarapiqui

Transfer from Boca Tapada to Sarapiqui.  Accommodation at the Selva Verde Lodge with Buffet Breakfast.

Photo: Aerial view of people rafting and kayaking in Sarapiqui River, Costa Rica

Day 5: Private Birdwatching Tour at Selva Verde Eco-Lodge & Rainforest Reserve

You will join a local naturalist guide for an early morning bird walk on the grounds of Selva Verde Lodge. The morning is a great time to spot birds since they are particularly active, so you can count on sighting several of the stunning tropical species that inhabit this beautiful property. Every day is different, but exciting. Your guide's expert knowledge of the area and its species, keen eye and a high-powered scope, is certain to afford you exceptional views of birds you might not otherwise spot.

Day 6 : Chilamate de Sarapiqui to Turrialba

Transfer from Sarapiqui to Turrialba.  Accommodation at the Racho Naturalista with Full Board.

Day 7: Shared Afternoon Bird Watching Tour at Rancho Naturalista

Today, you will enjoy an afternoon bird-watching tour at Rancho Naturalista. The forest surrounding Rancho Naturalista is home to a wealth of bird species; from tanagers to toucans and manakins to antbirds and woodcreepers. The lodge garden has fruit feeders which attract a variety of bird species including Lesson's Motmots, Montezuma, Chestnut-headed Oropendolas, Grey-headed Chachalacas, Baltimore Orioles, several kinds of euphonias, and tanagers. The feeders also create great opportunities for bird photography. Besides birds, several mammals also visit the feeders and provide great close-up views. On the balcony at Rancho Naturalista, the hummingbird feeders are renowned for attracting many species. Some of the species possible are Violet-crowned Woodnymphs, White-necked Jacobins, Green Hermits, Green Thorntails, Violet Sabrewings, Bronze-tailed Plumeleteers, and Green-crowned Brilliants. On the Verbena Hedges at Rancho Naturalista, the Snowcap is a frequent visitor along with the Black-crested Coquette, the Violet-headed hummingbird, and the Garden Emerald. A unique feature offered at Rancho is the hummingbird pools where a variety of hummingbird species (including Snowcap and Purple-crowned Fairy) come to bathe. Also, other species besides Hummingbirds visit this area including the Tawny-throated Leaftosser, Dull-mantled Antbird, Great Tinamou, and many more.

Day 8: Turrialba to San Gerardo de Dota

Transfer from Turrialba to San Gerardo de Dota.  Accommodation at the Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve & Spa with Buffet Breakfast.

Photo: Savegre River, Costa Rica

Day 9: Private Birdwatching Tour at Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve & Spa

From your base of operations at Savegre Hotel Nature Reserve and Spa, you will set out with a local guide to explore the incredible private reserve. The region is host to the largest population of Resplendent Quetzal's on the planet, though seeing one is not guaranteed. You will explore some of the reserves' outstanding trails and private gardens in search of rare and elusive species. With the list of winged creatures spotted here often growing, the only question that remains is: what will you see on your exploration? After touring the reserve, you will be escorted back to the lodge.

Day 10: Depart from Costa Rica

Transfer from San Gerardo de Dota to San Jose

Photo: Summer Tanager