What to Bring
- - Riders: Bring helmet, riding gear, jacket, leather boots, and a valid motorcycle drivers license
- - Clothing: Costa Rica is a very informal and casual country. Formal attire is only used in the city of San Jose and on very special occasions (Weddings, birthdays, anniversaries)
- - We recommend to bring a sweater for the highland areas, and light loose fitting shirts, pants or jeans, and shorts for the lowland areas
- - For the beach areas please don't forget to bring a hat or cap, sunscreen, and sun glasses
- - For the rainforest and the National Parks we recommend hiking boots, a small backpack, water bottle, pocket knife, flashlight, insect repellent, rainwear, and a pair of binoculars to observe animals.
We have the following fixed departures for you to choose from
Costa Rica & Panama Guided Motorcycle Adventure
Apr 4, 2010 - Apr 17, 2010
14 days / 13 nights
Rates per person in USD
| Rider in single room | $3.915 |
| Rider in double room | $3.345 |
| Partner sharing room with rider | $2.015 |
Double Room - Min 2 people
Costa Rica & Panama Guided Motorcycle Adventure Includes
- • Transfer in and out,
• All lodging with breakfast and taxes
• 4 dinners, rafting ,
• Hot springs entrance
• Mega Combo at Buena Vista Lodge,
• Tour Guides on his own bike
• Support vehicle for luggage,
• Bike rental withLCDW insurance,
• Paper fees at border for bike ( not rider or passenger)
Description
This ride is a long and scenic trip where you will experience two different cultures. Start riding across the Braulio Carrillo National Park, Costa Rica’s central valley primary forest, to reach the Caribbean Coast and then cross the border to experience a short visit to Panama. Then back to Costa Rica riding through long golden beaches, tropical rainforest and volcanoes, nature 24/7 for you and your friends looking for an unforgettable vacation!
Itinerary
Apr 4, 2010 - Apr 17, 2010
Sat 04.04.10. Meet and greet at Juan Santamaría International Airport by our representative in San José and transfer to the Hotel Britannia.
Check in at Hotel Britannia.
Hotel Britannia is located in Barrio Amón an historic neighborhood of architectural beauty. Built in 1910, Britannia regales guests with its balance of elegant and natural style. It's high ceilings, archways with stained glass, mosaic tile floors, and English-style furniture make an exquisite contrast with the surrounding tropical gardens.
Get together at the hotel for dinner and briefing.
Overnight at Hotel Britannia (B)
Sun 04.05.10. Transfer to our office to pick up bikes, get ready and start your trip riding across the primary jungle of the Braulio Carrillo National Park, the only park in Costa Rica that is crossed by paved road! Once passing this gorgeous mountain we will reach the low lands of the Caribbean area, with its banana, and pineapple plantation. Once we reach the coast we ride along the ocean to reach the small lazy town of Puerto Viejo.
Check in at Hotel Cariblue
Cariblue is a small distinctive bed & breakfast resort located in Puerto Viejo, Talamanca in the province of Limon. Puerto Viejo is a rustic and charming town whose people are very relaxed and friendly. The town's night life includes discos with Caribbean music, fun "chill out" bars and an array of International and local cuisine restaurants.
At night a short visit to the town is a must!
Overnight at the Hotel Cariblue (B)
Mon 04.06.10. Early start riding to the south border of Costa Rica. Once we get to the Sixaola border, we must cross the famous railroad bridge; sometimes we will have to descend of the bike and cross the bridge pushing or bikes through the rails and sometimes missing wood platform of the bridge, quite an adventure!
We cross border, if we are lucky we will do the paper work fast enough to continue again along the Caribbean coast of Panama through a great curvy road, then continue inland to reach the coffee fields of Boquete.
Check in at Hotel Valle Escondido
Home to the world's best coffee, Boquete is famous for its year round spring-like weather and its beautiful scenery. At the edge of town, in a hidden valley, on the banks of a rushing river, you will find the exclusive Valle Escondido Resort, Golf & Spa. Here you will enjoy the serenity of a full service spa, play a round of golf, or take advantage of the extraordinary outdoor adventures awaiting you in the mountains of Panama.
Dinner at Hotel Valle Escondido
Overnight at Hotel Valle Escondido (B)
Tue 04.07.10. You can enjoy the day at the Country Club, the Spa, visit the Golf Course, relax at the pools or use the fitness center at the hotel. Night at Hotel Valle Escondido (B)
Wed 04.08.10. Drive to Dominical Beach, Costa Rica… a surfer's paradise with 4 km long beach strip, with a few hotels, lodges, resorts and restaurants in the area. With its stunning backdrop of lush green forests and palm trees, this beach is also a great place to bird watch or take a canopy tour of the surrounding locale.
Check in at Villas Río Mar
The hotel is perched upriver from the pristine Dominical beach on an exquisitely landscaped property adrift in clouds of orchids and surrounded by impressive tropical forests. Dominical is a village (pueblo) of approximately 500 people with small restaurants and stores.
Night at Villa Río Mar (B)
Thu 04.10.10. Continue to Poás Volcano enjoying the impressive views the road has to offer.
Check in at Poás Volcano Lodge.
This lodge lies between the Poás and Barva Volcanoes at 6200 feet above sea level on the ridge dividing the Atlantic and Pacific zones of the country. The lodge is nestled into the rolling pastures, at the foothills of Poás Volcano, one of the world's largest active craters.
Night at Poás Volcano Lodge
Fri 04.10.10. Continue to Turrialba passing the sugar and coffee fields of the area.
Check in at Casa Turire.
A small distinctive hotel which recalls the gracious charm of a colonial plantation home! It is settled in the heart of the verdant Turrialba agricultural region, a beautiful estate which is enfolded by the wild Reventazón River and the imposing presence of the Turrialba Volcano and mountains.
Night at Casa Turire (B)
Sat 04.11.10. We continue our trip leaving behind the hill and its wonderful views of the cloud forest via the old capital of Costa Rica to reach Cartago; we continue and ascend to the Irazú Volcano using a nice winding road going up to the top. Then we will descend to Turrialba through the sugar and coffee fields of the area to continue to the Caribbean area to reach once again the other town of Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui.
Check in at La Quinta Lodge.
La Quinta Country Inn is a tropical rain forest resort, an ideal spot for visitors interested in bird watching, hiking, river rafting and a peaceful stay in paradise. It is one of the few Costa Rican hotels certified for sustainable tourism. It is located within two hours of San Jose and just minutes from world class river rafting, mountain biking trails and the vast Braulio Carrillo National Park, an extensive primary tropical rain forest, and La Selva Biological Station.
Overnight at La Quinta Lodge (B)
Sun 04.12.10. Today an early rafting at the Sarapiquí river and explore the beautiful wildlife or the area. This tour takes you through a beautiful part of the river filled with exciting white water rapids and beautiful ponds, all surrounded by a wonderful natural scenery.
In the afternoon continue with our bikes to the Arenal volcano.
Check in at Arenal Paraíso
Located in the northern region of Costa Rica, just in front of the glorious Arenal volcano, the Arenal Paraíso hotel is the perfect place to enjoy Costa Rica´s real spirit of peace, nature and adventure. The hotel has a quiet and cozy atmosphere that blends to perfection the powerful view of the volcano and the exuberant tropical gardens.
In the evening enjoy the famous hot springs of Tabacón and a great buffet style.
Overnight at Arenal Paraíso (B)
Mon 04.13.10. Early start to ride around the lake of Arenal and continue on the Pan-American Highway north to reach the Rincon de la Vieja National Park.
Check in at Buena Vista Lodge.
Only 1 hour away from the Liberia Airport and 1 hour and 30 minutes from the Pacific beaches; you can enjoy the nature and beauties that surround the Rincón de la Vieja Volcano. It is a world full of adventure and adrenaline complemented with the tranquility of the thermal waters, saunas and baths of volcanic mud in a primary forest located on the slopes of the volcano. Spectacular sunsets can be enjoyed with a magnificent view of the Pacific Ocean, volcanoes, plains and, forests.
After check in take the Mega Combo Adventure, enjoy a great variety of activities: canopy , hot springs, waterslide and typical buffet lunch. We have a team of specialized guides in Adventure Tourism waiting for you!
Overnight at Buena Vista Lodge (B)
Tue 04.14.10. After breakfast ride to Liberia and continue to the Pacific coast to reach the surfing town of Tamarindo.
Check in at Tamarindo Diriá Resort
El Diriá Beach Resort is located in Tamarindo, Guanacaste, one of the most popular beach destinations in Costa Rica. The hotel is set right in front of Tamarindo beach, a 2 mile stretch of white sand and warm blue water. Nature is abundant in this area, and Leatherback Turtles lay their eggs in the northern part of the bay.
Night at Tamarindo Diriá Resort (B)
Wed 04.15.10. Day to relax and enjoy the beach, or if you want take the bike and explore the area.
Night at Tamarindo Diriá Resort (B)
Thu 04.16.10. After breakfast departure back to San Jose. Check in at Britannia hotel, drop off bikes and let’s get together for a great dinner to share all your great experiences of this trip.
Night at hotel Britannia (B)
Fri 04.17.10. Transfer to the Juan Santamaría International Airport.
