Go Deep Scuba

Prepared for Go Deep Scuba

Trip Date: Saturday, June 1, 2024 to Saturday, June 8, 2024

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Welcome to Costa Rica!

We are known for excellent service and crafting extraordinary adventures around the globe. For the traveler who wants a personalized experience, attention to detail, expert advice and recommendations from a professional travel advisor and fellow passionate traveler!

Your customized Costa Rican itinerary was created by local experts and is meant to inspire your next trip. It is customized to suit your taste so you can make it a truly a memorable experience on your own terms.

Contact Information

Wayne Griffith
Company Name: Go Deep Scuba
Title: Tour Group Operator
Phone: +1 707-849-3963
Email: wayne@godeepscuba.com

Introduction

Costa Rica Dive, Beach and Volcano Loop

  • Group size:
  • Duration: 7 Nights/8 Days
  • Start: Playa Hermosa, Saturday, 1 June 2024
  • End: Arenal, Saturday, 8 June 2024


Prepare for Travel

  • Passport:Please review your passport expiry to ensure it is valid for at least six months from the end of your trip.
  • Visa:Many destinations also require a tourist visa or pre-arranged travel authorization. Please check entry requirements for all countries you will be visiting or reach out to me for help obtaining this information.
  • Vaccines & Medications:Vaccines may be required or suggested for your destinations.
    We recommend speaking with your travel doctor at least 2 months prior to departure to ensure vaccinations are complete and up-to-date in time for your travel. Please remember to fill any prescriptions you may require and ensure you pack them in their original packaging.
  • Money: Make sure that your ATM and credit card(s) are active. Also, it’s a good idea to alert your bank(s) and/or credit card companies about where and when you’ll be traveling to ensure your foreign transactions are not flagged for suspicious activity.
  • Luggage:We assume you will be traveling with 1 checked and 1 carry-on piece of luggage. Please inform me if you will be traveling with additional luggage.

On Arrival

  • Our aim is to ensure that you are provided with fast, responsive and 24/7 support throughout your trip. As such, you will find all pertinent contact telephone numbers contained in this document. Nothing is too big or too small, so please do feel free to call our team should you have any questions or concerns. If you have booked a private airport transfer, you will be met by your driver, who will be holding up a sign with your name on it. If your flight is delayed or you miss a connection, please use the contact numbers provided in this document to alert us so that you will be met at your new arrival time.



Highlights

Indulge in our enticing natural surroundings, delectable cuisine, and warm hospitality that combine to create an unforgettable experience, one that is certain to leave you yearning for a return visit in no time!

From enticing shark encounters to run ins with giant Manta Rays and large schools of fish, Costa Rica’s volcanic pinnacles are filled with pelagic life

Enjoy a stunning view of the colossal Volcano Arenal, rounded by an exotic tropical zone, lush foliage and magnificent scenery.

Relax and enjoy the Arenal volcanic hot springs fed pools, small natural waterfall and freshwater pools at Ecotermales


Trip Summary

Day 1 - Jun 1, 2024

Playa Hermosa - Welcome to Costa Rica

Details:

  • Private Transfer from Liberia Airport to Hermosa Beach
  • Pickup Time: 17:00 Welcome Briefing
  • Overnight Playa Hermosa | Villas Sol | Deluxe Ocean View

Day 2 - Jun 2, 2024

Playa Hermosa

Details:

  • Activity: 2 Tank Papagayo Local Dive
  • Overnight Playa Hermosa | Villas Sol | Deluxe Ocean View

Day 3 - Jun 3, 2024

Playa Hermosa

Details:

  • Activity: 2 Tank Papagayo Local Dive
  • Overnight Playa Hermosa | Villas Sol | Deluxe Ocean View

Day 4 - Jun 4, 2024

Playa Hermosa

Details:

  • Activity: 2 Tank Catalina's Island from Papagayo
  • Overnight Playa Hermosa | Villas Sol | Deluxe Ocean View

Day 5 - Jun 5, 2024

Playa Hermosa - Free Day

Details:

  • Overnight Playa Hermosa | Villas Sol | Deluxe Ocean View

Day 6 - Jun 6, 2024

Arenal

Details:

  • Pickup Time: 08:00 Activity: Private Guided Transfer from Guanacaste to Arenal with Sloth Encounter, Frogs and Lunch
  • Pickup Time: 18:30 Activity: Lunch at Lina's Restaurant - Magic Mountain
  • Overnight Arenal | Hotel Magic Mountain | Superior Room

Day 7 - Jun 7, 2024

Arenal

Details:

  • Activity: Your Vacation, Your Choice! Choose your adventure: White Water Rafting OR Hanging Bridges and Waterfall
  • Pickup Time: 17:00 Activity: Ecotermales Hot Springs + Dinner
  • Overnight Arenal | Hotel Magic Mountain | Superior Room

Day 8 - Jun 8, 2024

Arenal

Details:

  • Private Transportation from Arenal to Liberia Airport

Itinerary Details

Day 1: Playa Hermosa

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Welcome to Costa Rica

Saturday, Jun 01, 2024


Driver will be waiting just outside doors after you clear customs and immigration and have collected your luggage. They will be wearing a Bill Beard’s Costa Rica shirt and holding a sign with your group name on it. If there is a large crowd outside the door, and you do not see them, please look to the right toward the end of the sidewalk.

Daily Summary

Transportation:
- Private Transfer from Liberia Airport to Hermosa Beach
Other:
- Welcome Briefing
Accommodation:
- Villas Sol
Meals:
- All Inclusive

Private Transfer from Liberia Airport to Hermosa Beach

Pick Up Place: LIR AIRPORT
Drop Off Place: Villas Sol

Welcome Briefing

Pick Up Time: 17:00
Pick Up Place: Villa Sol 2nd Floor Main Building
Description

5:00pm You will have a dive briefing and meet your dive coordinator. Please meet the dive staff in the Common area Landing on the 2nd Floor of the main hotel building to go over the weeks' diving and answer any questions you may have. Please bring your C-Card and any personal dive equipment that you would like set up on the boat the following day.

You will be diving with:
Rocket Frog Divers
506-8562-3340 (Dive Shop)
(506)2670-1589 (Office)
(506) 8834-6646 (cell)
Whatsapp and Phone From USA or Canada (315) 222-8801


Hotel: Villas Sol

Accommodation: Villas Sol
Location: Playa Hermosa
Check in: 01/Jun/2024
Check Out: 06/Jun/2024
Room Type: 10 Deluxe Ocean View
Meals: All Inclusive
Description

The All Inclusive Villa Sol Hotel and Beach Resort is located on the North Pacific coast of Costa Rica at Hermosa Beach. Located on the hilltop overlooking the Gulf of Papagayo, you will be amazed by the incredible views of the Pacific Ocean and stunning sunsets.  

Surrounded by lush tropical vegetation and with access to Hermosa Beach, this hotel is an excellent selection for any beach vacation.

This resort is only 35 minutes away from the Daniel Oduber Airport in Liberia. And just 4 hours away from the Juan Santamaria Airport in San Jose.

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Day 2: Playa Hermosa

Sunday, Jun 02, 2024


Daily Summary

Activities:
- 2 Tank Papagayo Local Dive
Accommodation:
- Villas Sol
Meals:
- All Inclusive

2 Tank Papagayo Local Dive

Pick Up Place: Villas Sol Beach
Drop Off Place: Villas Sol Beach
Description

Papagayo area offers a great variety of dive sites among them Tortuga, Argentina, Turning point and Fat point. The Pacific coast offers all dive levels going from calm areas to others with some current. Different species of rays, school of fish, sea horse, turtles and white tip sharks can be seen while exploring the underwater world of this region. 

This activity includes tanks, weights, weight belt and snacks on board. Additional equipment is available directly at the dive shop.

What to Bring: Bathing Suit, Towel, Certification Card (C Card), Dive Log, Any Personal Dive Equipment That You Will Be Using, Additional Clothes To Change Into After Diving,

Includes: Weights, Belt, Tanks,

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Hotel: Villas Sol

Accommodation: Villas Sol
Meals: All Inclusive

Day 3: Playa Hermosa

Monday, Jun 03, 2024


Daily Summary

Activities:
- 2 Tank Papagayo Local Dive
Accommodation:
- Villas Sol
Meals:
- All Inclusive

2 Tank Papagayo Local Dive

Pick Up Place: Villas Sol Beach
Drop Off Place: Villas Sol Beach

Hotel: Villas Sol

Accommodation: Villas Sol
Meals: All Inclusive

Day 4: Playa Hermosa

Tuesday, Jun 04, 2024


Daily Summary

Activities:
- 2 Tank Catalina's Island from Papagayo
Accommodation:
- Villas Sol
Meals:
- All Inclusive

2 Tank Catalina's Island from Papagayo

Pick Up Place: Villas Sol Beach
Drop Off Place: Villas Sol Beach

Hotel: Villas Sol

Accommodation: Villas Sol
Meals: All Inclusive

Day 5: Playa Hermosa

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Free Day

Wednesday, Jun 05, 2024


Daily Summary

Accommodation:
- Villas Sol
Meals:
- All Inclusive

Hotel: Villas Sol

Accommodation: Villas Sol
Meals: All Inclusive

Day 6: Arenal

Thursday, Jun 06, 2024


Our journey begins with an early departure from Guanacaste, as we set off on a scenic drive towards the Arenal region. But this is no ordinary transfer – we've carefully curated an itinerary that combines convenience with immersion, allowing you to experience the very best of Costa Rica's natural treasures. Our first stop takes us deep into the heart of a rainforest, where a guided rainforest walk awaits. Be delighted by the sight of sloths leisurely hanging from tree branches, mischievous monkeys swinging through the canopy, and vibrantly colored frogs. Your knowledgeable local guide will share insights about these creatures and their habitat, providing you with a deeper understanding of the delicate ecosystem that sustains them. After this unforgettable encounter with wildlife, we'll refuel with a delicious local lunch, offering you a taste of Costa Rican flavors. As we approach the hotel nestled in the shadow of this majestic peak, you'll be greeted by breathtaking views and a warm Costa Rican welcome. Take a moment to settle into your comfortable accommodations before enjoying dinner onsite in the evening

Daily Summary

Activities:
- Private Guided Transfer from Guanacaste to Arenal with Sloth Encounter, Frogs and Lunch
- Lunch at Lina's Restaurant - Magic Mountain
Accommodation:
- Hotel Magic Mountain
Meals:
- Lunch
- Dinner

Private Guided Transfer from Guanacaste to Arenal with Sloth Encounter, Frogs and Lunch

Pick Up Time: 08:00
Pick Up Place: Villas Sol
Drop Off Place: Magic Mountain
Meals: Lunch
Description

Breakfast at your hotel. Your driver & guide will meet you at the hotel reception after you have checked out of your hotel to transfer to Arenal. After an easy drive that takes you along the outskirts of Liberia, the capital city of Guanacaste, you will be greeted by rolling hills and wide-open spaces.

Stop along the way to relax, stretch and enjoy a delicious, typical “Tico” lunch, served hot with a refreshing fruit drink. From here you will continue north on the Pan American highway and into the dense, lush hills that are home to sloths, monkeys.  Blue Jean dart frogs and other colorful frogs like to hang out near the river banks, and you and your guide will have ample time to search for these natural wonders, because this unspoiled area is filled with wildlife, birds and plants. Please be checked out of your hotel and ready to depart with your luggage packed as we will not be returning to your Guanacaste hotel. 

What to Bring: Insect Repellent, Comfortable Clothes, Camera, Sunscreen, Binoculars, Walking Shoes, Hat,

Includes: Bilingual Certified Guide, Transportation,

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Lunch at Lina's Restaurant - Magic Mountain

Pick Up Time: 18:30
Pick Up Place: Lina's Restaurant - Magic Mountain
Meals: Dinner
Description

Close the day with a flourish with dinner at the main restaurant of the Magic Mountain Hotel, a rich culinary experience that invites you to savor unique flavors, with unparalleled customer service, creating an unforgettable experience.

Includes: Entry, Main Dish, Dessert and Natural Drink.

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Hotel: Hotel Magic Mountain

Accommodation: Hotel Magic Mountain
Location: Arenal
Check in: 06/Jun/2024
Check Out: 08/Jun/2024
Room Type: 10 Superior
Description

Hotel Magic Mountain offers comfortable guestrooms and Deluxe Junior Suites, spectacular scenery, access to the swimming pools, hot water Jacuzzis and elevator with a panoramic view.  The hotel also provides guests with a Spa, meeting and conference space, clearly one of Costa Rica’s most impressive venues for weddings and receptions.  Not to mention the innovative international cuisine at Lina’s Restaurant, Magic Sports Bar and Margarita's Bar.

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Day 7: Arenal

Friday, Jun 07, 2024


Daily Summary

Activities:
- Your Vacation, Your Choice! Choose your adventure: White Water Rafting OR Hanging Bridges and Waterfall
- Ecotermales Hot Springs + Dinner
Accommodation:
- Hotel Magic Mountain
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Your Vacation, Your Choice! Choose your adventure: White Water Rafting OR Hanging Bridges and Waterfall

Pick Up Place: Arenal Manoa
Drop Off Place: Arenal Manoa
Meals: Lunch
Description

With a choice of day trips at the stunning Arenal  Volcano,  you will get to experience the area your way for a great day of discovery and adventure. Choose between  a thrilling  day out on the  class  2/3 Balsa River  

Balsa River White Water Rafting Class 2/3

The half-day adventure on the Rio Balsa provides plenty of action and thrills but with Class II-III rapids. Once everyone has had time to practice and review the commands and “high-fives” you will embark on your journey down the rapids. Get wet and wild on this fun rafting trip as you navigate rapids such as “Magnetic Rock” and “Dredges” on your 2-hour adventure tour down the beautiful and tropical Balsa River. At the end of the tour, your lunch spot is a tour on its own. A delicious, typical lunch is served at a traditional country estate designed for guests to truly experience.

Hanging Bridges, Waterfall, and Local Lunch

Take part in 3 amazing activities on 1 tour from La Fortuna. Get a birds-eye view of the rainforest on a  walk through the canopy on the suspension bridges of the Arenal Hanging Bridges park and then see the cascades of La Fortuna waterfall and walk through the rainforest canopy on the suspension bridges of the Arenal Hanging Bridges park.  A delicious local lunch top of the day. 

What to Bring: Comfortable Clothes, Camera, Sunscreen, Closed Shoes, Bathing Suit, Hat, Sunglasses, Extra clothes for after the tour, Towel,

Includes: Bilingual Certified Guide, Transportation, Tropical Fruits,

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Ecotermales Hot Springs + Dinner

Pick Up Time: 17:00
Pick Up Place: Magic Mountain
Drop Off Place: Magic Mountain
Meals: Dinner
Confirmation Number: RT-153398
Description

The Eco Termales Hot Springs is a sanctuary of pleasure, nature, and beauty that has been the life's work of the Hidalgo family focused on toward privacy and relaxation — it does not accept more than 100 visitors at one time so guests will never feel lost in crowd and will always find your own place to unwind. There are five volcanic hot springs fed pools that range in temperature from 99 to 106 degrees Fahrenheit. There is also a waterfall and freshwater pool adding to the ambiance. While the pools are manmade, they are built to contain and enhance the natural volcanic hot springs which feed directly into them.In addition to hot springs, the property offers several paved and lit trails so you can explore the surrounding jungle. There are large trees, broadleaf plants and many tropical flowers. It truly is a magical setting!

When you arrive at the resort you will be provided with a time slot for your dinner. The meal is served in an open air restaurant, providing authentic Costa Rican food. Coffee and dessert are included as well. The property also offers a poolside bar for an additional fee. Offerings include juices, cocktails and other beverages.

What to Bring: Camera, Sunscreen, Bathing Suit, Hat, Sunglasses, Water, Towel, Light Clothes, Sandals,

Includes: Entrance, Meal, Hot Springs,

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Hotel: Hotel Magic Mountain

Accommodation: Hotel Magic Mountain
Meals: Breakfast

Day 8

Saturday, Jun 08, 2024


Daily Summary

Transportation:
- Private Transportation from Arenal to Liberia Airport
Meals:
- Breakfast

Private Transportation from Arenal to Liberia Airport

Pick Up Place: Magic Mountain
Drop Off Place: LIR Airport

What’s included

Transportation

  • Private Transfer from Liberia Airport to Hermosa Beach
  • Private Transportation from Arenal to Liberia Airport

Activities

  • 2 Tank Papagayo Local Dive
  • 2 Tank Papagayo Local Dive
  • 2 Tank Catalina's Island from Papagayo
  • Private Guided Transfer from Guanacaste to Arenal with Sloth Encounter, Frogs and Lunch
  • Lunch at Lina's Restaurant - Magic Mountain
  • Your Vacation, Your Choice! Choose your adventure: White Water Rafting OR Hanging Bridges and Waterfall
  • Ecotermales Hot Springs + Dinner

Lodging

  • Overnight Playa Hermosa | Villas Sol | Deluxe Ocean View - 5 Nights
  • Overnight Arenal | Hotel Magic Mountain | Superior Room - 2 Nights

Meals

  • 2 Breakfast
  • 2 Lunch
  • 2 Dinner
  • All inclusive program at Villas Sol

Other

  • 24/7 in-country support from our local office

Fine Print

                What is included
            All accommodation stays, tours and transfers for scheduled activities are covered, unless otherwise listed in the itinerary
            24/7 in-destination support from our local office
            Payment of the program price constitutes your acceptance of the terms and conditions. Living Standards and practices at destination may differ from those in North America with respect to provisions of utilities, services and accommodation

            The following services are not included in the package price:
            • Passport fees, immunization costs, and local departure taxes (when applicable).
            • Optional enhancements like room or flight upgrades, or local camera or video fees.
            • Additional sightseeing, activities and experiences outside of your itinerary.
            • Early check-in or late check-out from hotels (unless otherwise specified).
            • Excess baggage charges, and where applicable, baggage not included in your fare.
            • Lunches, dinners and drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), unless specified in the itinerary.
            • Tips for services and experiences.
            • Visas (unless noted).
            • Travel insurance, which we offer and can be purchased after you’ve booked your tour.
            • Your international airfare – please do let your expert know if you’d like to receive pricing.