Canoe Costa Rica 9 day moderate quick water lodge based trip. Classic comfortable adventure and canoeing the best of Costa Rica. Canoe Costa Rica trips meet in La Fortuna Costa Rica, and are offered on: 2012 Departures Jan 27-Feb 4, 2012 Feb 24- Mar 3, 2012 March 23-31, 2012 Land Trip Price: $2595.00 Single Supplement:$450.00 Trip Notes Day by Day Itinerary Canoa Costa Rica Questions jim@battenkill.com		Canoa Costa Rica Classic comfortable adventure and canoeing the best of Costa Rica. 9 day moderate quick water lodge based trip This is our classic Costa Rica Adventure. We combine comfortable lodges, and good food with canoeing to create the BattenKill blend of hospitality. We meet in La Fortuna in the early afternoon and immediately immerse ourselves in the landscape with a walk at the Arenal Volcano. Our first river is the Rio Fortuna where huge trees reach out over the water creating a magical setting. The river corridor forms a verdant oasis providing a haven for wildlife including monkeys, sloths, kingfishers and others. All too soon we are at the take-out, and off to witness one of nature's most spectacular happenings - an active volcano. Our journey continues to the Rio Penas Blancas, a quiet isolated river whose scenery is dominated by lush forests, and vibrantly colored birds. We paddle at a leisurely pace allowing us to soak in all that we can, now thoroughly immersed in the true fabric of Costa Rica. Our day continues with a hike near the volcano and a visit to the Hot Springs. We move onto the Rio Arenal for our next day of paddling. This is a secluded river whose scenery is dominated by the volcano, verdant forests, and lively water. From the Rio Arenal we move on to the small northern village of Cano Negro and the Rio Frio. We will settle in here for two days giving us time to enjoy the Rio Celeste and some refreshing waterfalls. We have some excellent birding in this area with both migratory and resident birds making this area home. We plan an early start the next morning on the Rio Frio and paddling in the Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge. Cayman, sloths, howler monkeys and an array of other mammals and reptiles also make their home in the refuge. After enjoying a day of paddling in Cano Negro we enjoy the evening at Monte Escondido. A beautiful lodge tucked away near the village of Boca Arenal. Our next river is the Tres Amigos. A lively tree lined river that sparkles and dances throughout its length. We will enjoy some quick water and small rapids today, but still have time to relax and enjoy our surroundings. From our take out we settle in for a bit of a drive to the northern village of Boca Tapada and Maquenque Lodge. We spend two evenings here and the lodge’s large grounds and wrap around porches are ideal for bird watching or just relaxing in a hammock. At days end can look forward to a well cooked meal and relaxing by the lagoon or pook. The Artavia family's efforts and commitment are visible at this wonderful lodge that was once a cattle hacienda and is now surrounded by attractive gardens, a peaceful lagoon, ornamental plants and forest footpaths. And all together too soon our journey deep into the heart of Costa Rica we will be on our way back to San Jose, infatuated by this very special country. Contact Us BattenKill Canoe, Ltd. 800.421.5268 or 802.362.2800 fax--802.362.0159 ©2002 BattenKill Canoe, Ltd.. All rights reserved