Example Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive at Costa Rica’s International Airport (SJO)
Our team of professional, bilingual drivers will greet you at the airport and take you to the luxurious Cariari DoubleTree by Hilton just minutes from the airport (15) and Costa Rica’s Capital city. This lovely hotel features a large outdoor swimming pool, casino and a gourmet restaurant with a lovely view of Costa Rica’s central valley mountains range. The next morning you will enjoy a 45 minute scenic flight (included in package price) across the central mountain range to where the edge of the rainforest meets the Pacific ocean. Crocodile Bay Resort is only 5 minutes from the local airstrip. Our drivers will meet you and transport you to the resort.
Day 2
You will be greeted at reception with a cold mango and rum (optional) cocktail and introduced to our friendly staff. After a quick tour of the facilities – get settled in and we’ll help you plan your day. Whether you’d like to take it easy by the pool and swim up bar, or start exploring immediately, our staff will provide you all the information you need to enjoy your vacation on your terms.
Day 2
Day 3
Crocodile Bay Resort offers guests access to Costa Rica’s largest fleet of private inshore and offshore boats. Take a boat tour of the gulf in search of dolphins and whales( August & Sept or Jan & Feb) or try some of the World’s best inshore and offshore fishing, or explore the coastline by paddle board – its’ up to you! This year we also have new guided kayak fishing and surf casting available at the resort(tours and fishing must be purchased separately at the resort) Paddle boards are complimentary.
Day 4
Choose from any of our 30 full or half day expeditions (extra charge). We have tours for all ages and skill levels and our eco-department will visit your dinner table nightly to fill you in on what your group may enjoy most. We have our own eco department with licensed, bi-lingual guides. A great way to explore our gulf is on our new stand up paddle boards (complimentary).
Day 4
Day 5
With the À la Carte vacation package, each day is up to you. Today may be a good day to choose a spa treatment, or learn about rural and sustainable tourism by visiting a local family farm to learn how chocolate is created and refined(0rganically) from the cacao plant, visit to an animal sanctuary, or lean about ocean conservation by joining our sea turtle rescue program. (all tours, spa and fishing must be purchased separately at the resort)
Day 6
On your final day we suggest a visit to the charming town of Puerto Jimenez to visit the shops, restaurants and cafes. We also have a beautiful beach minutes form the resort you may visit – Playa Preciosa (Precious Beach) to swim, surf enjoy boogie boarding or sunbathing. Again, it’s all up to you, you may also enjoy some of our eco activities – or try an all natural spa treatment (all tours, spa and fishing must be purchased separately at the resort)
Day 6
Day 7
Departure or Extra Day
Some anglers like to extend their trips with an extra day of inshore or offshore fishing. Additional Days may also be added for our new guided Kayak Fishing trips and shore casting (or you may enjoy a visit to our spa or explore one of 30 eco adventure tours). Anglers of all ages and skill levels are welcome. Talk to one of our team members about including an extra free day just in case you just aren’t ready to call it quits! In any case, after this amazing adventure we’re sure you’ll be refreshed and ready to return home until your next visit.
This itinerary may be customized with more fishing tours or free days to enjoy one of our 30 eco adventure tours or our luxury spa chosen as one of the best in Costa Rica.
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What’s Included?
Included at Crocodile Bay Resort
- Lodging
- All Meals
- Soft Drinks
- Wine at Dinner
- Free WiFi
- Round trip ground transportation from Puerto Jimenez to Resort
- Sport Fishing Charters Include fishing boat, fishing gear, guide, fishing licenses, lunch cooler with beer & soft drinks
Not included: Alcoholic beverages at the resort, transfer fees, domestic airline overweight seat and baggage, international airfare, meals in San Jose, Costa Rican sales tax of 13% on room rates, airport departure tax, change fees, gratuities.
A transfer fee of $395 per person is not included in these rates and can be added to your package. The transfer fee includes inbound night stay at The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cariari San Jose (double occupancy), round trip ground transfers between airports and hotels, & scheduled round trip domestic air transportation between San Jose and the resort.
Payment Policy
Deposits, cancellations & refunds:A deposit of $1,500 per guest is required upon booking. The balance is due 90 days prior to scheduled arrival at Crocodile Bay Resort. A refund of the deposit less a handling fee of $150 per person will be returned if written notice of cancellation is received at least 90 days prior to scheduled arrival. There will be no refund of any monies for “no shows” or cancellations received less than 90 days prior to arrivals. Passport: For entry into Costa Rica, U.S. citizens must present valid passports that will not expire for at least six months after arrival, and a round-trip/outbound ticket. Travel/Trip insurance is strongly recommended for your protection in case of emergency; call your Agent or see our website.