Day 11 – The $10.00 entrance fee paid, we enter Manuel Antonio Park when it opens at 7:30 am, selecting a trail that leads toward the ocean, winding through dense jungle where we admire white face and squirrel monkeys, lizards, a coati (a raccoon-like mammal), a mother and baby sloth. Tour groups with their guides gather at Playa Manuel Antonio for a break and we watch as two middle aged couples frolic in the surf. Suddenly, a 6 to 8 foot wave hits the swimmers full on and slams them into the sand. One of the women comes up gasping for air, choking on salt water, obviously caught off-guard by the fierce pounding water. As her husband rescues her, the other couple emerge from the water, the man missing his swimsuit, dragged away by the ferocious wave! His wife runs for a towel as he tries to cover himself, embarrassed and naked in front of dozens of laughing tour groups. Lesson learned: Be sure and bring a change of clothes if you swim in the Costa Rica surf!
Jess was terrific and patiently guided us to make what we feel will be a wonderful family adventure.
David Herr
1 month ago
Jessica was extremely helpful and generous with her time. She was very responsive to our questions and comments and in a very timely fashion. She worked with us in partnership to plan a trip specifically for us and our wants and needs.
Linda Coleman
1 month ago
Shannon has been a real pleasure to work with. Responsive, quick to come back with answers and alternatives, and very knowledgable. Everything you want in a travel planner!
S Dunn
5 months ago
Just as she did last time we booked with Adventure Life, Franny really listened to what we wanted for our trip and went the extra mile to help us build the perfect itinerary.
Michelle Resnick
6 months ago
What made our Costa Rica experience great was the wonderful places we stayed and transportation to get to our different areas to visit was excellent! The white water rafting and the snorkeling & dolphin watching were really fun!