Costa Rican Cultural Vacations
Come Seize The Day !
Have you been looking for a vacation that adds cultural enrichment with adventure, beauty and
relaxation? Would you like to learn about the society and experience the culture of the country
you are visiting? If you answered yes to those two questions, we built our bridge to Costa Rica
for you. We will put you in the most beautiful locations and supply you with exhilarating
adventures that you will never forget. But unlike other travel companies, we specialize in taking
you to see and experience what Costa Rica is really about. Carpe Diem is not for everyone. But
it is for people that would enjoy being driven an hour off the regular road to a small village to
participate in the yearly celebration and watch the parade. Carpe Diem is for people that would
love to go to the village of Sarchi and watch the local artists meticulously painting the handmade
ox carts, just as they have for over 100 years. During the day we can arrange a private transfer to
the Valley de los Santos and show you the finest coffee plantations in Costa Rica growing
Tarrazu coffee; and then at night you can cheer on the local professional soccer team and watch
the fireworks after the game. We know local painters that will invite you in to their studio for a
private showing and discussion of their art. Would you be interested in donating school supplies
to an indigenous tribe like the Bri Bris, Cabecares or Boracas, and then learning about their
society and use of medicinal plants from one of the shamans? Perhaps you would enjoy gliding
down a river in a canopied boat snapping photos of the monkeys, iguanas, boa constrictors,
sloths, crocodiles, and colorful birds only a few feet away. Our eco package will give you this
opportunity as well as watching the giant sea turtles lay their eggs on the beach. We can take you
to Ojo de Agua where you can swim with the locals in pools filled daily by fresh spring water.
The restaurant at the pool even has karaoke during the day. On your way to see the waterfalls,
hummingbirds and butterflies, we will stop at an out of the way restaurant favored by the Ticos
(native Costa Ricans) for some authentic Costa Rican cuisine. Along with these unusual types of
adventures, we will share with you all of our findings regarding Costa Rican politics, economy,
health care and relationships with neighboring countries. Our knowledge of the country will
make your personal journey to Costa Rica enlightening and exciting.
Click on any picture to enlarge and get a better feel for the country. Acquaint yourself with our
hotels, transportation and adventures, and then click on a trip package for more information and
pictures about each area. Fill out the information form detailing your interests and let us design
the trip of a lifetime for you. The bridge is open; we make it easy to cross.
Testimonials:
“I was amazed how close I was able to get to the wildlife, and my pictures reflect the intensity of
all the colors.....The information and background you provided allowed me to appreciate the
people and their ways...Thanks Carpe Diem, I am definitely coming back for more.”
RJ Brooks; San Diego, CA
“We had never been to Costa Rica, but you guys made it such an enjoyable experience. We
never had to worry about the arrangements, and you were always available to answer our
questions. We are recommending Carpe Diem to all of our friends....."
John & Debbie Stjerne; Clovis CA
“We made so many friends and found such neat out of the way places to explore. We felt like we
really did see the “other Costa Rica”.........We are bringing our neighbors with us next year. Can
you find us some small coffee plantations to explore? We want the same driver, too....”
Bryce & Alicia Leyton; Miami FL
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