Pura Vida Costa Rica Tour

Please find practical information about your trip
This tour is not accessible to people with reduced mobility.

Pets are not allowed.
Our price doesn’t include a city tax which is payable locally - please see on site.

Please Note:
Check-in outside the hotel's standard times may incur additional fees. Check out times are subject to change, please check these with the hotel upon arrival.
Schedules and prices are subject to change.
If the property is accessible to people with reduced mobility, this is subject to availability. To book a room for reduced mobility, please contact our Customer Services Team.
Restaurant Information: some dining outlets/menu items and premium, branded and international drinks may not be included and may incur a surcharge payable locally. Meals, snacks and drinks may be available at selected times only.

The price includes:

• Standard or Superior accommodation (depending on the offer chosen)
• Board as per the itinerary
• Unlimited access to the hotel's hot springs in Arenal
• Upgrade to the Evergreen Lodge Arenal for Standard stays
• One glass of wine per adult at the first dinner in Tortuguero for Superior stays
• Unlimited access to the hotel's hot springs at Hacienda Guachipelin for Superior stays
• Self-guided walks on the natural paths of the Oropéndola waterfall in Hacienda Guachipelin for Superior stays
• Car rental of Standard or Superior category from day 3 or 4 to the end of your stay, depending on the length of your tour (see description)
• Shared transfers and excursions to Tortuguero
• Reception and assistance at the airport of San José
• Shared transfer airport/hotel in San José
• Shared transfer from the car rental agency to the airport in San José

 

The price does not include:

• Meals and drinks not mentioned
• Personal expenses, tips
• Tourist tax to be paid on site
• Insurance (optional)
• File fees
• Anything not mentioned in 'price includes'

If booking as a single traveller, room occupancy is not guaranteed. You may be placed in either a single, double or twin room, based on the availability of the property at the time. 

The location shown on our map is to be used as a guide only and the actual location of the property may differ.

Your contact details may be passed on to the hotel so that they can make contact with you to discuss your booking in advance of your arrival.

You may be asked to provide a credit/debit card deposit on arrival to cover any purchases made in the hotel.

Although we endeavour to provide up to date information we cannot guarantee that all hotel facilities and services will be available during your stay, especially when travelling out of the main holiday periods.

Star rating standards may differ to that of the UK, depending on the country of travel.

 

Travel with peace of mind

To ensure a peaceful holiday, our partners are committed to respecting the local health and sanitary measures in force to protect your safety and well-being.

Please note: health and sanitary measures may be subject to change in line with government recommendations. Consequently, they may affect access to certain amenities and leisure facilities.

Le Meridien 5*

Please find practical information about the property and your trip:
This property is accessible to those with reduced mobility.
The number of rooms at this property : 111

Check-in time: 15:00
Check-out time: 12:00

Pets are not allowed.
Our price doesn’t include a city tax which is payable locally - please see on site.

 

 

Your booking code to be presented on arrival at Le Meridien 5*: VPSTOPOVER23

Please Note:

Check-in outside the hotel's standard times may incur additional fees. Check out times are subject to change, please check these with the hotel upon arrival.

Schedules and prices are subject to change.

If the property is accessible to people with reduced mobility, this is subject to availability. To book a room for reduced mobility, please contact our Customer Services Team.

Room Information: the bed for the 3rd/4th guest sharing is likely to be a sofa bed or camp style bed.

Restaurant Information: some dining outlets/menu items and premium, branded and international drinks may not be included and may incur a surcharge payable locally. Meals, snacks and drinks may be available at selected times only.

If booking as a single traveller, room occupancy is not guaranteed. You may be placed in either a single, double or twin room, based on the availability of the property at the time. 

The location shown on our map is to be used as a guide only and the actual location of the property may differ.

Your contact details may be passed on to the hotel so that they can make contact with you to discuss your booking in advance of your arrival.

You may be asked to provide a credit/debit card deposit on arrival to cover any purchases made in the hotel.

Although we endeavour to provide up to date information we cannot guarantee that all hotel facilities and services will be available during your stay, especially when travelling out of the main holiday periods.

Star rating standards may differ to that of the UK, depending on the country of travel.

 

Travel with peace of mind

To ensure a peaceful holiday, our partners are committed to respecting the local health and sanitary measures in force to protect your safety and well-being.

Please note: health and sanitary measures may be subject to change in line with government recommendations. Consequently, they may affect access to certain amenities and leisure facilities.

Standard Car Rental (Volkswagen T-Cross for 3/4 people)

Valid driving licences or international licenses are accepted in Costa Rica. They must be presented with the passport. It is very important to check that your passport is stamped with the date of entry into the country.   

  

The minimum age for renting a vehicle is 21, and there is no maximum age for renting.  

Drivers aged 21 to 24 will be charged a daily supplement.  

Drivers under 25 years of age will be charged a $10.00 per day youth driver fee.  

  

Credit cards accepted: American Express, Mastercard, Visa, Diners Club  

  

A credit card authorization in the amount of $500 USD, plus the estimated cost of the rental, will be taken at the time of rental. This authorization amount can be used for vehicle damage or late fees. In the event that the customer refuses the CDW-TP, the amount held on the credit card will be USD 2500 plus the estimated cost of the rental.   

    

Debit/Cheque cards are only accepted at this centre as final payment. Debit/Check cards are considered non-credit cards such as American Express, MasterCard, VISA, Diners Club, Discover. Any other non-credit card without one of these logos is not accepted. 

 

 

Car rental conditions: 

Valid driving licences or international licenses are accepted in Costa Rica. They must be presented with the passport. It is very important to check that your passport is stamped with the date of entry into the country. 

Cars should be driven on the right side of the road. Speed limits are posted according to road conditions. Speed limits are different in rural and urban areas. 

The minimum age for renting a vehicle is 21, and there is no maximum age for renting. 

Drivers aged 21 to 24 will be charged a daily supplement. 

Drivers under 25 years of age will be charged $10.00 per day as a young driver. 

  

ADDITIONAL DRIVER: 

All additional drivers must meet all rental requirements. 

Additional drivers must check in at the rental counter with the primary renter. 

Additional drivers must sign the rental agreement. 

An additional daily rate may apply for any additional driver. 

The additional driver can only be added to the contract at the pick-up location. 

A maximum of four additional drivers per contract. 

  

FORMS OF PAYMENT: 

A passport in addition to a credit card, with available credit and in the name of the hirer, must be presented. The signature on the back must match the name printed on the card. In addition, if the hirer is making an online transaction, the number and name printed on the card presented by the hirer must match the name and number registered for the online transaction. 

Accepted credit cards: American Express, Mastercard, Visa, Diners Club 

A credit card authorization in the amount of $500 USD, plus the estimated cost of the rental, will be taken at the time of rental. This authorization amount can be used for vehicle damage or late fees. In the event that the customer refuses the CDW-TP, the amount held on the credit card will be USD 2500 plus the estimated cost of the rental. 

Debit/Cheque cards are only accepted at this centre as final payment. Debit/Check cards are considered non-credit cards such as American Express, MasterCard, VISA, Diners Club, Discover. Any other non-credit card without one of these logos is not accepted. 

Cash is only accepted at this location as a form of final payment. 
 

 
ADVICE: 

Like any other country in the world, Costa Rica faces the challenge of ensuring the safety of its citizens and visitors. Avoid problems by following these recommendations: 

When driving or parking your car, lock the doors and keep the windows closed. 

When possible, try to park in car parks, never on the street. 

Never leave money, credit cards, bags or valuables in the car. 

If you have a flat tyre, if someone tells you there is a problem with your car, if you are pushed from behind or followed, do not stop. Get help from the police or go to a busy shopping centre. 

Avoid stopping when a stranger asks for a ride. 

If you need to consult a map, do so in a safe, public place or ask a police officer for directions. Do not stop in front of strangers. 

Police tickets should be paid at banks, never directly to police officers. 

The car will be returned with a full tank of petrol. We recommend that you also bring it back full, otherwise we will charge you a higher price than at the petrol stations. When filling up, please use premium petrol. 

If you are travelling to areas away from your hotel, you should carry your passport and be careful. If you are staying close to your hotel, keep your documents in a safe and take a copy of your passport with all relevant information. 

Please check the date and time you are returning the car so that they are ready to assist you. 

  

NATIONAL PROTECTION PACKAGE (NPP): 

The National Protection Package (NPP) is a comprehensive product that includes Loss and Damage and Theft Protection (LDW-TP), Third Party Liability (SLI), Zero Deductible and Window and Tire (W&T) insurance, at a reduced price. 

  

DAMAGE WAIVER (LDW): 

Renting a vehicle from National Car Rental means that you are responsible for returning it in the same condition as you received it. LDW is not coverage, but it does relieve you of any obligation to pay for theft, vandalism, collision and damage to the exterior of the vehicle, regardless of who is responsible, as long as you meet the terms and conditions set forth in the rental agreement. 

Once the LDW is accepted, the renter will only be responsible for the first $800 to $1,500 of the total damage costs (depending on the type of vehicle). 

Renters may decline LDW if the credit card they are paying with was issued in the United States or Canada, provides coverage and can be verified by a National Car Rental employee in Costa Rica. There may be some types of vehicles for which LDW is mandatory. If LDW is declined, the renter will be held responsible for all damages and the SLI policy will be mandatory. This cover does not include roadside assistance required due to the customer's negligence or assistance in the event of lost keys, punctures etc. 

  

SUPPLEMENTARY LIABILITY COVER (SLC) - additional cost: 

This insurance policy releases you from any liability to third parties. If you are involved in an accident while driving a rental car and damage is caused to third party property, SLI will cover up to ¢10,000,000.00 of damage to third party property. 

National Car Rental guarantees that all policyholders or insured parties under this insurance policy will be covered. 

This policy covers up to ¢40 million PER PERSON and up to ¢100 million PER ACCIDENT in which the rental vehicle is involved. This policy covers "all sums for which the insured, or any other party covered by this policy, is held liable by a final judgment, in connection with this accident and any personal injury or property damage caused thereby. This cover excludes the driver and any member of his family, any person residing in the driver's household, or any member of the driver's family. 

Under this insurance policy, the hirer will be responsible for 20% of all damages, which in no case shall be less than USD 250. 

This coverage becomes mandatory when the LDW is declined. 

  

 0.00 DEDUCTIBLE: 

When you rent a vehicle from National Car Rental and accept any of our coverages, you become responsible for a specific deductible amount for each coverage. 

The $0.00 deductible option allows you to reduce your payment obligations under any of the previously accepted coverages, provided you agree to the terms of the rental agreement with respect to the deductibles of the accepted insurance policies. 

Damage caused by driving on sand, in water or under the influence of alcohol - as specified in the rental agreement - is not covered. If you decline this option, you will be responsible for paying the deductibles of the accepted coverage as stated in the rental agreement. 

  

GLASS AND TYRE (W&T): 

With this cover, National Car Rental releases you from any obligation to pay for any tyre/windscreen damage caused by accidents, collisions, bad road conditions (does not cover theft). 

  

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE: 

National Car Rental provides reasonably priced locksmith, tow truck and battery charging services, as well as delivery of up to 3 gallons of fuel, for your rental vehicle. 

Coverage does not apply in the event of negligence. 

  

PROVIDER: NATIONAL / ALAMO / COMPANY 

Contact: (+506) 2242-7878 / Office hours, Monday to Sunday 

24-hour call centre: 800-NATIONAL (800-6284625) 

  

RENTALS: 

  

HEREDIA: 

- San Antonio de Belén - 06:00 AM to 10:00 PM 

  

SAN JOSÉ: 

- San José International Airport 24 hours a day 

- Plaza Viquez 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM 

- Hotel Marriott Costa Rica 8:00am to 5:00pm 

- Lindora 8am to 6pm 

- Plaza Tempo 9am to 5pm 

- Paseo Colón 8am to 5pm 

  

GUANACASTE: 

- Liberia 06:00 to 21:00 

- Liberia International Airport 06:00 to 21:00 

- Nosara 8am to 5pm 

- Four Seasons Hotel From 8:00 to 18:00 

- Peñas Blancas (Nicaragua border) 08:00 to 17:00 

- Tamarindo (Alamo Office) 08:00 to 18:00 

- Samara Beach 08:00 to 17:00 

- Marina Papagayo 8:00am to 6:00pm 

- Hotel Dreams Las Mareas (El Jobo) 08h00 to 17h00 

- Mal País 8am to 5pm 

- Flamingo Beach 8am to 6pm 

- Brasilito (Alamo Office) 08:00 to 18:00 

 

PUNTARENAS: 

- Marina Los Sueños (Herradura) 08:00 to 17:00 

- Hotel Marriott Los Sueños 08:00 to 18:00 

- Uvita 08:00 to 17:00 

- Quepos (Marina Pez Vela) 08:00 to 17:00 

- Jacó Beach (Alamo Office) 08:00 to 18:00 

- Paso Canoas (Panama border) 08h00 to 17h00 

- Golfito Marina 08:00 to 17:00 

- Puerto Jiménez (Alamo Office) 08:00 to 18:00 

- Dominical (Alamo office) 08:00 to 18:00 

  

ALAJUELA: 

- Arenal / La Fortuna 08:00 to 17:00 

  

LIMÓN: 

- Guápiles - 08:00 to 18:00 

- Limón - 8am to 6pm 

- Puerto Viejo / Cahuita (Alamo Office) - 08:00 to 18:00 

Superior Car Rental - Suzuki Grand Vitara for 3/4 people

Valid driving licences or international licenses are accepted in Costa Rica. They must be presented with the passport. It is very important to check that your passport is stamped with the date of entry into the country.   

  

The minimum age for renting a vehicle is 21, and there is no maximum age for renting.  

Drivers aged 21 to 24 will be charged a daily supplement.  

Drivers under 25 years of age will be charged a $10.00 per day youth driver fee.  

  

Credit cards accepted: American Express, Mastercard, Visa, Diners Club  

  

A credit card authorization in the amount of $500 USD, plus the estimated cost of the rental, will be taken at the time of rental. This authorization amount can be used for vehicle damage or late fees. In the event that the customer refuses the CDW-TP, the amount held on the credit card will be USD 2500 plus the estimated cost of the rental.   

    

Debit/Cheque cards are only accepted at this centre as final payment. Debit/Check cards are considered non-credit cards such as American Express, MasterCard, VISA, Diners Club, Discover. Any other non-credit card without one of these logos is not accepted. 

 

 

Car rental conditions: 

Valid driving licences or international licenses are accepted in Costa Rica. They must be presented with the passport. It is very important to check that your passport is stamped with the date of entry into the country. 

Cars should be driven on the right side of the road. Speed limits are posted according to road conditions. Speed limits are different in rural and urban areas. 

The minimum age for renting a vehicle is 21, and there is no maximum age for renting. 

Drivers aged 21 to 24 will be charged a daily supplement. 

Drivers under 25 years of age will be charged $10.00 per day as a young driver. 

  

ADDITIONAL DRIVER: 

All additional drivers must meet all rental requirements. 

Additional drivers must check in at the rental counter with the primary renter. 

Additional drivers must sign the rental agreement. 

An additional daily rate may apply for any additional driver. 

The additional driver can only be added to the contract at the pick-up location. 

A maximum of four additional drivers per contract. 

  

FORMS OF PAYMENT: 

A passport in addition to a credit card, with available credit and in the name of the hirer, must be presented. The signature on the back must match the name printed on the card. In addition, if the hirer is making an online transaction, the number and name printed on the card presented by the hirer must match the name and number registered for the online transaction. 

Accepted credit cards: American Express, Mastercard, Visa, Diners Club 

A credit card authorization in the amount of $500 USD, plus the estimated cost of the rental, will be taken at the time of rental. This authorization amount can be used for vehicle damage or late fees. In the event that the customer refuses the CDW-TP, the amount held on the credit card will be USD 2500 plus the estimated cost of the rental. 

Debit/Cheque cards are only accepted at this centre as final payment. Debit/Check cards are considered non-credit cards such as American Express, MasterCard, VISA, Diners Club, Discover. Any other non-credit card without one of these logos is not accepted. 

Cash is only accepted at this location as a form of final payment. 
 

 
ADVICE: 

Like any other country in the world, Costa Rica faces the challenge of ensuring the safety of its citizens and visitors. Avoid problems by following these recommendations: 

When driving or parking your car, lock the doors and keep the windows closed. 

When possible, try to park in car parks, never on the street. 

Never leave money, credit cards, bags or valuables in the car. 

If you have a flat tyre, if someone tells you there is a problem with your car, if you are pushed from behind or followed, do not stop. Get help from the police or go to a busy shopping centre. 

Avoid stopping when a stranger asks for a ride. 

If you need to consult a map, do so in a safe, public place or ask a police officer for directions. Do not stop in front of strangers. 

Police tickets should be paid at banks, never directly to police officers. 

The car will be returned with a full tank of petrol. We recommend that you also bring it back full, otherwise we will charge you a higher price than at the petrol stations. When filling up, please use premium petrol. 

If you are travelling to areas away from your hotel, you should carry your passport and be careful. If you are staying close to your hotel, keep your documents in a safe and take a copy of your passport with all relevant information. 

Please check the date and time you are returning the car so that they are ready to assist you. 

  

NATIONAL PROTECTION PACKAGE (NPP): 

The National Protection Package (NPP) is a comprehensive product that includes Loss and Damage and Theft Protection (LDW-TP), Third Party Liability (SLI), Zero Deductible and Window and Tire (W&T) insurance, at a reduced price. 

  

DAMAGE WAIVER (LDW): 

Renting a vehicle from National Car Rental means that you are responsible for returning it in the same condition as you received it. LDW is not coverage, but it does relieve you of any obligation to pay for theft, vandalism, collision and damage to the exterior of the vehicle, regardless of who is responsible, as long as you meet the terms and conditions set forth in the rental agreement. 

Once the LDW is accepted, the renter will only be responsible for the first $800 to $1,500 of the total damage costs (depending on the type of vehicle). 

Renters may decline LDW if the credit card they are paying with was issued in the United States or Canada, provides coverage and can be verified by a National Car Rental employee in Costa Rica. There may be some types of vehicles for which LDW is mandatory. If LDW is declined, the renter will be held responsible for all damages and the SLI policy will be mandatory. This cover does not include roadside assistance required due to the customer's negligence or assistance in the event of lost keys, punctures etc. 

  

SUPPLEMENTARY LIABILITY COVER (SLC) - additional cost: 

This insurance policy releases you from any liability to third parties. If you are involved in an accident while driving a rental car and damage is caused to third party property, SLI will cover up to ¢10,000,000.00 of damage to third party property. 

National Car Rental guarantees that all policyholders or insured parties under this insurance policy will be covered. 

This policy covers up to ¢40 million PER PERSON and up to ¢100 million PER ACCIDENT in which the rental vehicle is involved. This policy covers "all sums for which the insured, or any other party covered by this policy, is held liable by a final judgment, in connection with this accident and any personal injury or property damage caused thereby. This cover excludes the driver and any member of his family, any person residing in the driver's household, or any member of the driver's family. 

Under this insurance policy, the hirer will be responsible for 20% of all damages, which in no case shall be less than USD 250. 

This coverage becomes mandatory when the LDW is declined. 

  

 0.00 DEDUCTIBLE: 

When you rent a vehicle from National Car Rental and accept any of our coverages, you become responsible for a specific deductible amount for each coverage. 

The $0.00 deductible option allows you to reduce your payment obligations under any of the previously accepted coverages, provided you agree to the terms of the rental agreement with respect to the deductibles of the accepted insurance policies. 

Damage caused by driving on sand, in water or under the influence of alcohol - as specified in the rental agreement - is not covered. If you decline this option, you will be responsible for paying the deductibles of the accepted coverage as stated in the rental agreement. 

  

GLASS AND TYRE (W&T): 

With this cover, National Car Rental releases you from any obligation to pay for any tyre/windscreen damage caused by accidents, collisions, bad road conditions (does not cover theft). 

  

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE: 

National Car Rental provides reasonably priced locksmith, tow truck and battery charging services, as well as delivery of up to 3 gallons of fuel, for your rental vehicle. 

Coverage does not apply in the event of negligence. 

  

PROVIDER: NATIONAL / ALAMO / COMPANY 

Contact: (+506) 2242-7878 / Office hours, Monday to Sunday 

24-hour call centre: 800-NATIONAL (800-6284625) 

  

RENTALS: 

  

HEREDIA: 

- San Antonio de Belén - 06:00 AM to 10:00 PM 

  

SAN JOSÉ: 

- San José International Airport 24 hours a day 

- Plaza Viquez 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM 

- Hotel Marriott Costa Rica 8:00am to 5:00pm 

- Lindora 8am to 6pm 

- Plaza Tempo 9am to 5pm 

- Paseo Colón 8am to 5pm 

  

GUANACASTE: 

- Liberia 06:00 to 21:00 

- Liberia International Airport 06:00 to 21:00 

- Nosara 8am to 5pm 

- Four Seasons Hotel From 8:00 to 18:00 

- Peñas Blancas (Nicaragua border) 08:00 to 17:00 

- Tamarindo (Alamo Office) 08:00 to 18:00 

- Samara Beach 08:00 to 17:00 

- Marina Papagayo 8:00am to 6:00pm 

- Hotel Dreams Las Mareas (El Jobo) 08h00 to 17h00 

- Mal País 8am to 5pm 

- Flamingo Beach 8am to 6pm 

- Brasilito (Alamo Office) 08:00 to 18:00 

 

PUNTARENAS: 

- Marina Los Sueños (Herradura) 08:00 to 17:00 

- Hotel Marriott Los Sueños 08:00 to 18:00 

- Uvita 08:00 to 17:00 

- Quepos (Marina Pez Vela) 08:00 to 17:00 

- Jacó Beach (Alamo Office) 08:00 to 18:00 

- Paso Canoas (Panama border) 08h00 to 17h00 

- Golfito Marina 08:00 to 17:00 

- Puerto Jiménez (Alamo Office) 08:00 to 18:00 

- Dominical (Alamo office) 08:00 to 18:00 

  

ALAJUELA: 

- Arenal / La Fortuna 08:00 to 17:00 

  

LIMÓN: 

- Guápiles - 08:00 to 18:00 

- Limón - 8am to 6pm 

- Puerto Viejo / Cahuita (Alamo Office) - 08:00 to 18:00 

 

If you book a package which includes flights, your contract will be with Voyage Privé. The air holiday package(s) shown are ATOL protected by the Civil Aviation Authority. Our ATOL number is 10170.

If you book a package which does not include flights, then ATOL protection does not apply. Your contract will be with the provider of the accommodation and not Voyage Privé. Voyage Privé acts only as agent for the accommodation provider.

Please read our booking conditions before confirming your holiday.