*Prices are in CDN$ per person, double occupancy.Single supplement: $1,390.

EMBRACE “PURA VIDA”, THE ESSENCE OF COSTA RICA! HOSTED BY JENNIFER JACKSON, CERTIFIED WELLNESS & FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

Costa Rica is a tropical paradise and offers travellers an abundance of outdoor activities. Visitors can fly through the rain-forest canopy on a zipline, go white-water rafting, climb a volcano, relax on a white-sand beach, or check out colourful marine life while snorkeling. The country has a large number of national parks and nature preserves that boast a rich array of birds, mammals, reptiles and rainforest plants.

Discover regions of this ecologically diverse natural wonder! Begin in the rainforest at the foothills of the Arenal Volcano and Hot Springs. Enjoy a variety of activities customized for you including: hanging bridges in the rainforest, horseback riding, mineral springs, zip lines and more! Travel to the area of Manuel Antonio where the gorgeous Pacific Coast awaits. Discover the indigenous wildlife and flora and fauna, including monkeys, butterflies, dolphins, sloths—all in their natural habitat. Your host Jennifer Jackson is a certified Yoga Instructor, Fitness & Wellness Expert—if you choose, you may begin and end each day with Yoga and/or meditation. The perfect complement to this experience.

MERIT HOSTED

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$3,695* p.p.

9 nights Departs Toronto

Jan 7, 2017

INCLUDES:

• round trip air from Toronto, direct, nonstop flights on Westjet

• private transfers throughout

• nine nights accommodations based on superior 4 star hotels

• daily breakfast, four lunches, five dinners

• customized daily yoga and/or meditation program with your host

• activities as per the day by day itinerary

• taxes and gratuities

Day 1 | Jan 7, 2017 | DEPART FROM TORONTO – LIBERIA (D) Westjet Flight 2642 departs Toronto at 9:15 a.m. arrives in Liberia, Costa Rica at 1:45 p.m. Upon arrival meet your local representative and transfer to the Arenal Volcano region.

Upon arrival check into the hotel and relax before joining Jennifer for a Yoga and meditation followed by your welcome dinner.

Accommodations: Hotel Arenal Manoa. Hotel address: La Fortuna, Alajuela, Costa Rica. Tel: +506 2479-1111.

Surrounded by gardens, pastures and a diversity of wildlife, Hotel Arenal Manoa is a great value with outstanding views of Arenal Volcano. Visitors can take advantage of the spacious gardens for walking and meditation. Amenities include a restaurant, in-room spa services, swimming pool with Jacuzzi and wet bar, and a panoramic view of the volcano from the balcony of each room.

Day 2 | Jan 8, 2017 | LA FORTUNA (B, L) CANYONING TOUR: After breakfast, transfer to the mountains for a morning of adventure with a canyoning tour. This adventure activity is designed for your safety and comfort. There are four rappels, three waterfalls and one canyon wall, ranging in height from 50 meters (130ft) to 20 meters (45ft); all are guaranteed to get your blood moving! Trails through the rainforest lead you from waterfall to waterfall through the canyon. Then a short trek out of the canyon will lead you back to the vehicles and back to our base offices just outside La Fortuna for a delicious “Tico” lunch in view of the famous Arenal Volcano. We then return back to the resort. Your yoga session will be hosted by Jennifer at your resort.

Nestled within the flat, rich lands of San Carlos, the Arenal Volcano rises up from the rainforest like a natural monument. One of many remarkable sights in the area, this mountain of fire symbolizes the adventure and mysticism of the region. Known as the adventure capital of Costa Rica, the Arenal Volcano/La Fortuna area offers numerous activities, ranging from highly charged white water rafting, canyoning and caving to more leisurely hikes through the rainforest and soothing swims in hot springs. The region’s attractions include the Arenal National Park, the Fortuna River Waterfall, the Caño Negro Wildlife Reserve, and numerous adventure tours in the rainforest. With its rolling hills, cattle farms, rainforest, and Costa Rica’s largest lake, the Arenal area’s verdant landscape is a cornucopia of bio-diversity.

Day 3 | Jan 9, 2017 | LA FORTUNA — TABACÓN (B, L) Enjoy breakfast relax at the hotel. In the afternoon depart for Tabacón Hot Springs to spend several hours exploring the various thermal pools and baths, followed by lunch. Your yoga session will be hosted by Jennifer at your resort.

The natural thermal and cold natural pools at Tabacón are unique in the Arenal Volcano region and unparalleled in the world. Guests can enjoy the medical and therapeutic properties. Spiritually oriented guests find that the springs provide clarity and the perfect ambiance for meditation and you will find the thermal pools at Tabacón will provide for you an unforgettable natural and eco-friendly experience.

Day 4 | Jan 10, 2017 | LA FORTUNA (B, D) Breakfast. Optional activities include zip lines, horseback riding, hiking, etc.

I T I N E R A R Y

Traditional Costa Rican dinner in La Fortuna. Your yoga session will be hosted by Jennifer at your resort.

The charming town of La Fortuna sits just 4 miles (6.4 km) from the Arenal Volcano. The town is an entrance point for the main road connecting the Arenal region, Lake Arenal, and the road to Guanacaste. On a clear day, the majestic volcano can be seen looming over this peaceful town.

Day 5 | Jan 11, 2017 | LA FORTUNA — MANUEL ANTONIO (B, L, D) After breakfast transfer via private van to Manuel Antonio. This 4.5 hour journey will take you along picturesque, winding road passes through San Carlos, San Ramón and Orotina in route to the shores of Jacó. Continue along the Central Pacific through the towns of Esterillos and Parrita in route to Quepos, a fishing town near Manuel Antonio, with a stop for lunch along the way.

Upon arrival transfer to the Parador Resort and Spa and check in. Dinner at the hotel. Your yoga session will be hosted by Jennifer at your resort.

Accommodations: Parador Resort & Spa. Hotel address: Quepos, Manuel Antonio National Park, Costa Rica. Tel: +506 2777-1414.

The resort is located on the Punta Quepos promontory in Costa Rica, surrounded by 12 acres of wildlife-rich tropical rainforest with panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and Manuel Antonio. This eco-luxury resort features 2 swimming pools and 4 restaurants and is just minutes from Costa Rica’s best beaches. Enjoy the wildlife, tropical gardens, pools, expansive views, excellent service, delicious meals and the gorgeous setting. The resort offers a free shuttle service to the beaches surrounding Manuel Antonio Park. There is a range of hiking trails in the jungle surrounding the hotel.

Day 6 | Jan 12, 2017 | MANUAL ANTONIO (B, L) Enjoy a Catamaran tour followed by lunch and then the balance of day at leisure. Your yoga session will be hosted by Jennifer at your resort.

Day 7 | Jan 13, 2017 | MANUAL ANTONIO (B) Breakfast. Optional activities at the hotel or at Manuel Antonio. Your yoga session will be hosted by Jennifer at your resort.

Day 8 | Jan 14, 2017 | MANUAL ANTONIO (B, D) Breakfast. Optional activities at the hotel or at Manuel Antonio. Group dinner in the town of Quepos. Your yoga session will be hosted by Jennifer at your resort.

Day 9 | Jan 15, 2017 | MANUAL ANTONIO (B, D) Breakfast. Optional activities at the hotel or at Manuel Antonio. Your yoga session will be hosted by Jennifer at your resort. This evening enjoy a farewell dinner at the hotel.

Day 10 | Jan 16, 2017 | MANUAL ANTONIO — LIBERIA — TORONTO (B) After breakfast check out of your hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight home. Westjet Flight 2643 departs Liberia at 2:35 p.m. Arrives Toronto at 8:50 p.m.

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PRICING

All prices are per person in Canadian dollars unless otherwise noted. GST, HST and provincial taxes are applicable on tours as noted.

INCREASE IN TOUR COSTS

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PAYMENT SCHEDULE

A deposit of $750 per person is required at the time of booking. Full and final payment is due 90 days prior to departure.

Deposit requirements for some tours may vary. You will be advised of such cases at time of booking.

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Provided Merit supplies such advice, they shall not be responsible for missed connections or departures, regardless of the cause.

TRAVEL PROTECTION PLAN (INSURANCE)

Trip cancellation and interruption insurance, medical and hospital insurance, baggage insurance, and various additional insurances are available and HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

If you choose not to purchase insurance, you are required to sign an Insurance Waiver Form. Note that if you choose not to purchase insurance, you are fully liable for any and all penalties imposed as stated under Cancellation Policy on this page. Please speak to your representative at the time of making reservations about insurance.

REFUNDS

The nature of travel involves risks and unpredictable weather and thus Merit cannot assure any departure or arrival times at any point of an itinerary. Your right to receive a refund is limited.

There will be no discounts or monies refunded for any missed or unused services

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While Merit will do its utmost to minimize any penalties charged, there are irrecoverable costs associated with your tour. The following penalties will be considered the costs incurred with cancellation:

(A) 90 days or more prior to departure: Loss of total deposit.

(B) 89 – 60 days prior to departure: Loss of 50% of total tour cost.

(C) 59 days or less prior to departure: Loss of 100% of total tour cost.

Cancellation penalties for some tours will vary and there may be additional penalties associated with the airfare. If so, these policies will be noted separately at time of booking and will prevail.

TOUR CHANGES

We reserve the right to substitute itineraries, hotels, airlines or vessels due to conditions beyond our control. In such cases we will do everything possible to ensure the locations visited, the excursions taken and the hotels offered are similar to the ones originally planned. Any change to itineraries will not result in eligibility for a refund.

REVISION FEE

Changes to your tour reservation might not be possible. Should you request a change and we are able to accommodate it, you will be subject to any charges imposed by the airline or tour suppliers. In addition, we reserve the right to charge a $50 revision fee for any change made after the deposit is paid. A change in name or departure date may constitute a cancellation, and the corresponding penalties may apply.

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