Arrive in Liberia International Airport. After clearing customs you will be welcomed by a Best of Both Adventures host. You will then be taken to the beautiful and exotic Best of Both Villas where you will be greeted by your Tour Director. You may wish to take some time to relax on the beach before gathering for dinner, introductions and briefing for your journey.

6 p.m. – Meet your fellow guests and enjoy the sunset over the Pacific Ocean with light tropical appetizers and wine (if you choose). Next you will be treated to the 5-star cuisine of our very own chef. After dinner, you are invited to sign-up for your complimentary spa treatment and listen to your Best of Both Adventures leaders go over the next few days' events. You can then retreat back to your cozy room for a good night's sleep.

Your tropical home away from home has incredible views. The Best of Both Villas are tucked away in five beautiful acres of fruit trees, butterfly and hummingbird gardens, and surrounded by rainforest covered mountains and rolling green fields. You will be in heaven the moment you arrive. Decorated with residential-style furnishings and decor the Villas draw inspiration from their natural surroundings. From here you will set out to discover jungle valleys, scenic waterfalls and natural hot-springs. This region is home to a rich diversity of flora and fauna, with many national parks and wildlife refuges. For the natural historians, there are fascinating historic sites and quaint villages to explore. The beaches of Jaco, where the Villas are located, are some of the best in Costa Rica. The long, pristine stretches of palm studded beaches invite leisurely, relaxing walks as well as crystal clear, deliciously warm water to swim and surf in. The evenings are balmy and star-studded.

Sunrise - Enjoy a relaxing yoga class on the beach followed by breakfast. After breakfast we will take you to your first adventure, a Canopy Tour.

The Canopy Tour is an exciting and dramatic way to see the animals in the jungle. From the ground it's very difficult to see the many birds and other animals dwelling high above us. The solution is to be up in the trees with them! The canopy is accessed by a system of suspended platforms connected with steel cables, between the trees of the jungle. To move from tree to tree we use pulleys and climbing gear of the best professional quality. This system of platforms allows visitors to appreciate nature as well as the many stunning views from the top of these ancient tropical trees. No rappelling or climbing is involved on this tour and a guide will receive you at each platform, making for a safe but exhilarating canopy adventure.

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Please bring: Long pants, insect repellent and walking shoes.

We then return to the hotel for lunch, and afterwards you may wish to simply relax, enjoy an afternoon yoga class, or take your scheduled spa treatment.

5pm: We will meet at the resort's beach club for our Inspiration Class and Guest Speaker.

6 pm: Enjoy the Pacific sunset with light tropical appetizers and wine (if you choose). Our private chef will prepare you another delicious 5-star dinner.

7 am: Wake up with Yoga for Surfers™, a combination of stretching and strengthening specific for addressing surfer's needs. After a fresh and healthy breakfast from the local markets , you will feel energized, nourished and prepared for your first surf day.

9 am: You will learn surfing fundamentals including the 'Jump-Up' technique, paddling techniques, accelerating and stopping, surf board control and safety and, very importantly, surfing etiquette. For experienced surfers, you will receive the more advanced training you need.

12 pm: We return to the hotel for lunch, and afterwards you may wish to enjoy an afternoon yoga class, just relax, or take your scheduled spa treatment.

5 pm: We will meet at the resort's beach club for our Inspiration Class and Guest Speaker.

6 pm: Enjoy the Pacific sunset with light tropical appetizers and wine (if you choose). Our private chef will prepare you another delicious 5-star dinner.

7 am: Begin this surf instruction day with Yoga for Surfers™.  Then, after another delicious breakfast, you will be well prepared to practice what you have learned on the previous day, as well as learning and trying a few other important techniques.

9 am: This morning your instructor will acquaint you with the next level of surfing fundamentals, with emphasis on wave selection and paddling out from the beach; never forgetting the importance of safety and etiquette in the water.

12 pm: Return to the hotel for lunch, followed by yoga, relaxation or scheduled spa treatment.

5 pm: We will meet at the resorts beach club for our Inspiration Class and Guest Speaker.

6 pm: Enjoy the Pacific sunset with light tropical appetizers and wine (if you choose). Our private chef will prepare you another delicious 5-star dinner.

Sunrise - Begin your day again with yoga on the beach followed by breakfast. Then, get ready for another incredible adventure; this time to one of the most beautiful parks in Costa Rica, the Manual Antonio National Park.

This national treasure is among the most visited attractions in all of Costa Rica and with good reason. Located on the Pacific coast, just about 90 miles southwest of San Jose, Manuel Antonio National Park boasts amazing ocean views, picturesque beaches and exotic flora and fauna. Though development here is surely making its mark, it still figures among the most naturally beautiful areas of the country.

From mountain perches, view of the sea from Manuel Antonio National Park is stunning, so don't forget your camera. Here, the rainforest runs down to the shore, and just on the horizon, offshore islands break the rich, turquoise waters. The Manuel Antonio Park jungle trails access a myriad of beaches, and the park's relatively small size makes casual hiking a joy. At just around 1,680 acres, it is one of Costa Rica's smallest national parks, and besides protecting idyllic beaches, it also exists to care for the surrounding forest . While exploring the park's network of trails, you may be rewarded with sightings of howler and white faced monkeys, and bird watchers can keep their fingers crossed in hopes that they will glimpse a scarlet macaw. Sloths : http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sloth] and coatimundis http://www.juliesjungle.com/coati.php] may also be spotted while sightseeing in Manuel Antonio. Please keep in mind at all times that feeding any animals we may encounter in the park is strictly forbidden and with good reason.

Your hike will be lead by an expert guide to ensure that you learn as much as you like about the animals and plant life you will be encountering as well as gain an understanding of the importance of husbandry and stewardship.

5pm: After a much earned rest, we will meet at the resort's beach club again for our Inspiration Class and Guest Speaker.

6 pm: Enjoy the Pacific sunset with light tropical appetizers and wine (if you choose). Our private chef will prepare you another delicious 5-star dinner.

7 am: This will be the final morning of surf instruction and will begin our day with Yoga for Surfers™. After another delicious breakfast, head to the beach again to catch more waves.

9 am: The emphasis this morning will be on practicing all the techniques you have learned so far. Additionally, you will receive instruction on reading ocean conditions and tide charts. This is another very important aspect of being a well-informed and prepared surfer.

12 pm: We then return to the hotel for lunch. After lunch, we will head out to the countryside for an afternoon of exploring the jungle on horseback! The views will be stunning and the intimacy of experiencing the exuberance of the jungle's wildlife and flora in this manner is magical.

There will be a bilingual guide, and refreshments will be provided. The transportation to and from our departure site is air-conditioned. You will need to bring/wear comfortable shoes or boots, long pants, sun block, insect repellent, binoculars and camera.

5 pm: You will have a chance to get refreshed and then we will meet at the resort's beach club for our Inspiration Class and Guest Speaker.

6 pm: Enjoy the Pacific sunset with light tropical appetizers and wine (if you choose). Our private chef will prepare you another delicious 5-star dinner.