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On this epic Dreamcatchers trip we’ll be taking you on a unique journey to the heart of the most beautiful country in the world. Coffee & Birds in Paradise III is a trip through the biodiversity of Costa Rica and its incredible heritage as a world capital of high-quality coffee.
We'll be exploring many sides of paradise— from the central volcanic range to the rich, tropical coastlines to the dense green mountains of the cloud forest. The thermometer of our trip will be your smile, and we'll work hard to delight and surprise you as we gradually unveil the magical hidden places, interesting activities, warm people, and soul-nourishing foods that will make you fall passionately in love with Costa Rica.
Testimonials Coffee & Birds I ( December 2023)
Highlights of this Trip
“Magic Carpet” Dreamcatchers treatment from beginning to end.
Beautiful daily guided natural adventures & excursions.
Travel like a local and discover some of the most unique natural sites and secrets of Costa Rica that tourists never see.
Enjoy gorgeous scenic drives that will inspire you.
A naturist guide, adventure guide, and our bilingual private driver will be taking care of you the entire time.
Visit active volcanoes and natural hot springs.
Explore Costa Rica’s national parks and biological reserves.
Bathe in rivers, oceans and waterfalls.
Travel in a state of blissful comfort.
Stay in unique, comfortable accommodations that will be part of the experience.
Visit the remote mountainous regions of Costa Rica as we explore a variety of micro-climates and natural habitats.
Visit and learn about bird-friendly cacao and coffee plantations.
Meet and interact with inspiring local artists and people.
Eat delicious, healthy and authentic food from the moment the sun comes up until the sun comes down.
Get up close with local wildlife including howler monkeys, scarlet macaws and sloths.
Have piles of fun, good conversation and new connections with positive like-minded adventurous individuals.
Fully relax your body & mind.
Let go and feel The Dreamcatchers Experience.
Driving around Costa Rica's epic roads is an epic experience and in 'Coffee & Birds in Paradise III' we'll experience some of our favorite drives as we connect our destinations. The selected routes are scenic masterpieces that will offer us many secret pitstops where we will discover art, explore nature, and taste incredible local food. We’ll ride in a spacious, deluxe, air-conditioned van which will always be stocked with fresh coconut water, fruit and snacks for your comfort.
Costa Rica produces some of the best coffee in the world and you’ll see why as we explore the majestic highlands of the Valle Central— the home of the coffee region. You will get to understand the massive impact that this simple bean had and still has on the history, culture and economy of Costa Rica. In this trip we will dive straight into the wonderful world of coffee by visiting Troubardour’s coffee farm where we will join in and participate in the harvest as we learn everything about growing and processing high-quality coffee at our bird-friendly farm.
25% of Costa Rica is composed of national parks or protected areas and we will be visiting some of the most beautiful natural sites of Costa Rica so we can expose our souls to the beauty of the country and get up close to the wildlife.
Costa Rica is home to over 850 bird species and contains some of the richest biodiversity on the planet! We’ll search for and appreciate the wide diversity of unique birds including hummingbirds, parrots, antbirds, herons, hawks, and so many more. By traveling to a diversity of habitat types, our chances are increased to see a wide diversity of birds. Expert bird guide, Phil, who has guided several previous Costa Rica birding trips, is eager to share some of these gems with you.
The pace of this trip is both active and relaxed, with ample time dedicated to easy physical adventures combined with relaxing time off to enjoy the calm beauty of nature.
Coffee & Birds in Paradise III is going to open up a world that we’ve been exploring for decades and which hopefully helps you discover not just Costa Rica, but perhaps even parts of your very self.
Availability: January 9-18, 2025
Cost: $4,499 (double)/$4,999 (single)
Includes: All meals, transportation, accommodations, drinks, snacks, airport pickup, and all tours & activities
Duration: 9 nights, 10 days
Maximum number of guests: 12
Guide: Ignacio Oreamuno + Phil Brown
Driver: Javier Solano
Transportation: Private Deluxe Bus “The DreamMachine”
Questions? ignacio@thedreamcatchers.co
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should come on this trip?
"Birds & Coffee in Paradise" is designed for adventurous travelers that love comfortably exploring the beauty of nature, meeting new people and eating delicious food while adventuring in the most beautiful country in the world.
This trip is suited for anyone that wants to get a true insider's view into Costa Rica's ecological wonders, culture and food. The trip will have be especially geared toward finding and enjoying the diversity of birdlife the country’s varied habitats host, and we will also spend time visiting and learning about bird-friendly practices on coffee farms.
What level of physical activity is required for this Dreamcatchers trip?
This trip is a perfect balance between relaxed comfort and light nature trekking. Most walks will be easy to moderate.
Is there free time?
Yes. the rhythm of the trip allows for free time each day to relax, nap, call home, or do anything you please. We will take great care not to over book each day and provide you with ample alone time – if that is what you seek.
I have food and dietary restrictions, am I going to be ok?
Yes. Prior to the trip we'll be collecting your dietary preferences and restrictions and we’ll cater to these needs as best as possible.
Will I be able to connect with my phone?
Yes. Costa Rica has a strong mobile network and most phones will have coverage even in the most remotes part we'll visit. In addition to that most or all of the places we'll be staying will have wifi. We'll ensure you have connectivity most of the time.
Do I need to know Spanish?
Not at all! You'll be in the company of two guides that are all fluent in English and Spanish. In addition, a lot of people speak English in Costa Rica. By the end of the trip however, we expect you'll know many new words!
Pipa = Coconut in Costa Rica. Vamos a tomar muchas pipas frias en la playa! We're going to drink a lot of cold coconut water at the beach!
What is our transportation like?
We will be traveling on the awesome deluxe Dreamcatchers bus (AKA The DreamMachine). It's got great comfortable seating, air conditioner, good music, snacks, and Javier our awesome full-time professional driver.
We'll be driving leisurely and making lots of pitstops along the way for snacks, coffee (of course) and bathroom breaks.
What kind of gear do I need for this trip?
We will be providing all our guests with detailed list of gear for each specific trip. I will be very specific about what you need so you won't need to worry about being under or over packed.
How is your all inclusive policy?
We want to minimize the amount of times you reach for cash. All hotels and accommodations, meals, tours, outdoor activities, bus snacks, fruit, and water, will all be included!
What happens when I arrive in Costa Rica?
We will personally be there to pick all our guests at the airport and whisk you off on the adventure. At the conclusion of the trip we will also drop off all our guests at the airport. We'll always be there taking good care of you.
What's the weather like?
The temperature will vary drastically depending on where we are, ranging from high 80's (30° Celcius) in the beach, to a cool 65 in the high altitudes of the mountains (18°).