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Pacific Canyon Drive, Manuel Antonio, Puntarenas , Quepos 60601 CR 

Contact: 

Jeff Ralston Tel: 506 6021 2479 info@villascostarica.com 

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Table of Contents 

• Welcome 

• GENERAL INFORMATION 

• Essential Tips to Get You Settled In 

• ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE INFORMATION 

• Driving Directions 

• Arrival Information 

• Departure Information 

• USEFUL TELEPHONE NUMBERS 

• Telephone Numbers 

• VILLA INFORMATION 

• Floor Plans 

• Maid Service & Laundry 

• WIFI 

• GETTING AROUND 

• About Quepos / Manuel Antonio 

• Beaches 

• Other Fun Destinations 

• CHEF SERVICES 

• Escape Villas Chef Services 

• ADVENTURE TOURS 

• Tours We Recommend 

• RESTAURANT GUIDE 

• List of Recommended Restaurants 

• SPA SERVICES 

• Local Spa Services 

• SAFETY 

• Safety Tips 

Contents 

• Welcome 

• GENERAL INFORMATION 

• Essential Tips to Get You Settled In 

• ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE INFORMATION 

• Driving Directions 

• Arrival Information 

• Departure Information 

• USEFUL TELEPHONE NUMBERS 

• Telephone Numbers 

• VILLA INFORMATION

• Floor Plans 

• Maid Service & Laundry 

• WIFI 

• GETTING AROUND 

• About Quepos / Manuel Antonio 

• Beaches 

• Other Fun Destinations 

• CHEF SERVICES 

• Escape Villas Chef Services 

• ADVENTURE TOURS 

• Tours We Recommend 

RESTAURANT GUIDE 

• List of Recommended Restaurants 

SPA SERVICES 

• Local Spa Services 

• SAFETY 

• Safety Tips 

Welcome to Casa Dolce Vita 

This welcome book is intended to help you get acquainted with the area and our home. 

Important information, favorite restaurants, fun activities, and more. Along with our 

area guide you'll also find everything you need to know about our home, from air 

conditioning to the kitchen appliances. 

Enjoy your stay! 

The Escape Villas Staff

GENERAL INFORMATION 

Essential Tips to Get You Settled In 

Think Green 

Think green and help us conserve electricity and water. Turn OFF all air 

conditioners and lights when you leave the rooms and be mindful of your 

water usage as it can get scarce in the dry season. 

• Since we are on a septic system, we ask that you DO NOT 

throw toilet paper in the toilets but rather in the waste 

baskets provided. 

• As in most developing countries, we are prone to the occasional 

power outage. Please be patient; in most cases, the lights are 

restored in a matter of minutes. Every house has candles and 

flashlights in the kitchen just in case. 

• A great trick for keeping the BUGS at bay at night is to KEEP THE 

LIGHTS LOW and the FANS ON. 

• Leftover food should not be left on the counters. Please store it in the 

refrigerator, microwave, or oven. Our jungle friends, like ants and 

monkeys, like late night snacks as much as we do!

Drinking Water 

Tap water is completely SAFE to drink in Costa Rica. 

Communications, WIFI AND Internet 

• When using the house phone, local calls are free throughout Costa 

Rica, just dial the 8-digit number direct. 

• For making international calls we suggest using a calling card. They 

are the least expensive option and are available in Quepos at the 

pharmacy across from the central market and in Manuel Antonio at 

Super Joseth. You can also use a credit card; just dial 1116 for an 

international operator. 

• If you have an unlocked phone, you can buy local pre paid phone 

chips called KOLBI. These can be purchased at Super Joseth in 

Manuel Antonio or the Economic pharmacy in Quepos across from the 

Central Market. The cost is c2500 for the chip and this comes 

charged with talk time and when out, the chip can easily be refilled 

at the same places. 

• If the wireless internet connection is not working there are several 

internet cafes in the area. The closest one is at the Si Como No Hotel, 

just go up to the main road, turn right and it is about 100 meters 

down 

• WIFI PASSWORD: 27775226

Exchanging Money 

There is no need to change a lot of US Dollars to Costa Rica Colones as 

Dollars are accepted everywhere. If you are driving, it's a good idea to 

exchange about $5-$10 for tolls on the highway. When you pay with US $, 

you will receive Colones back as change. There is no need to wait in the 

LONG lines at the bank to exchange money. Most ATMs offer US $ as an 

option for withdrawal.

ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE INFORMATION 

Driving Directions 

San Jose to Manuel Antonio 

IF you have the APP WAZE, CLICK on the link below for DIRECTIONS to our 

office in MANUEL ANTONIO: 

Directions to Escape Villas 

The drive from the San Jose airport (Juan Santamaria International Airport) 

to Manuel Antonio will take about 2 hours and 15 minutes and is fully 

paved with the new highway in place. We suggest exchanging at least $5 

US dollars into Costa Rican Colones for the tolls on the highway. Ask the 

rental car agent to send you off in the right direction, which should be 

west on Route 1, past the airport. Drive defensively and be aware when 

two lanes become one, "CEDA" means "Yield." 

Note: The first 13 km uses the same "old" route to Manuel Antonio. GPS 

devices might not be updated and will likely still have the "old" route so 

do not rely on them to follow the complete recommended route. 

Once on Route 1 - follow signs to San Ramon, and continue straight ahead 

for about 10 km. After the second bridge crossing, get in the right lane 

and take the next exit (Route 3) for Jaco / Quepos / Manuel Antonio. There 

is also a sign here for Punta Leona and Atenas. Turn left at the stop sign, 

crossing back over Route 1.

Follow Route 3 for about 3 km. Look for a large Christian church on the left 

and then a soccer field and make a left on the road immediately after it. 

You are on the road to Turrucares. There are no signs and it's a secondary 

road, so don't think you've made a mistake. It's currently the best 

connection to the toll highway from the airport. 

Drive for another 3 km through this somewhat winding road. Once you 

arrive at the highway intersection turn left BEFORE the highway. Again, 

there are no signs here yet. Be careful as it's a narrow two-way gravel 

access road. After some 300 meters, you will arrive at a roundabout. Make 

a right following the highway signs to Orotina / Atenas. 

Drive on the highway through 2 toll booths. Then, take the next right exit 

to Route 34, follow signs for Jaco / Quepos. This exit forms a loop, and 

then you bypass a roundabout to continue straight to Jaco (another 36 

km). 

Follow Route 34 (also called Costanera) for a while, and you will cross over 

the Tarcoles River Bridge - there are usually a few cars parked before/after 

the bridge since it is a popular viewing point for the crocodiles lurking in 

and around the river. 

Shortly after this, you will see the ocean on your right-hand side. Pass 

Punta Leona and Herradura - you will see the Automercado supermarket 

on the right-hand side of the road. 

Follow the signs to Jaco and Manuel Antonio. You will pass through one 

Rotunda; then the road leads directly to Quepos. 

As you approach Quepos after passing through a small town called Parrita, 

you will see an exit sign to the right for Quepos. DO NOT TAKE THIS EXIT. 

That route is closed because of bridge work up ahead. Keep left, and you 

will pass a large grocery store on the left called Maxi Pali. About 2 miles 

ahead you will come to an intersection with a gas station on your right. 

Turn right at the gas station and follow this winding road till you can see 

you are entering Quepos. You will see a grocery store on your right called 

Pali and Alamo Car Rental on your left. Turn left at the street across from 

Pali and where Alamo sits. You are now on the main road to Manuel

Antonio. Follow this road about 3 miles, and you will see a 2-story Plaza 

shopping center on your right, very modern so it stands out. Just past the 

shopping center on the right you will see a building with a restaurant 

upstairs called Agua Azul. Below is a Colwell Banker office. Your host will 

meet you out front in the parking lot. I will let you know what phone 

number to call when you leave the airport and as you pass Jaco to alert 

your host of your progress. Our hosts change houses from time to time but 

i will let you know the number before you leave the states. Enable 

international roaming on your phone before you leave. You won't have to 

use it much but in cases of emergency it is a good idea. Also, you might 

call your bank and let them know you might be using your debit/credit 

card in Costa Rica on the dates you are here. Finally, don't worry about 

changing your money to Costa Rican colones as everyone takes USD here. 

You will receive change in colones, however. 

Arrival Information 

Arrival Information 

Please let your Concierge know if you need a private shuttle, rental 

car, or flight booked to our area. We're here to help! If you drive 

yourself, please let your Concierge know what time your flight arrives in 

Costa Rica. 

All over Costa Rica, there are NO street addresses and minimal street 

signs. Due to that, driving at night can be tricky. We suggest a 

shuttle, to make your arrival less stressful. We can always have a rental 

car dropped off at the villa the next morning for you to enjoy. 

If you are driving, you'll need to give a quick call to your Host to let them 

know you're on the way. Calling your Host is very important so they 

can estimate your arrival time and be waiting for you at the 

office. 

Your Concierge will give you the Host's cell number and Whatsapp info 

before your arrival. The rental car companies never have an issue with 

you making a quick local call to let us know you're on the way. The drive 

from San Jose area is about 3 hours to Manuel Antonio. Your Host most 

likely will meet you at our office; then you follow the Host to your villa.

Departure Information 

Departure Information 

One of your Hosts will be there about 15-20 mins BEFORE you leave. They 

will do a quick walk through to make sure no one has forgotten anything. 

The Host will collect all the KEYS, and you'll be ready to go. Please be 

sure to let your Host know what time you're planning on leaving so they 

can plan to meet you. If you're having us take care of the transport, your 

Concierge will coordinate with your Host. 

USEFUL TELEPHONE NUMBERS 

Telephone Numbers 

TELEPHONE NUMBERS 

Escape Villas Office: 2777-5258, Mon. – Fri. 9am – 5pm, Sat. 1pm – 5pm 

Your host's names are Jeff and Ricky. They can be reached on their cell 

phones at Jeff 6021-2479 or Ricky 6039-0305. 

Emergency: 911 

Police: 2777-0196 

Quepos Hospital 2777-0922 

Emergency Medical Clinic 

& Ambulance Service 2777-6868 

OIJ-Criminal Investigation Bureau 2777-0511 

Traffic Police 2777-0329 

Taxi 2777-0425/2777-3080 (always use red taxis) 

Super Joseth (Grocery Delivery Service) 2777-1095, press 1 for Delivery 

American Airlines 2248-9010 

United Airlines 0800-044-0005 

Taca Airlines 2242-1000

US Airways 0800-0110-793 

Escape Villas House Numbers: 

Please call Valerie at 2777-3275 or 2777-5258 for assistance with booking 

tours, chefs, making restaurant reservations, to report any problems at 

your house or for answers to any questions you may have. Or you can call 

your Host. 

If in need of assistance after office hours, contact Jeff or Ricky their cell 

phones at Jeff 6021 - 2479 or Ricky 6039-0305. 

VILLA INFORMATION 

Floor Plans 

Villa Floor Plans 

Get a head start on familiarizing yourself with the layout of the villa! 

Click here and then scroll down to "FLOOR PLANS" 

Maid Service & Laundry 

Maid Service 

Your Villa comes with Daily Maid Service EXCEPT for Sundays. Laundry 

Services can be scheduled for $25 per machine load washed, dried, and 

folded. Please talk to your Host to schedule our Laundry Services. 

WIFI 

WIFI PASSWORD 

The house have Wifi. Please remember that we are in Costa Rica and the 

internet speeds may not be as fast as you're accustomed to.

WIFI PASSWORD : 27775226 

GETTING AROUND 

About Quepos / Manuel Antonio 

Quepos / Manuel Antonio Description 

Playa Manuel Antonio is one of the best places for a beach vacation in 

Costa Rica. An award-winning paradise destination, Manuel Antonio has 

amazing beaches, beautiful blue waters, and lush tropical rainforests. The 

natural beauty of Manuel Antonio provides the perfect setting for an 

unforgettable beach vacation to Costa Rica that the entire family will 

enjoy. 

With four gorgeous beaches to frequent, the pristine Manuel Antonio 

National Park, tropical coral reefs and a generous abundance of flora and 

fauna, visitors to Playa Manuel Antonio enjoy everything from sports 

fishing to snorkeling to hiking through Costa Rica’s rainforest in search of 

exotic wildlife. 

When the sun goes down, Manuel Antonio comes to life. With the 

glimmering stars overhead, restaurants and bars in Manuel Antonio and 

the neighboring town of Quepos begin to come alive! Filled with people 

sipping on cocktails, drinking ice cold beer, and discussing their 

adventures, the local bars in Manuel Antonio and Quepos are perfect for a 

relaxing time. Vacations to Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica are truly an escape 

to paradise. 

Beaches 

Manuel Antonio Beaches 

Another great thing about Manuel Antonio are the beaches. Inside the 

National Park ($16 per person entrance fee) there are 4 great white sand 

beaches. Some of the few white sand beaches in all of Costa Rica. Just 

before and outside of the park is the public beach. It's about 1 mile long 

of beautiful beach to enjoy. You are also close to a hidden gem of a beach

named "Playa Bisanz". Bisanz is a great beach to visit during LOW tide. 

There are rocky coves to explore but ONLY during LOW tide. You can get 

to these beaches either via public bus or taxi. Just ask your Host and they 

can help you. If you have a rental car you can explore some of the 

beaches South of Manuel Antonio. 

Some of the beaches here have riptides. So please be careful when 

playing in the waves. If you're not a strong swimmer never go higher than 

waist deep or behind where the waves are breaking. If caught in a riptide 

DON'T PANIC and NEVER try to fight it. Swim parallel to the shore until 

you are out of the riptide. They are usually about 10 to 20 feet wide. 

Once out rest a moment floating. Then swim back to shore. We don't tell 

you this to scare you, only to help you be more informed and enjoy your 

vacation. 

Other Fun Destinations 

Manuel Antonio National Park 

Manuel Antonio National Park is one of the favorite destinations in Costa 

Rica for enjoying its diverse flora and fauna. Monkeys, sloths, agouti, 

raccoons, and many species of birds, as well as beautiful white sand 

beaches, reached after a wonder-filled hike through the forest. 

Marina Pez Vela 

Quepos/Manuel Antonio is a star destination for sports fishermen from 

around the world due to its calm waters and rich supply of sailfish, marlin, 

dorado, and tuna. Our marina is the largest in all of Central America and 

offers first class, five-star services. It is also an enjoyable destination for 

land lovers thanks to its boardwalk, ocean views, terrific open-air 

restaurants and night-time entertainment.

CHEF SERVICES 

Escape Villas Chef Services 

Why Hire a Private Chef? 

One of the pleasures of renting a vacation home is not always having to 

eat in restaurants when you are on vacation...but if you are on vacation 

you need a rest from cooking and cleaning up! This is why Escape Villas 

provides chef services at a modest cost: 

• Chef services are available for 1 or 2 meals a day. 

• Costs are as follows and are based on groups of 10 people. Price is 

$15 extra per person over groups of 10. 

• Prices do not include food. 

1 meal a day - $140 + food cost 

2 meals a day - $180 + food cost 

ADVENTURE TOURS 

Tours We Recommend 

Manuel Antonio Tours 

There are a TON of fun things to do in the Manuel Antonio area. This is a 

list of just 10 popular tours, so ask your Host or Concierge about other fun 

activities. There's Scuba Diving, Surf Lessons, Parasailing, Paddle 

Boarding, Sea Kayaking, Boat Rentals and more! 

We are here to help you get the inside scoop on Manuel Antonio, relax and 

allow us to help plan your upcoming adventures. When you have decided 

on what you want to do during your vacation, give us a call, it is our 

pleasure to serve you. 

ATV/QUAD TOUR 

Enjoy riding automatic ATVs either as a Single rider or Double though the

Costa Rica wilderness. If you're not the best rider, the guides work with 

you to help ensure you feel comfortable on the tour. You will always wear 

a helmet and ride safely while on the ATVs. Be sure to talk to your Host or 

Concierge about which type of ATV tour you'd like to go on. We work with 

several ATV tours, but not all are the same! 

MILD: This is an easy ride through the forest on dirt roads. You'll ride 

around to a beautiful waterfall. Here you will park and enjoy a short hike 

down to the waterfall. You can even swim and jump in if you want! 

Afterward, the group will ride back to the office and have lunch. 

Pick up times: 7:30 AM, 10:00 AM, 1:00 PM 

Price: Single $105 Double $135 

Deposit: $30 per machine 

MEDIUM/COMBO TOUR: This tour you'll hop on your ATV and ride 

through African Palm plantations to a wildlife reserve. There you'll leave 

your ATVs and hike up a trail to some hanging bridges. You'll follow the 

trail to waterfalls where you can swim. The hike is almost 2 miles round 

trip. Then you'll ride back to the tour office to enjoy lunch. 




ADVENTURE: This tour you'll ride through the Costa Rican mountains. 

You'll enjoy the countryside as you ride through some streams to a 

waterfall. After some time at the waterfall, you'll ride back to the tour 

office and have lunch. 




ALL ATV TOURS 

Duration: 4 hrs 

What To Bring: Shoes or Rugged Sandals with heel strap (NO Flip 

Flops) / Sunglasses/ Camera / Towel / Sunscreen / Bug Spray / Extra Set of 

Dry Clothes / Wear swimsuit under clothes if you choose to enjoy the

waterfalls 

Tour Includes: Transportation / Bilingual Guide / Lunch & Natural Fruit Drink 

/ Snacks / Water / Helmet / ATV 

Max/Min of Persons: 20 Max / 4 Min 

Min age: 6 with Adult 

CANOPY TOUR / ZIPLINE 

Canopy/Zipline Tours are one of the most popular activities to do in our 

area. We work with several different companies in our area. Your Host or 

Concierge can schedule your tour with the company that best fits your 

"adventure" level. You'll zip through the canopy on several lines and 

platforms. Each tour includes a meal, vegetarian option available. All 

companies we work with are 100% safety conscious. On all tours, the 

guides do the braking for you. All you need to do is sit back and enjoy. 

The guides are always there to help you. 

EASY: This tour is great for kids or people who are unsure how they will 

like it and still wanting to try a canopy tour. There are several ziplines, 

hanging walkways and short nature walks. This is a very mellow zipline 

suitable for all levels. It will leave you wanting more and to do it again. 

MEDIUM: This is for the more adventurous. You can even try the 

Superman line where you fly across the jungle like Superman. There is an 

extra fee for the Superman. Ziplines are higher and faster than the Easy 

tour. 

ADVENTUROUS: This is for the adventurous at heart! Adults and kids 

both LOVE this tour! Fast ziplines and many platforms. Longest line in 

Costa Rica about 4,500 ft long. It takes longer than 1 minute to cross. 

Each line gets better and faster during the tour. Even the people who are 

nervous at first come back raving about this tour! 

ALL CANOPY/ZIPLINE TOURS 

Duration: About 4-5 hours 

Pick up times: 7:30 AM, 10:00 AM, 1 PM*, 3 PM* *Only during High

Season* 

What To Bring: Shoes or Rugged Sandals with heel strap (NO Flip Flops) / 

Sunscreen / Bug Spray 

Tour Includes: Transportation / Bilingual Guide / Lunch / Natural Fruit 

Drink / Snacks / Water 

Max/Min of persons: No min. Larger groups will be split into groups of 10. 

You still go together but for safety reasons you go in groups of 10. 

Price: $75 per person / $25 Deposit per person 

Min age: 6 

Max weight: 300 lbs 

CATAMARAN TOUR 

This is a staff favorite. From the moment you leave the beautiful Marina 

Pez Vela you'll be in awe of the beautiful coastline. After a quick 

introduction and safety talk, you'll be motoring along looking for Dolphins 

and enjoying the scenery. You'll see the back side of Manuel Antonio 

National Park, go along the public beach and to the snorkel spot. While 

you're swimming and snorkeling the crew prepares you a meal. There is a 

slide to go down and you can jump off the top of boat. During the tour for 

the adults 18+ there are FREE mixed drinks with fruit juices. Beer is $2. 

For non-drinkers and kids, there are fruit juices and water. After eating 

your delicious meal on the catamaran you'll motor back along the 

coastline. If you are on the afternoon tour, you will watch the sunset out 

on the water. The sun setting over the water is beautiful and shouldn't be 

missed! 

Duration: 4 hours 

Pick up times: 8:30 AM or 1:30 PM 

What To Bring: Flip Flops / Camera / Towel / Sunscreen / Wear swimsuit / 

Extra Set of Dry Clothes / Sunglasses

TourIncludes: Transportation / Bilingual Guide / Lunch or Dinner / Natural 

Fruit Drink / Snacks / Water / Mixed drinks free for Adults 18+ Beer $2 / 

Snorkel Equipment 

Max/Min of persons: 80 max / 4 min 

Price: $80 per person / $20 Deposit per person 

Private Catamaran price: $1,200 / $200 Deposit 

15 people max on private tour. 

DAMAS ISLAND MANGROVE TOUR 

Hop into a boat or kayak that’ll take you into the Mangrove. Single or 

Double kayaks available. The mangrove is a forest that grows in the 

estuaries, and because of human exploitation, it’s now almost extinct. 

Enjoy the wildlife that lives in this unique ecosystem, with curious 

monkeys jumping on the boat while you learn more from the fascinating 

trees. If you choose to do the boat tour, you'll go over to see Isla Damas 

(Lady's Island) where a community still lives. You see the mouth of the 

mangroves where the mangroves meet the ocean. If you choose to take 

the kayak tour, you'll explore deeper into the mangroves. You will even 

paddle past a little, hidden community that lives in the mangroves. You'll 

see a variety of water birds and maybe even the Basilisk Lizard that can 

RUN on top of the water. Depending on the High Tide time you'll be 

served Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner. At low tide, there isn't enough water in 

the mangroves to do the tour. Ask your Host or Concierge to call to get 

the pickup times. 


Pick up times: According to High Tide. 

What To Bring: Shoes, Rugged Sandals with heel strap, Water Shoes or Flip 

Flops) / Sunscreen / Sunglasses / Bug Spray / Camera 

Tour Includes: Transportation / Bilingual Guide / Natural Fruit Drink / Fruit 

Snack / Lunch / Water / Single or Double Kayak / Boat

Max/Min of persons: 30 Max / 2 Min 

Price: 

$65 Per Person 1/2 Day 

$75 Per person Full Day 

Deposit: $20 per person 

HORSE BACK RIDING TOUR 

This beautiful half or full day tour of horseback riding features an 

abundance of colorful birds and an incredible double waterfall that invites 

you for a jungle swim. Full day tours give you time to swim at the 

waterfall. Your experienced, bilingual guide will help you discover the 

richness of the land and the wildlife, as you ride through the primary and 

secondary rainforest. The views of the valley and the surrounding tropical 

forests are truly spectacular!! When you return to the tour office, you'll 

enjoy a traditional Costa Rican lunch. 



What To Bring: Shoe, Rugged Sandals with heel strap or Water shoes (NO 

Flip Flops) / Towel / Sunscreen / Wear swimsuit under clothes / Snug fitting 

Sunglasses / Camera 


Snack / Lunch / Water / Horse and tackle 


Price: 

$65 per person 1/2 Day 

$75 Per person Full Day 

Deposit: $20 per person


Max weight: 300 lbs 

MANUEL ANTONIO NATIONAL PARK TOUR 

Hike around the most famous of all of Costa Rica’s National Parks. In spite 

of being the smallest, it’s the most visited. Enjoy the dense green jungle 

accompanied by blue water beaches where you’ll be visited by the local 

wildlife. Your expert guide will help you find sloths, monkeys (we have 3 

types here!), lizards, birds and much more! The guide will pick up your 

group any time you'd like (park open 7am-4pm Closed Mondays). We 

always suggest going earlier in the day to see more wildlife. 

Duration: 2.5-3 hrs 

What To Bring: Shoes or Rugged Sandals / Camera / Towel / Sunscreen / 

Bug Spray / Wear swimsuit if you want to take a quick dip 

Tour Includes: Transportation / Bilingual Guide / Park Entrance Fee / Water / 

Snack 

Max/Min of persons: No min or max, large groups may be split between 

several guides for the best experience. 

Price: 

$55 per person / $10 deposit $65 per person for private tour. 

WATERFALL FULL DAY TOUR 

Jungle, beach, waterfalls, and swimming holes in this full day of 

adventure. The theme of this tour is "Off the Beaten Path." You will not 

experience another tour like this in Costa Rica. We pick you up and head 

South to some of our favorite waterfalls in the country. We will visit 3

different waterfalls; each waterfall has a swimming hole, places to 

explore, areas to jump from and 1 waterfall even has a 20ft natural water 

slide. We will also visit a semi-private beach that is outlined with caves 

and palm trees. Get away from the crowds and enjoy Costa Rica like a 

Local. Perfect tour for families with wide range in ages 

Duration: Full Day Tour Time:10:00am 

What To Bring: Shoes or Rugged Sandals (NO Flip Flops) / Camera / Towel / 

Sunscreen / Bug Spray / Extra Set of Dry Clothes 

Tour Includes: Transportation / Bilingual Guide / Lunch / Natural Fruit 

Drink / Snacks / Water 


Price: 

$130 per person / $30 Deposit per person 

Add $30 per person to make the tour private 

WATERFALL RAPPELLING TOUR 

This waterfall experience takes you to a part of the rainforest that most 

tourists don’t see. After getting changed into clothes you'll get wet in, 

you'll get harnessed up and ready to go. The bilingual guides will take you 

on a 4x4 ride out to where you start the course. You'll climb up hanging 

ladders, go on a few ziplines, walk a suspended bridge to the waterfall. 

Then it's time for rappelling down the beautiful waterfall. Depending on 

how adventurous you are you can either have the guide lower you over or 

you can lower yourself! During the tour, you'll always have a safety line 

attached to you. A guide will be waiting at the base of the waterfall where 

you'll do the the famous Monkey Drop. After the tour, you'll enjoy a 

delicious traditional lunch. 





Sunglasses / Extra pair of dry clothes


Snack / Lunch / Water 


Price: 

$85 per person 



WAVERUNNER / JETSKI TOURS 

Bilingual guides lead you across the beautiful Pacific coastline where you 

will see the hidden bays, islands, and beaches around the National Park. In 

this marine world, you will encounter dolphins and have an opportunity to 

see turtles, sea birds, and sometimes whales. 


Pick up times: 7:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 1:30 PM, 3:30 PM 

What To Bring: Flip Flops / Towel / Sunscreen / Wear swimsuit under 

clothes / Sunglasses 


Snack / Water 


Price: 

$130 Single, $160 Double 

Deposit: $20 Single $30 Double 

Min age: 6 with Adult

WHITE WATER RAFTING 

Costa Rica offers world-class whitewater rafting and kayaking rivers. Wild 

and untamed, these big, brash rivers plunge through spectacularly 

beautifully, largely, unexplored tropical wilderness. Enjoy our tropical 

rivers; whether you are an expert or a beginner, a nature lover or a thrill 

seeker, a rafting enthusiastic or an active kayaker, one of our expeditions 

is for you. 

Duration: 4-6 hours 

Pick up times: Vary due to river 8:00 AM or 12:00 PM 



Sunglasses / Extra pair of dry clothes 


Snack / Lunch (on full day tour) / Water 


Price: 

$65 per person 1/2 Day 

$95 per person Full Day with lunch 



For groups of 8 or more ASK about our private tours 

IMPORTANT NOTE REGARDING PRICES 

**PLEASE NOTE THAT THE DEPOSITS FOR THE TOURS ARE 

USED TO 

GUARANTEE YOUR SPACE ON THE TOUR. IN CASE OF ANY 

CANCELLATIONS

OF LESS THAN 72 HOURS, YOU WILL LOSE THE DEPOSIT & 

POSSIBLY BE 

FURTHER CHARGED DEPENDING ON THE TOUR 

COMPANY. ANY 

RESERVATIONS CANCELLED LAST MINUTE, OR DAY OF, MAY RESULT 

IN A 

100% PAYMENT OF THE TOUR.** 

RESTAURANT GUIDE 

List of Recommended Restaurants 

Agua Azul 

Great views, service, and food! Located above Escape Villas office. It’s a 

local favorite. The Calamari app. is delicious. Great place to celebrate a 

birthday, they put on a good show. Closed WEDNESDAYS 

Agua Azul Web Site 

• tripadvisor 

El Avion 

Dine in a place with a bit of history. This restaurant is an old US cargo 

plane from the Iran-Contra scandal, turned into a restaurant. Good food, 

great views, and the place has a secret history. Located across from El 

Gato Negro, it's a big airplane on the right as you head towards the public 

beach. Great for kids as they can explore the cockpit. 

El Avion Web Site


El Lagarto 

Amazing grilled food. Great sunset view and 2 x 1 happy hour drinks. 

Unique dining experience. Highly recommended!!! 

El Lagarto Web Site 


Emilio's Café 

Great coffee and amazing view. Friday and Saturday nights usually has 

live music. Delicious dinner menu. Closed on TUESDAYS. 

Facebook Page with Contact Info and Directions 


Gabriella's Steak, Seafood & Pasta 

Great marina and sunset view with delicious seafood and fine dining. 

Located above Runaway Grill in the Marina Pez Vela. Nice wine selection 

Gabriella's Facebook Page


La Lambretta 

Great wood fired pizza. Nice ocean view! Next to Emilio’s Cafe. Closed 

TUESDAYS. 


Sancho's Mexican Restaurant 

Great Mexican food with a view. Many different styles to suit everyone's 

tastes. Prices very reasonable. Has a full bar. 


Sunrice Asian Fusion 

Asian fusion food. Omnibus rice balls, noodles and tuna poki are a few 

favorites. Has full bar and happy hour. Closed MONDAYS. 


Z Gastro Bar 

Z Gastro Bar – Seafood fusion. Often featuring creative dishes and 

combos. Octopus burger is delicious. Has happy hour specials. Right in

the center of Marina Pez Vela. 

Z Gastro Bar Web Site 


SPA SERVICES 

Local Spa Services 

Manuel Antonio Spa Services 

Being on vacation is all about pampering yourself and your loved ones - 

and what better way than with a Massage or Spa Treatment! 

Ask your Concierge or Host about our In-Villa Spa Services. We can help 

arrange for a highly trained Therapist to do Facials, Manicures and 

Pedicures, Body Treatments and Massages right in your villa. 

We can also recommend Spa Services in town depending on your budget 

and needs. Give your Concierge or Host a call to arrange Spa Services at 

your convenience. 

SAFETY 

Safety Tips 

Safety 

• Please LOCK the villa when everyone is out and, at NIGHT before 

going to bed. We do have security guards in the area, but it is always 

better to be safe than sorry. Please do not leave any valuables out in 

the open when you are away from the villa. 

• We also strongly suggest that you use the safes that are provided in 

the house and only carry copies of your passport with you. Unless

you are driving, leave your Passport in the safe. 

• Manuel Antonio is a safe town, but unfortunately, petty thieves exist 

everywhere. Do not leave things in plain view in your car while 

unattended. Lock your vehicles. Do not leave your belongings 

unattended on the beach, always have someone you trust watching 

them. 

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