Come enjoy the magic of Costa Rica!
Our focus is all about connection: connecting you to your training, connecting your body and mind, connecting your spirit to the natural wonders of our land, connecting your senses to the Costa Rican warmth and hospitality - all tailored to inspire and invigorate your overall health and fitness while pursuing your cycling passion.
Our guides are all professional, championship road cyclists, having won multi-stage National competitions in both individual and team events over the last eight years. We have the best sprinters, climbers, and endurance athletes in Central/ South America. Our training sessions will be especially adapted to you - targeting specific skills, logging mileage, or just taking in the incredible scenery while enjoying the sport you love. We offer graded tour levels to ensure an unforgettable experience for people of all ages and diverse backgrounds. Group numbers are kept small to minimize the impact on the environment and to maximize your individual experience.
After the daily rides, we return to our accomodation at the Hotel Los Lagos, with incredible views of the active Arenal Volcano, situated just 4.5 miles west of La Fortuna. Relax in the jazuzzi, the hot or cool water pools, or arrange a massage for tired muscles with one of the hotel therapists. Unwind with a rainforest canopy tour, a leisurely jungle hike, recreational fishing, or just enjoying the fine dining at the hotel.
Training Tour
Our tours are designed for those who ride on a regular basis, however we are happy to accomodate any level of fitness. Please contact us to discuss details if they are other than listed below.
Advanced Level: 80 - 120 km/day
Group A: Average 30+ km/hour
Group B: Average 20+ km/hour
Moderate Level: 60 - 80 km/day
Group A: Average 30+ km/hour
Group B: Average 20+ km/hour
Sample Itinerary
Day 1: Transfer from Juan Santa Maria International Airport to Hotel Los Lagos in La Fortuna (http://www.hotelloslagos.com)
The Following Stages can be done in any order or combination. Each ride will begin and end at Hotel Los Lagos and have constant assistance from support vechicle and equipment mechanic in route. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and all road training food/beverages are supplied daily.
Stage 1: 4 Days (240 - 400 km) - Los Lagos
La fortuna; Ciudad Quesada; Aguas Zarcas; Chachagua Circuit will pass the spectacular Arenal volcano, whose smokey plumes blend with early morning mists, and continue through the panoramic landscapes of the San Carlos Province.
Stage 2: 3 Days (180 - 300 km) - San Carlos
Los Chiles; Zarcero; Pital. Revel in the fresh air of the beautiful farming fields and rolling green hills. Catch a glimpse of iguanas and scarlet macaws.
Stage 3: 3 Days (180 - 300 km) - The Gulf of Papagayo
This is the land of the tortuguero. Soak in the rhythm of the surf, miles of beaches and see the magestic sea tortoises.
Stage 4: 2 Days (120 - 200 km) San Carlos
The central cordillera is filled with what seems to be infinite forests. Take in scenic viewpoints along splendid peaks and keep an eye out for our 4 different varieties of monkeys.
Day 14: Transfer from Hotel Los Lagos to San José
Costa Rica - The Details
The country is bounded by the Pacific Ocean on its Western shores and the Carribean Sea on the East. Panama is situated on its Southern border, Nicaragua on the North.
Range of natural diversity: Lush tropical rainforests; dry northern coastal forests; high mountain cloud reserves; sea turtle refuges; volcanos; secluded white/ grey and black sand beaches; world class white water rivers; stellar surfing and windsurfing; numerous natural parks and biological reserves; and of course, hundreds of kilometers of idealic country roads for cycling!
Capital City: San José
Population: 3,820,539
Surface Area: 51.100 Km2
Climate: Tropical with two seasons.Dry season occurs from December to April. Rainy season occurs from May to November
Currency: Colón (approx. 545 colones = US $1)
Language: Spanish (although many are bilingual)
Health Requirements: No vaccines are necessary, Up to date Tetanus and Hepatitus are recommended. Usual precautions are suggested regarding respect for food and water that is different from your own locale, to avoid unnecessary intestinal discomfort.