Costa Rica Experience
Tour
Overview
This tour is perfect for a Pickleball enthusiast! Enjoy two hours of daily Pickleball play as well as Pickleball competitions with local Costa Rican clubs. When we aren't playing Pickleball we will be participating in unique cultural experiences like sailing, snorkeling, boat tours, shopping, dining and more! We'll stay at the Pura Vida House, a highly awarded and highly rated luxury villa with a private chef located in a 5-Star resort. Join us for 8 days you will never forget!
Tour
Details
- WHO: Pickleballers of all ages and abilities, and their guests
- WHERE: Costa Rica
- WHEN: Coming Soon
- HOW MUCH: $TBD
Sample
Tour Itinerary
DAY 1 - ARRIVAL IN PARADISE
Afternoon: Arrive to Costa Rica (Liberia International Airport, LIR). Your private driver will pick you up and take you to your accommodation for the 7 nights, the Pura Vida House. Evening: Dinner @ Villa
DAY 2 - LOLA'S BEACHFRONT
Morning: Breakfast @ Villa & Pickleball. Mid-Afternoon: Cultural Experience —> Lola’s (famous local beachfront hidden gem). Evening: Dinner @ Villa
DAY 3 - TILARAN TOURNAMENT
Morning: 6am pickup to go to Tilaran (breakfast prepared "to go" for ride). Mid-Morning & Afternoon: Tournament + typical CR lunch + Lake Arenal w/ water sport activities (Kayak/SUP, wind/kite surfing available) + sunset happy hour @ local brewery. Evening: Dinner at Villa (8pm)
DAY 4 - PICKLEBALL SOCIAL
Morning: Breakfast @ Villa & Pickleball. Mid-afternoon: Free time (Beach Club/JW Marriott/Excursion). Late Afternoon: Dinner @ Villa. Evening: Play w/ Locals Social (round robin mixer)
DAY 5 - BOAT TOUR
Morning: 6am pickup (breakfast "to go") for Excursion --> Palo Verde National Park River Boat Tour (see natural wildlife in their natural habitat). Late Afternoon: relax at pool/beach club or pickleball. Evening: Dinner @ villa
DAY 6 - TOURNAMENT & TAMARINDO
Morning: Breakfast @ Villa. Mid-Morning/Afternoon: Local Tournament vs Tamarindo Pickleball Club. Mid-Afternoon: Cultural Experience - Explore Tamarindo (popular local town with beach restaurants/bars, boutique shopping, culture, entertainment). Evening: Dinner @ Villa
DAY 7 - SAIL & SNORKEL
Morning: Breakfast @ Villa. Mid-Afternoon: Excursion (Sunset Sail & Snorkeling Cruise: includes 4hr sail w/ open bar & lunch, snorkeling equipment included). Evening: Dinner @ Villa
DAY 8 – GOODBYE COSTA RICA
Morning: Breakfast at Villa. Afternoon: Depart for US
NOTE: This is a sample itinerary and subject to changes. While we make every effort to keep the actual trip as close as possible to the itineraries released in advance of the trip, the nature of group and international travel requires last minute changes due to vendors, travel logistics, game and tournament schedules, weather, etc.]
Meet Your Pickleball
Ambassador
Pickleball Ambassadors travel with the group, assist in planning the Pickleball experiences, hold Pickleball instructional clinics during the tour, and help coordinate the free play. They serve as a liaison between the Pickleball World Tours staff and our travelers. Pickleball Ambassadors are not only top notch Pickleball players, but also have a passion for travel and a commitment to excellent customer service.
TBD
Coming Soon
Inclusions
This Tour Includes
- VILLA: International hotel accommodations, taxes, and service fees (based on 2 guests per room). A surcharge of $50 per night applies for single rooms.
- MEALS: Two meals a day by private chef.
- TRANSPORTATION: Private airport transfers (Liberia International Airport) and Private driver to scheduled activities
- EXCURSIONS: Entertainment as outlined in the itinerary (amazing sightseeing excursions, authentic cultural experiences, guided educational tours).
- PICKLEBALL: Entrance fees for the games/tournaments, court practice time, etc. Daily Pickleball includes 2hrs daily play (8-10am), Unlimited Pickleball open play available
- Local tour manager with the team 24-7
- Outstanding service and commitment to your trip of a lifetime.
- OTHER: Access to the JW Marriott (8 restaurants/bars), Private access to 3 pristine beaches (Avellanas, Mansita, Langosta), 2 Spas (Beach Club & JW Marriott), Private concierge services (coordinate transportation, tours, activities), High Speed Wi-Fi (100mbps), 18 Hole Championship golf course (signature ocean views), 50% discounted golf green fees ($75/18 hole green fee), Access to Tennis/Pickleball Courts, Housekeeping, Laundry service, Daily Costa Rican coffee, Equestrian center, Mini Market, Beach chairs/umbrellas, 2 mountain bikes w/ access to 20+ miles of ocean view trails
This Tour Does NOT Include
- Round trip airfare, taxes, and service fees
- Passport / Visa fees
- Individual medical insurance (primary)
- Travel insurance (recommended)
- Customary tipping (bus drivers, tour guides, etc.)
- Personal items: souvenirs, snacks, etc.
What About Travel
Insurance?
We strongly encourage that you purchase travel insurance to protect your trip. PWT is not liable for circumstances (government travel restrictions, ACT OF GOD, force of nature, etc.) that would delay, postpone, change, or cancel the trip. We have partnered with TravelSafe to provide you with discounted rates for the insurance you need. This insurance can protect you from weather delays, travel issues, as well as injuries that would prevent you from traveling. IMPORTANT - if you want to be covered for SPORTS INJURIES and concerns with COVID make sure you select the “Cancel For Any Reason” add-on to the Classic package. We do not sell the insurance directly, we just strongly encourage you to look into it. Please click below to get started with a free quote.
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