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Costa Rica: a close-up look at wildlife, rain forests and volcanoes

Los Angeles Times Daily Travel & Deal blogger

Howler monkeys, crocodiles, toucans, parrots and lots of birds star in this 10-day trip to Costa Rica sponsored by the Greater L.A. Zoo Assn.

The naturalist-led expedition explores Volcan Poas National Park to learn about active volcanoes, the Monteverde Cloud Forest mountain reserve, Carara National Park on the Pacific Coast and a rain forest at Braulio Carrillo, with an aerial tram that takes you into the tree canopy. A tour of capital city San Jose also is included.

When: Costa Rica: Nature’s Treasure House runs from Nov. 11-20.

Price: $2,795 a person, double occupancy; singles pay an extra $495. The cost includes land transport, accommodations in lodges and hotels, meals, entrance fees and other items. Travel is by bus; participants should be prepared to walk one to two miles on daily outings. Airfare is not included.

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Info: Greater L.A. Zoo Assn., (323) 644-4792

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