24 HOURS OF ARENAL
Date: Sept 3 & 4 2005
Edition: 5th
Disciplines: Hiking, Mountain biking, Sea Kayaking, Ropes & Navigation
Distance: 100 - 125 km
Duration: 24+ hours
Route style: Weekend Expedition
Location: Arenal Volcano area
Team make up: Mixed Teams of 3 & 4 Open Teams of 3
Adventure Racing in Costa Rica is alive and kicking! Costa Ricans (Ticos) have enjoyed the sport for a number of years. The Raid-Gauloise AR in the early 90's got the ball rolling and it has continued ever since. There have been several Tico teams who have competed outside the country in events such as the Eco Challenge and Primal Quest but there are many teams that can't afford to race outside the country so they really enjoy the international competition.
This year's 24 hours of Costa Rica takes place near the Arenal Volcano. Race activities include jungle trekking, mountain biking, sea kayaking, fixed ropes, navigation and team challenges over a course of between 125 and 150 kilometers (the route is not revealed until the start of the Race). Traveling through the afternoon and into the night, the route uncovers the diverse and rugged terrain of the area. After a long night of racing, the sun creeping up over the distant horizon will be a welcome sight. Arriving at the finish after completing this grueling course will give you an incredible sense of achievement.
6 days is just enough time to get down to Costa Rica for a little tropical escape. We take care of all the logistics so you can enjoy the race. Teams arriving in San Jose before 4 pm on the 1st can be transferred directly to the Eco Lodge.
For more information and to make a reservation, contact us directly at info@costalba.com .
| 6 Day Team Itinerary - Arenal Escape | 8 Day Team Itinerary - 24 Hours of Arenal |
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September 1st: Arrival - Airport pick up - hotel in San Jose. September 2nd: Transfer to Arenal Volcano area - Hiking and Biking - gear check & Captains meeting (B&D) September 3th & 4th: 24 Hours RACE: 9:00 AM Race Start, 24 hours of mtn. biking, trekking, sea kayaking, and canopy traversing in the shadows of the Arenal Volcano(B) September 5th: A day in San Jose to explore and rest up before celebrating your achievements with your teammates at the awards ceremonies. (B) September 6th: Departure - Airport transfer (B) Price: Teams of 4 - $485 per person, Teams of 3 - $565 per person Price includes: All accommodation & transportation while in Costa Rica including airport transfers (based on the team arriving and departing on the same flight), Race fees, healthy meals and friendly, bilingual & professional CtoC Staff. |
August 30th: Arrival - Airport pick up - hotel in San Jose. Aug 31 & Sept 1: Two Day rafting trip on the Pacuare River. 27 kms of class III-IV rapids - overnight at comfortable riverside camp El Nido del Tigre (all meals included) September 2nd: Hiking and Biking in the Arenal area - gear check & Captains meeting (B&D) September 3th & 4th: 24 Hours RACE: 9:00 AM Race Start, 24 hours of mtn. biking, trekking, sea kayaking, and canopy traversing in the shadows of the Arenal Volcano(B) September 5th: A day in San Jose to explore and rest up before celebrating your achievements with your teammates at the awards ceremonies. (B) September 6th: Departure - Airport transfer (B) Price: Teams of 4 - $585 per person, Teams of 3 - $665 per person Price includes: All accommodation & transportation while in Costa Rica including airport transfers (based on the team arriving and departing on the same flight), Race fees, healthy meals and friendly, bilingual & professional CtoC Staff. |
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Costa Rica Office Costalba Expeditions PO Box: 170-117 San Jose 2000, Costa Rica Tel/Fax: 506.292.4543 |
USA Office Costalba Expeditions 2601 College Avenue #306 Berkeley, Ca 94704 Tel/Fax: Toll free: 1-866-613-6614 |
