July 5 - Our Last Day of Adventures in Costa Rica

Before I talk about today, I want to let you all know about our trip to the Hot Springs. A hot spring is like a natural jacuzzi, containing water heated by a volcano. We went to the hot springs last night at 6 to experience relaxation at its finest. There were 4 different springs with all different temperatures. It was breathtaking scenery, but it was super hot so the pictures are a little steamy! The springs are the natural river water of the area which proves how amazing our earth really is.

Today was our last day of adventures before we head back to the US! In the morning, we checked out of the most BEAUTIFUL hotel I've ever been to... ( I'm already planning to go back, right Lynn and Mary?). We headed to do our waterfall rappel adventure. The PureTrek Canyoning company drove us to the top of the mountain in "4x4" vehicles. We expected ATV type vehicles, but had a good chuckle when we saw that the 4x4 was actually a pick-up truck with some benches in the back! We drove us the bumpiest road I've ever seen to the top of a 165 foot high waterfall... and we all rappelled down! It was so awesome! There was a series of 5 rappells, 4 of which got you soaked underneath a waterfall. :) Some soggy clothes are now packed in our suitcases for the ride home tomorrow!

We are back in San Jose and will leave at 4:15 tomorrow for our journey home. Our experiences in Costa Rica have been unforgettable and I am sure that the kids and I will be forever changed. We have met some amazing friends, witnessed gorgeous views, and experienced adventures like never before. As the local people of Costa Rica would say, PURA VIDA!