From the Caribbean to the Pacific
San Jose, Tortuguero National Park, Puerto Viejo Beach, Arenal Volcano, Monteverde Cloud Forest, Samara Beach
13 days & 12 nights
DATES
Dates
GWA ACTIVITY LEVEL 2
Activity Level
Easy
TRIP COST
Trip Cost
$ 2,665 USD per person, based on double occupancy
Description
This 13-day Costa Rican Adventure offers a mix of nature, wildlife, and relaxation. From exploring rainforests and volcanoes to enjoying beach time and thrilling activities like rafting and ziplining, it provides a perfect blend of excitement and tranquility. You'll experience the country's rich biodiversity, picturesque landscapes, and vibrant culture.
PRICE INCLUDES
2 nights lodging in San Jose. Palma Real Hotel & Casino or similar. (Standard Hotel, 3 Stars).
2 nights lodging in Tortuguero National Park. Pachira Lodge or similar. (Standard Hotel, 3 Stars) Full Board.
2 nights lodging in Puerto Viejo Beach. Namuwoki Lodge or similar. (Standard Hotel, 3 Stars).
2 nights lodging in Arenal Volcano. Arenal Paraiso Resort Spa & Thermo Mineral Hot Springs or similar. (Standard Hotel, 3 Stars).
2 nights lodging in Monteverde. Monteverde Country Lodge, or similar (Standard Hotel, 3 Stars).
2 nights lodging in Samara Beach. Leyenda Hotel or similar. (Superior Hotel, 4 Stars).
Daily Breakfasts.
Private Transfer IN-OUT (Airport – Hotel – Airport).
Shuttle Shared Transfers Between Destinations.
Minivan-Boat-Minivan Transfer from Arenal to Monteverde, Lake Crossing.
Walking Tour at Cahuita National Park (Lunch, Entrance Fee & Transfer included).
Whitewater Rafting at Pacuare River (Breakfast and lunch included).
Combo Tour: Hanging Bridges, Volcano Walk, La Fortuna Waterfall (Lunch included).
The Trapiche Tour.
Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, Guided Walking Tour.
Canopy Tour.
VAT
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PRICE EXCLUDES
Entrance Fee to Tortuguero National Park ($26 per person)
Optional tours
Departure taxes ($29 per person)
Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
Airfare
Tips
International Travel Insurance.
Itinerary
Upon arrival at Juan Santamaría International Airport, a professional driver will greet you holding a sign with your name for easy identification. The driver will assist you with your luggage and provide a comfortable Private Transfer to your hotel inSan José.
  • Meals: none
  • Palma Real Hotel & Casino or similar (Standard Hotel, 3 Stars).
Begin your day with an early pick-up and head northeast to the Caribbean lowlands. After breakfast in Guápiles, you'll continue to La Pavona dock where you`ll take a boat to your hotel.
In the afternoon, enjoy a guided visit to Tortuguero Village to learn about the local culture and the community's shift toward turtle conservation.
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
  • Pachira Lodge, or similar (Standard Hotel, 3 Stars).
After breakfast, enjoy a guided boat tour through the Canals of Tortuguero National Park to spot rare wildlife.
In the afternoon, take a guided jungle walk on a private nature trail. The rest of the day is free to relax by the pool, lagoon, or beach.
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
  • Pachira Lodge, or similar (Standard Hotel, 3 Stars).
After breakfast, you will return by boat from the hotel to La Pavona dock. From there, you'll continue by land to Guápiles, where you'll enjoy a Caribbean-style lunch.
Following the meal, a representative will meet you for your Shuttle Transfer from Guápiles & Siquirres to Puerto Viejo, your next destination on the Caribbean coast.
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch.
  • Namuwoki Lodge or similar. (Standard Hotel, 3 Stars).
Enjoy a guided walk through Cahuita National Park, starting at Playa Blanca and ending at Punta Cahuita. Along the trail, you’ll see beautiful beaches and have the chance to spot wildlife like monkeys, sloths, snakes, birds, and medicinal plants.
At the end of the tour, enjoy a delicious lunch.
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch.
  • Namuwoki Lodge or similar. (Standard Hotel, 3 Stars).
Experience an exciting day of Rafting on the scenic Pacuare River, known for its lush rainforest, waterfalls, and abundant wildlife like toucans, sloths, and colorful frogs. The river offers fun, rapid-filled adventure without being too extreme.
After rafting, enjoy your lunch and a shower before continuing with a transfer to your next destination.
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch.
  • Arenal Paraiso Resort Spa & Thermo Mineral Hot Springs or similar. (Standard Hotel, 3 Stars).
Begin with a walk across the Arenal Hanging Bridges for amazing views of the rainforest from above. Then, enjoy a guided hike in the Arenal Volcano National Park, followed by a tasty lunch.
In the afternoon, visit La Fortuna Waterfall, where you can cool off in its refreshing natural pools and capture unforgettable photos of one of Arenal’s most stunning natural wonders.
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch.
  • Arenal Paraiso Resort Spa & Thermo Mineral Hot Springs or similar. (Standard Hotel, 3 Stars).
Enjoy a comfortable and efficient transfer from Arenal to Monteverde, combining a boat ride across Lake Arenal with a minivan drive through the mountains. Take in views of the volcano, rainforest, and local birdlife during the boat ride, followed by a drive up to your hotel in Monteverde.
In the afternoon, learn the traditional processes of coffee, cocoa, and sugar cane production. Enjoy tastings, a cup of fresh coffee, and a traditional dish of picadillo de arracache.
  • Meals: breakfast.
  • Monteverde Country Lodge or similar (Standard Hotel, 3 Stars).
Explore the largest private protected area in this Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve Guided Tour, home to lots of orchid species and diverse wildlife, including quetzals and hummingbirds.
After that, experience 16 amazing ziplines, with heights up to 150 meters. The Extreme Canopy Tour also includes a rappel, Tarzan swing, and a subterraneal tunnel.
  • Meals: breakfast.
  • Monteverde Country Lodge or similar (Standard Hotel, 3 Stars).
Enjoy a comfortable Shuttle Transfer from Monteverde to the Pacific coast, heading toward the relaxed and sunny town of Samara Beach, perfect for the next stage of your Costa Rican adventure.
  • Meals: breakfast.
  • Leyenda Hotel or similar. (Superior Hotel, 4 Stars).
Enjoy a leisure day in your own way!
If you’d like to explore more of the area, you can book an optional tour that fits your interests. Please, contact your traveler advisor so they can give you a list of options and book the selected activity for you!
  • Meals: breakfast.
  • Leyenda Hotel or similar. (Superior Hotel, 4 Stars).
Travel back to the capital with a Shuttle Transfer from Samara Beach to San José. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic ride through Costa Rica’s diverse landscapes as you head toward your final stay in the city.
  • Meals: breakfast.
  • Palma Real Hotel & Casino or similar. (Standard Hotel, 3 Stars).
On your departure day, a professional driver will pick you up at your hotel and provide a secure Private Transfer to Juan Santamaría International Airport.
Get ready to reunite with family and friends!
  • Meals: breakfast.

From the Caribbean to the Pacific (13 days & 12 nights)

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This 13-day Costa Rican Adventure offers a mix of nature, wildlife, and relaxation. From exploring rainforests and volcanoes to enjoying beach time and thrilling activities like rafting and ziplining, it provides a perfect blend of excitement and tranquility. You’ll experience the country’s rich biodiversity, picturesque landscapes, and vibrant culture.

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From the Caribbean to the Pacific (13 days & 12 nights)

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