9 Days
Duration
La Fortuna, Manuel Antonio, San Jose
Destination
Volcanoes, Cloud-Forest and white-sand beaches – Classic Costa Rica! This trip showcases all the things this land is famous for including the iconic Arenal Volcano, world-renowned biological reserve, Monteverde, and one of Costa Rica’s top-rated beaches located inside its most popular National Park. It’s the best itinerary of Costa Rica if you want to see the most in the least amount of time.
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| DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION | San Jose – San Jose | |||||||||
| DEPARTURE TIME | Arrive at anytime on Day 1 | |||||||||
| TOUR TYPE | Private (min. 2 people, double occupancy) Contact us for group rates |
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| INCLUDED ACTIVITIES | Guided Nocturnal Walk in Monteverde Manuel Antonio National Park Entrance and Guided Tour Additional activities available separately |
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Additional information
| Location | Costa Rica |
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| Physicality | 2/5 |
| Dates | Year-round |
Day 1
San Jose: Arrive
Welcome to Costa Rica! Upon arrival at the airport, your driver will be waiting to take you to your centrally located hotel.
Day 2
La Fortuna: Arenal Volcano
Enjoy the countryside views on your way to La Fortuna. Arrive in time for lunch and an afternoon exploration of the town, or optional activity.
Day 3
La Fortuna: Arenal Volcano
La Fortuna is known as the epi-centre of adventure, and also home to lush rainforests and therapeutic hot springs. There is something for adrenaline-junkies, nature-lovers and water-babies alike. Don’t miss your chance to try waterfall jumping and rapelling, or white-water rafting if you are up for the adventure.
Day 4
Monteverde: Crossing Lake Arenal
Leave the volcano in the rear-view today as you cross Lake Arenal and make your way up the green mountain to Monteverde. Arrive in time for lunch and an afternoon exploration of the town, or optional activity. After a relaxing afternoon, an exciting expedition through the nocturnal forest awaits you. Listen to the sounds of the cloud-forest come to live at night as your guide spots interesting creatures who only come out at night.
Day 5
Monteverde: Cloud-Forest
Monteverde is a beautiful chilled mountain town right in the centre of the continental divide, making it a nature-loves haven. Enjoy a free day on hiking trails inside protected nature reserves, or on Costa Rica’s best quad-biking and horseback riding trails just outside of town, and lets not forget Monteverde is also home to Latin America’s longest zipline and biggest bungee.
Day 6
Quepos: Manuel Antonio
Head down the mountain and continue on beautiful coast-line all the way to Manuel Antonio, home to one of Costa Rica’s best national parks and top ten beaches.
Day 7
Quepos: Manuel Antonio
Meet your naturlist guide and head into the park early this morning for your best chance to spot wildlife like the elusive squirrel monkey only found in Manuel Antonio. In the afternoon enjoy beautiful beaches or optional activities like surfing, horse-back riding or whale-watching (Aug-Dec.).
Day 8
San Jose: Return
After a relaxing morning head back to San Jose to your centrally-located hotel for one last holiday meal before departure tomorrow.
Day 9
San Jose: Departure
Time to start planning your next trip back to Costa Rica. Departure transfer is included.
