Wonders of Costa Rica


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This package combines the highlights of Costa Rica with volcanoes, waterfalls, beaches, rainforest and rafting. A perfect combination of rest and activity in a tropical paradise!


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Trip Itinerary

Day 1 - San Jose

 
After arrving in San Jose, Costa Rica, we'll pick you up at the airport and transfer you to your first hotel in a quiet location surrounded by coffee plantations.

Day 2 - Fortuna

 
Travel from San Jose to Arenal Volcano through lush countryside.
The Springs Hot Springs
Spa/Wellness

Your rental car will be waiting for you when you check out of your hotel. You'll then drive 3.5 hours through beautiful countryside to Arenal Volcano and Hotel Arenal Paraiso. After checking in, you'll visit The Springs Hot Springs. Relax in hot springs surrounded by lush vegetation, enjoying a tropical drink and watching Arenal Volcano's fireshow.

Fortuna Spa/Wellness picture

Day 3 - Fortuna

 
Rainforest Exploration and Tabacon Hot Springs
Guided Rainforest Hike
Hiking

Leave your hotel in the morning for a guided hike near Arenal Volcano National Park. Immerse yourself in the rainforest as you learn about its inhabitants. Witness the volcano's transformative past as you learn the unique history of this natural wonder.

Fortuna Hiking picture
Canopy Tour
Adventure

In the afternoon, zip through the treetops on the Canopy Tour in the rainforest!

Fortuna Adventure picture

Day 4 - Jaco

 
Leave Arenal Volcano and drive 4 hours to the Central Pacific coast. Hotel Club del Cielo is a beautiful newer hotel featuring very nice rooms, a quiet location and condominiums with a full kitchen, patio and nice amenities. Near the town of Jaco and centrally located for an amazing array of sights and activities.

Day 5 - Jaco

 
Rainforest Exploration by Land and Water
Guided Rainforest Hike
Hiking

Explore the rainforest on foot with a guided rainforest hike to see monkeys, leaf-cutter ants, macaws, parakeets, iguanas, and many other animals and birds. Wildlife and tropical habitat surround you as your professional guide points out and explains them.

Jaco Hiking picture
Jungle River Cruise
Eco-Tourism

Marvel at huge crocodiles, scarlet macaws, Jesus Christ lizards, and many exotic birds and plants on the Jungle River Cruise. This tour along a quiet river and mangrove estuary showcases Costa Rica's biodiversity. Relax in the evening at the beach.

Jaco Eco-Tourism picture

Day 6 - San Jose

 
On your way from the beach, visit La Paz Waterfall Gardens and then drive to your garden oasis in the Central Valley.
La Paz Waterfall Gardens

Check out of your beach hotel and drive to La Paz Waterfall Gardens to experience waterfalls, Cloud Forest, lots of birds and other wildlife. Then, you'll take a short drive to Hotel Bougainvillea in San Jose. Return your rental car at the hotel in the evening.

San Jose  picture

Day 7 - San Jose

 
Whitewater Rafting
Pacuare Whitewater Rafting
Rafting

Shoot the rapids through the rainforest on the Pacuare River. This all-day tour includes transportation, breakfast, lunch, snacks, refreshments, guide and all equipment. Travel through canyons and virgin rainforest for 16 miles. The class III-IV rapids are not rigourous and require no prior experience. With calm sections between the rapids, you can jump in and float in the warm water! This is an unforgettable, magical experience!

San Jose Rafting picture

Day 8 - San Jose

 
After checking out of your hotel, we'll transfer you to the airport to depart Costa Rica

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