Active Costa Rica: Waterways & Wildlife

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15 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

16 peopleMaximum group size

16 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

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Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

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San Jose, Costa Rica

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Highlights

Go wild in Costa Rica on an active adventure through animal-rich habitats

Navigate the Tortuguero waterways in search of monkeys, caiman and more

Eat lunch at an organic farm and visit a pineapple plantation to see rural Costa Rica

Soar above the cloud forest on a zip-lining excursion

Discover Rincón de la Vieja with its bubbling mud pools and hot springs

Itinerary

Take in the wildlife-rich waterways of Tortuguero, marvel at the rainforest on a night walk, hike among unique vegetation in Arenal Volcano National Park and visit the bubbling mud pools and hot springs of Rincón de la Vieja. On this two-week trip, we focus on the natural side of Costa Rica and try plenty of activities to discover the heart of this tropical country. Have a go at zip-lining and take a boat trip to see dolphins off Carrillo Beach, as well as choosing from multiple optional activities. The trip ends with a few days on the Pacific coastline, where the sandy bay is shaded by coconut palms and the water is perfect for swimming.

day 1Adventure starts in San José

Begin your adventure in San José, the culture-rich capital of Costa Rica. A complimentary transfer from the airport to the hotel is available. Check in and take it easy, there’s plenty of excitement on this trip, so today’s all about relaxing and easing ourselves into the adventure.
Around 7.30pm, say hola to your tour leader and fellow travellers when we gather as a group for a short briefing. Our main briefing takes place tomorrow afternoon in Tortuguero due to the late arrival of some flights today.
Want to explore San Jose further? Secure pre-tour hotel nights through your sales representative.

day 2To Tortuguero National Park

day 3Boat tour around Tortuguero waterways

day 4To Sarapiqui • Night walk in the rainforest

day 5Visit a family-run pineapple farm • To La Fortuna

day 6Farm-to-table culinary activity • Enjoy an immersive Costa Rican cooking experience

day 7Hike at Arenal Volcano National Park • Free afternoon for optional activities

day 8Boat and transfer to Monteverde in the Tilaran Mountains

day 9Zip-line adventure through the treetops • Visit the hanging bridges and butterfly garden

day 10To Rincón de la Vieja • Free afternoon with optional activities

day 11Hiking in Rincón de la Vieja National Park • Visit the mud baths and choose between a canyon canopy tour, tubing or horse riding

day 12To the Pacific Coast • Afternoon at leisure to enjoy the beach

day 13Boat trip to see dolphins • Have a go at snorkelling

day 14Wildlife and mangrove kayak tour • Time at leisure to enjoy the Pacific coast

day 15Adventure ends in San José

What's Included

Accommodation

All accommodation: 6 Superior Comfort nights (4 hotel, 2 lodge), 8 Comfort nights (6 hotel, 2 lodge)

Meals

All breakfasts, five lunches and five dinners

Transport

Immersive itinerary with all transport (minibus and boat) and listed activitiesArrival transfer for any flight, group departure transfer available

Guide

Expert tour leader to enhance your adventure

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