Best of Costa Rica

BM-24701

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13 days

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Outstanding trip. Oldemar was our contact person and itinerary organizer. He did a phenomenal job. he took care of all the logistics and they were excellent. I would recommend this trip to anyone

Brian Cameron | Traveled in August

5 - Excellent

Carbon neutral

13 daysDuration

Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining

20 peopleMaximum group size

6 - 79 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

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San Jose, Costa Rica

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Highlights

Relax on the beaches of southern Caribbean

Discover the wildlife of Tortuguero National Park and ride a boat through its canals

See the Arenal Volcano & experience the extraordinary diversity of Monteverde

Enjoy zip lining through Monteverde's cloud forest

Itinerary

Adventurous spirits and nature lovers will be swept away by the Best of Costa Rica tour, a 13-day guided journey that dives deep into the country’s wild heart. Starting in San Jose, this action-packed exploration visits four national parks and conservation areas before winding down on the sun-drenched shores of Manuel Antonio.

Glide through the wildlife-rich canals of Tortuguero, hike and snorkel in Cahuita’s tropical paradise, and feel the power of Arenal Volcano as you navigate its rugged terrain by off-road vehicle. Soar above the cloud forest canopy in Monteverde and unwind on Manuel Antonio’s pristine beaches.

This tour’s unique edge is its blend of adrenaline-pumping activities and opportunities to experience Costa Rica’s remarkable biodiversity firsthand. With accommodation, transport, meals, and expert guides included, this tour package is the gateway to discovering Costa Rica’s wild wonders and relaxed pura vida lifestyle.

day 1San Jose arrival

We will meet you at Juan Santamaria International Airport, San Jose, and drive you to your hotel in the city.

day 2San Jose – Tortuguero National Park

day 3Explore Tortuguero National Park

day 4Tortuguero – Puerto Viejo – Cahuita

day 5Cahuita National Park: Hiking and snorkeling

day 6Cahuita National Park – Arenal Volcano

day 7Arenal adventure ( ATV tour)

day 8Arenal Volcano – Monteverde Cloudforest

day 9Sky trek & sky walk in Monteverde

day 10Monteverde – Manuel Antonio

day 11Free day in Manuel Antonio National Park

day 12Free day in Manuel Antonio continues

day 13Manuel Antonio – San Jose International Airport

What's Included

12 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches and 3 Dinners

A professional, bilingual tour guide

Pickup and drop-off. A comfortable, air-conditioned shuttle for land transport

12 nights' accommodation as per the itinerary

All activities and tours as per the itinerary

What's Excluded

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based on 9 reviews

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