Highlights
Enjoy an orientation tour in the capital city of Costa Rica and explore Sarchi, the arts and crafts capital, famed for its intricately painted oxcarts
Hike into the lush cloud forest with your Travel Director, who shares fascinating insights into the region's unique bird and wildlife ecosystems
Enjoy trails and suspension bridges, hike along lava trails through Mirador 1968, a private reserve, located adjacent to Volcano Arenal National Park and take a scenic float trip safari with your Local Specialist
Itinerary
Costa Rica’s wild heart beats on the "Costa Rica Adventure"—a ten-day moderate trip ideal for families and seasoned explorers. Begin in San Jose, journey to Tortuguero’s turtle nesting grounds, and walk among lush rainforests and bubbling mud pools near Arenal’s volcano. Experience sky walks through the canopy, encounter vibrant wildlife, and relax in thermal springs. The USP? This group adventure tour is expertly crafted to immerse travelers in Costa Rica’s most diverse habitats, blending thrilling activities with accessible comfort for a truly enriching Central American escape.
day 1 - Arrive San Jos
Ahh, Costa Rica. Let the Pura Vida way of life take over as you arrive in San Jose. Trendy Barrio Amon offers a glimpse into the history of the city with colonial mansions converted into art galleries, while Barrio Escalante is a foodies paradise and the best place to grab dinner to begin your Costa Rica value tour.
day 2 - San Jos Monteverde
Tick off San Joss iconic sights with a quick sightseeing tour before travelling towards the creative little town of Sarch. Seen as the cradle of Costa Rican artisanship, this is the place to buy intricate arts, crafts and souvenirs including the hand-painted and bright coloured oxcart, the national symbol of Costa Rica. The journey continues through the Tilaran Mountain range listening for the collective oohs and aahs as you enter the mysterious and misty Cloud Forest.
day 3 - Monteverde sightseeing and free time
Step into another world on your Costa Rica value tour in a cloud forest reserve. Learn about the thousands of plant and animal species that thrive in this area, many of which only exist right here, from your Travel Director. Keep your ears open for the sounds of hummingbirds, howler monkeys, sloths, toucans, and if youre really lucky, the Resplendent Quetzal. Leaving the forest on a nature high, youll have time to relax this afternoon, or choose from a selection of Choice Experiences, like the El Trapiche tour, where youll get to visit sugarcane, banana, orange and coffee plantations.
day 4 - Monteverde Arenal
La Fortuna, home to bubbling hot springs, geothermal marvels, and the imposing Arenal Volcano, is one of the true jewels in Costa Ricas crown. The surrounding landscape teems with tropical flora and fauna, offering opportunities to spot colorful birds, playful monkeys, and even tame iguanas roaming the grounds. After a day of adventure, guests can relax and recharge in a soothing outdoor pool nestled in the heart of this lush paradise.
day 5 - Arenal full day sightseeing
Reach new heights at Arenal Hanging Bridges Park, joining a Local Guide for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience on a sky walk through the jungle canopy. Keep your eyes peeled for colourful birdlife as you cross the suspension bridges. Later, take your pick of Choice Experiences zip through the rainforest on an adrenaline-pumping canopy tour at Ecoglide Park, or explore La Fortunas trails with a Local Guide before making your own tortilla. End the day soaking in blissful hot springs.
day 6 - Arenal sightseeing and free time
If a tranquil river float and wildlife search sounds like you, you wont want to miss this mornings safari float down the Peas Blancas River. Paired up with a Local Guide, youll love spotting monkeys, sloths, iguanas, caimans and tropical birds.
day 7 - Arenal Depart San Jos
Your Costa Rica value tour comes to an end this morning. Transfer back to San Jos International Airport, arriving at approximately 11:00 AM.
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