Costa Rica: Rainforest & Beach Adventure

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Carbon neutral

7 daysDuration

Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining

2 peopleMinimum to book

2 - 79 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

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

Starts

Liberia City, Costa Rica

Ends

Liberia City, Costa Rica

Highlights

Explore Rincon de La Vieja National Park

Tick zip lining off your bucket list in Rincon de La Vieja

Relax on Tamarindo Beach & enjoy a sailing trip

Itinerary

Picture yourself soaring over lush rainforest canopies and relaxing on sun-drenched Pacific beaches—this is the essence of the “Costa Rica: Rainforest & Beach Adventure” trip. Over seven days, you’ll discover the natural marvels of Rincon de la Vieja National Park and the stunning shores of Tamarindo.

Adventurous young adults and seasoned explorers alike will relish the mix of moderate activity, from ziplining above treetops and swinging like Tarzan to hiking over hanging bridges. Unwind with a sailing excursion along the Pacific coast, capping your journey with the perfect blend of adrenaline and relaxation.

The main activities focus on adventure and nature immersion, with all accommodations, transport, and meals included for a seamless experience. This tour’s unique selling point is its balanced itinerary, offering both rainforest thrills and beachside downtime in one compact getaway.

For those craving a trip that combines heart-pounding adventure with tranquil coastal escapes, Costa Rica’s rainforest and beach wonders await.

day 1 - Liberia Airport arrival & transfer to Rincon de La Vieja

Meet our representative upon arriving in Liberia Airport. Receive the information package that contains your travel itinerary in detail, vouchers for services and other important documents related to your trip.

Head for the Rincon de La Vieja area, around an hour away from the airport. Your hotel is located near the national park and is surrounded by the tropical dry forest common of this area. Check in at the hotel upon arrival. You are free for the rest of the day. Relax by the or take a walk on the surrounding trails.

Accommodation: Hotel

day 2 - Guided tour of Rincon de La Vieja National Park

Hit the trail in the morning. Enjoy a 3-hour hike through the dense forest of the national park while enjoying great views of an active volcano, especially from the Las Pailas section of the national park.

The trail you will take today is a 3-mile loop that traverses various altitudes and landscapes. See a wide variety of vegetation as well as primary and secondary forests that are home to beautiful mammals such as raccoons, white-nosed coatis, Central American agoutis, armadillos, white-tail deers, tapirs, and three species of monkeys. Some of the most common birds that you might encounter are the blue-crowned motmot, the crested guan and the emerald toucanet.

Continue along the trail and enjoy great views of the active volcano. You’ll also find gushing rivulets and small waterfalls crisscrossing the trails. The tour leaves your hostel at 8:30 AM in the morning. Return to the hotel after the hike is over. Take rest in your hotel or book an optional tour.

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals:Breakfast

day 3 - Zip lining in Rincon de La Vieja

Experience one of the best zip lines in the country. Glide past trees and cliffs as you fly over a narrow river canyon. Your playground is the spectacular White River Canyon, formed by erosion over millions of years. You are free for the rest of the day. Pamper yourself at the hotel's spa if you want to (optional).

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals:Breakfast

day 4 - Rincon de la Vieja - Tamarindo Beach

Transfer to Tamarindo, located 1.5 hours away from Rincon de la Vieja area and known for its beautiful white sand beach. The driver will pick you up around mid-morning and take you straight to the beach.

Explore the beach and take a dip in the warm waters of the tropics. Don't forget to see sunset from the beach before heading back to the hotel.

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals:Breakfast

day 5 - Tamarindo Beach

You are free today. Take a leisurely stroll through Tamarindo's streets and explore the coastal town at your own pace. In case you want some activity, there are several shops in town that rent surfboards, bicycles, ATVs and golf cars.

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals:Breakfast

day 6 - Tamarindo Beach sunset sailing tour

Time to enjoy sailing in the Pacific today. Hop on a 66-foot modern catamaran in the afternoon.

Once on board the catamaran, a crew member will give a briefing before the boat leaves the shore for one of the most pristine beaches in the area.

Look out for turtles, dolphins, flying fish and whales en route. The boat will pull up at a secluded bay and drop the anchor. Snorkelling equipment will be provided for you to dive into the water and admire the colorful reefs and exotic sea life. Some of the most common marine creatures you will encounter underwater include tangs, puffers, porcupine fish, eels, starfish, sting rays and seahorses.

Have a light lunch while the anchor is pulled back. Leave for your hotel as the sun nears the horizon and the sky melts in thousands of colors (please note that this sailing trip is also available in the morning).

Accommodation: Hotel

day 7 - Liberia departure

Say goodbye to the beautiful Costa Rica and its people for it is time to travel back home and reunite with your family and friends. One of our drivers will pick you up at the hotel and take you straight to LIR International Airport, located just 1 hour away from the hotel. You will have to reach the airport 3 hours prior to the departure time.

Meals:Breakfast

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Private transport provided for arrival and departure transfers (airport – hotel – airport) as well as for travelling between destinationsMeals: daily breakfast and 1 lunch in totalAccommodation: 3 nights in Rincon de La Vieja & another 3 nights on Tamarindo BeachExperienced, English-speaking tour guides during the tours and activities mentioned on the itineraryIncluded activities: Rincon de la Vieja National Park guided tour& zip lining. Tamarindo beach sunset sailing tour

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Itinerary

day 1 - Liberia Airport arrival & transfer to Rincon de La Vieja