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Costa Rican Explorer

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13 daysDuration
Independent TourPrivate tour for one or two travelers
2 peopleMaximum group size
8 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Relaxed
Minimal physical effort, perfect for travelers seeking an easy-going experience.
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Highlights

Cruise through Tortuguero National Park, searching for green sea turtles

Climb up Arenal Volcano National Park, once the home of an active volcano

Head on a cruise through Arenal Lake situated in a truly unspoiled setting

Hike through the Cloud Forest of Monteverde and search for local wildlife

Travel to Tamarindo to relax on the beaches and experience the atmosphere

Itinerary

This tour of Costa Rica will guide you through the natural wonders and breathtaking sights of this tropical gem! Begin your journey in San Jose, the famous capital, which is surrounded by evergreen mountains and valleys with plenty of cultural attractions. From there you will visit Tortuguero National Park, the nesting grounds of green sea turtles with its breathtaking beaches and fantastic opportunities to spot wild animals and birds. Next, you will drive to Arenal, situated in the midst of an unspoiled setting where looming volcanoes and teeming rainforest await. Climb the Arenal Volcano and keep an eye out for some of the most famous bird and animal life in the country! Continue your tour to Monteverde which you will reach by boat. Explore the Cloud Forest and take one step closer to nature in this legendary destination! Your next stop will be in Tamarindo, one of the most famous beach and surf towns in Costa Rica. This is the perfect place to immerse yourself in the local culture and cultivate your adventurous spirit. Head back to San Jose for your final destination on this tour of Costa Rica before you travel home!  

day 1- San Jose (arrival)

Make your own way to the international airport to check in for your flight to San Jose. San Jose, the breathtaking capital of Costa Rica, is surrounded by evergreen mountains and valleys. Upon arrival at San Jose International Airport, and after going through customs, you will be picked up by our company representative and transferred to your hotel.
Overnight in San Jose

day 2San Jose - Tortuguero

day 3Tortuguero National Park

day 4Tortuguero National Park - Arenal

day 5Arenal

day 6Arenal - Monteverde

day 7Mon Teverde

day 8Mon Teverde - Tamarindo

day 9Tamarindo

day 10Tamarindo

day 11Tamarindo

day 12Tamarindo - San Jose

day 13San Jose -

What's Included

Accommodation
12 Nights accommodation on a twin sharing basis at listed hotels or similar
Meals
Daily buffet breakfast at the hotel3 lunches2 dinners
Transport
Transportation on an AC vehicle
Guide
Service of bilingual English/Spanish-speaking local guides
Others
Private arrival and departure airport transfersSightseeing as per the itineraryGuided boat tour in Tortuguero National Park CanalsGuided hike in Arenal Volcano National ParkGuided hike in Monteverde Cloud ForestBiological ReserveAll local applicable taxes
Entrance
Entrance fees as per the itinerary

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