Supersaver | Costa Rica Essentials Plus & Guanacaste Extension, 10 Days Tour by Destination Services

10 daysDuration

Group TourJoin a group of travelers

30 peopleMaximum group size

6 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

Spanish, EnglishGuide language

Easy

Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

Starts

San Jose, Costa Rica

Ends

San Jose, Costa Rica

Highlights

Tortuguero: This park is home to the nesting grounds of the green sea turtles, offering spectacular beaches and fantastic opportunities to spot wild animals and birds.

Arenal: Admire one of the most beautiful volcanoes in the country and its mesmerizing park, dotted with trails and rich in wildlife.

Monteverde: Settled by American Quakers in the 1950s, this primary cloud forest is made out of six unique ‘life zones’, hosting many endangered species, as well as a variety of fascinating plants.

Itinerary

Costa Rica’s dazzling diversity takes center stage on the "Supersaver | Costa Rica Essentials Plus & Guanacaste Extension, 10 Days" tour. Crafted for seniors who appreciate an easy, comfortable pace, this self-guided group journey covers rainforests, volcanoes, cloud forests, and sun-drenched beaches from San Jose to Samara Beach, Monteverde, and Tortuguero. Enjoy the Arenal volcano’s hot springs, canopy walks, and relaxing coastal escapes—all with included accommodation, transport, and meals. The trip’s hallmark is its seamless mix of adventure and leisure, spotlighting Costa Rica’s natural wonders in a way that’s accessible and memorable for every traveler.

day 1 - Arrival San Jose (20km – 30min)

Upon arrival to bustling San Jose, our representative will meet and greet you and then direct you to your shared transport, which will drop you off at your hotel in San Jose for your night in Costa Rica.
Overnight in San Jose.

day 2 - San Jose – Tortuguero (135km – 4hrs By Road / 2hrs By Boat)

Your day begins early with a pick up at the hotel approximately 6:30 am. Embark on the shared bus transfer and travel through the Braulio Carrillo National Park towards the Caribbean plains to enjoy the spectacular mountain scenery and quaint villages. Indulge in a tasty breakfast en route at around 8:30 am in a restaurant in Guapiles and continue through the jungle by boat, cruising the rivers and canals of Tortuguero National Park. Arrive at your eco-lodge in time to enjoy a tasty lunch (included). After lunch, your guide will invite you to go for a hike around Tortuguero town. Visit the Turtles Museum ($1 donation) and come back for dinner at your hotel.
Overnight in Tortuguero.

day 3 - Tortuguero National Park

Make most of your stay in Tortuguero. After breakfast, at 9:00 am join a tour for a 2-hour boat trip on the Tortuguero canals, an essential activity while in Costa Rica. Discover its network of canals, lagoons and dense rainforests through a boat tour guided by an expert naturalist guide. Abundant wildlife inhabits Tortuguero, including 57 species of amphibians, 111 species of reptiles, and 60 species of mammals. Rest of day at leisure or possibility to join some optional tours available in the destination. Lunch included and dinner served at the hotel.
Overnight in hotel in Tortuguero.

day 4 - Tortuguero – Arenal (210km – 5hrs By Road / 2hrs By Boat)

After breakfast, we depart Tortuguero at approximately 9:00 am, by shared boat and land transfers back to Guapiles, where we stop for lunch in a local restaurant at around 1:00 pm (included). After a tasty meal, you will be picked up by a shared transfer and taken to the Arenal area. Arrive at Arenal at 5:00 pm for check-in and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Arenal.

day 5 - Arenal Volcano National Park

After breakfast, you will be picked up at your hotel to start Hiking Lava Trails. Explore the Arenal Volcano on a hike along the lava trails of this giant. During the hike, the expert guide will explain you all about the volcano: its activity periods, a little bit of history related to it and will show you some landmarks that were left over the years. Admire its particular vegetation and watch some wildlife. Return to the hotel and relax in the hot springs. Escape to a natural paradise at the hotel with all the necessary services to make you feel relaxed surrounded by the peace and serenity of the rainforest. Sheltered by the impressive Arenal Volcano, enjoy the natural hot springs thanks to the geothermal activity of the volcano. Immerse yourself in the rainforest and live an experience of a sanctuary of relaxation, privacy and tranquillity.
Overnight in Arenal.

day 6 - Arenal – Monteverde (60km – 2.5hrs By Road / 45min By Boat)

Begin the day with an early breakfast at the hotel, followed by check-out and then meet your guide at approximately 7:30 am to head towards Monteverde. Transfer down to Arenal Lake where you will board a boat that will take you across towards Monteverde, where you will arrive at approximately 11:30 am. Once on the other side, a vehicle awaits to take you up to Monteverde. Admire the transition of the rainforest to the cloud forest where you will reach an altitude of 1,200 metres above sea level. Located in the Puntarenas province, Monteverde is a place of cloud forests and mist, coffee plantations, monkeys and friendly locals. The town of Santa Elena is small and quaint, filled with inviting restaurants and folksy artisan shops, while the nearby rainforest hosts a remarkable amount of biodiversity. Enjoy the rest of day at leisure.
Overnight in Monteverde.

day 7 - Monteverde

Breakfast at the hotel, and rest of day at leisure to relax or discover on your own the incredible Monteverde Cloud Forest.
Overnight in Monteverde.

day 8 - Monteverde – Samara (140km – 3hrs)

Begin your last day in Monteverde with a delectable breakfast. Then, at the appropriate time, you will be picked up by shared transfer to your next destination. Arrive in Samara Beach, in the North Pacific Coast of Guanacaste Province (check-in around 3:00 pm), and enjoy free time at Samara and its surrounding environment offering you an ideal place to relax and have a good time. With its ideal location along the Pacific Ocean, Samara boasts countless aquatic and outdoor entertainment. Horseback riding, stand up paddleboarding, sport fishing, surfing, canopy tours, yoga and kayaking are just a few of the fun activities you can try out (own expense).
Overnight in Samara.

day 9 - Samara (3hrs By Boat)

Today, after a tasty breakfast at the hotel, you will go 2 to 10 miles offshore from Samara beach where one can feel the ocean breeze while gazing at the coastline scenery during our search for these playful animals. You could be lucky enough to see spotted dolphins, Central American Spinner dolphins, Common Bottlenose Dolphins, and Humpback whales (seasonal from August to November). Along the way back to the coast, we will anchor near the shores of Isla Chora, the delightful white-sand beach full of hermit crabs and iguanas. You can cool off in the clear blue sea while continuing your search for underwater life. Beneath the surface teems a lively, colourful world normally hidden from view. Snack some fruits before heading to shore and be dropped off back at your hotel.
Overnight in Samara.

day 10 - Samara – Departure San Jose (220km – 4hrs)

After one last breakfast, at the agreed time, pick-up at your hotel in Samara to transfer you to Juan Santamaria Airport Rica to continue your trip.

Supersaver | Costa Rica Essentials Plus & Guanacaste Extension, 10 Days

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Accommodation

Superior Hotel Category = Park Inn or similar 4*Deluxe Hotel Category = Real Continental or similar 5*Superior Hotel Category = Arenal Manoa or similar 4*Deluxe Hotel Category = Tabacon or similar 5*Superior Hotel Category = Monteverde Gardens & Lodge or similar 4*Deluxe Hotel Category = Monteverde Gardens & Lodge or similar 4*Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Sol Samara or similar 3*Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Leyenda or similar 4*9 nights' accommodationHotel taxes

Meals

9 Breakfasts2 Dinners (Day 2, 3)

Transport

Air-conditioned shared transportation as indicated in the itinerary

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Superior Category = Laguna Lodge or similar (Lodge Standard)Deluxe Category = Pachira/ Evergreen/Aninga Lodge or similar (Lodge Standard)Operated with English and Spanish-speaking local guides during the scheduled activities (Day 2, 3, 5, 9). Please note you will be accompanied by local guides for the activities only. There is no guarantee that you will be part of a group, or part of the same group during the tour3 Lunches (Day 2, 3, 4)Snacks (Day 9)Arrival and departure shared transfers from/to Juan Santamaria AirportShared boat from Guapiles to Tortuguero and back (Day 2, 4)Boat to Samara waters (Day 9)All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Tortuguero village guided visit (Day 2) Tortuguero National Park canals guided boat tour (Day 3), Lava trails hike, Hotsprings at the hotel (Day 5); Ocean Safari Dolphins Whales & Snorkelling (Day 9)Meet and greet

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