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8 Day itinerary in Costa Rica, Central America & Caribbean

Beaches & Nature Adventure 8D/7N

Explore pristine beaches and lush landscapes with Bamba's immersive 8-day Costa Rica adventure! Embark on thrilling activities like snorkeling in crystal-clear waters, hiking through verdant rainforests, and observing diverse wildlife in their natural habitats. Visit stunning national parks, unwind ... Read More

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Overview

Physical Difficulty

Easy
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Recommended Age

Everyone

Operated in

English

GUIDANCE

On Some Day Trips

starting point

San José

trip type

Private

trip attributes

Nature & Widlife

Walking tour

Nature & Wildlife

Explorer Trips

Start/End

Night

Highlights

1

Relax at Baldi Hot Springs

2

Zipline through the forest canopy in Monteverde

3

Discover pristine Manuel Antonio National Park

Itinerary

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Day 1

place Day 1: San Jose, Costa Rica

Duration: 8 Days

Departure Time: 1:00, 2:00, 3:00, 4:00, 5:00, 6:00, 7:00, 8:00, 9:00, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00, 17:00, 18:00, 19:00, 20:00, 21:00, 22:00, 23:00, 00:00


Welcome to Costa Rica


Upon arrival, our representative will greet you at the airport and hand you your travel information. Afterwards you'll be taken to your hotel for the first night. Spend the evening at your leisure, you can visit the Central Market, the outskirts of the National Theater and La Plaza de La Cultura.

Day 2

place Day 2: San Jose - La Fortuna, Costa Rica

Day 2: San Jose - La Fortuna, Costa Rica


From the Central Valley to La Fortuna de San Carlos (B)


After breakfast, the driver will meet you at your hotel to start your journey to La Fortuna. Generally known simply as La Fortuna, the town of La Fortuna de San Carlos is the gateway to the magnificent Arenal Volcano. La Fortuna de San Carlos is located in the province of Alajuela and connects the Arenal Volcano area with the cloud forest of Monteverde and Santa Elena and the northern lowlands of the country. La Fortuna, a charming and quiet town offers spectacular scenery of Arenal, one of the most beautiful volcanoes in Costa Rica.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 3

place Day 3: La Fortuna, Costa Rica

Day 3: La Fortuna, Costa Rica


Arenal Volcano and La Fortuna Waterfall (B/L)


Costa Rica is a magical land, with an impressive volcanic activity, more than 120 volcanic hotspots have been identified, most of them very old and extinct. But nine of them are still active, and the perfect and majestic cone is right in front of your eyes, the Arenal Volcano.


You will walk through primary forest and solidified lava that reminds us of the change in natural landscapes after volcanic eruption. From the El Silencio viewpoint, you will have extraordinary views of Lake Arenal and the lava flows from the 1968 eruption. You will be able to refresh your morning in the crystalline waters of the Fortuna River Waterfall.


After lunch your guide will return you back to the hotel, from this moment enjoy La Fortuna at your own pace, tomorrow more adventures await you.


In case you want to do an extra activity, we recommend you to relax in the hot springs, Baldi, Ecotermales or Tabacon are an excellent option.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 4

place Day 4: La Fortuna - Monteverde, Costa Rica

Day 4: La Fortuna - Monteverde, Costa Rica


Lakecrossing to Monteverde (B)


Today your adventure will continue to the Cloud Forest Region Monteverde. After breakfast you will be picked up by a shuttle that will take you to a small dock in Arenal Dam, from there, you will board a boat that will take you to the other side of the lake while admiring the beautiful landscapes depicted in this scene when on the other shore, another shuttle will take you to your hotel in Monteverde.


In the afternoon, you will have time to visit Santa Elena village and enjoy a cup of coffee while seeing the beautiful sunset in the cloud forest.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 5

place Day 5: Monteverde, Costa Rica

Day 5: Monteverde, Costa Rica


Ziplining in Monteverde (B)


After breakfast, the local guide will be waiting for you to take you to an unforgettable experience.Located in the heart of the cloud forest, in a private reserve, this canopy tour allows contact with nature and a combination of activities that will fill you with adrenaline:


- Tarzan swing


- 9 horizontal shots


- 1 Vertical shot (RAPPEL -45mtrs)


- Climbing the hollow tree, ficus tree

Meals: Breakfast

Day 6

place Day 6: Monteverde - Santa Teresa, Costa Rica

Day 6: Monteverde - Santa Teresa, Costa Rica


Today you are going to continue your Costa Rican adventure towards Santa Teresa. (B)


Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Sitting on the western edge of the Nicoya Peninsula, Santa Teresa is a small beach town that attracts a lot of surfers and yogis in recent years, this quiet city has become a booming tourist destination for surfers and yoga lovers Despite its size, Santa Teresa has been hailed as a world-class surfer in Costa Rica - with beautiful white sand beaches and waves that put a smile on the faces of surfers all year round.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 7

place Day 7: Santa Teresa, Costa Rica

Day 7: Santa Teresa, Costa Rica


Free day in Santa Teresa! (B)


Santa Teresa offers a variety of things to do. Many of the visitors enjoy horseback riding, hiking and canopy tours. This town could not be better to spend some relaxing couple time on its cozy beaches. However, if you are looking for adventure, be sure to take a day trip to the Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve, 5 kilometers away. As the first protected area in the country, this park covers 1,270 hectares of mixed forest with 150 species of birds, such as brown pelicans, reidoras gulls, osprey eagles and brown boobies. In fact, this end of the peninsula is an important sanctuary for seabirds. You will also find forest trails and the stunning sea views that await your visit. To explore the beaches and villages, you can rent a bike or an off-road vehicle in the city. Mal Pais, another ideal place to surf, is less than 3 kilometers away. If you want a change in surfing, this small coastal community is perfect for both beginners and experienced surfers.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 8

place Day 8: Santa Teresa - San Jose, Costa Rica

Day 8: Santa Teresa - San Jose, Costa Rica


Back to San José (B)


Enjoy breakfast with views of the Pacific ocean and prepare to say goodbye to Santa Teresa. In the morning you will be taken back to Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO). We wish you a safe flight back home. Please note that Santa Teresa is 3 hours away from the Juan Santamaria Airport, so please book a late flight after 16:00 in order to arrive on time.

Meals: Breakfast

What’s Included

Meals expand_less

  • Breakfast (7)
  • Lunch (1)

Transport expand_less

  • Shuttle transfer Monteverde - Santa Teresa
  • Transport as per itinerary
  • Airport pick-up and drop-off
  • Shuttle transfer San José - La Fortuna
  • Shuttle transfer La Fortuna - Monteverde (lake crossing)
  • Shuttle transfer Santa Teresa - San José

Activities expand_less

  • Arenal Volcano National Park and Baldi Hot Springs
  • Canopy Tour in Monteverde
  • Visit to Santa Teresa
  • Visits and hikes

Extras expand_less

  • Entry fee to Arenal

Not Included expand_less

  • Other activities
  • Meals not specified in the itinerary
  • Personal expenses and gratuities
  • Flights

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