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7 Day itinerary in Costa Rica, Central America & Caribbean

Beyond the stars in Costa Rica

Experience the luxury and charm of Costa Rica through a selection of prestigious hotels. We offer you an exclusive, personalized experience with high quality services. Let the green countryside seduce you, as your local driver and guide shares his passion for the people and landscapes. Explore the ... Read More

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Laura

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Overview

Physical Difficulty

Easy
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Recommended Age

Everyone

Operated in

English, Spanish

GUIDANCE

On Some Day Trips

starting point

San José

trip type

Private

trip attributes

Snorkeling/Diving

Outdoors & Nature

Start

Night

End

Highlights

1

Embark on an adventure at Reserve Curu

2

Marvel with at the Jesuita Island and Bioluminescence tour

3

Discover the beautiful beach of Santa Teresa

4

Enjoy a Tortuga Island Snorkeling Tour

Itinerary

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Day 1

place Welcome to Costa Rica

Your driver will be waiting for you at Juan Santamaria International Airport, near San Jose, at an altitude of 1,150 meters in the heart of the Central Valley, to take you to your hotel. Drive from San José to Monteverde. Departure to the Monteverde region, whose reserve offers alpine pasture landscapes in the heart of the Tilarán mountain range. Arrival in Monteverde, near multiple nature reserves, located between 800 and 1800 meters above sea level. Approximate driving time : 3 hours. Animals come out at night ! Discover the region's wildlife on a night trail through the forest. Your local guide will help you spot frogs, nocturnal birds, snakes, spiders and much more... Approximate duration : 1 hour.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation:

  • High-end Accommodation: Hotel Senda Monteverde
Day 2

place Monteverde Reserve - Monteverde - Isla Jesuita

Guided tour of the Santa Elena Biological Reserve Accompanied by a local guide, enjoy a morning hike at the heart of the Biological Reserve of Santa Elena and its Cloud Forest, in one of the most humid areas of the country. You will wander in an opulent vegetation, where trees seem almost prehistoric and are covered with moss. It's a perfect opportunity to observe numerous birds and animals living in the forest and to admire the stunning view on the Arenal volcano and the Guanacaste plains. Approximate duration : 2.5 hours. Sensational zip lines and suspension bridges Extreme sensations guaranteed ! You will explore the canopy by zip-lining along cables from one platform to another (a series af 18 platforms with a total length of 5 km). This tour not only combines the thrill of one of Costa Rica’s most exciting activities, but also provides a unique vantage point of the cloud forest, which in the past was reserved only to certain scientists brave enough to climb up to the forest canopy. You will then access a 3 km trail through the forest via suspension bridges over the canopy. You will enjoy breathtaking views while crossing 8 bridges (50 to 170 meters long) ! Approximate duration : 4 hours. Info : for even more sensations, take the superman option ! Drive from Monteverde to Isla Chiquita. Departure to the Nicoya Peninsula. Approximate driving time: 4 hours. Master Sunset Suite (luxury hard-shell tent with private bathroom, terrace and small swimming pool, on Costa Rica's only island hotel). Includes guided hike and free use of kayaks and paddles.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation:

  • High-end Accommodation: Isla Chiquita Glamping Hotel
Day 3

place Isla Jesuita

Reserve Curu Embark on an adventure in Costa Rica's first private wildlife refuge. You will explore the wonderful trails on a guided hike to observe a magnificent variety of birds. Ideal for connecting with mammals and reptiles : nature in its purest form ! Approximate duration : 4 hours. Private tour. Bioluminescence tour by kayak or boat Our planet has privileged areas where a natural and impressive phenomenon brings out small lights from the ocean in the dark night. Produced by a high concentration of plankton emitting light, bioluminescence occurs in dark places and when water is in motion. This rare phenomenon exists around Jesuita Island and thanks to this kayak adventure, you will have the chance to observe it. Approximate duration : 1 hour. Includes guided hike and free use of kayaks and paddles.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation:

  • High-end Accommodation: Isla Chiquita Glamping Hotel
Day 4

place Isla Jesuita- Santa Teresa, Malpais & Montezuma- Santa Teresa

Drive from Isla Chiquita to Santa Teresa/Montezuma. You will cross the Nicoya Peninsula, a territory that looks like an African Savannah during the Costa Rican summer, along the beautiful beaches of the Pacific Ocean to Santa Teresa / Montezuma. Approximate driving time : 1.5 hour.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • High-end Accommodation: Hotel Nantipa - A Tico Beach Experience
Day 5

place Santa Teresa, Malpais & Montezuma- Isla Tortuga- Santa Teresa

Tortuga Island Snorkeling Tour ! At 9am, you will board a boat that will take you for a crossing of about 50 minutes to Isla Tortuga. Whitened by the sun, this magnificent private nature reserve off Curú is actually composed of two twin islets: Isla Tolinga and Isla Alcatraz, deserted. Isla Tortuga is surrounded by white sandy beaches that plunge into bright turquoise blue waters. Free time to relax in a hammock while sipping a local cocktail or enjoy the warm waters suitable for snorkeling. After a good lunch, you will take the way back to the hotel around 4pm. Approximate duration : 7 hours.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation:

  • High-end Accommodation: Hotel Nantipa - A Tico Beach Experience
Day 6

place Santa Teresa Free Day

Free day to discover the beaches of the region. Please contact us for the various water activities not to be missed on site.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • High-end Accommodation: Hotel Nantipa - A Tico Beach Experience
Day 7

place Santa Teresa, Malpais & Montezuma- San José

Drive from Santa Teresa to San José. Today, you leave the beautiful Pacific coast to reach San José, the capital of Costa Rica. Approximate driving time: 5.5 hours.

Meals: Breakfast

What’s Included

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  • Hotel Senda Monteverde
  • Isla Chiquita Glamping Hotel
  • Hotel Nantipa - A Tico Beach Experience

Meals expand_less

  • Breakfast (7)
  • Dinner (3)
  • Lunch (1)

Transport expand_less

  • Daily private transport without driver's expenses

Activities expand_less

  • Activities as listed on the itinerary

Not Included expand_less

  • Tips and gratuities
  • Travel insurance
  • Drinks
  • Personal Expenses

About Laura

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What is paradise? Sunshine, heavenly wild beaches, smiling people and nature. Living in Costa Rica was a dream! So when I had the opportunity, without hesitation, I packed my bags and here I am now, calling the country of the Pura Vida my home :)

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