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8 Day itinerary in Costa Rica, Central America & Caribbean

Costa Rica Nature Explorer 8D/7N

Discover the natural beauty of Costa Rica with an unforgettable adventure tailored to nature enthusiasts. Immerse yourself in breathtaking landscapes as you explore lush rainforests, majestic volcanoes, and pristine beaches. Enjoy activities like zip-lining, hot springs relaxation, and guided wildli... Read More

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Marcos

By Marcos

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

Adventure

Nature & Wildlife

Start/End

Night

Highlights

1

Enjoy free time in Arenal Volcano National Park

2

Relax on the beautiful beach of Puerto Viejo

3

Explore the vibrant & friendly streets of San Jose

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


Costa Rica Airport Pick-up
Welcome to Costa Rica! Upon arrival, one of our representatives will be ready to greet you at the airport and pass you all the information you need to start your adventure. You'll be transferred to your hotel and the rest of your day will be yours to spend at your leisure - why not visit the nearby Central Market, the outskirts of the National Theater and the La Plaza de La Cultura?

Day 2

place Day 2: San Jose - Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica

Welcome to the Caribbean (B)

Ready to enjoy your first Gallo Pinto? Your shuttle will be waiting at your hotel lobby, ready to bring you to start your Caribbean adventure. You'll be taken to Puerto Viejo, one of Costa Rica’s most beautiful beaches in the Caribbean. Spend today soaking up the sunshine and relaxing at the beach, then get yourself prepared for fun night enjoying the sound of Reggae and holding a delicious fruit cocktail!

Meals: Breakfast

Day 3

place Day 3: Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica

Free time in Puerto Viejo (B)

Puerto Viejo is well known for the beautiful beaches, such as Playa Chiquita, Playa Negra and Punta Uva, which are some of the most spectacular beaches in Costa Rica, which can be found between Puerto Viejo and Manzanillo. We recommend you visit Manzanillo and have a walk in this nature path that is surrounded by tropical forest and the Caribbean sea. Also you will have free time to do activities, for example: surfing lessons, horseback riding on the beach, snorkeling in National Park Cahuita or visiting Kekoldi (indigenous region).

Meals: Breakfast

Day 4

place Day 4: Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica

Free time in Puerto Viejo (B)

Enjoy another free day in this slice of heaven either unwinding on the white sands, or choosing one of the suggested extra activities.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 5

place Day 5: Puerto Viejo - La Fortuna, Costa Rica

Arenal Volcano & Hot Springs (B)

Your shuttle transportation will be meeting you at the hotel lobby in the morning to drive you to La Fortuna. Usually known simply as La Fortuna, the village of La Fortuna de San Carlos is the entrance 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 lowlands of the north of the country. La Fortuna, a charming and quiet village offers spectacular scenery of the Arenal, the most beautiful volcanoes in Costa Rica.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 6

place Day 6: La Fortuna, Costa Rica

Free Day to Explore the Rainforest (B)

The following day is at leisure for you to enjoy your hotel's facilities or to visit a nearby attraction such as: hanging bridges, zipline, canyoning, mountain bike, ATV's, kayak, white water rafting category III and IV or sloth observation. Or, just lay back and relax in the Northern part of Costa Rica!

Meals: Breakfast

Day 7

place Day 7: La Fortuna - San Jose, Costa Rica

Back to San Jose (B)

Enjoy breakfast and prepare to say goodbye to Arenal. In the afternoon you will be taken back to San José where you'll enjoy your last evening in Costa Rica!

Meals: Breakfast

Day 8

place Day 8: San Jose, Costa Rica

Airport transfer (B)

It is time to say goodbye! According to your flight-schedule you will take a seat in the private transfer of the hotel to the airport. We wish you a safe flight back home!

Meals: Breakfast

What’s Included

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  • Breakfast (7)

Transport expand_less

  • Transport as per itinerary
  • Shuttle transfer Puerto Viejo - La Fortuna
  • Shuttle transfer La Fortuna - San José
  • Airport transfers
  • Shuttle transfer San José - Puerto Viejo

Activities expand_less

  • Explore and relax in Puerto Viejo
  • Explore La Fortuna and visit Arenal

Not Included expand_less

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

About Marcos

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