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4 Day itinerary in Costa Rica, Central America & Caribbean

Costa Rica Volcano Adventure 4D/3N

Embark on an unforgettable Costa Rica adventure, exploring breathtaking volcano landscapes and lush rainforests. Discover the iconic Arenal Volcano, rejuvenate in natural hot springs, and trek through scenic trails rich with wildlife. This thrilling tour offers wildlife spotting, canopy walks, and v... 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

Hiking

Adventure

Nature & Wildlife

Start/End

Night

Highlights

1

Soak in the Baldi natural hot springs

2

Explore the charming village of La Fortuna

3

Hike to the lava flows of Arenal Volcano

Itinerary

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Day 1

place Day 1: San Jose, Costa Rica

Duration: 4 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 - La Fortuna, Costa Rica

La Fortuna Free Afternoon (B)

Wake up for a tasty breakfast before you continue your adventure. We'll be waiting in a shuttle at the lobby to pick you up. From there, we'll make our way to La Fortuna, otherwise known as the village of La Fortuna de San Carlos. This charming village is the entrance to the magnificent Arenal Volcano and is located in the province of Alajuela, which connects the Arenal Volcano area with the cloud forest of Monteverde and Santa Elena and the lowlands of the north of the country. From La Fortuna, you'll be able to admire spectacular views of Arenal. It's widely considered one of the most beautiful volcanoes in Costa Rica, after all! Enjoy the rest of the day exploring this amazing surroundings by your self.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 3

place Day 3: La Fortuna, Costa Rica

Time to Explore the Volcano & Hot Springs (B/D)

Rise and shine! Today, you'll have more free time in the morning to explore La Fortuna at your own pace. In the afternoon, your local bilingual guide will again meet you at the hotel lobby and take you to the Arenal Volcano National Park. You'll explore the old lava flow of 1968 and learn about the rainforest flora and fauna from a local expert. After the volcano hike, your next stop is be the relaxing hot springs! Enjoy a delicious cocktail surrounded by tropical gardens, then go to the restaurant to have your buffet dinner. After all the adventure, you must be hungry!

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4

place Day 4: La Fortuna - San Jose, Costa Rica

Back to San Jose (B)

All good things must come to an end! We'll transfer you by shuttle from the hotel to the airport, depending on the time on your flight out (driving distance 3 hours approx.) Please do make sure to book a flight after 16:00 to ensure you can arrive on time. We wish you a safe flight back home!

Meals: Breakfast

What’s Included

Meals expand_less

  • Breakfast (3)
  • Dinner (1)

Transport expand_less

  • Airport transfers
  • Shuttle transfer San Jose - La Fortuna
  • Shuttle transfer La Fortuna - San Jose

Activities expand_less

  • Arenal Volcano National Park
  • Baldi Hot Springs

Extras expand_less

  • Entry fee to park

Not Included expand_less

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

About Marcos

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