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.

Accommodation:

• Mid-Range Accommodation: KC Hotel San José

The little Amazon of Costa Rica Early in the morning, departure in grouped service to the must-see region of Tortuguero, on the Caribbean coast. On the way, you will first cross the lush Braulio Carrillo Park, covered with a thick tropical rainforest and irrigated by torrential rains, before following the banana plantations of which Costa Rica is one of the world's leading exporters. Depending on the water level, you will board a motorboat in La Pavona or Caño Blanco to sail between tropical flora and fauna to the lodge.Your lodge is located in the heart of Tortuguero National Park. In the afternoon, you can enjoy the gardens and swimming pool or visit the Caribbean village of Tortuguero. Info 1 : transfers in grouped service. Info 2 : possibility to go to Tortuguero by plane - contact us.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation:

• Mid-Range Accommodation: Mawamba Lodge Tortuguero

In the morning or afternoon (schedule to be confirmed on site), departure for the canals of Tortuguero National Park. This large aquatic park is completely made up of canals and lagoons in the middle of an impressive jungle, explaining its nickname of "Amazon of Costa Rica". It is through this unique and extraordinary network of rivers and marshes in the heart of the jungle that you and your guide will discover caimans, toucans, turtles, howler monkeys, parrots, sloths, iguanas and multicolored birds. During the rest of the day, you can freely enjoy the swimming pool or guided tours on the lodge's trails and along the beach, discovering the flora and fauna of the rainforest, or extra activities offered by the lodge (not included, to be booked on site). Info : possibility to observe the laying of turtles at night (from July to October) - contact us.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

• Mid-Range Accommodation: Mawamba Lodge Tortuguero

In the morning after breakfast, you will sail to Caño Blanco or La Pavona depending on the water level, before heading back to Guápiles. Info : lunch included at Guápiles. Transfer by shuttle-bus from Guapiles to La Fortuna. Approximate driving time : 3.5 hours, departure around 1:30pm.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

• Mid-Range Accommodation: Tabacon Thermal Resort & Spa

Jungle safari float and tortilla makingExplore Costa Rica's exuberant nature by boat. You will quietly paddle down the Peñas Blancas river in a kayak. This is an interesting tour for nature lovers! Throughout your journey it is likely that you will encounter different species of exotic birds, frogs, curious insects and perhaps even caimans or monkeys. You will then join Dona Mara's house to cook and learn how to make your own corn tortillas. It sounds simple, but it's quite a technique, will they end up on your plate or on the kitchen floor? Approximate duration : 6 hours.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation:

• Mid-Range Accommodation: Tabacon Thermal Resort & Spa

Experience the rainforest from above : the iconic hanging bridges Enjoy the rainforest from a birds' point of view, this unique way of seeing the rainforest will give you an amazing experience you will never forget ! During this 3 km trail, you will cross 15 bridges, offering breathtaking views of the lush tropical vegetation and the Arenal Volcano. Approximate duration : 2 hours hiking. Transportation to/from the Mistico Park. Travel between Arenal and Monteverde in a fun way. You will be transferred by vehicle to the lake and then board a boat for approximately one hour to take us across to Monteverde. Enjoy this very scenic way to travel, where you can admire the beautiful views of all the mountains, sky and the colossal Arenal volcano itself on our way across the lake. When you reach the other side of the lake, you will be picked up and driven to your hotel in Monteverde. Monteverde is a place of cloud forests and coffee plantations, monkeys, mist, and friendly locals. The town of Santa Elena is small and quaint, filled with tasty restaurants and folksy artisan shops, while the nearby rainforest hosts a remarkable amount of biodiversity. Note: Two departures per day at 8:15am and 2:15pm Duration: approx. 3:30hrs

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

• Mid-Range Accommodation: Hotel Poco A Poco Monteverde

Adrenaline Rush 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. Approximate duration : 3 hours. Info : for even more sensations, take the superman option ! A guaranteed thrill with a descent into the Superman position !

Guide: Included for the day

Accommodation:

• Mid-Range Accommodation: Hotel Poco A Poco Monteverde

Transfer by shuttle-bus from Monteverde to Manuel Antonio. Approximate driving time : 4 hours, departure around 8:00am.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

• Mid-Range Accommodation: La Mariposa Hotel

To your papillar ! Rediscover the true flavors of vanilla, cacao and cinnamon ...At Villa Vanilla, you will stroll through the plantations and learn all about the manufacturing processes. You will end this discovery with a delicious tasting session. Approximate duration : 2.5 hours. Private excursion.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

• Mid-Range Accommodation: La Mariposa Hotel

Manuel Antonio National Park Today, head to Manuel Antonio National Park, its stunning beaches, coral reef and great fauna and flora variety. Swim in the cristal clear waters, relax on the thin sand beaches, walk in the tropical vegetation...This is the perfect place to watch numerous animals such as sloths or squirrel monkeys. Info : The park is closed on Tuesdays.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

• Mid-Range Accommodation: La Mariposa Hotel

Transfer by shuttle-bus from Manuel Antonio to San José. Approximate driving time : 4 hours, departure around 8:00am or 1:30pm. Included: shared transport

Meals: Breakfast