Costa Rica 10 Day Tour
10 Days
16
16+
San Jose
Arrival
MEAL INCLUDED: -- / -- / Dinner
HOTEL STAY: Raddison Hotel San Jose
We will visit the Doka Coffee Estate for a delicious breakfast. Then we will be treated to a coffee tour in an actual coffee plantation where we will learn the ancient techniques used by the experts to produce some of the best coffee in Costa Rica and around the world. The careful process involved in the cultivation, harvesting and roasting of the Golden Bean will then be illustrated, very hands-on, and then we will savor the delectable product.
After the coffee tour, we will continue to Poas Volcano National Park, where there is a noticeable change in temperature and exuberant vegetation of the cloud forest. The Poás Volcano, is an active 2,708-metre (8,885 ft) stratovolcano. The crater of the volcano is over a mile across and 1050 feet deep. It has erupted 40 times since 1828, including April, 2017.
At the volcano we will have time to enjoy the impressive main crater with its sulfur fumaroles, and hike on a trail to the beautiful Botos Lagoon as we learn about the different ecosystems in the park. After Poás, we will continue to La Paz Waterfall Garden, where we will enjoy a buffet lunch (rated 4 Forks by the Costa Rican Tourism Council) that includes multiple selections ofTraditional Costa Rican dishes and much more.
At the La Paz Waterfall Gardens we will go through walking trails surrounded by lush tropical rainforest. Here we will appreciate flowing white rivers, spectacular waterfalls, birds, butterflies, monkeys, and hummingbirds. There are also, educational animal exhibits to enjoy such as the Aviary, the Butterfly Observatory, Hummingbird Garden, Serpentarium, Jungle Cats Exhibit, and the Frog Exhibit. This is definitely a tour enjoyed by nature lovers from all ages.
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast / Lunch / --
HOTEL STAY: Raddison Hotel San Jose
Our day starts at 7:30 am in the morning we will be looking at your hotel, then we start our trip to the central pacific area, on the way we can see crocodiles in their natural habitat and we will have some viewpoints with panoramic views of the Pacific coast central.
Upon arriving in Quepos, we will have time to enjoy a tour in Catamaran, on board the catamaran all drinks are unlimited except for beers. The tour is focused on whale watching (seasonal), dolphins and sea turtles, we will also have a snorkeling tour and a delicious lunch on board.
After the tour we will transfer to the hotel and you can enjoy the beach at night return to the hotel Dinner at the hotel.
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast / Lunch / --
HOTEL STAY: Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio
Today, we will have a beautiful guided tour of the Manuel Antonio National Park, in this place we will have the opportunity to see a large number of wild animals in their natural habitat, including howler monkeys, lazy bear, raccoons, deer, snakes, and guatusas.
Our walk will be 3.5 hours in the park, within that time we can bathe on the beach, listed as one of the 10 best in the world, and we will have during our tour the beautiful view of 4 different spectacular viewpoints for nature lovers.
At dusk at 5:30 p.m. we will have the experience the thrill of the jungle at night with our Mangrove Night Boat Tour. Immerse yourself in the natural world of Costa Rica and get up close to some of the most impressive species of mangroves.
Watch as crocodiles, boas, bats, anteaters, sloths, birds, crabs, and more come to life right before your eyes. This epic adventure will make you feel like you're in a movie.
Dinner at the hotel.
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast / -- / Dinner
HOTEL STAY: Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio
On this day we will only enjoy the espadilla beach and we will have a yoga session in nature.
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast / -- / Dinner
HOTEL STAY: Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio
This day after breakfast 7.30 a.m we will head towards Monte Verde, it is a trip of approximately 4 hours but in the middle of the way we will stop at Jaco Beach, a very nice beach to enjoy a moment of relaxation then we will continue towards Monteverde.
The cloud forest really comes alive at night! Night time tours of the cloud forest showcase anew perspective of this unique ecosystem. A naturalist guide will lead you through the forest pointing out a variety of wildlife like armadillos, tarantulas, and more. Listen closely to the sounds of the forest! You may hear the nocturnal Hoffman’s Two-toed Sloth rustling in the trees. The other Costa Rican sloth species, the diurnal three-toed sloth, is not found in the cloud forest as their fur coats are not warm enough for them in the cool cloud forest environment.
Dinner at the hotel.
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast / -- / Dinner
HOTEL STAY: Calathea Lodge Monteverde
This all-time favorite is for the true-blue nature lover and thrill seeker. Spend the whole day exploring the cloud forest from different perspectives and wildlife watching in the exhibitions. This is the ultimate experience of nature created by its beauty and multitude of emotions.
This pack includes:
Canopy Tour
Treetop Walkways (guide not included)
The Sloth Habitat
Butterfly Garden
Reptile and Amphibian Exhibition
Lunch at the park restaurant
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast / Lunch / --
HOTEL STAY: Calathea Lodge Monteverde
On this day after breakfast, we will go towards Arenal to enjoy all the attractions that this place offers.
Arrival in the area around noon and Check-in at the Hotel
3:00 pm. Visit to the Arenal Volcano National Park at the end we will go to enjoy the Baldi hot springs, In this place with the hot springs we will have a yoga relaxation session and body massages and then enjoy the thermal baths.there we will also have the buffet dinner at the end at approximately 9:30 pm return to the hotel.
Dinner at the hotel.
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast / -- / Dinner
HOTEL STAY: La Mansion Inn Arenal
8.30 pickup and transfer to the Rio Las Peñas and get to know the tropical river ecosystem, experience the tranquility of the forest while floating slowly down the Peñas Blancas River with the opportunity to observe many species of arboreal and aquatic animals such as: monkeys, sloths, iguanas, turtles, alligators and different types of birds such as herons, cormorants, American darters, and passerines, along with the possibility of observing a reptile species called the basilisk lizard, which is capable of walking on water.
The interesting vegetation includes dense branches officus, luehea, and kapok trees full of lianas and epiphytic plants, which intersect from both sides of the river forming tunnels full of various shapes and exuberant green colors where very little sunlight gets through.
This tour is perfect for those who do not want much walking, but plenty of opportunities to observe and photograph the natural beauty and wildlife. Lunch at the local restaurant.
After lunchEnjoy the rainforest and volcano views from the Mistico Hanging Bridges and swim in La Fortuna Waterfall.
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast / Lunch / --
HOTEL STAY: Raddison Hotel San Jose
At the time transfer to the airport for our return flight home.
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HOTEL STAY: --
Visit the impressive Poas volcano and the La Paz waterfall with its incredible nature
Visiting Manuel Antonio Park has no comparison.
See the Arenal Volcano and its very relaxing hot springs accompanied by walks through the trees
Visit cloud forest with its impressive hanging bridges in the middle of nature
International Flight from Miami to San Jose to Miami
Private transfer
Meals mentioned in itinerary
2 nights in San Jose
3 nights in Manuel Antonio
1 night in Monteverde
2 nights in Arenal La Fortuna hotel
Tour Volcano Poasy Waterfall La Paz
Tour Catamaran Quepos Manuel Antonio
Tour National Park Manuel Antonio
Park Selvatura Monte Verde
Tour Arenal Volcano and hot springs
Tour Rio Peñas Blancas and Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park
Two yoga sessions
Meals and drinks not mentioned in itinerary
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Tips
Extra tour
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Embark on an unforgettable week-long adventure in Costa Rica, where you'll witness the majestic Poaz Volcano, marvel at the stunning La Paz Waterfall, explore the rich biodiversity of Manuel Antonio National Park, discover the natural wonders of Arenal, and experience the tranquil beauty of Penas Blancas River.
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