DAY 1 | ARRIVAL AT SAN JOSE

Welcome to San Jose, Costa Rica. We will meet you at the airport, a representative will be waiting for you with a sign with your name at the airport exit and will transfer you to your hotel. Once in the capital city, you can visit the theaters, museums, and beautiful parks or simply enjoy a cup of Costa Rican coffee while watching the daily life of the «Ticos».

Overnight at Hilton San Jose La Sabana.

DAY 2 | SAN JOSE – TORTUGUERO

Departure in the morning from San José. You will cross the Braulio Carrillo National Park, which is the largest in the central region, until you reach the Guapiles area where you will enjoy a delicious typical breakfast. On the way, you will pass through banana plantations until you reach the pier where you will board your boat. From here the boat ride will continue crossing rivers and canals for approximately an hour and a half until arriving at the hotel for lunch time. In the afternoon, guided tour of the pictures in town of Tortuguero. Dinner included in the lodge.

Overnight at Manatus Hotel.

DAY 3 | TORTUGUERO NATIONAL PARK

Breakfast in the lodge. This morning you will go on a boat tour through the canals of the Tortuguero National Park. Called Costa Rica’s “little Amazon”, Tortuguero National Park is one of the country’s wilderness areas with the greatest biological biodiversity. The canals are surrounded by lush tropical forest filled with abundant wildlife, and the beaches are famous for being the habitat of seven species of sea turtles.

Overnight at Manatus Hotel.

DAY 4 | GUAPILES – ARENAL VOLCANO

Breakfast in the lodge. Mid-morning you will depart by boat back to the main dock and then travel by ground transportation to Guapiles, where you will have lunch. Afternoon departure to La Fortuna, where the impressive Arenal Volcano awaits, one of the natural wonders of the country for its majesty. Today there aren´t lava eruptions, but you can still observe the smoke, and ash spewing out of the top of the volcano.  The Arenal Volcano region is an exquisite destination for its attractive landscape, its hot springs, and Lake Arenal.  During the transfer, you will see agricultural plantations, ornamental plants and cattle farms.

Overnight at Arenal Springs Resort & Spa.

DAY 5 | VIDA CAMPESINA TOUR – ARENAL VOLCANO NATIONAL PARK

During the tour of the organic farm, we will enjoy a cultural activity of milling sugar cane in the troja of the trapiche with tasting of three different derivatives: cane juice, cane guaro and peeled cane segments. We will also be able to taste the fruits in harvest of the farm and receive the class of tortillas, where you will have to demonstrate your skills to knead and prepare the tortilla with the palms of your hands. At the end, you will be delighted with a delicious typical organic lunch prepared over wood and buffet style.

Later, the tour continues to the Arenal National Park. This tour starts with a short boat ride from the Arenal Lake Dam to the entrance of “La Peninsula”, this path will take us through the forest in the most recent national park trails area, and we will hike with amazing views of the Arenal Lake and enjoy the fantastic lookouts. This trail is special for birdwatching and nature photography. Then we’ll go to areas that were destroyed by volcanic activity and are now in the process of regeneration, a hike through the “Coladas Trail” will take us all the way to experience what no long ago were lava flows. Nature, geology, and volcano history are all in the hands of our professional guides.

Overnight at Arenal Springs Resort & Spa.

DAY 6 | ARENAL – MANUEL ANTONIO

Morning departure to Manuel Antonio, a destination where you can find the Manuel Antonio National Park which is considered one of the natural jewels for its abundant diversity of wildlife. It is the smallest of Costa Rica’s national parks but also one of the most visited for its beautiful beaches. It has several hiking trails, viewpoints, and the chance to come across animals in their natural habitat.  At several points in the park, the trails branch off and lead to four separate beaches: Espadilla Sur, Manuel Antonio, Escondida, and Playita.

Overnight at Shana By The Beach.

DAY 7 | HIKING TOUR TO MANUEL ANTONIO NATIONAL PARK

The pace of this adventure is determined by the consensus of your group’s abilities and interests. There is an abundance of wildlife that you will want to stop, observe and learn about, all in their natural and awe-inspiring habitat. Watch sloths and numerous species of monkeys roam the treetops while hunting nocturnal silky anteaters and various types of non-venomous snakes resting in the rainforest. Listen to the songs of the various birds as they glide above their group, curious in search of adventure. See how many different types of flora and fauna you can spot in a 2.5-hour hike. If you feel like it, you can stop and enjoy fresh fruits and local refreshments while you pause to soak in the beautiful aesthetics. If you feel like it, you can take a side trip to enjoy pristine, uncrowded, untouched beaches after your guided educational adventure is complete. Learn about the history of the Quepoa Indians and Costa Rica’s past as it relates to this stunningly beautiful area of Manuel Antonio. Enjoy an unequivocally unique experience and leave with a new perspective on nature.

Overnight at Shana By The Beach.

DAY 8 | MANUEL ANTONIO

Day at leisure in Manuel Antonio. Look for the optional tours suggested.

Overnight at Shana By The Beach.

DAY 9 | MANUEL ANTONIO – JUAN SANTAMARIA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

Start your day with our shuttle service from Manuel Antonio to Juan Santamaría Airport. Our transportation is scheduled specifically to ensure you arrive punctually and without any hassles for your flight. Enjoy the journey as we comfortably take you to your final destination.

END OF OUR SERVICES

INCLUDED

• All lodging according to itinerary.
• Meals according to itinerary.
• Spanish/English speaking professional tour guide during all program days.
• Transportation services during the programmed itinerary.

NOT INCLUDED

• Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages during meals.
• Meals that are not mentioned in the itinerary.
• International and domestic air tickets.
• Personal expenses (laundry, telephone calls, etc.)
• Early check-in, late check-out.
• Tips for guides and drivers.
• Travel Insurance.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

• All rates are per person based on occupancy type and the indicated number of passengers.
• Prices are subject to change without notice and can only be guaranteed after booking.
• All activities included in this program are subject to the minimum operation and may vary depending on this, so they will be confirmed at the time of final confirmation.
• Reservations must include each passenger’s full name, nationality, passport number, age, and date of birth.
• Early arrival on day 1 does not guarantee the availability of hotel rooms. Standard check-in times apply unless additional nights of accommodation are purchased to ensure immediate access to rooms.
• Confirm with your embassy if you need a VISA to enter to Costa Rica. Purposeful Tours is not responsible if a guest does not have all the necessary documentation to enter the country. The foreigner who travels to Costa Rica must ensure that the validity of his passport is not less than six months to enter the national territory.