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Itinerary
Costa Rica: Wildlife, National Parks & Hidden Gems of the Northwest
Day 1 - San Jose
Arrive at any time. There are no activities planned until an evening welcome meeting.
Day 2 - San Jose/La Fortuna
Drive to Sarapiqui to visit the G Adventures-supported Mi Cafecito Community Coffee Plantation. Learn about the impact this project has had on the community and sample some of the products they sell. Continue on to the Arenal region and take advantage of a free afternoon and a full free day tomorrow to experience the adventure activities and natural wonders of the area. La Fortuna is an excellent base for adventure. Opt to hike the area's nature trails, swim in chilly La Fortuna waterfall or go canyoning.
Day 3 - La Fortuna
Free day in La Fortuna. Experience the outdoor adventures, amazing wildlife and natural wonders in this area. There are enough activities here to keep you busy all day long. In the evening opt to soak in one of the many hot springs in the area to cap off an adventurous day. Spend the day getting your adrenaline pumping, viewing local wildlife, marvelling at the Arenal Volcano and getting to know more about Costa Rica in La Fortuna. There are enough activities here to keep you busy all day long.
Day 4 - La Fortuna/Monteverde
Travel by van and boat through the stunning Costa Rican scenery up into the cloud forest. Take an included guided night walk to learn about nocturnal life in the jungle firsthand. Travel across Lake Arenal into the mountains and on to Monteverde Cloud Forest.
Arrive to spend time enjoying this nature-lover's paradise.
Day 5 - Monteverde
Enjoy a free day to explore the cloud forest region of Costa Rica. Opt to fly across canopy ziplines, walk across suspended bridges through the forest canopy, or go horseback riding in the hills.
Day 6 - Monteverde/Quepos
Travel to Quepos, just outside Manuel Antonio National Park. Opt to visit the park or relax on the beach in this fun surf town. Enjoy a night out and perhaps learn how to salsa. Travel to the Pacific Coast. Enjoy Quepos. Opt to swim, fish, kayak, surf or take a sailing trip.
Day 7 - Quepos
Enjoy an included entrance into Manuel Antonio National Park. Then, take advantage of free time to explore. Opt to sail or swim in the Pacific. Or choose to kayak through mangroves and relax on the beach. Pre-book the Manuel Antonio Catamaran Tour on the checkout page to include this optional activity on your tour or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance.
Day 8 - Quepos/San Jose
Opt to chill at the beach in the morning before the journey by private vehicle back to the capital.
Day 9 - San Jose to Rincon de la Vieja
After an early departure from San Jose, the group will travel to the famed ethereal blue waters of Rio Celeste. Set off on a CEO-led walk through the area with views of the river along the route before an included lunch. Continue onwards to the Rincon de la Vieja area where you will have dinner at the lodge restaurant before a night walk on the nearby trails.
Day 10 - Rincon de la Vieja National Park Area
Enjoy breakfast at the lodge before transferring to Rincon de la Vieja National Park where you will embark on a hike in the area to gain a full sense of the tropical and volcanic landscape, while searching for resident wildlife. Travel back to the hotel in the afternoon for free time on the property. Activity options range from ziplining, hiking in the area, and various cultural experiences.
Day 11 - Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park Area
Enjoy a full free day in the Rincon de la Vieja area with an abundance of optional activities to choose from. Between hiking, bird watching, or spa treatments and a soak in the hot springs, your day can be as leisurely or busy as you'd like.
Day 12 - Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park Area to Playa Flamingo
After breakfast at the lodge the group will travel to Playa Flamingo on Costa Rica's northern Pacific coast. Enjoy a CEO-led orientation walk upon arrival to get to know this uniquely set up town, whose central area has remained a pristine beach protected by a large mangrove forest. Then, spend a free evening exploring on your own.
Day 13 - Playa Flamingo
Spend a full free day in paradise. Opt to prebook a Catamaran excursion to get out onto the water for a whole new view of the Playa Flamingo area. Or choose to enjoy the beach on your own with swimming and sunbathing.
Day 14 - Playa Flamingo
Depart at any time. Please note that while your tour ends in Playa Flamingo, there are taxis/shuttle services available to the Liberia airport. These services depart from the town of Potrero which is 10 minutes from your Finish Point Hotel. It takes one hour to get to the airport in Liberia from Potrero.
Summary
What’s included?
Accommodation
Hotels (13 nts).
Local transport
Private vehicle, boat, shared van, walking.
Meals
Meals Included: 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners
Meals Budget: Allow USD500-650 for meals not included.
Meals Budget: Allow USD500-650 for meals not included.
Additional info
Arenal
- Lost Canyon Adventures Canyoning (99USD per person)
- Stand Up Paddle (Lesson and Tour) (65USD per person)
- Whitewater Rafting (61-86USD per person)
- Gravity Falls Waterfall Jumping (125USD per person)
- Hanging Bridges (75USD per person)
La Fortuna
- La Fortuna Waterfall Swim (20USD per person)
- Hot Springs Soak (42-84USD per person)
- Costa Rica Adrenaline Bundle (149USD per person)
Monteverde
- Monteverde Horseback Riding (45USD per person)
- Monteverde Butterfly Garden Visit (20USD per person)
- Ziplining (60USD per person)
- Hanging Bridges Monteverde (47USD per person)
- El Trapiche Tour Monteverde (33USD per person)
- Santa Elena Cloud Forest Guided Tour (50USD per person)
Manuel Antonio National Park
- Sailing
- Surfing (55-75USD per person)
- Kayaking (70USD per person)
Quepos
- Fishing
Manuel Antonio
- Manuel Antonio Catamaran Tour
- Whitewater Rafting Manuel Antonio (75-98USD per person)
Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park
- Ziplining - Rincon de la Vieja
- Hike on the Lodge's Trails
- Jungle Waterslide - Hotel Buena Vista del Rincon
Playa Flamingo
- Playa Flamingo Catamaran
- Lost Canyon Adventures Canyoning (99USD per person)
- Stand Up Paddle (Lesson and Tour) (65USD per person)
- Whitewater Rafting (61-86USD per person)
- Gravity Falls Waterfall Jumping (125USD per person)
- Hanging Bridges (75USD per person)
La Fortuna
- La Fortuna Waterfall Swim (20USD per person)
- Hot Springs Soak (42-84USD per person)
- Costa Rica Adrenaline Bundle (149USD per person)
Monteverde
- Monteverde Horseback Riding (45USD per person)
- Monteverde Butterfly Garden Visit (20USD per person)
- Ziplining (60USD per person)
- Hanging Bridges Monteverde (47USD per person)
- El Trapiche Tour Monteverde (33USD per person)
- Santa Elena Cloud Forest Guided Tour (50USD per person)
Manuel Antonio National Park
- Sailing
- Surfing (55-75USD per person)
- Kayaking (70USD per person)
Quepos
- Fishing
Manuel Antonio
- Manuel Antonio Catamaran Tour
- Whitewater Rafting Manuel Antonio (75-98USD per person)
Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park
- Ziplining - Rincon de la Vieja
- Hike on the Lodge's Trails
- Jungle Waterslide - Hotel Buena Vista del Rincon
Playa Flamingo
- Playa Flamingo Catamaran