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Costa Rica Road Trip: Jungle beats & Ocean Waves

12 days
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Start and end in San Jose
4.8
228 traveler reviews
  • Bright flowers in front of a church with a volcano in the background.
  • Aerial view of a pristine beach with waves crashing on the shore.
  • Iguana perched on a branch amidst lush greenery.
  • Secluded beach with clear blue water and trees lining the shore.
  • Kayaks leaning against palm trees on a sandy beach.
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  • Tropical beach with lush greenery and rocks by the ocean.
  • Waterfall surrounded by lush forest and a shallow pool.
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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
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Travel exclusively with your friends and family
Self-guided
Independent exploration, backed by expert advice and support
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    San José

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Posada El Quijote)
  2. Day 2

    Tamarindo

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Zulu Surf Hotel)

    Optional Activities

    • Stop at Llanos de Cortés waterfall for a swim or picnic
    • Explore boutiques and cafés in Tamarindo town
    • Boat tour & snorkeling from Tamarindo
    • Cooking class in Tamarindo
    Landmarks
    Llanos de Cortés Waterfall
    Playa Tamarindo
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  3. Day 3

    Tamarindo

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Zulu Surf Hotel)

    Optional Activities

    • Surf lesson with instructor at Tamarindo beach
    • Explore Las Baulas National Park mangrove trails
    • Leatherback turtle viewing on Playa Grande Trail
    Landmarks
    Las Baulas National Park
    Playa Grande Trail
  4. Day 4

    Tamarindo

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Zulu Surf Hotel)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Playa Avellanas
    • Visit Playa Carbón
    • Visit Mirador La Cruz viewpoint
    Landmarks
    Playa Avellanas
    Playa Carbón
    Mirador La Cruz
  5. Day 5

    Tamarindo

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Zulu Surf Hotel)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Playa Conchal
    • Visit Tamarindo market
    • Sunset walk at Playa Langosta
    Landmarks
    Playa Conchal
    Playa Langosta
  6. Day 6

    Tamarindo to La Fortuna

    Accommodation
    Hotel (La Fortuna Suites), Hotel

    Optional Activities

    • Explore La Fortuna town shops and market stalls
    Landmarks
    Arenal Volcano
    Lake Arenal
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  7. Day 7

    La Fortuna

    Accommodation
    Hotel (La Fortuna Suites), Hotel

    Optional Activities

    • Hiking trails at Arenal National Park
    • Natural hot springs near the volcano
    Landmarks
    Arenal National Park
  8. Day 8

    La Fortuna

    Accommodation
    Hotel (La Fortuna Suites), Hotel

    Optional Activities

    • La Fortuna waterfall visit and swimming
    • SUP board paddling on Lake Arenal at El Castillo
    Landmarks
    La Fortuna Waterfall
    El Castillo
  9. Day 9

    Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only)

    Optional Activities

    • River safari & visit to a local family
    • Cahuita National Park Tour & Water Experience in Puerto Viejo
    • Night hike to the Manzanillo Refuge
    • Visit to a cocoa farm in the rainforest
    • Caribbean cooking class in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
    Landmarks
    Puerto Viejo de Talamanca Beach
    Caribbean Sea
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  10. Day 10

    Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only)

    Optional Activities

    • Breakfast at GypSea Café
    • Bike rental to visit GypSea Café
    • Swim and relax at Playa Chiquita
    Landmarks
    GypSea Café
    Playa Chiquita
  11. Day 11

    Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only)

    Optional Activities

    • Surfing lesson at Playa Negra
    • Boogie boarding at Playa Negra
    Landmarks
    Playa Negra
  12. Day 12

    Puerto Viejo de Talamanca to San José

    Landmarks
    San José

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  • Posada El Quijote

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  • Zulu Surf Hotel

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  • La Fortuna Suites

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  • La Fortuna Lodge

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  • Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only

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