Itinerary
- Day 1
San Jose
You'll land at San Jose International Airport and head to your hotel on your own after getting through customs. This gives you time to settle in and get oriented at your own pace.
- Day 2
San Jose to Tortuguero
Starting early, you'll drive through Braulio Carrillo National Park with a breakfast stop along the way, then switch to a boat that winds through canals and rivers toward Tortuguero. After lunch at the eco-lodge, you can take a boat tour through the canals and walk around the village before heading to the beach. By evening you're back at the lodge relaxing with rainforest and wildlife all around.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Guided boat tour through Tortuguero National Park canals
- Visit to Tortuguero village
- Beach exploration in Tortuguero
Landmarks Braulio Carrillo National Park Tortuguero National Park Tortuguero Village 
- Day 3
Tortuguero
You'll spend three hours on a boat excursion through Tortuguero National Park looking for monkeys, crocodiles, sloths and birds (there are over 350 species here). After returning to the lodge, the rest of the day is yours to relax by the pool, walk the grounds, or just take in the rainforest setting.
Included Activities
- Three-hour guided boat excursion in Tortuguero National Park with wildlife observation
Landmarks Tortuguero National Park - Day 4
Tortuguero to Arenal
An early morning boat takes you to Guapiles where you'll stop for lunch at a local spot, then continue driving toward the Arenal region. Once you arrive at your hotel, the afternoon and evening are open for you to rest up or wander around and explore on your own.
- Meals
- Lunch (Local restaurant)
Optional Activities
- Termas de Tabacon - Relax in thermal pools and flowing rivers at one of Costa Rica's most famous hot spring resorts at the base of Arenal Volcano, with naturally heated mineral waters varying in temperature, surrounded by tropical forest and waterfalls. Includes transportation, entrance fees, dinner and bilingual guide services.
- Ecotermales Hot Springs - Unwind in naturally heated thermal pools fed by Arenal Volcano's geothermal energy in a peaceful rainforest setting, with pools of varying temperatures and a cold-water waterfall for contrast.
Landmarks Arenal Volcano - Day 5
Arenal
After breakfast, a guide leads you through Arenal Volcano National Park explaining the volcanic history and walking you through landscapes shaped by past lava flows. You'll keep an eye out for sloths, howler monkeys and anteaters along the way. Back at the hotel by afternoon, you can either chill out or head out to explore more if you'd like.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided hike in Arenal Volcano National Park
Optional Activities
- Sky Walk Guided Tour - Discover the rainforest from above on a guided walk across suspension bridges with elevated trails providing panoramic canopy views and excellent wildlife observation opportunities.
- Zipline Adventure - Experience an adrenaline-filled adventure zipping through the rainforest canopy with multiple zip lines, platforms high in the trees, and a Tarzan-style swing. Includes transportation, entrance fees, safety equipment and bilingual guide services.
- La Fortuna Waterfall - Walk down a forested trail to the base of the impressive La Fortuna Waterfall cascading into a clear natural pool where you may swim, relax or enjoy the scenery. Your visit supports local community development projects.
Landmarks Arenal Volcano National Park La Fortuna Waterfall - Day 6
Arenal to Monteverde
You'll eat early, then head to Lake Arenal for a scenic boat crossing before driving up into the Monteverde cloud forest region (around 1,200 meters/3,937 feet elevation where it's noticeably cooler). The misty forests and coffee plantations are here to explore, and the rest of the day is yours to check things out at whatever pace feels right.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Lake Arenal Monteverde Cloud Forest Santa Elena - Day 7
Monteverde
A hike through Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve lets you see this unique ecosystem firsthand with its thick mist and dense vegetation. The reserve has been protecting this area since 1972 and holds incredible biodiversity. After you're done hiking, the rest of your day is free to walk around Monteverde and do whatever interests you.
Included Activities
- Guided hike in Monteverde Cloud Forest
Landmarks Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve - Day 8
Monteverde to Tamarindo
You'll travel to the Pacific coast and the beach town of Tamarindo in Guanacaste province. After checking into your hotel, you've got free time to walk the lively streets, jump in the ocean, or hang out at the hotel with all its facilities available.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Tamarindo Beach Playa Grande Playa Langosta Estero de Tamarindo Las Baulas National Park Cabo Velas - Days 9 - 11
Tamarindo
Three full days to spend in Tamarindo as you like. The beach sits in a wide bay with Playa Grande to the north and Playa Langosta to the south, plus the largest mangrove estuary in Central America nearby. You can swim in the warm water, relax on the sand, explore the town's shops and restaurants, or just pick a spot and settle in.
Landmarks Tamarindo Beach Playa Grande Playa Langosta Estero de Tamarindo Las Baulas National Park - Day 12
Tamarindo to San Jose
After breakfast you'll check out and head back to San Jose, checking in at your hotel when you arrive. The rest of the day is open for you to walk around the capital, pop into museums, or find a café that looks good.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- San Jose City Tour - Discover the highlights of Costa Rica's capital on a guided city tour. Visit the historic National Theatre, explore the Gold Museum and stroll through the Central Market. The tour passes several important landmarks and historic buildings offering insight into the city's cultural and architectural heritage. Includes a visit to an art gallery with opportunities to purchase locally made souvenirs.
Landmarks National Theatre Gold Museum Central Market - Day 13
San Jose
After eating breakfast, you'll make your way to the airport for your flight home, wrapping up your time in Costa Rica.
- Meals
- Breakfast
