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Costa Rica Nature Explorer 8D/7N

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Start and end in San Jose
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Nature & Wildlife
Explore untamed landscapes teeming with wildlife
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Guided in English
Ages 10+
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    San Jose

    San Jose
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll through lush parks
    • Explore city center
    • Visit National Theater
    • Visit local museums
    • Dine at nearby restaurant
    Landmarks
    National Theater
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  3. Day 2

    San Jose to Puerto Viejo

    San Jose to Puerto Viejo
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Dine at local eateries
    • Explore reggae bars
    • Experience nightlife
  4. Day 3

    Puerto Viejo

    Puerto Viejo
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Included with Cahuita National Park guided tour)

    Included Activities

    • Cahuita National Park guided tour with lunch
    • Visit Jaguar Rescue Center

    Optional Activities

    • Sunbathe and swim at Playa Chiquita
    • Sunbathe and swim at Punta Uva
    • Sunset stroll on beach
    • Snorkeling tour at coral reefs
    • Surfing
    Landmarks
    Cahuita National Park
    Jaguar Rescue Center
    Playa Chiquita
    Punta Uva
  5. Day 4

    Puerto Viejo

    Puerto Viejo
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Relax on the beach
    • Surfing
  6. Day 5

    Puerto Viejo to La Fortuna

    Puerto Viejo to La Fortuna
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Explore La Fortuna town markets
    • Visit local cafés and shops
    Landmarks
    Arenal Volcano
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  7. Day 6

    La Fortuna

    La Fortuna
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Arenal National Park trails
    • Visit La Fortuna waterfall and swim
    • Zipline through rainforest canopy
    • Bike the countryside
    • Canoe on clear waters
    • Soak in natural hot springs
    Landmarks
    Arenal National Park
    La Fortuna Waterfall
  8. Day 7

    La Fortuna to San Jose

    La Fortuna to San Jose
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Morning stroll with scenic views
    • Morning coffee
    • Dine at city center restaurant
    • Enjoy cocktails
  9. Day 8

    San Jose

    San Jose
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll through nearby gardens
    • Relax at hotel

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  • Insurance
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  • daniela5.0•February 2022
    Pura vida, really nice experience
    Traveled in February 2022
  • Marsha4.0•July 2017
    Transportation was on time and organized (even when our plane was late arriving to country). Hostels met our...
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    Traveled in July 2017
    Reply from: Bamba Travel
    Hi Marsha, Thanks for sending your comments through! Your feedback is very valuable to us, this is the way we can gladly improve our service. We appreciate you bringing this issue to our attention and we will work to ensure every travel will have a nice experience and time to explore more different areas. Until next time. The Bamba Team (Daniela Pérez)
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    Anne

    Asked on February 1st, 2017

    Where can I find more detailed information about this tour?

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    • Bamba TravelOperator•Written February 2017

      A trip note will be given, which contains essential information about your trip - the daily itinerary, where to meet on the first day, what time the trip starts, how to get to the joining point hotel, included activities, visa information, etc. Please contact us for this.

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    Jorge

    Asked on October 1st, 2016

    Is there an airport pickup for when I arrive? If so, what is the cost of the pickup?

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    • Bamba TravelOperator•Written October 2016

      On Day 2 you will take an early morning transfer to the town La Fortuna.We include shared shuttles in our price, the latest leaving at 8:30PM, After this time, we can offer private SHUTTLES so there will not be a chance of missing your pick up service.

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    Rob

    Asked on July 1st, 2016

    Do we get shared or private rooms at the hostel?

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    • Bamba TravelOperator•Written July 2016

      All accommodations are subject to change until 4-6 weeks before the departure date. After the booking is made you will be issued your final trip documents with your specific accommodation details 4-6 weeks before departure. Under the "What’s Included" tab on each tour page, you can find general info about the accommodations used on the tour before you book.

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    Shirley

    Asked on March 1st, 2016

    What is the maximum capacity of people on coach and mini bus?

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    • Bamba TravelOperator•Written March 2016

      The maximum capacity for the shuttle vans are 10-15 people.

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    Ronald

    Asked on March 1st, 2016

    Instead of being transferred to the airport at the end of the tour i would like to be transferred to another hotel in San Jose. Is this possible?

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    • Bamba TravelOperator•Written March 2016

      Yes, this can be possible. We only need to know your hostel address before confirming this change.

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