If my husband and I want to add two more days in Manuel Antonio, how do we return to San Jose? How much walking is required each day? We are 76, and can walk about a mile each day. What type of transportation is used driving to all destinations? We are thinking April/May 2024. Are these good months for just a little rain, as we will be taking a lot of photos? Is there enough free time each day to spend on photos, setting up a tripod, etc.? Is there a discount if we did a Trafalgar tour 6 years ago?

When it comes to the Activity Level of this trip, it will be a Balanced Type, on which relaxed at start and some evening activities. Terrains will be some uneven surfaces such as cobblestones, hills and stairs. And mobility in which our guest should be able to get on and off the coach without any assistance. The type of transportation throughout the whole trip will be Motor Coach. Upon checking on the usual weather condition on Costa Rica on the month of April, usually will be hot and sunny. One of the inclusions you will expect on this trip that it will be having an Optional Experience trip and free time on which you can have you time to discover and enjoy this wonderful tour and times to have photos while on the trip.

Is there a single supplement available on this tour?

The single supplement is not available. Trafalgar is only offerring the twin share option for two travellers.

Monkeys, Jungles and Volcanoes (8 Days, San Jose Complimentary Arrival Transfer)

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Start and end in San Jose

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I loved the itinerary, especially the wildlife watching opportunities. I would definitely recommend this itinerary to friends and family!
Margaret, traveled in April
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Operator: Trafalgar
Explorer: Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
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Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 20 - 50
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival in Costa Rica
Accommodation
Hotel (Sheraton San Jose)
Day 2
Braulio Carrillo National Park to Tortuguero
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Buffet at the resort's open-air restaurant)
Accommodation
Hotel (Laguna Lodge)
Included Activities
- River journey through protected wetlands to Tortuguero with Local Specialist
- Explore Laguna Lodge and learn about eco-friendly lodge construction
Landmarks
Braulio Carrillo National Park
Tortuguero
Day 3
Tortuguero National Park
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Dinner while entertained by young musicians of Tortuguero Music School)
Accommodation
Hotel (Laguna Lodge)
Included Activities
- Family Fun cruise through Tortuguero National Park canals with Local Specialist
- Wildlife spotting in Tortuguero National Park
- Dinner with entertainment from Tortuguero Music School (MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience)
Optional Activities
- Optional afternoon canal cruise
Landmarks
Tortuguero National Park
Day 4
Tortuguero to Horquetas
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Refreshing passion fruit sorbet at a local restaurant), Dinner (Pizza party in an open-air kitchen)
Accommodation
Hotel (Arenal Paraiso Resort and Spa)
Included Activities
- Visit local Tico family's palm plantation and learn about heart of palm cultivation
- Taste heart of palm
- Pizza party in open-air kitchen with opportunity to make your own pizza
Landmarks
Horquetas
Day 5
Arenal National Park and Arenal Volcano
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at family ranch), Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Arenal Paraiso Resort and Spa)
Included Activities
- Guided trek around Arenal Volcano at Arenal National Park
- Walk the Arenal Hanging Bridges
- Be My Guest experience with Rodrigo, Ana Julia and family - volcano eruption stories and botanical garden
- Lunch at family ranch
- Access to thermal springs or hotel pool
Landmarks
Arenal National Park
Arenal Volcano
Arenal Hanging Bridges
Day 6
Arenal to Manuel Antonio
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Parador Nature Resort and Spa)
Included Activities
- Ziplining through treetops above jungle canopy
Landmarks
Manuel Antonio
Day 7
Manuel Antonio National Park
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Farewell Dinner at hotel)
Accommodation
Hotel (Parador Nature Resort and Spa)
Included Activities
- Guided walk through Manuel Antonio National Park with Travel Director
- Beach time at Manuel Antonio
- Farewell Dinner at hotel
Optional Activities
- Beach Kayak tour
- Boat tour
Landmarks
Manuel Antonio National Park
Day 8
Return to San Jose
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Extend stay at Sheraton San Jose
Landmarks
Juan Santamaria International Airport

Landmarks
Braulio Carrillo National Park
Tortuguero

Landmarks
Tortuguero National Park

Landmarks
Horquetas

Landmarks
Arenal National Park
Arenal Volcano
Arenal Hanging Bridges

Landmarks
Manuel Antonio

Landmarks
Manuel Antonio National Park

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Juan Santamaria International Airport

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Sheraton San Jose
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day 1
Laguna Lodge
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Days 2, 3
Arenal Paraiso Resort and Spa
Hotel
Days 4, 5
Parador Nature Resort and Spa
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5.0

Overall rating based on 2 Reviews

Itinerary
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5.0
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
5.0
Food
5.0
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4.5

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Margaret
April 13th, 2024
5.0
I believe that the guide makes the experience, and our guide, German Rojas, was SUPERB!!!! From his leadership,...
I believe that the guide makes the experience, and our guide, German Rojas, was SUPERB!!!! From his leadership, knowledge, crowd-handling abilities to his grace and humor, he is an all-around 5-star guide! Don't lose him! I loved the itinerary, especially the wildlife watching opportunities. I personally would like maybe a little less time at Arenal volcano, with more time at either Tortuguero or Manuel Antonio, but I would definitely recommend this itinerary to friends and family!Show more
Traveled in March 2024
Reply from: Trafalgar
We appreciate your feedback and are pleased you had an exceptional experience during your tour with us. It is a matter of great pride for us to have team members who are an asset to our company and are committed to providing the best possible service to our guests. We thank you for choosing Trafalgar for your travel needs and appreciate your recommendations for our services. We hope to serve you again.
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Henia
August 18th, 2017
5.0
The trip was amazing. Our guide was outstanding; very intelligent, knowledgeable, funny, loves to sing and friendly;...
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