• Full-day excursion to Corcovado National Park
• Picnic lunch and guide.
• Overnight at Aguila de Osa, standard room (breakfast, lunch and dinner included)

• Full-day excursion to Caño Island
• Picnic lunch, snorkeling gear and guide.
• Overnight at Aguila de Osa, standard room (breakfast, lunch and dinner included)

• After breakfast, transfer to Drake Bay or Sierpe dock, where you will be transferred to the local airport for the return flight to San Jose.

• Full-day excursion to Caño Island or Corcovado National Park
• Picnic lunch, snorkeling gear and guide.
• Overnight at Aguila de Osa, standard room (breakfast, lunch and dinner included)

• After breakfast, transfer to Drake Bay or Sierpe dock, where you will be transferred to the local airport for the return flight to San Jose.

At approximately 6:00 a.m., departure from the Hotel to Tortuguero National Park. After crossing the Braulio Carrillo National Park, we will arrive at El Ceibo Restaurant, located in the town of Guápiles, where an excellent breakfast awaits for you. After breakfast we continue our way to either the dock at La Pavona or Caño Blanco to take the boat to Tortuguero. After check-in at the lodge, lunch will be served. Afternoon tours to the Museum and Village of Tortuguero. Dinner and overnight at Pachira Lodge.

After breakfast guided morning tour around the Lodge’s trails. Rest of the morning free to enjoy the Lodge’s facilities or take any of the optional tours offered around the area. After lunch departure on boat for your tour to the Tortuguero National Park, explore the canals and enjoy the nature that surrounds them. Dinner and lunch in the hotel. Lodging at Pachira Lodge.

After breakfast, get ready to leave Tortuguero. The boat will lead you to the bus, that will take you in a private transfer to the Caribbean Coast, to the area of Puerto Viejo of Limón. Overnight accommodation at Cariblue Beach & Jungle Resort.

Breakfast included at the hotel. Free day to enjoy the nearby beaches and all the fun activities that Puerto Viejo offers. Overnight accommodation at Cariblue Beach & Jungle Resort.

After breakfast get ready to leave the coast, our next destination the Arenal Volcano area…In our way to Arenal, we will make a stop for an adrenaline dose with the Pacuare River White-Water Rafting Tour. After a light lunch and rest, we will continue our road trip to Arenal. Overnight accommodation at Arenal Paraíso Hotel.

Located in La Fortuna de San Carlos is the majestic Arenal Volcano active since 1968. Cloud forests, a world-famous lake for windsurfing and an incredibly diverse population of wildlife are part of what you will find in this amazing area of Costa Rica.

Breakfast included at the hotel. Morning tour to the Sky Tram & Sky Trek.
Sky Tram & Sky Trek Tour: Experience the most spectacular views of the Arenal Volcano & Lake from the Sky Tram or the Sky Trek. Sky Tram is a 15 minute aerial tram tour through the rain forest to the “Miguel Angel” observatory, where you will have spectacular views of the Arenal Volcano & Lake, and the Tilarán mountain range.
Sky Trek is a 3280 feet long zip line system that gives you the opportunity to enjoy the rain forest and its beautiful views in a fun, easy and safe ride.
In the afternoon we get ready to visit the hot springs. Overnight accommodation at Arenal Paraiso Hotel.

After breakfast, private ground transfer to the Central Pacific Coast of the country.
Overnight at Parador Hotel in a Garden Room.

Breakfast included in Parador Hotel. Entrance fees to Manuel Antonio National Park are included.
The Manuel Antonio National Park is the most visited place by tourists in Costa Rica. Choose either a leisurely stroll or an intense hike with a highly qualified naturalist guide. Admire the tropical rain forest full of biodiversity, a National park and national treasure for the last 34 years.
Overnight at Parador Hotel in Garden Room

Breakfast included in the hotel. Private transfer further south towards Playa Dominical. Approximate travel time will be 2 hours. Lodging and overnight at the cozy Cuna del Ángel Hotel in Standard Room.

Breakfast in Cuna del Ángel Hotel. Departure to the Corcovado National Park tour. This National Park holds about 70% of the Costa Rican flora and fauna. After the tour in the park you will enjoy an excellent lunch and will be back at your hotel when the afternoon falls.
Overnight at the Cuna del Ángel Hotel.

Breakfast in the hotel. Private ground transfer back to San José. We will be arriving early afternoon. Rest of the day free. Overnight at Wyndham Garden Escazú Hotel.

Breakfast include at the hotel. A representative of Costa Rica Top Tours will provide the transfer from the Hotel to Juan Santamaría International Airport.

We will meet you at the hotel’s lobby for a transfer to the Airport for the domestic flight to Tortuguero. Check in at the lodge and enjoy breakfast. Morning at leisure to enjoy any of the optional activities that Tortuguero offers.

Afternoon tour to the town of Tortuguero. Lunch and dinner included at the lodge.  Tortuguero is one of the most popular ecological destinations. It is the most important nesting site, in the western Caribbean, for the great green sea turtle, which can be observed between the months of July and October. A network of scenic canals, considered one of the most exotic areas of the country, rich in flora and fauna.

Accommodation at Pachira Lodge.

After breakfast guided morning tour around the Lodge’s trails. Rest of the morning free to enjoy the Lodge’s facility or take any of the tours offered around de area. Afternoon visit to the canals and the National Park of Tortuguero.

Full board and accommodation at the Pachira Lodge.

After breakfast, departure to the local Tortuguero airstrip for your flight back to San José, connecting with the domestic flight to Quepos, in the Central Pacific. Upon arrival ground transfer to the area of Manuel Antonio. Afternoon free to enjoy the hotel facilities or take any of the many tours offered around the area.

Accommodation at the Parador Hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel. Morning tour to the Manuel Antonio National Park.
Take a leisurely stroll or an intense hike, with a highly trained naturalist guide, through our exotic bio-diverse tropical rain forest, Manuel Antonio National Park, preserved in the last 34 year as national treasure.
The pace of this adventure is determined by your abilities and interests, and the abundance of wildlife you want to stop and observe, all in its natural and breathtaking habitat. Watch sloths and numerous species of monkeys, travel through the tree canopy, hunt for nocturnal silky ant eaters and several types of non-poisonous snakes resting in the tropical rain forest. Listen to the songs of the various birds as they glide above, curiously looking for adventure. And if you are lucky, you might spot one of the only 1,000 remaining endangered titi or squirrel monkey. See how many different kinds of flora and fauna you can spot just in the span of a 2 ½ hour nature walk or hike.

Free afternoon. Accommodation at the Parador Hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel. Catamaran Tour along the Central Pacific coast.
The Catamaran cruise can be taken either morning or afternoon. The morning tour includes a snorkeling adventure at one of the beautiful snorkeling locations along the coast in one of the local beaches. The afternoon tour is a truly amazing trip for nature lovers who will enjoy not only the experience itself, but the breathtaking sunset of the Pacific Ocean. Humpback whales (June until December) as well as other beautiful marine life can be witnessed on this catamaran tour. On board you will enjoy an excellent variety of snacks and natural drinks, while navigating along the coast with the ocean breeze and the sun, helping you to enjoy this tropical paradise.

*** Not operated during the month of October due to weather conditions. ***

Afternoon free to enjoy your surroundings. Accommodation at the Parador Hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel. Ground transfer to the Quepos airstrip. Domestic flight to the area of Tamarindo.
Tamarindo is located on the Nicoya Peninsula on the Northern Pacific coast of Costa Rica in the Province of Guanacaste. Playa Tamarindo is a long beach, with excellent waves near the mouth of the estuary. There are many activities offered around the area, including watching turtles during their nesting season at night, diving, snorkeling, body surfing, zip-lining, estuary trips, horseback riding and fishing.

Upon arrival in Tamarindo, ground transfer to Tamarindo Beach. Accommodation at Wyndham Tamarindo or similar.

Breakfast at the hotel. Free day to enjoy the area. Accommodation at Wyndham Tamarindo Hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel. Free day to enjoy the area. Accommodation at Wyndham Tamarindo Hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel. Ground transfer to the Tamarindo airstrip. After a 50 minutes flight you will arrive back in San José. Ground transfer to your city hotel.

Accommodation at the Courtyard Marriott Hotel.

Breakfast included at the hotel. A representative of Costa Rica Top Tours will meet you at the hotel’s lobby for your transfer to Juan Santamaría International Airport.

San Jose- Arenal Volcano & Hot Spring.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Shuttle transfer from San José to La Fortuna de Arenal. Arrival at the Hotel.In the afternoon visit the trails of the Arenal Volcano National Park and then visit the hot springs of The Springs Resort. It will be an extraordinary relaxing experience in the multiple therapeutic pools of thermal mineral waters that flow through the exotic tropical gardens and forests of the thermal complex.The thermal waters combine the four elements of nature, the heat of the volcano, the waters that flow from the hot springs, the pure air of the jungle, and the fertile land of the region of La Fortuna de San Carlos. At the end, they will be escorted to the hotel. Lodging Hotel Arenal Volcano Inn

Arenal

Breakfast at the hotel. Available day to carry out the field trips the area offers.
Arenal Volcano Inn Hotel accommodation

San Jose – Tortuguero

Meeting in the hotel at 6:00 am. Departure from San José to Tortuguero National Park.

Tortuguero is one of the most popular ecological destinies. It’s the most important site for turtle spawning in the west Caribbean coast, as for the great green sea turtle, you can observe it in the months of July and October. Also, it has a wonderful and scenic of navigable channels red, considered one of the richest zones in terms of flora and fauna of the country.

Lunch served on arrival, visit to the town of Tortuguero in the afternoon.

Dinner. Pachira Lodge Accommodation or similar category.

Tortuguero National Park

Morning hike through Pachira Group’s property trails, In the afternoon the Tortuguero National Park’s channels will be visited.
En la mañana caminata a través de los senderos de la propiedad del Grupo Pachira. En la tarde se visitaran los canales del P. N. Tortuguero. Full board and Pachira

Lodge Accommodation or similar category

Tortuguero – Puerto Viejo de Limon

After Breakfast, departure to the landing dock and continuation with the transfer in a Shuttle bus to Punta Cocles in the Caribbean Sea. Azania Bungalow Hotel room accommodation or similar category.

Puerto Viejo

Breakfast at the hotel. Available day to carry out the field trips the zone has to offer or enjoy the white sand caribbean beaches. Azania Bungalow Hotel room accommodation or similar category.

Puerto Viejo

Breakfast at the hotel. Available day to carry out the field trips the zone has to offer or enjoy the white sand Caribbean beaches. Azania Bungalow Hotel room accommodation or similar category.

Puerto Viejo – San Jose

Breakfast at the hotel and free morning. At 1:00pm transfer in a Shuttle bus to San José. Park Inn Hotel Accommodation

San Jose – International Airport

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Juan Santamaría International airport on time for the return flight to your final destiny.

After breakfast at the Hotel. Departure towards the South Caribbean coast of Costa Rica. You will go through one of the country’s vastest and more exuberant National Parks, the “Braulio Carrillo”. Along the road you will be able to admire pineapple and banana plantations and will border the city of Limón, on your way to the Southern part of the east coast. After 4 ½ hours on the road you will arrive to the exotic Puerto Viejo de Limón. The palm trees, the golden beaches and the “Caribbean” rhythm, will involve you and will stay with you all the time in this special and magical place. Five minutes from Puerto Viejo you will arrive to Punta Cocles, where your hotel is located.

Lodging at Hotel Azania Bungalows.

Duration: 4 hours and 30 minutes
Km: 230 km

Breakfast at the Hotel. Free day to choose from the multiple excursions and/or  visit different locations around the area. We recommend Cahuita National Park, a visit to the Kekoldi Indigenous Reserve or simply discover the exotic beaches at  Punta Cocles, Punta Uva or Manzanillo.

Lodging at Hotel Azania Bungalows.

Breakfast at the Hotel.

Free day to choose from the multiple excursions and/or  visit different locations around the area. We recommend Cahuita National Park, a visit to the Kekoldi Indigenous Reserve or simply discover the exotic beaches at  Punta Cocles, Punta Uva or Manzanillo.

Lodging at Hotel Azania Bungalows.

Breakfast at the Hotel.
This day will be dedicated for the transfer from Puerto Viejo de Limón to ”La Fortuna”, location of the majestic and active Arenal Volcano. The length of this transfer will be approximately 5 hours, so we recommend leaving in the morning so you can take your time to enjoy and drive peacefully without rushing.

Arrival and Lodging at Arenal Volcano Inn.

Duration: 5 hours
Km: 301 km

Breakfast at the Hotel.

There are countless of options to fill the day, all extremely interesting  so you can enjoy and maximize your day in the Arenal area. Absolutely not to miss the ”Hot Springs”, the Hanging Bridges or the wonderful experience at the Sky Adventures Theme Park, where you can experience the Canopy Tour. All this can be done in a full day filled with excitement and adventure.

Lodging at Hotel Arenal Volcano Inn.

Breakfast at the Hotel.

On this opportunity we move to the Pacific Coast, the other coast of the country. Guanacaste and exactly to Tamarindo Beach. This beach is distinguished by its long waves. It is not surprising that it is the place where surfers from all over the world come to enjoy the great waves: Attention there are all types and sizes for both professionals and beginners to enjoy this exciting discipline. You will have time to visit other beautiful and completely different beaches nearby. From the very white ”Playa Conchal” known for its beach made of shells, to Playa Flamingo with its fine sand, to those of more volcanic nature like Playa Grande where a ”Miracle of Nature”, is repeated every year with the arrival of thousands of sea turtles. Nesting period is from November to February. Additional by bike or by boat you will enjoy the wonderful sunsets in the Pacific Ocean. The Hotel where you will be staying will be Hotel Esplendor. The great view of the ocean from this modern and charming hotel will amaze you.

Duration: 3 hours and 30 minutes
Km: 199 km

Today choose from one of the following full day tours:

• Póas Volcano & La Paz Waterfalls (Lunch included)
  On our way to the volcano we will pas through coffee plantations, fern and flower farms and strawberry plantations. On the top of the volcano we will spend enough time to observe the main crater and its sulfuric fumaroles. As we continue towards the Caribbean area, we will stop to discover La Paz Waterfall Gardens, a Nature Park where we will walk on the truly spectacular trails that will lead us to Magia Blanca Falls. At the Park you will also witness the largest enclosed butterfly observatory in the country and an amazing hummingbird gallery. A buffet lunch will be ready for us after the tour.
• Irazu Volcano, Lankester Botanic Gardens & Orosi Valley (Lunch included)
• As you travel towards Cartago, you will see why Costa Rica is called “The Garden of the Americas”, as well travel through some of the country’s most colorful and visually impressive areas. You will ascend one of Costa Rica’s tallest volcanoes, towering 11,257 feet (3432 meters) above the historic city.  You will be able to go right to the rim of this natural wonder and take a close look inside the crater of this active volcano.  The next stop will be the city of Cartago; the country’s capital, while Costa Rica was under Spanish rule. In Cartago we will be paying a visit to the ruins of the old Cathedral, currently a scenic park with beautiful gardens. Next, we will take you to the Basilica de Nuestra Señora de Los Ángeles, Costa Rica’s patron saint. A delightful lunch follows and then we set our way on to the Orosí Valley and the Ruins of Ujarrás to see the country’s first colonial church founded in 1570.  The final stop will be at the stunning Lankester Botanical Gardens. Created by Charles Lankester in 1917, these gardens, now under the administration of the University of Costa Rica, have become one of the most valuable botanical research centers in Central America.  They cover 25 acres and houses over 800 species of native and hybrid orchids and a variety of other plants, including bromeliads, anthuriums and many types of ferns.  There are species in flower year-round, but the peak season for the large orchids is February to April.

• Full Day Pacuare River Rafting, Class III-IV (Breakfast & Lunch)
  This tropical river is a trip of pure magic, unsurpassed beauty, and wildlife and exhilarating rapids. Located on Costa Rica’s Atlantic slope, the Pacuare River borders the Talamanca Mountain range, home to native Cabecar Indians and an incredible variety of wildlife. An early morning departure from San José will bring you to the Operations Center for a delicious, typical Costa Rican breakfast. At the private put-in you’ll initiate your rafting experience as you raft 16 miles deep in the heart of densely vegetated gorges, past gushing waterfalls, serene pools and pounding rapids, in one of Costa Rica’s most impressive primary rain forests. After an adrenaline-packed afternoon running rapids like Upper and Lower Huacas, Cimarron, Dos Montañas and many more you’ll finish a short drive from the Operations Center for a hearty and delicious lunch, showers, optional drinks and visit to the souvenir store. On the return drive to San José, you’ll enjoy remarkable views of Braulio Carrillos National Park and Irazú Volcano. An unbeatable experience!

Overnight accommodations at one of the following hotels: Accommodations at Hotel Auténtico, Park Inn, Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu or similar

After breakfast, departure towards Tortuguero National Park.

Tortuguero is one of the most popular ecological destinations, a wonderful network of scenic canals, considered one of the most exotic and rich areas of flora and fauna of the country. It is the most important nesting site, in the western Caribbean, for the great green sea turtle. Nesting period is between the months of July and October.

Upon arrival, enjoy lunch at the Lodge’s Restaurant. Afternoon tour to the town of Tortuguero. Dinner at the Lodge. Lodging at Pachira or Mawamba Lodge.

After breakfast guided morning tour around the Lodge’s trails. Rest of the morning free to enjoy the Lodge’s facilities or take any of the optional tours offered around the area.

Afternoon visit to the canals and the National Park of Tortuguero.  Lunch and dinner included. Lodging at Pachira or Mawamba Lodge.

After breakfast, departure to the area of Arenal. Lunch on route. In La Fortuna de San Carlos is the majestic Arenal Volcano active since 1968, a Cloud forests, a world-famous lake for windsurfing and an incredibly diverse population of wildlife are part of what you will find in this amazing area of Costa Rica. Accommodations at Hotel Arenal Volcano Inn or similar category

Breakfast in the hotel. The Hanging Bridges Forest Reserve covers an area of 243 hectares (600 acres) of protected forest. This adventure is ideal for those who want to take in the characteristics and beauty of the tropical rainforest on foot. The 3.1 km (2 mi.) circuit trail will cross 15 impressive bridges, some suspended over the forest canopy and others, which are stationary. The bridges have different lengths and altitudes and were designed to offer different perspectives from which to observe the flora and fauna, as you pass through several levels of the forest. From the bridges, you will have views of the treetops making it easier to locate animals and birds. The topography of the terrain is relatively simple with some short slopes, suitable for all ages and ability levels. Some of the animals that we may observe in this type of forest are 3 different species of monkeys, multiple species of birds, snakes, peccaries, and frogs, among others.

At the end of the tour, we will enjoy a delicious snack of tropical fruit with a view of the Arenal Volcano, before taking our transportation back to La Fortuna.

In the afternoon enjoy the Arenal hike. This amazing hike will take you to the very base of the volcano (still at a safe distance), to witness the magnificence of the almost perfectly conical 5479 ft. tall Arenal Volcano. This giant is active since 1968, and even though it has been calmer lately it’s an outstanding adventure. Later, we will visit “The Springs Resort” Hot Springs, where you can bath in the natural pools and hot springs.  An extraordinary relaxing experience. Return to your hotel. Accommodation at Hotel Arenal Volcano Inn or similar category.

After breakfast collective transfer from La Fortuna to Monteverde. Arrival at the hotel and free afternoon to make the various optional excursions offered by the Monteverde area.

Accommodation at Hotel Monteverde Country Lodge or similar.

After breakfast excursion to the Monteverde Biological Reserve.This reserve was founded in 1972 by George and Harriet Powell, it is the best known of the two Cloud Forest reserves. In 1975, the initial 328 hectares of the reserve increased with the union of the Quaker community that occupied another 554 hectares. Today the reserve covers around 10,500 hectares and its elevation varies from 600 to 1800 meters above sea level on some isolated peaks.This reserve, under the administration of the Center for Tropical Studies, is known throughout the world for its biodiversity and is visited every year by many tourists and scientists.In high season, the entrance to the reserve is controlled by a maximum number of people who can enter at the same time. The trails are in excellent condition with handrails on the stairs and in some cases wooden log shoots to avoid walking on the mud.

Return to Hotel. Free afternoon and accommodation at Hotel Monteverde Country Lodge or similar.

After breakfast collective transfer from Monteverde to San Jose.                     Accommodation in one of the following hotels: Hotel Auténtico, Park Inn, Wyndham Garden Escazu.

After breakfast, a representative of Costa Rica Top Tours will meet you at the lobby of the hotel and transfer you to the Juan Santamaría International Airport in time to check-in for the flight back home.

Breakfast will be served at the restaurant. Shuttle transfer from Costa Rica Marriott Hotel to the Domestic Terminal at Juan Santamaría Airport for your local flight to Palmar Sur.

Flight time is about 45 minutes and upon arrival shuttle transfer to the dock for a one and a half hour ride down the Sierpe River. Winding your way through the largest mangrove wetlands system on the Pacific Coast of Central America, you will follow the coast until you arrive at Casa Corcovado. Refreshments will be served during the trip and lunch and a complimentary cocktail will be ready to welcome you to the Jungle.  During the afternoon hike along the trails.

Casa Corcovado Jungle Lodge, tucked away in the trees and cooled by the Pacific Ocean, is a 170-acre private reserve bordering Corcovado National Park. This unique lodge offers accommodations constructed with the highest concern for conservation in harmony with the landscape and the environment.

Dinner & Lodging at Aguila de Osa.

Breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast visit the Corcovado National Park.

Corcovado is the last remaining Pacific lowland rainforest of sustainable size in Central America and has been called “the most biologically intense place on earth” by no less an authority than the National Geographic Society. Here among Costa Rica’s largest trees, you will find Central America’s densest populations of tapir, jaguar and scarlet macaws.

Dinner & Lodging at Aguila de Osa.

Breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast visit the Isla del Caño National Park.

Snorkel in the clear warm waters and protected coral reefs off the shores of Caño Island. A 40-minute boat ride will take you to the ‘Coral Garden’. At certain times of the year, you may also see pilot or humpback whales, and dolphins along the way. The snorkeling site is located within a marine reserve and is a good place for spotting a wide variety of fish and marine mammals, including – if you are lucky – manta rays, turtles and small white-tipped sharks. Relax with a picnic lunch on the beach.

Dinner & Lodging at Aguila de Osa.

After breakfast boat rides back to the town of Sierpe and shuttle transfer to the local Airport to take the flight from Palmar Sur back to San José.

At your arrival at the domestic terminal, a representative of Costa Rica Top Tours will take you to La Fortuna with a private ground transfer. Afternoon at leisure. Dinner & lodging at Arenal Kioro Hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast start your adventure tour: Sky Tram & Sky Trek.  Experience the most spectacular views of the Arenal Volcano & Lake from the sky Tram or the sky Trek.

Sky Tram is a 15-minute aerial tram tour through the rain forest to the “Miguel Angel” observatory, where you will have spectacular views of the Arenal Volcano & Lake, and the Tilarán mountain range.

Sky Trek is a 3280 feet long zip line system that gives you the opportunity to enjoy the rain forest and its beautiful views in a fun, easy and safe ride.
In the afternoon visit to the  Hot Springs, where you can bathe in the natural pools .

Lodging at Arenal Kioro Hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel. Private ground transfer back to San José. Dinner & lodging at Xandari Hotel.

Breakfast included in the hotel.

In the afternoon private transfer to the International Airport and back to your country.

Possibility for an optional extension to any of the beaches in Guanacaste or the Caribbean region.

5:25 a.m. Departure for your optional tours
7:25 a.m. Breakfast at lodge
8:45 a.m. Departure for your hiking tour
11:00 a.m. Return to the lodge
1:00 a.m. Lunch at lodge
2:55 a.m. Departure for your Canals Tour
7:00 a.m. Dinner at lodge

07:30 a.m. Breakfast
08:30 a.m. Departure to San José
12:30 a.m. Lunch in Guapiles Area
01:30 a.m. Departure to San José or different destinations
03:30 a.m. Arrival to San José.

Breakfast
Mangrovs tour at Sierpe River
Lodging and dinner at Veragua River House