Eternal Costa Rica
13 DAYS IN COSTA RICA
TRIP SUMMARY
Volcanoes, Jungle and the Golden Pacific
This journey will give you the opportunity to explore some of the most visited areas of the country. You will arrive in the Central Valley to visit Poás Volcano National Park and tour the Doka coffee plantation. A visit to La Paz Waterfall Gardens will provide an excellent introduction to Costa Rica’s flora and fauna, before continuing to the lush canals of Tortuguero National Park.
Located in the heart of the country, you will visit the town of La Fortuna and the impressive Arenal Volcano. Accompanied by a bilingual guide, you will walk through the rainforest along the Hanging Bridges. The next destination is Monteverde, to visit the renowned Cloud Forest Reserve, before heading north for a relaxing beach stay in Tamarindo, a lively coastal town.
ITINERARY SUMMARY
HELLO SAN JOSÉ!
You will arrive and enjoy a private transfer of approximately 30 minutes to your accommodation in San José, where you can rest and prepare for your immersion into Costa Rican nature. Take the afternoon to explore its vibrant historic streets or enjoy the rich local cuisine.
Accommodation: Hotel in San José
COFFE, VOLCANO AND WATERFALLS
Start your day immersed in “Tico” culture with a tour of the historic Doka Coffee Estate, where the aroma of freshly roasted coffee fills the air. Then ascend to the vast crater of Poás Volcano, with its impressive fumaroles, and end the day exploring the magical trails of La Paz Waterfall Gardens, a lush oasis of spectacular waterfalls surrounded by hummingbirds, butterflies, and tropical vegetation.
Accommodation: Hotel in La Pavona. Includes: Breakfast and lunch
JOURNEY TO THE JUNGLE CARIBBEAN
Travel to the Caribbean coast combining land transport with an exciting boat ride. Enter the lush canals of Tortuguero, a remote and magical place with no roads. As you navigate the river, the dense jungle surrounds you, welcoming you to the wildest corner of the country, perfect to disconnect completely and breathe pure air.
Accommodation: Hotel in Tortuguero. Includes: Full board
EXPLORING TORTUGUERO
Experience an unforgettable sunrise jungle tour navigating the quiet canals of Tortuguero National Park. Known as the “Amazon of Costa Rica,” this vast wetland is home to caimans, basilisks running on water, spider monkeys, and, if you're lucky, a sleepy sloth hidden in the canopy.
Accommodation: Hotel in Tortuguero. Includes: Full board
IN SEARCH OF THE VOLCANO
Leave the Caribbean jungle behind by boat and continue to the northern plains. Arrive in La Fortuna, home to the majestic Arenal Volcano. The landscape shifts dramatically from canals to farmland and green hills dominated by the volcanic cone.
Accommodation: Hotel in La Fortuna. Includes: Breakfast and lunch
HANGING BRIDGES AND ARENAL VIEWS
Walk through Arenal Volcano National Park along trails bordering the lake and ancient lava flows. Later, explore the impressive Mistico Hanging Bridges, walking above the rainforest canopy with a unique perspective of the jungle and exotic birds.
Accommodation: Hotel in El Arenal. Includes: Breakfast
CROSSING TO THE MOUNTAINS
Enjoy a scenic boat crossing over Lake Arenal before ascending into the misty cloud forests of Monteverde. The landscape transitions from volcanic lowlands to cool, elevated rainforest.
Accommodation: Hotel in Monteverde. Includes: Breakfast
MAGIC IN THE CLOUD FOREST
Explore Monteverde Reserve, a fairytale-like ecosystem filled with moss-covered trails, giant ferns, and wild orchids. Keep an eye out for the resplendent quetzal, one of the world’s most iconic birds.
Accommodation: Hotel in Monteverde. Includes: Breakfast
TOWARD THE GOLDEN PACIFIC COAST
Descend from the mountains into the dry tropical forests of Guanacaste and arrive in Tamarindo. Feel the warm ocean breeze as you reach the Pacific coast paradise.
Accommodation: Hotel in Tamarindo. Includes: Breakfast
PURA VIDA IN TAMARINDO
Two free days to enjoy the beach at your own pace. Relax on golden sands, take surf lessons, or go on a sunset boat trip. In the evenings, the town offers great food and a relaxed coastal atmosphere.
Accommodation: Hotel in Tamarindo. Includes: Breakfast
RETURN TO CAPITAL
Return to San José via shared transport crossing Costa Rica’s diverse landscapes. Enjoy your final evening shopping for souvenirs, tasting “gallo pinto,” and celebrating your journey.
Accommodation: Hotel in San José. Includes: Breakfast
HOMEWARD BOUND
Enjoy your final moments in Costa Rica before a private transfer (approx. 30 minutes) takes you to Juan Santamaría International Airport, marking the end of an unforgettable journey.
Includes: Breakfast
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Auténtico San José
Auténtico San José
Arenal Spring Resort La Fortuna
Hotel Capitán Suizo Tamarindo
INCLUDED
- International flights
- Private arrival and departure transfer with assistance
- All meals included in Tortuguero
- Shared transfers between destinations
- 2 nights in San José
- 1 night in La Pavona
- 2 nights in Tortuguero
- 2 nights in Arenal
- 2 nights in Monteverde
- 3 nights in Tamarindo
- Excursion: “Regular tour to Doka Coffee Estate, Poás Volcano and La Paz Waterfall Gardens”
- Excursion: “Boat tour through the canals of Tortuguero National Park”
- Excursion: “Regular tour to Arenal Volcano National Park via Lake + Místico Hanging Bridges”
- Excursion: “Shared visit to Monteverde Reserve”
NOT INCLUDED
- Departure tax ($29 per person)
- Personal expenses
- Tips
- Travel and cancellation insurance
- Anything not listed in the “included” section
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
International flights
For your trip to Costa Rica, the main arrival and departure airport will be Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) in San José. If at the end of your route you decide to stay on the coast and not return to the capital, you also have the option of flying back from Guanacaste Airport (LIR) in Liberia, which is much closer to the Tamarindo area.
Visa
If you are traveling from Spain, you do not need to obtain a visa for tourism purposes. You only need a valid passport, with at least six months of validity from your date of entry, and proof of an onward or return ticket.
Vaccinations
Currently, there are no mandatory vaccines to enter Costa Rica, unless you have been in a yellow fever-endemic country within the 6 months prior to entry (Costa Rica itself is not one). However, it is recommended to visit a tropical medicine center for personalized medical advice.
Terms and conditions
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