What To Expect

Day 1: A Social Gathering on the Sand & Horseback Riding
• Tamarindo

  Our tour to Costa Rica starts in Tamarindo. This beach village is a popular destination for couples and families looking for a good time. Tamarindo is the epitome of everything Costa Rica prides itself on. Let's head to the beach, where there is likely to be a gathering of some sort. On a side note, Tamarindo is also home to leatherback turtles. The day ends with horseback riding at the nearby beaches of Conchal and Brasilito.

  Duration: 2 hours

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

• Tamarindo

  Although virtually all activities on this multi-day tour are shared with other travelers, we can make the trip almost completely private, per your request.

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

Day 2: Sunset Catamaran Cruise with an Open Bar & Appetizers & Going Snorkeling
• Playa Flamingo

  Today we do a cruise into the bay. We are provided with snorkeling gear, lunch and access to an open bar. Enjoy the sunset while “sipping on some bubbly.”

  Duration: 1 hour

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

Day 3: Ready to Fly Like a Bird?
• Monteverde

  We relocate from Tamarindo near to the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve. There we go on a zip-lining tour. This reserve draws roughly 70,000 visitors a year. It consists of over 10,500 hectares of cloud forest and 6 ecological zones, 90 percent of which are virgin forest. A high biodiversity-consisting of over 2,500 plant species, 100 species of mammals, 400 bird species, 120 reptilian and amphibian species and thousands of insects-has drawn scientists and tourists alike. Note that children under 6 years old are not allowed to go ziplining.

  Duration: 2 hours

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

Day 4: Rappelling, Climbing & Hiking & Bathing in Natural Hot Springs
• Venado Caves

  We relocate from Monteverde to the town of La Fortuna. Shortly thereafter, we are taken on an adrenaline-pumping adventure to the Lost Canyon. There we climb and hike and otherwise go waterfall rappelling. Lunch is included on today’s tour. After the Lost Canyon, we are taken to one of the many natural hot springs in La Fortuna. More specifically, usually we are taken to a resort called Ecotermales Fortuna. There we bathe as well as eat. A buffet-style dinner is included this evening. Note that children under 6 years old are not allowed to go rappelling.

  Duration: 2 hours

  Admission Included: YES

Day 5: Walking Over Hanging Bridges & Swimming Under a Waterfall
• Arenal Hanging Bridges

  Today we are taken on a tour to the nearby surroundings. First is Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park, which features cool-looking bridges hanging in the tropical rain forest. Next is La Fortuna Waterfall, where we can go swimming. Following the waterfall is lunch, which is included on today’s tour. Lastly for today is Arenal Volcano National Park. It offers a nice hike amid tropical scenery. The volcano measures at least 1,633 meters (5,358 feet) high and is estimated to be less than 7,500 years old.

  Duration: 1 hour

  Admission Included: YES

Day 6: A Green & Calm River, a Thermal Pool & Geysers
• Tenorio Volcano National Park

  We go on a daytrip today. We are taken to Tenorio Volcano National Park. The jewel of this national park is its volcano, from which it receives its name. Tenorio Volcano consists of 4 volcanic peaks and 2 craters. Thermal springs and small geysers dot the area, as do green rivers (Celeste River), waterfalls and lagoons. The upper area of the park is dominated by primary cloud forest, while the lower regions are carpeted with rain forest. The summit can be reached via the Lago Las Dantas Trail, which winds up the volcano and passes through forested terrain before eventually reaching the peak. From the park’s entrance, it takes about an hour to hike up to the peak/main viewpoint. Lunch is included on today’s tour.

  Duration: 2 hours

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

Day 7: The Country's Most Famous Beach & Creepers in the Night
• La Fortuna

  We relocate from La Fortuna to Manuel Antonio. We see why this town is so popular with tourists. Its national park receives almost 150,000 visitors annually. Manuel Antonio is Costa Rica at its most tropical. Let's head to the beach. In the evening, we go on a tour inside a park to see night creatures. Dinner is included on tonight’s tour.

  Duration: 2 hours

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

Day 8: White Sand & Taking a Surf Class
• Manuel Antonio

  The day starts with a guided tour inside Manuel Antonio National Park. This park has impressive landscapes and several coves. Extra time is given so we can go swimming. The second half of the day is spent taking a surfing class.

  Duration: 3 hours

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

Day 9: Discovering Wildlife Inside an Animal Kingdom
• Manuel Antonio National Park

  Before relocating to the capital of Costa Rica, San Jose, we have time to relax and enjoy the many white-sand beaches and lush foliage amidst great mountains and forests.

  Duration: 2 hours

  Admission Included: YES

Day 10: The Most Stunning Volcano in Costa Rica & a Coffee Plantation Visit
• Poas Volcano National Park

  We go on a daytrip today. We are first taken to Doka Estate. There we are provided with breakfast followed by a guided tour of a coffee plantation. Next, we visit Poás Volcano National Park. There we are provided with a guided tour. Please note that Poás Volcano National Park is often closed due to eruptions. If this is the case during your visit, then this park would need to be removed from today’s itinerary. Lastly, we visit La Paz Waterfall. There we are provided with lunch as well as a guided tour.

  Duration: 1 hour

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

Day 11: Our Tour Ends This Morning