Costa Rica Beach Holiday

This morning you will walk along the lodge’s private trails with a naturalist guide, and then have free time to enjoy the facilities before lunch. In the afternoon, you will go on a boat tour through the canals of the Tortuguero National Park. Called Costa Rica’s “little Amazon”, Tortuguero National Park is one of the country’s wilderness areas with the greatest biological biodiversity. The canals are surrounded by lush tropical forest filled with abundant wildlife, and the beaches are famous for being the habitat of seven species of sea turtles. We highly recommend the nocturnal turtle nesting excursion (extra cost applies). Dinner is included at the lodge.

Accommodation at the hotel of your choice.

Mid-morning you will depart by boat back to the main dock and then travel by ground transportation to Guápiles, where you will have lunch. Afterward, you will receive your 4×4 rental car, or continue by private transfer to the southern Caribbean coastal town of Puerto Viejo de Limón. The Caribbean region is characterized by its rich cultural mix of Afro- descendant and indigenous peoples. Together with a host of residents from many other countries, they form a unique cultural community in Costa Rica.

Accommodation at the hotel of your choice.

Today you are free to enjoy the area’s beautiful beaches that are fringed with lush tropical vegetation and feature multicolored sand (from black to yellow and gray), clear warm ocean, and spectacular coral reefs. There are a variety of adventure activities, cultural tours, and gastronomic delights to enjoy, in addition to lively Caribbean music.

Accommodation at the hotel of your choice.

Today you will transfer to the Arenal Volcano in the Northern Plains region. Majestic in its grand stature, the volcano is one of the country’s natural wonders. Along your journey to the town of La Fortuna, at the base of the volcano, you will see agricultural plantations, large ornamental plant nurseries, and cattle farms.

Accommodation at the hotel of your choice.

This morning, you will hike trails in the Arenal Volcano National Park. You will see how the forest vegetation and terrain have been affected by volcanic activity, including old lava flows. Afterward, you will visit the Río Fortuna Waterfall, located in a biological reserve of transitional humid tropical forest that is part of the Arenal Volcano National Park. The path to the waterfall’s base winds down 530 steps, and there are several areas along the way where you can stop and rest. At the bottom, you can take a refreshing swim in the crystal clear waters of the Fortuna River. Lunch will follow the tour.

Accommodation at the hotel of your choice.

Today you will travel to the warm coast of the Central Pacific. If your choice is Manuel Antonio, you will enjoy being next to one of Costa Rica’s favorite national parks. Manuel Antonio is one of the smallest parks yet is the most visited for its beautiful beaches between coastal foothills, lush forest, and abundant wildlife.

Accommodation at the hotel of your choice.

Today you are free to enjoy the beach, the sun and sea, and the opportunity to spot different species of animals in their natural habitat. One recommendation is to walk the trails in the Manuel Antonio National Park, often called a natural jewel for its picturesque beauty and abundant diversity of wildlife. There are several trails for walking with many viewpoints, and there is a high probability of seeing animals in their natural habitat. At various points, the trails branch off and lead to four separate beaches: Espadilla Sur, Manuel Antonio, Escondida, and Playita, where you can swim in crystal clear, warm water.

Accommodation at the hotel of your choice.

Today you are free to enjoy the beach, the sun and sea, and the opportunity to spot different species of animals in their natural habitat. One recommendation is to walk the trails in the Manuel Antonio National Park, often called a natural jewel for its picturesque beauty and abundant diversity of wildlife. There are several trails for walking with many viewpoints, and there is a high probability of seeing animals in their natural habitat. At various points, the trails branch off and lead to four separate beaches: Espadilla Sur, Manuel Antonio, Escondida, and Playita, where you can swim in crystal clear, warm water.

Accommodation at the hotel of your choice.

Breakfast in the hotel.

Today you depart to the Juan Santamaría International Airport in San Jose. If you have a rental car, you will need to return it to the agency before your flight. If you are traveling by shared transfer, and your flight leaves before 16:00, you will require a private transfer for an additional amount.

Happy return trip! We hope to have you visit us again

Included

• Airport transfers
• Ground transfers between destinations or car rental from Day 4, for 7 days with basic insurance included
• 10 nights’ accommodation with breakfast included
• Full board during your stay in Tortuguero
• Round-trip boat transfer to Tortuguero
• Regular excursion: Walk to the town of Tortuguero
• Regular excursion: Hike the private trails of the lodge in Tortuguero
• Regular excursion: Explore the Tortuguero Canals by boat
• Entrance to Tortuguero National Park
• Regular excursion: Hike in Arenal Volcano National Park
• Regular excursion: Hike to Rio Fortuna Waterfall with lunch included
• Value added tax
• Infants from 0 to 2 years do not pay
• Children’s rate applies for ages 3 to 11 years. Maximum 2 children sharing a room with their parents

Not included

• Activities not indicated in the program
• Meals not indicated in the program
• Tips for bellhops
• Tips for housekeeping
• Full protection insurance for the rental car
• Mandatory dinners during Christmas and New Year’s Eve

Requirement for the rental car

• The driver must have a valid driver’s license from their country of origin
• Foreign licenses are valid in Costa Rica for 90 days starting from the date of entry into the country
• Minimum age of the driver is 23 years
• The driver must present a valid passport
• The driver must present a credit card in their name (AMEX, VISA, MASTERCARD) that has an available balance of approximately $750.00 USD for the security deposit