Costa Rica, Glamping, Adventure & Beaches
10 Nights – 11 Days
DAY 1
SAN JOSE, COSTA RICA (20 MINUTE TRANSFER APPROX.) – 16.9 KM
Welcome to San Jose, Costa Rica!
Reception at the Juan Santamaria International Airport and transfer to your hotel in San Jose.
The capital city of San Jose, considered to be one of the most cosmopolitan cities in Latin America, is located in the middle of the Central Valley in the center of the country. The city features popular tourist attractions, such as historical buildings, museums, theaters, artisan markets, beautiful parks, shopping centers, and a varied gastronomic scene.
Overnight in the hotel.
DAY 2
SAN JOSE – MANZANILLO (5.5 HOURS APPROX. – 228 KM)
Breakfast in the hotel.
Delivery in the morning of your 4×4 rental car to your hotel, or pick-up by your private transfer. Today you will go to the South Caribbean region, crossing the immense Braulio Carrillo National Park, to the regional capital of Limon, and continuing south to the beach at Manzanillo. The Caribbean region features a rich cultural mix of Afro-descendant and indigenous peoples. You have the afternoon free to enjoy the area and the glamping facilities in front of the beach.
Overnight in the glamping hotel.
DAY 3
MANZANILLO
Breakfast in the hotel.
In the morning, visit a local rescue center for injured, sick, and orphaned animals where they are given 24-hour care until they can be rehabilitated and released back into the rainforest.
You have the afternoon free to discover the area’s beautiful beaches, fringed with lush tropical vegetation and clear warm ocean. There are a variety of adventure activities, cultural tours, and gastronomic delights to enjoy, in addition to lively Caribbean music.
Overnight in the glamping hotel.
DAY 4
MANZANILLO
Breakfast in the hotel.
Today you can enjoy the beautiful beaches with multicolored sand (black, yellow, and gray) and spectacular coral reefs. There is also plenty of rainforest to explore.
Be sure to interact with the locals and learn a little about their customs and traditions – an unforgettable experience!
Overnight in the glamping hotel.
DAY 5
MANZANILLO – POAS VOLCANO (6 HOURS APPROX. – 263 KM)
Breakfast in the hotel.
This morning you depart from the Caribbean to the mountains surrounding the Central Valley. Along the way, you will pass by agricultural plantations before ascending through the rainforest to your hotel on the slopes of the Poas Volcano.
Arrival: mid-afternoon.
Overnight in the hotel.
DAY 6
POAS VOLCANO – JESUSITA ISLAND (6 HOURS APPROX. – 307 KM)
Breakfast in the hotel.
Early in the morning, you will visit the Poas Volcano National Park. The volcano has one of the largest craters in the world and is located in the mountainous forests of the Central Volcanic Range, on the north side of the Central Valley. Afterward, you will go by private transfer or drive in your rental car to the Nicoya Gulf on the Pacific coast. Here, you will find some of the most isolated and beautiful beaches, like on Jesusita Island. You will leave your rental car in a secure parking area and go by private water taxi to the glamping hotel on the island.
Overnight in the glamping hotel.
DAY 7
JESUSITA ISLAND
Breakfast in the hotel.
During the day, enjoy the beach, sun, and sea. There are kayaks and stand-up paddleboards available, or take a walk around the island.
At dusk, you will leave for the bioluminescence tour, a spectacular show by Mother Nature. It will be a highlight of your trip!
Overnight in the hotel.
DAY 8
JESUSITA ISLAND – SANTA TERESA (1.5 HOURS APPROX. – 52.2 KM)
Breakfast in the hotel.
You have the morning free to enjoy the island. At noon, you will leave for the port of Paquera, where your transport (or rental car) awaits to take you to your last beach destination.
Santa Teresa is a small beach town in the southern part of the Nicoya Peninsula that has grown into a cosmopolitan village and international vacation destination. Its fame comes from its beautiful white sand beaches, lush tropical forest, warm Pacific Ocean, and world-class surfing and yoga.
Overnight in the hotel.
DAY 9
SANTA TERESA
Breakfast in the hotel.
Today’s adventure hike along forest trails will take you to the Nicoya Peninsula’s three most beautiful waterfalls. The prize is being able to cool off with a refreshing swim in the pools. Definitely bring your camera to capture memorable moments.
In the afternoon, there will be a yoga class at the hotel where you can stimulate your senses by connecting with the outdoors while practicing your asanas.
Santa Teresa is ideal for nature lovers. It also offers nightlife with world-class gourmet restaurants and beach parties featuring international DJs mixing electronic music.
Overnight in the hotel.
DAY 10
SANTA TERESA
Breakfast in the hotel.
Your day is free to enjoy the beach, ocean, and plenty of relaxation. If you prefer, you can do one of the many optional activities available in the area, including a canopy zip-line tour or horseback riding.
Overnight in the hotel.
DAY 11
SANTA TERESA – SAN JOSE (5 HOURS APPROX. – 170 KM) / RETURN HOME
Breakfast in the hotel.
Today you depart to the Juan Santamaria International Airport in San Jose. If you have a rental car, you will need to return it to the agency by the airport before your flight. Please note that you should be at the airport at least three hours before your flight departs.
Happy return trip! We hope to have you visit us again.
NOTES
Included | Not included
Included
- Airporttransfers
- Private ground transfers between destinations, or car rental from Day 2 for 10 days with basic insurance included
- 10 nights’ accommodation with breakfast included
- Visit to the Jaguar Rescue Center
- Entrance to the Poas Volcano National Park
- Bioluminiscence Tour on Jesusita Island
- Yoga class in Santa Teresa
- Hike to Waterfall
- Value addedtax
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