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This 9-night, 10-day trip invites you to discover the best of Costa Rica, combining adventure experiences in unique volcanic landscapes with immersions in the local culture. From your arrival in San Jose, you will enjoy the comfort and tranquility of the Buena Vista Chic Hotel, which offers breathtaking views and an ideal environment to relax after your flight.
You will begin your exploration with a visit to the imposing Poas Volcano, famous for its immense active crater and panoramic views. Next, you will enter the region of La Fortuna, home of the iconic Arenal Volcano, where you will hike the lava flows from its historic 1968 eruption and enjoy the hot springs. In addition, you will experience the Vida Campesina Tour, where you will participate in traditional activities and enjoy an organic lunch.
The next destination will take you to the magical Rio Celeste Waterfall, a turquoise waterfall located in the Tenorio Volcano National Park, a true paradise for nature lovers. Afterwards, you will continue to the Rincón de la Vieja region, where you will explore its active fumaroles, volcanic mud baths and the impressive Oropéndola Waterfall. Finally, you will end your adventure in the Gulf of Papagayo, enjoying the tranquil beaches of Playa Hermosa.
This tour will not only allow you to discover some of Costa Rica's most breathtaking landscapes, but will also give you the opportunity to immerse yourself in its culture and relax in first class accommodations.Embark on this adventure and live the full Costa Rican experience!
Itineraries
Day 1
Arrival in San José
- Location: Alajuela.
- Lodging: Buena Vista Chic Hotel (1 night).
- Service: Private transfer from the airport to the hotel.
Day 2
Poas Volcano and Transfer to Arenal
- Location: Poás Volcano and Arenal.
- Activity: Visit to Poás Volcano National Park.
- Lodging: Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience (3 nights).
- Includes: Lunch en route, entrance fee to the park.
Day 3
Arenal Volcano Hike
- Activity: Hike along the lava flows of the 1968 Trail.
- Includes: Transportation, guide, bottled water and park entrance fee.
Day 4
Excursion to the Celeste River
- Location: Tenorio Volcano.
- Activity: Hike to the Celeste River Waterfall in the Tenorio Volcano National Park.
- Includes: Transportation, entrance fee to the park, typical lunch.
Day 5
Transfer to Rincón de la Vieja
- Location: Rincón de la Vieja.
- Lodging: Hacienda Guachipelín (2 nights).
- Activity: Relax at the lodge and enjoy the volcanic views.
Day 6
Hike to Rincón de la Vieja National Park
- Activity: Guided hike along the Las Pailas trail, followed by a dip in the Oropéndola Waterfall.
- Includes: Park entrance fee and local guide.
Day 7
Transfer to Golfo de Papagayo
- Location: Playa Hermosa, Guanacaste.
- Lodging: Bosque del Mar Hotel (3 nights).
- Activity: Free day to enjoy the beach.
Day 8 and 9
Free days in Golfo de Papagayo
Activity: Enjoy the beaches or ask for optional activities, such as boat tours or snorkeling.
Day 10
Transfer to the airport
Private transfer to the international airport.
- The trip includes:
- Accommodation:
- Buena Vista Chic Hotel in Poás (1 night).
- Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience in Arenal (3 nights).
- Hacienda Guachipelín in Volcán Rincón de la Vieja (2 nights).
- Bosque del Mar Hotel in Guanacaste (3 nights).
- Transportation:
- Private transfers between destinations or shared service.
- Transportation on tours and activities.
- Meals:
- Daily breakfast in all accommodations.
- Lunch included in some excursions.
- Activities:
- Visit to the Poás Volcano.
- Hike to the Arenal Volcano.
- Excursion to Río Celeste.
- Hike to Rincón de la Vieja and visit to the Oropendola Waterfall.
- Guides & Tickets:
- Naturalist guides in all activities.
- Entrance fees to national parks.
- Accommodation:
- International flights.
- Activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Tips for guides, drivers and hotel staff.
- Meals not indicated in the itinerary.
- Travel insurance and rental car insurance (if applicable).
- Personal expenses such as shopping, laundry and telephone calls.
- Mandatory dinners on special dates such as Christmas and New Year's Eve (if applicable).
Yes, a valid passport is mandatory to enter Costa Rica.
Depending on your country of origin, you may enter Costa Rica without a visa. Citizens of the USA, Canada and most European countries enjoy this privilege.
The colón is Costa Rica’s currency. U.S. dollars are also widely accepted.
All major credit cards are widely accepted. ATMs are located throughout the country.
No, with a legal driver’s license you can drive for three months in Costa Rica.
How much is departure tax?
Departure tax is US$29.00, which can be paid in U.S. dollars, colones or with a credit card.
Sales tax is 13%.
Outlets are 110 V, with standard U.S. two prong plugs
We’d love it! Anyone getting married here must be 18 or older. Nonresidents need the following documents to get married here: original birth certificates, affidavit of single status, police record, valid passport and a divorce decree (if applicable). These documents must follow the authentication procedure before you bring them to Costa Rica.
Costa Rica’s digital nomad program invites international residents to work remotely from the land of Pura Vida. This program extends a 90-day tourist visa to a full year, with the option to renew for an additional year (conditions apply).
Costa Rica offers different ways to legalize your status: temporary resident, pensioner or foreign government mission. For more legal information, contact the Costa Rican consulate or the Association of Residents of Costa Rica at https://arcr.cr.
Dogs and cats entering Costa Rica must have a health certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian, endorsed by a veterinarian service. The examination for the certificate must be conducted within the two weeks prior to traveling to Costa Rica. The required vaccinations are: distemper, hepatitis, leptospirosis, parvovirus and rabies (for animals 4 months or older).
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Yes, the water is potable in most of the country. We would only recommend bottled water for a few rural areas. Bring your reusable water bottle to decrease your footprint while you’re here. When starting your adventure for the day, fill up your bottle before you leave because refill stations may be a long trek to locate.
Travelers from the following countries must have received a yellow fever vaccination certificate: Angola, Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Gabon, The Gambia, Guinea, Liberia, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Sudan, Bolivia, Venezuela, Brazil, Peru, Colombia, Ecuador and the Republic of Guyana.
• Keep your belongings somewhere safe while enjoying the sea or leave them somewhere they can be watched.
• Always use reef-safe sunscreen to avoid sunburns.
• When possible, don’t swim on your own.
• Consult the authorities about the current beach conditions.
• Be aware of warning flags on the beach.
• Do not enter the ocean if you don’t know how to swim. If you’re surfing as a beginner, stay under the supervision of a qualified instructor.
The main difference is the amount of rain. It doesn’t rain as much in the cloud forest as it does in the rainforest. The species of flora and fauna may also differ.
Be sure to bring insect repellent, a raincoat with a hood and a comfortable pair of hiking boots.
You can practice at Pacuare, Reventazón, Corobici, Sarapiqui, Naranjo and Savegre rivers.
You can see sea turtles in Tortuguero National Park on the Caribbean coast or Las Baulas National Marine Park on the Pacific coast.
Cahuita National Park, Carara National Park, Manuel Antonio National Park, Santa Rosa National Park, Arenal Volcano National Park, Irazu Volcano National Park, Poás Volcano National Park, Gandoca-Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge, and Caño Negro Mixed National Wildlife Refuge offer wheelchair access.
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