Itinerary Details
Day 1: Welcome to Costa Rica
Transfer: San Jose Juan Santamaria Aptto San Jose CR
Hotel: D Sabana Hotel San Jose (4 Star Rating)
Situated within walking distance of downtown, the D Sabana Hotel, Costa Rica is an ideal choice for leisure travelers. Take a stroll along the scenic lake at La Sabana Park, less than a mile from the hotel. If you're planning an evening on the town, you can head just three blocks north to Paseo Colón, home to trendy restaurants and a vibrant nightlife scene. After a day exploring the capital city, unwind in rooms and suites with free WiFi and a LCD TV with HD channels. You can get refreshed each morning beneath the rain shower before brewing a fresh cup of coffee with the in-room coffeemaker. If you need extra space, upgrade to a suite with a separate living room.
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Day 2: San Jose to TortugueroPick up in the San Jose Metropolitan Area at the hotel. Breakfast at Rio Danta's restaurant located in Guapiles. After breakfast, continue to Cano Blanco dock, passing banana plantations along the way. Arrive and check in to your hotel in the early afternoon. After lunch, visit Tortuguero Town and the Caribbean Conservation Corporation's visitor center and turtle museum (about 2 hours).
Return to Manatus Hotel for dinner with the remainder of your evening at leisure.
Hotel: Manatus Hotel (4 Star Rating)
The finest accommodations surrounded by the natural beauty of Tortuguero. You deserve to elevate your vacation experience to the next level. Manutus VIP Hotel offers you a unique combination in the area: the comfort and luxury of our rooms and facilities, a delicious restaurant with an international and gourmet cuisine offering Caribbean fusion.
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Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch
Day 3: Exploring TortugueroAfter breakfast at the hotel restaurant, tour one of the canals of Tortuguero National Park. Following the tour, return to the hotel for lunch. Return to the canals in the afternoon to enjoy all nature has to offer.
Return to the lodge for dinner and your evening at leisure.
Hotel: Manatus Hotel (4 Star Rating)
The finest accommodations surrounded by the natural beauty of Tortuguero. You deserve to elevate your vacation experience to the next level. Manutus VIP Hotel offers you a unique combination in the area: the comfort and luxury of our rooms and facilities, a delicious restaurant with an international and gourmet cuisine offering Caribbean fusion.
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Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch
Day 4: Exploring TortugueroYour day is at leisure in Tortuguero to enjoy your accommodation facilities and explore the surroundings.
Hotel: Manatus Hotel (4 Star Rating)
The finest accommodations surrounded by the natural beauty of Tortuguero. You deserve to elevate your vacation experience to the next level. Manutus VIP Hotel offers you a unique combination in the area: the comfort and luxury of our rooms and facilities, a delicious restaurant with an international and gourmet cuisine offering Caribbean fusion.
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Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch
Day 5: Tortuguero to ArenalAfter breakfast, you will depart for Cano Blanco to board your bus transfer back from the canals. Stop en route for lunch at Tropical Restaurant in Guapiles, and then continue on to San Jose or connect with a transfer to your next destination.
Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch
Transfer: Guapiles to La Fortuna - Arenal
Hotel: Arenal Manoa Resort Hotel and Hot Springs (4 Star Rating)
Arenal Manoa Hotel is a beautiful place to rest, relax and enjoy the marvelous view of Arenal Volcano. Surrounded by gardens, pastures and animals, our rooms have been designed so that each one offers you a panoramic view of the volcano. Our visitors can take advantage of our spacious gardens for walking and meditation as well as the opportunities to see the daily operations of a typical Costa Rican farm.
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Day 6: Arenal Volcano Hike with Rocks WorkshopOn this adventure, wrapped with private transfers, you'll walk through the lush rainforest at the base of the Arenal Volcano. Your local guide will lead you along a 1.2-mile (2 kilometer) trail that winds through both primary and secondary forests. As you ascend toward the volcano's old lava formations, you'll learn about the history of Arenal and discover the diverse flora and fauna that thrive in this iconic region. Along the way, you'll be rewarded with majestic views of Lake Arenal and the continental divide. The Rocks Workshop is a unique add-on to the Arenal Volcano hike. Upon reaching the ancient lava flows at the highest point of the trail, you'll participate in a hands-on lava rock workshop. Here, you'll learn to identify and classify different types of volcanic rocks. Your guide will provide tools such as pickaxes and magnifying glasses to help you examine rock characteristics based on crystal density, including minerals like pyroxenes, olivine, and plagioclases.
Day 7: Chocolate Experience & Sloth SpottingToday, enjoy a private chocolate tour at Two Little Monkey's, followed by a Sloth spotting experience. Throughout the tour, you will discover the intricate art of chocolate-making and learn about the cultural and social impact of cacao in history. The tour will begin with a brief walk through the organic farm where you will be introduced to cacao trees, exotic fruit trees, spices and more. You will then use ancient Mayan tools & recipes to freshly grind cacao to make two traditional chocolate drinks. Finish your chocolate experience by molding and decorating your own chocolate bars to take home. Later, enjoy a delightful wildlife adventure in this private reserve. Guided by the experts, you'll explore a short trail through a lush gallery forest filled with towering trees and vibrant vegetation. Along the way, you may encounter sloths in their natural habitat, known for their slow-moving, deliberate lifestyle and unique adaptations. These fascinating creatures have a low metabolic rate, which allows them to thrive on a diet mainly of leaves, and their remarkable camouflage helps them blend seamlessly into the trees. You might also observe their distinctive three-toed or two-toed features and the occasional fluffy green algae that grows on their fur, providing additional camouflage. In addition to sloths, you'll have the chance to spot a variety of birds, lizards, and frogs, enhancing your wildlife experience. This enchanting outing offers a perfect blend of nature and discovery, making it an ideal adventure for the entire family. At the end of the experience, you'll be returned to your hotel.
Day 8: Depart from San JoseTransfer: La Fortuna - Arenal to San Jose Juan Santamaria Apt
