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Supersaver | Costa Rica Essentials Plus & Manuel Antonio Extension, 10 Days

Supersaver | Costa Rica Essentials Plus & Manuel Antonio Extension, 10 Days

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Supersaver | Costa Rica Essentials Plus & Manuel Antonio Extension, 10 Days

10 Days Starting and ending in San Jose, Costa Rica

Visiting: San Jose, Tortuguero, Tortuguero National Park, Arenal, Arenal Volcano National Park, Monteverde, Manuel Antonio

Tour operator:

Destination Services Costa Rica

Tour code:

594751

Guide Type:

Partially Guided

Physical rating:

Medium

Age range:

10-

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Meat

Tour operated in:

English , Spanish

Interests:

Beach Tours, Gardens & Nature Tours, Wildlife Tours

Activities:

Canoeing-Kayaking, Snorkeling, Walking

From: $2290 $2181 Travel Club discount: -$109

NB: Prices correct on 21-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Discover the natural wonders of Costa Rica on this 10-day Supersaver tour, featuring the vibrant capital city of San Jose, the wildlife-rich Tortuguero National Park, the majestic Arenal Volcano, and the stunning beaches of Manuel Antonio. Begin your journey in San Jose, exploring its cultural landmarks and historic neighborhoods. Venture to Tortuguero to witness the nesting grounds of green sea turtles and enjoy guided boat tours through its canals. In Arenal, hike the lava trails and relax in natural hot springs. Continue to Monteverde's cloud forests before heading to the picturesque village of Manuel Antonio for ocean kayaking and snorkeling adventures. Enjoy comfortable accommodations ranging from 4-star to 5-star hotels, shared transfers, and guided activities, ensuring a seamless and enriching travel experience.

Highlights

San Jose: Costa Rica’s vibrant capital city with great cultural and historical landmarks
Visit the European-inspired National Theatre and stroll the charming alleys of its historic neighborhoods
Tortuguero: Home to the nesting grounds of the green sea turtles, with spectacular beaches and opportunities to spot wild animals and birds
Arenal: Admire one of the most beautiful volcanoes in the country and its mesmerizing park, dotted with trails and rich in wildlife
Manuel Antonio: Jewel of Costa Rican Coastline, settled in the nature reserve of Manuel Antonio National Park
Explore the stunning Manuel Antonio coastline by open-seat ocean kayak and snorkel at Biesanz Bay
Monteverde: Discover the incredible Monteverde Cloud Forest, known for its biodiversity and misty cloud forests

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival San Jose (20Km – 30Min)

Location: San Jose

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Park Inn or Real Continental

Upon arrival to bustling San Jose, our representative will meet and greet you and then direct you to your shared transport, which will drop you off at your hotel in San Jose for your night in Costa Rica.

Overnight in San Jose.

Day 2 : San Jose – Tortuguero (135Km – 4Hrs By Road / 2Hrs By Boat)

Location: Tortuguero

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Grupo Pachira

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Your day begins early with a pick up at the hotel approximately 6:30 am. Embark on the shared bus transfer and travel through the Braulio Carrillo National Park towards the Caribbean plains to enjoy the spectacular mountain scenery and quaint villages. Indulge in a tasty breakfast en route at around 8:30 am in a restaurant in Guapiles and continue through the jungle by boat, cruising the rivers and canals of Tortuguero National Park. Arrive at your eco-lodge in time to enjoy a tasty lunch (included). After lunch, your guide will invite you to go for a hike around Tortuguero town. Visit the Turtles Museum ($1 donation) and come back for dinner at your hotel.

Overnight in Tortuguero.

Day 3 : Tortuguero National Park

Location: Tortuguero National Park

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Grupo Pachira

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Make most of your stay in Tortuguero. After breakfast, at 9:00 am join a tour for a 2-hour boat trip on the Tortuguero canals, an essential activity while in Costa Rica. Discover its network of canals, lagoons and dense rainforests through a boat tour guided by an expert naturalist guide. Abundant wildlife inhabits Tortuguero, including 57 species of amphibians, 111 species of reptiles, and 60 species of mammals. Rest of day at leisure or possibility to join some optional tours available in the destination. Lunch included and dinner served at the hotel.

Overnight in hotel in Tortuguero.

Day 4 : Tortuguero – Arenal (210Km – 5Hrs By Road / 2Hrs By Boat)

Location: Arenal

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Arenal Manoa or Tabacon

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, we depart Tortuguero at approximately 9:00 am, by shared boat and land transfers back to Guapiles, where we stop for lunch in a local restaurant at around 1:00 pm (included). After a tasty meal, you will be picked up by a shared transfer and taken to the Arenal area. Arrive at Arenal at 5:00 pm for check-in and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Overnight in Arenal.

Day 5 : Arenal Volcano National Park

Location: Arenal Volcano National Park

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Arenal Manoa or Tabacon

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, you will be picked up at your hotel to start Hiking Lava Trails. Explore the Arenal Volcano on a hike along the lava trails of this giant. During the hike, the expert guide will explain you all about the volcano: its activity periods, a little bit of history related to it and will show you some landmarks that were left over the years. Admire its particular vegetation and watch some wildlife. Return to the hotel and relax in the hot springs. Escape to a natural paradise at the hotel with all the necessary services to make you feel relaxed surrounded by the peace and serenity of the rainforest. Sheltered by the impressive Arenal Volcano, enjoy the natural hot springs thanks to the geothermal activity of the volcano. Immerse yourself in the rainforest and live an experience of a sanctuary of relaxation, privacy and tranquillity.

Overnight in Arenal.

Day 6 : Arenal – Monteverde (60Km – 2.5Hrs By Road / 45Min By Boat)

Location: Monteverde

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Ficus Hotel or Poco a Poco Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Begin the day with an early breakfast at the hotel, followed by check-out and then meet your guide at approximately 7:30 am to head towards Monteverde. Transfer down to Arenal Lake where you will board a boat that will take you across towards Monteverde, where you will arrive at approximately 11:30 am. Once on the other side, a vehicle awaits to take you up to Monteverde. Admire the transition of the rainforest to the cloud forest where you will reach an altitude of 1,200 metres above sea level. Located in the Puntarenas province, Monteverde is a place of cloud forests and mist, coffee plantations, monkeys and friendly locals. The town of Santa Elena is small and quaint, filled with inviting restaurants and folksy artisan shops, while the nearby rainforest hosts a remarkable amount of biodiversity. Enjoy the rest of day at leisure.

Overnight in Monteverde.

Day 7 : Monteverde

Location: Monteverde

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Ficus Hotel or Poco a Poco Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel, and rest of day at leisure to relax or discover on your own the incredible Monteverde Cloud Forest.

Overnight in Monteverde.

Day 8 : Monteverde – Manuel Antonio (180Km – 3.5Hrs)

Location: Manuel Antonio

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Shana By The Beach Hotel or Parador

Meals Included: Breakfast

Begin your last day in Monteverde with a delectable breakfast. Then, at the appropriate time, you will be picked up by shared transfer to your next destination. Arrive in the small picturesque village Manuel Antonio, a sunny paradise of the Pacific Ocean. If you’re itching to start exploring this beautiful place, hurry up to the golden beaches, which surround your hotel and get a refreshing swim in this azure paradise.

Overnight in Manuel Antonio.

Day 9 : Manuel Antonio

Location: Manuel Antonio

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Shana By The Beach Hotel or Parador

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Start your day with a luscious breakfast at the hotel and get ready for your adventurous Costa Rican experience. Today, you will explore one of the most striking coastlines by open-seat ocean kayak. Get onto your bus that will take you to Pez Vela Marina in Quepos, where your adventure begins. Winds along the Manuel Antonio coastline and indulge yourselves at a unique natural Manuel Antonio treasures at Biesanz Bay, where you will stop for a refreshing swim and delicious local snacks. Your guide will show you the best snorkelling spots diverse, astounding coral reef systems nestled very close to the shore of Biezans Bay. Continue kayaking towards Manuel Antonio National Park. Ask your naturalist guide to steer you towards favourite species’ nesting spots and most popular locations for diverse marine life. Wrap up your sporty adventure with a relaxing hot lunch in traditional Costa Rican flavour near the beach at a local Manuel Antonio hot spot before you return to your hotel.

Overnight in Manuel Antonio.

Day 10 : Manuel Antonio – Departure San Jose (160Km – 4Hrs)

Location: San Jose

Meals Included: Breakfast

Enjoy your last breakfast at the hotel, check-out from the hotel and at the arranged time get into the transfer that will take you back to Juan Santamaria International Airport, so you can take your onwards flights to your following destination.

What's Included

Tour Guide

Operated with English and Spanish-speaking local guides during the scheduled activities (Day 2, 3, 5, 9). Please note you will be accompanied by local guides for the activities only. There is no guarantee that you will be part of a group, or part of the same group during the tour.
Accommodation

9 nights’ accommodation in various hotels ranging from 4-star to 5-star options.
Meals

9 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches (Day 2, 3, 4, 9), and 2 Dinners (Day 2, 3).
Transport

Arrival and departure shared transfers from/to Juan Santamaria Airport, air-conditioned shared transportation as indicated in the itinerary, and shared boat from Guapiles to Tortuguero and back (Day 2, 4).
Entrance Fees and Activities

All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Tortuguero village guided visit (Day 2), Tortuguero National Park canals guided boat tour (Day 3), Lava trails hike, Hot springs at the hotel (Day 5), Ocean Kayak and Snorkelling Experience (Day 9).
Other

Meet and greet, hotel taxes.

What's Not Included

Unmentioned Services

Services not mentioned in the itinerary.
Flights

International and Domestic flights.
Departure Taxes

Departure taxes.
Visa Fees

Visa fees.
Personal Expenditures

Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the programme.
Drinks and Fees

Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any).
Optional Tours

Optional tours and activities.
Porterage and Gratuities

Porterage and gratuities.
Travel Insurance

Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.

Requirements

Comfortable and warm clothing is the most suitable for travelling. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.

Please Note

Please be advised that the airport departure transfer is a shared service with an estimated arrival at the airport between 12:30 and 13:30. If you need to arrive at the airport earlier, an upgrade to a private transfer is necessary (available at an additional cost)
The start times and durations of the transfers are approximate
In many hotels in Costa Rica, the triple rooms are a double room with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple room
Hotel early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms are subject to availability and are not guaranteed
No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed
We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1 San Jose:

Superior Hotel Category = Park Inn or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Real Continental or similar 5*

Day 2-3 Tortuguero:

Superior Hotel Category = Grupo Pachira or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Grupo Pachira or similar 4*

Day 4-5 Arenal:

Superior Hotel Category = Arenal Manoa or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Tabacon or similar 5*

Day 6-7 Monteverde:

Superior Hotel Category = Ficus Hotel or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Poco a Poco Hotel or similar 4*

Day 8-9 Manuel Antonio:

Superior Hotel Category = Shana By The Beach Hotel or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Parador or similar 5*

Mode of Transport

Travel conveniently with shared transfers from Juan Santamaria Airport, air-conditioned shared transportation, and shared boat rides from Guapiles to Tortuguero and back, ensuring a seamless travel experience.

Accommodation

Enjoy 9 nights of comfortable accommodation with options ranging from 4-star hotels like Park Inn and Grupo Pachira to 5-star hotels like Real Continental and Tabacon, ensuring a relaxing stay throughout your journey.

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1 San Jose:

Superior Hotel Category = Park Inn or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Real Continental or similar 5*

Day 2-3 Tortuguero:

Superior Hotel Category = Grupo Pachira or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Grupo Pachira or similar 4*

Day 4-5 Arenal:

Superior Hotel Category = Arenal Manoa or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Tabacon or similar 5*

Day 6-7 Monteverde:

Superior Hotel Category = Ficus Hotel or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Poco a Poco Hotel or similar 4*

Day 8-9 Manuel Antonio:

Superior Hotel Category = Shana By The Beach Hotel or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Parador or similar 5*

Check out our Q&As

What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?

The tour includes shared transfers from Juan Santamaria Airport, air-conditioned shared transportation, and shared boat rides from Guapiles to Tortuguero and back.
What types of accommodation are available during the tour?

The tour offers 9 nights of comfortable accommodation with options ranging from 4-star hotels like Park Inn and Grupo Pachira to 5-star hotels like Real Continental and Tabacon.
Are meals included in the tour package?

Yes, the tour includes 9 breakfasts, 4 lunches (on Days 2, 3, 4, and 9), and 2 dinners (on Days 2 and 3).
Will there be a tour guide during the activities?

Yes, the tour is operated with English and Spanish-speaking local guides during the scheduled activities on Days 2, 3, 5, and 9. However, you will be accompanied by local guides for the activities only, and there is no guarantee that you will be part of the same group throughout the tour.
What activities are included in the tour?

The tour includes various activities such as a guided visit to Tortuguero village, a guided boat tour of Tortuguero National Park canals, a hike on the lava trails of Arenal Volcano, hot springs at the hotel, and an ocean kayak and snorkeling experience in Manuel Antonio.

Are there any optional tours or activities available?

Yes, there are optional tours and activities available at the destinations, which you can join at your own expense.
What should I pack for the tour?

Comfortable and warm clothing is recommended. Visitors should avoid sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts, or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious, or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat, and mosquito repellent can also be very useful during your stay.
Are there any specific requirements or notes I should be aware of?

Yes, the start times and durations of the transfers are approximate. In many hotels in Costa Rica, triple rooms are a double room with an additional bed or sofa bed, which may not meet international standards for triple rooms. Hotel early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms are subject to availability and are not guaranteed. No refund is provided for unused services, and splitting of the package is not allowed. The itinerary and activities may change due to weather conditions, technical problems, or security reasons.
Do you offer any travel insurance?

We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure.
Are flights included in the tour?

No, they are not included
When are there specific hotel names confirmed?

Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client´s arrival
What documents will I receive before I travel?

Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.
Is there any option for solo traveller?

Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.
What does the price include?

What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.
Are Visa fees included in the price?

No, visa fees are not included

Reviews of this operator

Brian

Exotic Costa Rica

12-Feb-2022

We were delayed a couple of times in getting to Costa Rica and our tour operator, Roy, was extremely accommodating of the changes. The trip was partially guided, so though lodging and transportation were covered there were a few days where I could have used help coordinating afternoon activities.

Peter Herbert

Essential Costa Rica - Package with Guanacaste

11-May-2022

A little aprehensive on 1st day with no tour leader... but ran better that clockwork, a few natural obstacles overcome. Good hotels, transport , drivers AND OUTSTANDING GUIDES.....A THEN THERE WAS THE WILDS OF COSTA RICA AND ITS PEOPLES ....

Jean Walsh

Exotic Costa Rica

17-Mar-2022

This trip was much anticipated and lived up to all of our expectations. We had a wonderful experience. If we had questions, Andres was immediately responsive. It was such a nice feeling to know we could reach him.

Susan Langton

Essential Costa Rica - Package with Manuel Antonio National Park

06-Jan-2022

Our trip was well organized, all of the service providers ( transfers, guides, accommodations) we friendly and professional, and each location was as promised. A bit more local information would have been useful in preparing for the trip, but nothing that wasn't able to be accommodated on the fly.

Marianne Brownell

Essential Costa Rica - Package with Manuel Antonio National Park

03-Oct-2022

Terrific experience!

Debra R

PURAVIDA CR

26-Jun-2023

Great staff taking care of us along the way! Hotel choices were unique and beautiful and accommodating.

Keith

Essential Costa Rica - Package with Guanacaste

08-Mar-2022

A good tour with 4 completely different ecosystems. A couple of long travel days.

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