10-Day Natural Beauty Tour in Costa Rica

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10-Day Natural Beauty Tour in Costa Rica

10 Days Starting and ending in San José, Costa Rica

Visiting: San Jose, Pacuare River, La Fortuna, Monteverde, Carrillo Beach, Playa Carrillo, Alajuela

Tour operator:

Destiny Travel Costa Rica

Tour code:

631969

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

MODERATE

Age range:

12-

Special diets catered:

Vegans, Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English , Spanish

From: $2490 $2372 (USD) Travel Club discount: -$118

NB: Prices correct on 18-Jan-2025 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on a thrilling 10-day adventure through the natural wonders of Costa Rica, designed for those seeking adrenaline and breathtaking landscapes. Begin your journey in San José, then dive into the heart of the wilderness with exhilarating white-water rafting on the renowned Pacuare River. Experience the majestic Arenal Volcano and explore the rainforest on an ATV. Soar through the Santa Elena cloud forest on a zip-line, and unwind on the serene shores of Carrillo Beach. This tour offers a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation, with opportunities to connect with nature and enjoy the vibrant wildlife. Conclude your unforgettable journey with a return to San José, where you'll be treated to a night of local culture and cuisine before your departure. Meals are included, ensuring a seamless and enriching experience.

Highlights

Unleash your adventurous side by rafting down the Pacuare River, one of the top 10 rivers in the world for rafting.
See the Arenal Volcano and ride an ATV through the rainforest.
Travel from treetop to treetop while zip-lining in Santa Elena cloud forest.
Relax in the pristine waters of Carrillo Beach.
Explore Monteverde at night in search of birds and other wildlife.
Experience the thrill of zip-lining and hanging bridges at Sky Adventure Park Monteverde.
Enjoy a night sightseeing tour of San Jose, ending with a delicious Costa Rican dinner.

Itinerary

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Day 1 : San Jose

Location: San Jose

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Wyndham Herradura or similar

Arrival in San Jose , Costa Rica
Arrival in San Jose, Costa Rica Meet & Greet at the San Jose International Airport Private transfer from San Jose Airport to Hotel in the City
Accommodation at Hilton Garden Inn Sabana Hotel or similar

Day 2 : Pacuare River

Location: Pacuare River

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Montaña de Fuego or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

White Water Rafting in Pacuare River
The Pacuare River is one of the best choices for your adventure treks in Costa Rica. No other trip in the country exists that offers you a perfect blend of wilderness exposure and excitement, all in one day.Pacuare is world famous for its sheer beauty. A true river gorge, it is flanked by steep, green walls. Here you enjoy the feeling of total isolation from urban life and the realness of being connected with nature. You see waterfalls cascade into the river from both sides as colorful, tropical birds fly right over your head. Amazing views of this virgin tropical rainforestarea, appear before your eyes as you descend this true exploratory land. Wildlife is abundant, with sloth, toucans, parrots, coatis, morpho butterflies and colorful frogs being common sights. After this challenging experience, you will be transferred to Arenal Volcano Area.
Accommodation at Casa Luna Resort or similar

Day 3 : La Fortuna

Location: La Fortuna

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Montaña de Fuego or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

ATV adventure & Tabacon Hot Springs Resort
(AM) Enjoy the ATV adventure in Arenal Volcano
Relax at the Thermal waters of Tabacon Resort
Accommodation at Casa Luna Resort or similar

Day 4 : La Fortuna De San Carlos

Location: Monteverde

Accommodation: Lodge

Accommodation Name: Heliconia or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

Arenal Volcano to Monteverde
Pick up from La Fortuna or your Arenal area hotel at 8:30 AM or 2:30 PM in a comfortable mini-bus with air conditioning.Arrive at the Arenal Lake Dam dock after a 15 to 30-minute ride (depending on the location of your hotel). Here, you will board our covered 22-passenger boat and cruise across Lake Arenal in 30 minutes. During your ride, you’ll enjoy great views of the Arenal Volcano and the Monteverde mountain range.Once you reach the Río Chiquito dock, you’ll board a mini-bus (with air conditioning) for a 1.5 hour ride to Monteverde.Upon arrival in Monteverde, drop off directly at your hotel
Explore Monteverde at Night in Search for birds and other animals.El Bosque Night Tour Monteverde is the only one in the country that is primarily focused on birds, and that’s not all…First, you will start with a small introduction where you will be assigned a local tour guide.Next, you will walk around the open areas of the property where the forest is lower. This is where you will spend about an hour finding birds sleeping in trees.Then, you will enter the property’s nature trail system to explore and learn about this preservation area. This is where you will find a few more birds as well as some of the coolest insects (like walking sticks, tarantulas and leafcutter ants), rare mammals (like porcupines, opossums, and olingos) and depending on the weather condition, you might even spot snakes and frogs all in their natural habitat.
Accommodation at Fonda Vela Hotel or similar

Day 5 : Sky Adventure Park Monteverde

Location: Monteverde

Accommodation: Lodge

Accommodation Name: Heliconia or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Sky Adventure Park Monteverde (Hanging bridges, zip linning and Aerial Tram
Sky Trek is a thrilling zipline circuit that’s located in the magical forests of Costa Rica.Sky Trek zipline courses begin at the top of the mountains, you’ll ride and open air gondola to this point while admiring the best views of the surrounding area and even more. From there on, you will start the zipline course down the mountain. Cables stretch from mountain to mountain, reaching incredible lengths and heights, crossing canyons, going into the forests, and even sometimes in between clouds. But Sky Trek is more than that, live a unique experience beyond distance or heights, admire unique views, and feel the adrenaline like no other adventure.
Accommodation at Fonda Vela Hotel or similar

Day 6 : Playa Carrillo

Location: Carrillo Beach

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Nammbu Hotel or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

Monteverde to Carrillo Beach Guanacaste
Playa Carrillo is a less developed beach, which makes it a much more attractive place.There are few buildings in the area and instead of the beach being lined with shops, it is lined with palm trees.There is a street along the beach and a large parking lot. Some picnic tables are also available.The waves are generally small, since the beach is located in Bahía Carrillo, a bay protected by rocky headlands.This makes the beach a good option for families with young children or beach lovers who prefer calmer waters.On the beach you can go snorkelling in the coral reefs, swimming, kayaking, water skiing, sport fishing or windsurfing.
Accommodation at Namboo Beach Resort or similar

Day 7 : Playa Carrillo

Location: Playa Carrillo

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Nammbu Hotel or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

Carrillo Beach Guanacaste (Free day )
Beach day
Accommodation at Namboo Beach Resort or similar

Day 8 : Playa Carrillo

Location: Playa Carrillo

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Nammbu Hotel or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

Carrillo Beach (Free day)
Beach day
Accommodation at Namboo Beach Resort or similar

Day 9 : San Jose

Location: San Jose

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hampton Inn Suites or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Carrillo Beach To San Jose
Morning free in Carrillo Beach (PM) At the agreed time you will be transferred to the local airport to take a 50 minutes flight back to San Jose. Once you have arrived in San Jose, your guide will be taking you to San Jose downtown for a night sightseeing of the CIty, ending with a delicious Costa Rican typical dinner at a Local Restaurant. After dinner you will be taken to your Hotel near the International Airport to for your last night in Costa Rica ..!!!
Accommodation at Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton

Day 10 : Alajuela

Location: Alajuela

Meals Included: Breakfast

Transfer Hotel to the International Airport (Departure day)
At the agreed time and according to your flight schedule, transfer from your Hotel to the Juan Santamaria International Airport End of services

What's Included

Airport Transfers

Private transfer from San Jose Airport to Hotel in the City and drop-off at the airport after the tour is over.
Adventure Activities

Includes white water rafting on the Pacuare River, ATV adventure in Arenal Volcano, and zip-lining in Santa Elena cloud forest.
Guided Tours

Includes a night tour in Monteverde to explore and learn about the preservation area.
Local Transportation

Transportation between destinations such as Arenal Volcano, Monteverde, and Carrillo Beach.

What's Not Included

International Flights

International flights to and from Costa Rica are not included.
Tips

Tips for guides, drivers, and other service providers are not included.
Personal Expenses

Any personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional activities, or services not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.

Know Before You Go

Stroller Or Pram AccessibleAnimals Or Pets AllowedPublic Transportation NearbyInfants Must Sit On LapsInfant Seats Available

Please Note

Not wheelchair accessibleNot recommended for people with back problemsNot recommended for pregnant travelersNot recommended for people with heart conditionsWe pick up and drop off all travelers at the San Jose International Airport. If you would like to be picked up and drop off at a different location, just advise.

Mode of Transport

Travel in comfort with private transfers from the airport to your hotel, enjoy scenic boat rides across Lake Arenal, and experience a short domestic flight from Carrillo Beach back to San Jose.

Accommodation

Enjoy comfortable stays at renowned hotels such as the Hilton Garden Inn Sabana, Casa Luna Resort, Fonda Vela Hotel, and Nammbu Beach Resort, ensuring a relaxing retreat after each adventurous day in Costa Rica.

Check out our Q&As

What kind of activities can I expect during the tour?

During the tour, you can expect a variety of outdoor and adventure activities including white water rafting on the Pacuare River, ATV adventures near the Arenal Volcano, relaxing in the thermal waters of Tabacon Resort, zip-lining in the Santa Elena cloud forest, and exploring Monteverde at night in search of birds and other wildlife.
Is the tour suitable for families with young children?

Yes, the tour includes activities that are suitable for families with young children, such as visiting Playa Carrillo, which is known for its calm waters and family-friendly environment.
Are there any free days during the tour?

Yes, there are free days during the tour, specifically on days 7 and 8, where you can enjoy the beach at Playa Carrillo at your leisure.
What wildlife might I see during the tour?

You might see a variety of wildlife including sloths, toucans, parrots, coatis, morpho butterflies, colorful frogs, and possibly snakes and frogs during the night tour in Monteverde.
What is the transportation arrangement for the tour?

The tour includes private transfers from the San Jose International Airport to your hotel, as well as transportation between various locations such as Arenal, Monteverde, and Playa Carrillo. There is also a flight from Carrillo Beach back to San Jose.

What meals are included in the tour package?

The tour package includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner on most days, although the first day does not include any meals.
How long has the tour company been trading?

destiny Travel Costa Rica is a family travel business based in San Jose, Costa Rica. We started as a customizer of vacations back in 2001. Destiny Travel Costa Rica is a national capital company whose purpose is to promote and provide the best tour service in Costa Rica exceeding the satisfaction of all our customers with high standards of quality in service, safety and comfort and a firm commitment to sustainable development and social responsibility.
Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?

We invest the fruits of our success to continuously enhance the lives of our workers. The more we succeed the more their lives improve. We also give back to the world by investing in child education in places of need. The better we do the more good we do.
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

We only feature hotels and lodges that we have stayed in and we believe to be the best in their area, always looking for value, character, and good service. In some of the secluded and undeveloped regions, the obvious trappings of comfort may not be immediately apparent, but something special is everywhere: a unique style, a remarkable setting, wholesome comforts, and a dedication to protect their natural setting and to please every guest.

Reviews of this operator

Raissa Borges (Google Reviewer)

I had a memorable and...

26-Aug-2023

I had a memorable and amazing trip. The tour guide Ricardo was patient and Knowledgest. Would definitely recommend to anyone.

Carmen Higham (Google Reviewer)

Thanks to our tour guide,...

18-Aug-2024

Thanks to our tour guide, Jerry, our trip to Tortuguero National Park was amazing. Jerry was very engaging with our group; very knowledgeable about the park, animals and foliage. We hiked through the park to the top of a volcano.....it didn't rain in the rain forest, IT POURED! Jerry was very positive and encouraging the entire day. Definitely worth the full day we spent on this trip.

Hashim Khan (Google Reviewer)

We did "EXOTIC LANDSCAPES OF...

21-Feb-2023

We did "EXOTIC LANDSCAPES OF COSTA RICA" 9 nights tour. Tour agent Oldemar was amazing. He customized this tour to meet our needs. Definitely would recommend this company for multi days tours and specifically working with Oldemar. Communication and different activities coordination was pretty smooth. On the top of that Oldemar included new year dinner/party for us in the hotel we were staying without any charge. In this tour we did multiple activities (rafting, volcano hike, night walk in forest, zip lining in Monteverde, Manuel antonio park hike, kayaking, catamaran, Poas volcano, LA Paez garden). Keep in mind some of these activities were optional. We paid extra but definitely worth every penny. Hotels arranged by Oldemar were great specially in Monteverde (cloud forest view). Thanks Oldemar for making our trip memorable and enjoyable. You are awesome! Definitely will use your service again. Pura Vida!

Lorraine Gilbert (Google Reviewer)

Outstanding company with personable tour...

24-Oct-2021

Outstanding company with personable tour guides. This company will take a single traveler or a group. They provide amaxing advengures

Kristy Oblad (Google Reviewer)

Roger was our guide and...

15-May-2023

Roger was our guide and Daniel our driver. We only had 1 day in Costa Rica and we are very happy with our tour. Roger made sure we understood everything and had an enjoyable time.

Emily (Google Reviewer)

Had the worst experience while...

03-Mar-2024

Had the worst experience while in Costa Rica with this travel agency. I highly recommend any other company over this one as we had no problem with anyone else. They use Viator as a third party to book their tours and the website description is completely off. And it seems everyone who leave a review had a different experience. I cannot recommend this agency as they will rip you off and not give you close to half of your money back.

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