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Basic Costa Rica: Coastlines & Cloud Forests
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CAD 1,387
Duration
14 days
Countries
Costa Rica
Activity
easy
Group size
Max 18
The adventure
Stay flexible in Costa Rica on this unique two-week adventure. You'll hit the volcanoes, a cloud forest, and both of the incredible coasts. Chill out on white-sand beaches and explore pristine wildlife reserves. Best of all, this trip gives you the flexibility to create the adventure of a lifetime, so you can soar across the treetops by zipline, rappel down a waterfall, or learn to surf the Pacific breaks. Take a trip that's packed with just the essentials — everything you need to explore the diversity and beauty of Costa Rica.
◆Arrive at any time. Tonight, discover the vibrant nightlife and culture of San José alongside your fellow travelers. Stop in at one of the many bars to get to know your group over a few drinks. Cheers to new friends and new adventures!
◆Today begin with an incredible bus ride over the mountains to the Caribbean coast. The group will be travelling to the picturesque village of Puerto Viejo de Talamanca to enjoy the tropical seascape and sandy beaches surrounded by exotic tropical vegetation.
◆It's a full free day in absolute paradise! What are you waiting for? Opt to rent a bike, relax on the beach, or hike in Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge.
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Travel north up the Caribbean coastline before heading inland through varied landscapes. Stop at Coope San Juan for a homestay in the local community and cooperative that includes lunch, dinner, and an activity with the community.
◆After breakfast in San Carlos the group will travel to La Fortuna. Check out this beautiful area at the base of Arenal Volcano. Options abound—soak in Arenal's hot springs or get the adrenaline pumping with whitewater rafting or waterfall rappelling.
◆Enjoy an entire free day in La Fortuna. Opt to go whitewater rafting, mountain biking, caving, horseback riding, or a tour of the Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge. Like much of Costa Rica, the area is a birders’ paradise, with over 600 species as permanent residents. After a long day of exploring, you can choose to take a relaxing soak at Baldi Hot Springs.
◆Travel from La Fortuna to Monteverde and into the cool mountain air of the area. Stop at Life Monteverde, a coffee cooperative for coffee tastings, and a tour of their farm to learn about sustainable agriculture. In the afternoon, take time to venture out and explore the mountainous town of Monteverde.
◆There's so much to see and do in Monteverde and you'll have plenty of time on this free day to explore on your own. Opt to wander the cloud forest or visit a coffee plantation.
◆Travel to the Pacific coast along the southern Nicoya Peninsula. Enjoy the laid-back beach town vibes of Santa Teresa or Montezuma.
◆Fill your days with as much or as little as you like. Start off with an early yoga class or sleep in before setting off to explore nearby beaches in search of a perfect, tranquil spot for a day of relaxing along the beautiful Pacific coast.
◆Travel back to the capital for a final evening with the group.
◆Depart at any time.
At a glance
Duration
14 days
Route
San José → San José
Countries
Costa Rica
Activity level
easy
Style
Beach & Islands, Culture & History, Cycling, Local Living & Homestays, Trekking & Hiking, Wellness & Yoga, Wildlife & Safari
Group size
Max 18
Ages
18+
Flights
Not included
Solo travellers
Welcome
Where you'll go
Day by day
Your journey through
Costa Rica
Showing Days 1-7
14-day itinerary
Day 1Arrival dayArrivalArrive at any time. Tonight, discover the vibrant nightlife and culture of San José alongside your fellow travelers. Stop in at one of the many bars to get to know your group over a few drinks. Cheers to new friends and new adventures!
Arrive at any time. Tonight, discover the vibrant nightlife and culture of San José alongside your fellow travelers. Stop in at one of the many bars to get to know your group over a few drinks. Cheers to new friends and new adventures!
Day 2Today begin with an incredible bus ride over…
Today begin with an incredible bus ride over the mountains to the Caribbean coast. The group will be travelling to the picturesque village of Puerto Viejo de Talamanca to enjoy the tropical seascape and sandy beaches surrounded by exotic tropical vegetation.
Day 3It's a full free day in absolute paradise!
It's a full free day in absolute paradise! What are you waiting for? Opt to rent a bike, relax on the beach, or hike in Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge.
Day 4It's a full free day in absolute paradise!
It's a full free day in absolute paradise! What are you waiting for? Opt to rent a bike, relax on the beach, or hike in Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge.
Day 5Travel north up the Caribbean coastline before heading…
Travel north up the Caribbean coastline before heading inland through varied landscapes. Stop at Coope San Juan for a homestay in the local community and cooperative that includes lunch, dinner, and an activity with the community.
Day 6After breakfast in San Carlos the group will…
After breakfast in San Carlos the group will travel to La Fortuna. Check out this beautiful area at the base of Arenal Volcano. Options abound—soak in Arenal's hot springs or get the adrenaline pumping with whitewater rafting or waterfall rappelling.
Day 7Enjoy an entire free day in La Fortuna
Enjoy an entire free day in La Fortuna. Opt to go whitewater rafting, mountain biking, caving, horseback riding, or a tour of the Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge. Like much of Costa Rica, the area is a birders’ paradise, with over 600 species as permanent residents. After a long day of exploring, you can choose to take a relaxing soak at Baldi Hot Springs.
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Traveller reviews
“Excellent tour. Every stop was action packed. The different locations chosen to stop at really allowed to have the broadest view possible of all Costa Rica has to offer.”
“This trip was one of the best I have ever done, everything was well organized and ran like clockwork. A very personal and professionally run service from start to finish.”
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