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Essential Costa Rica Independent Adventure

From
Price on request
Duration
8 days
Countries
Costa Rica
Activity
easy

The adventure

Hit two of Costa Rica's signature spots: First, head for the outdoor adventure playground around Arenal Volcano and take advantage of everything from world-class rafting to relaxing in volcano-heated hot springs. Next, head to the beaches of Guanacaste, Costa Rica's northwest coast, known for dry sunny weather all year round, killer surf and beaches that stretch for miles.

At a glance

Duration
8 days
Route
San José → San José
Countries
Costa Rica
Activity level
easy
Style
Beach & Islands, Wellness & Yoga
Group size
Ask
Flights
Not included
Solo travellers
Welcome

Where you'll go

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Day by day

Scenic view of the verdant hills and lush forests of Monte Verde, Costa Rica.
Your journey through

Costa Rica

Day 1Arrive in San José at any time, arrival transfer includedYou will be met at San José International Airport and transferred to your hotel for the night. There are no planned activities, so enjoy the city on your own.
Vibrant street art in a lively San José alleyway, showcasing Costa Rica's urban culture.San José
You will be met at San José International Airport and transferred to your hotel for the night. There are no planned activities, so enjoy the city on your own.
Map showing San José
Day 2Transfer to the Arenal region
Transfer to the Arenal region. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure and opt to soak in the hot springs.
Day 3Today is free so take advantage of all…There are lots of optional tours available. La Fortuna is one of the centres of adventure travel in Costa Rica. Options include river rafting, mountain biking, caving, or horseback riding. Don’t forget about the hot springs, heated directly by the lava underneath Arenal Volcano.
There are lots of optional tours available. La Fortuna is one of the centres of adventure travel in Costa Rica. Options include river rafting, mountain biking, caving, or horseback riding. Don’t forget about the hot springs, heated directly by the lava underneath Arenal Volcano.
Day 4Transfer to the Pacific coastToday, head west to the Pacific coast beaches of Guanacaste. Spend time relaxing and enjoying the long stretches of black volcanic sand.
Today, head west to the Pacific coast beaches of Guanacaste. Spend time relaxing and enjoying the long stretches of black volcanic sand.
Day 5Soak up the sun and surf while sipping…Spend your days taking in the sun and sea, participating in optional activities such as surfing, fishing, golf, horseback riding, cycling, boating or snorkeling.
Spend your days taking in the sun and sea, participating in optional activities such as surfing, fishing, golf, horseback riding, cycling, boating or snorkeling.
Day 6Soak up the sun and surf while sipping…Spend your days taking in the sun and sea, participating in optional activities such as surfing, fishing, golf, horseback riding, cycling, boating or snorkeling.
Spend your days taking in the sun and sea, participating in optional activities such as surfing, fishing, golf, horseback riding, cycling, boating or snorkeling.
Day 7Transfer back to the capital for one last night
Transfer back to the capital for one last night.
Day 8Departure dayDepartureDepart at any time. Departure transfer included.
Depart at any time. Departure transfer included.

Discover Costa Rica

A glimpse of the destination you'll explore.

A serene waterfall cascades through dense forest greenery in Guanacaste, Costa Rica.
A stunning landscape of Arenal Volcano with clouds and a serene lake view, capturing nature's beauty.
A breathtaking aerial view of the coastline at Puntarenas, Costa Rica, showcasing pristine beaches and lush greenery.
Breathtaking view of a lush green landscape with a majestic volcanic mountain under a cloudy sky.
A bird soars over lush hills and forests in San Ramón, Costa Rica.
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