Jungle & coast: a Corcovado odyssey

Juan Santamaria International Airport - San Jose

Day 1: Welcome to Costa Rica!

Land at Juan Santamaría International Airport, where upon your arrival, a representative will hand over a package of vouchers and trip instructions. Proceed to your accommodation in downtown San José and settle down for an overnight stay.

San Jose - Corcovado National Park

Day 2: Discover Drake Bay on the Osa Peninsula

After breakfast, head to the airport to catch your domestic flight to Drake Bay, where upon landing, you'll make your way to a motorboat that will take you to your eco-lodge. An isolated paradise tucked away in the northern part of the Osa Peninsula, Drake Bay is your introduction to a world rich in natural beauty. As you find your bearings here, experience life at a leisurely pace and discover splendid landscapes; you'll be within easy reach of wonderful spaces across jungles, rainforests and beaches.

Corcovado National Park

Day 3: Into the heart of Corcovado National Park

Did you know that Corcovado National Park is famous for its impressive biodiversity? Today you'll enjoy a morning hike of its lush grounds, starting with a 25-minute boat ride along the west coast of Osa. Prepare for a wet landing a few feet from the beach and begin your excursion, into the dense primary rainforest adjacent to San Pedrillo - Corcovado National Park’s northernmost ranger station.

Walk along with your guide as he points out diverse species on a trail that is easy to navigate. You may spot white-faced capuchins, howler and spider monkeys, white-lipped peccaries, coatis, scarlet macaws, and many other birds and insects. Stop for lunch, then proceed on a hike to a beautiful waterfall to splash around in the cool water, take photos, and relax. You'll board the boat back to your accommodation in Drake Bay, with a chance of spotting humpback whales and dolphins breaching the water's surface en route.

Corcovado National Park

Day 4: Snorkel in the waters off Isla del Caño

Today you'll get the chance to see marine life up-close on a snorkelling trip to Isla del Caño Biological Reserve - an underwater Eden dotted with coral and rock formations, home to schools of vibrant tropical fish. Board an island hopper with a dive master and embark on a breathtaking underwater adventure. Snorkellers of all ages and experience levels can enjoy this excursion, making it suitable for families as well.

Usually, visibility is 30 to 100 ft or more year-round, and the reefs and rock formations are teeming with exotic marine life. The creatures that inhabit the waters of Isla del Caño include (but are certainly not limited to) various species of colourful fish, turtles, stingrays, and whitetip reef sharks. Take your time exploring here, before making your way back to shore.

Corcovado National Park - San Jose

Day 5: Journey back to San José

After breakfast, take a motorboat ride to the local airport, from where you will board a domestic flight back to the capital, San José. Upon your arrival here, you will be transferred to your accommodation to check in and relax. If you wish to, you can spend the afternoon and evening exploring the neighbourhood or indulging in some shopping.

San Jose - Juan Santamaria International Airport

Day 6: Goodbye, Costa Rica!

As your adventure in Costa Rica is coming to an end, it is time to bid farewell to this wonderful country. Check out of your accommodation and make your way to Juan Santamaría International Airport for your flight back home.