Take this trip and you'll see why Costa Rica is so popular among nature lovers. Experience the overwhelming beauty of nature in the tropics, with the short distances between the main highlights making for a relaxing trip. You're sure to be surprised and impressed with the diversity Costa Rica has to offer, all within a few hours drive. Enjoy, relax and amaze yourself!
Day 1 - San José
- Shared transfer from Juan Santamaría international airport to your hotel
Day 2 - San José
- Meet our team for a trip briefing
- At leisure in San José
Day 3 - Tortuguero
- Shared transfer from San José to Tortuguero via Guapiles
- Guided visit to Tortuguero Village
Day 4 - Tortuguero
- Explore Tortuguero National Park by canoe
- Tortuguero Naturalist Walk
Day 5 - Arenal Volcano
- Transfer from Tortuguero to La Fortuna via Guapiles
Day 6 - Arenal Volcano
- Guided hike through Arenal National Park
- Visit the natural hotsprings of Arenal
Day 7 - Monteverde Cloud Forest
- Transfer from Arenal to Monteverde across Arenal Lake
Day 8 - Monteverde Cloud Forest
- Guided walk of the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Day 9 - Rincón de la Vieja
- Shared transfer from Monteverde to Rincón de la Vieja
Day 10 - Rincón de la Vieja
- Full day hike at Rincón de la Vieja National Park
Day 11 - Sámara
- Transfer from Rincón de la Vieja to Sámara
- At leisure at Sámara beach
Day 12 - Sámara
- Dolphin spotting on the Pacific Ocean
Day 13 - Sámara
- Another day at leisure on Sámara beach
Day 14 - San José
- Shared transfer from Sámara to San José
Day 15
- Shared transfer from San José to the international airport
Costa Rica is at its driest from December to April on its Pacific coast, and during September and October on the Caribbean side, and these are the most popular times of year to visit. However, don't rule out travel in the rainy or 'green' season- most days just see a prolonged shower in the afternoon, and there are far fewer visitors. If you're coming for Costa Rica’s wildlife - which most people are - you're advised to avoid the heavy rainfall of September and October, or stick to the Caribbean side where it is drier. Bear in mind too that being a tropical country, you could see rain at any time of year in Costa Rica, even in the dry season.
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