Upon arrival to Juan Santamaria International Airport in San Jose, an airport representative will lead you to immigration area and customs. After clearing official entry procedures, our bilingual representative will be waiting outside the terminal. He/She will assist you with your luggage and transfer you to your hotel. On the way you will receive a complete orientation on the following day’s activities and travel documents. You will spend the night at the CROWNE PLAZA SAN JOSE COROBICI or have the opportunity to choose another similar one.

Transportation from San Jose to Tortuguero area. Tortuguero National Park is one of the rainiest and most biologically diverse regions in the country. It is crossed from southeast to northwest by a natural system of canals and navigable lagoons of great scenic beauty. These form the habitat for seven species of land turtles, the manatee or sea cow, crocodiles, and many more. You will spend the night at MAWAMBA LODGE or another similar hotel.

Please check at the hotel’s front desk the pick up times for the programmed activities (boat Tour & hiking) included during your stay at Mawamba Lodge. Another night spent at MAWAMBA LODGE or a similar hotel.

The boat ride from Tortuguero to the dock is followed by ground transportation to a local restaurant for lunch. After lunch you will have to move your luggage to another vehicle which will take you to the Arenal Area, whose main attraction is the Arenal Volcano, its almost perfect conical shape is the ideal image of a typical volcano. The degree of volcanic activity varies from week to week.

Enjoy the breathtaking view of the Arenal volcano during an easy hike. This motivating hike starts at the volcano’s slope, from a very safe distance. After the hike you will have the opportunity to admire the lush tropical gardens and relax on natural hot springs which offer various pools with temperatures reaching 102º F (39º C) . WHAT TO BRING: Insect repellent, walking shoes, comfortable clothes, sun block, hat, binoculars and camera. Included: transportation, bilingual guide (English/Spanish), entrance fee, and snacks. You will spend the night at ARENAL VOLCANO INN or a similar hotel.

Transfer to Manuel Antonio area in Quepos. These are two separate but completely interdependent Central Pacific coast towns. Quepos is a town where you can find a hospital, banks, markets, stores, hotels, bars, restaurants and a bus terminal. Manuel Antonio, located to the south is much smaller and extends along both sides of the road that stretches 4 ½ miles (7.24 Km) up a hill and then down to the Manuel Antonio National Park. You wills spend the night at VILLAS LIRIO HOTEL or another similar hotel.

An experienced naturalist guide will take you on an informative hike through one of the most beautiful national parks, where the mountains literally meet the sea. The ecosystem is teeming with land, sea and air species. This park offers two white sand beaches, a blue ocean and many trails leading to great lookout points. Your guide will teach you about the park’s distinctive plant life and point out some of the resident fauna, which include 109 mammal species and 184 species of birds. You will spend the night at VILLAS LIRIO HOTEL or another similar hotel.

Transportation to San Jose (Costa Rica’s Capital City). Estimated arrival at San Jose is 12 noon. Last night in the capital city can be included for an extra charge.