San Jose Trip Overview
Costa Rica is small but incredibly diverse.
It has rainforests, beaches, rivers, cloud forests, volcanoes and mountain ranges. The amount of animal and flora species is also extraordinary and abundant, all in a country smaller than West Virginia!
Both resorts and boutique hotels are available, with opportunities to relax, go out on adventures, and be pampered during a vacation in Costa Rica.
With so many options to choose from, our Costa Rica vacation package is tailored to the type of experience you want to have, in this case, explore in your own while driving yourself.
Additional Info
Duration: 13 days
Starts: San Jose, Costa Rica
Trip Category: Outdoor Activities >> 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours
Explore San Jose Promoted Experiences
What to Expect When Visiting San Jose, Province of San Jose, Costa Rica
Costa Rica is small but incredibly diverse.
It has rainforests, beaches, rivers, cloud forests, volcanoes and mountain ranges. The amount of animal and flora species is also extraordinary and abundant, all in a country smaller than West Virginia!
Both resorts and boutique hotels are available, with opportunities to relax, go out on adventures, and be pampered during a vacation in Costa Rica.
With so many options to choose from, our Costa Rica vacation package is tailored to the type of experience you want to have, in this case, explore in your own while driving yourself.
Itinerary
Day 1: San Jose – Meeting
Pass By: San Jose, San Jose, San Jose Metro, Province of San Jose
Meet & greet at the San Jose International Airport
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Accommodation at Wyndham Herradura / Barcelo San Jose Hotel or similar
Day 2: Tortuguero National Park 3 days – 2 nights program
Stop At: Tortuguero National Park, Tortuguero Costa Rica
Between 06:00 a.m. and 06:30 a.m. Aprox. We will pick you up early in the morning at your Hotel in San Jose. Admire the biodiversity of an astonishing protected area in Costa Rica as we drive by Braulio Carrillo National Park, a primary forest in 95% of its extension. 08:30 a.m Have a taste of our delicious Costa Rican breakfast in route. Between 10:30 and 11.00 am Aprox. Board a comfortable boat upon arrival to the port and let this extraordinarily exotic paradise enchant you, as you travel along the Tortuguero Canals. Have a one-in-a-lifetime experience in this unique place surrounded by a great variety of flora and fauna of breathtaking beauty. 01:00 p.m Enjoy a refreshing cocktail and a delicious Lunch as we welcome you to our hotel. 2:30 p.m After lunch, enjoy nature in all its splendor by touring the canals and taking your best photos . 7:00 p.m A delightful dinner will be served upon arrival to the lodge. OPTIONAL NIGHT TOUR: Walk on the beach and admire the spawning of Tortuga Verde. (July to September).
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Typical breakfast
• Lunch: Buffet lunch
• Dinner: Buffet dinner
Accommodation included: Accommodation at Pachira Lodge / Laguna Lodge or similar
Day 3: Tortuguero National Park
Stop At: Tortuguero, Tortuguero, Province of Limon
7:00 a.m Discover the flavors of Costa Rica with breakfast at the Lodge. 9:00 a.m Hiking tour through the Lodge’s private trail.
1: 00 p.m Enjoy a delicious lunch at the Lodge
2: 45 p.m After lunch, we will visit the museum, the beach and the small and picturesque city of Tortuguero.
7:00 p.m A delightful dinner will be served upon arrival to the lodge Optional tour in the evening: Evening walk to admire green turtles spawning (July to September)
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Accommodation at Pachira Lodge / Laguna Lodge or similar
Day 4: Tortuguero to South caribbean area (Cahuita)
Pass By: Cahuita, Cahuita, Province of Limon
Breakfast buffet included
Transfer by boat back to the dock
Lunch in route included
Pick up your 4×4 Vehicle in Guapiles city and drive yourself to Cahuita (Caribbean coast)
Rest of the afternoon free
Accommodation at Banana Azul / Cariblue Bungalows or similar
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Accommodation at Cariblue Bungalows / Banana Azul Hotel or similar
Day 5: Cahuita Beach
Stop At: Cahuita National Park, Cahuita Costa Rica
Breakfast included at the Hotel
Remaining of the day at leisure to explore the near beaches, the national park or relax at the facilities of the Hotel
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Accommodation at Cariblue Bungalows / Banana Azul Hotel or similar
Day 6: Cahuita to Arenal Volcano
Stop At: Arenal Volcano National Park 21007 Costa Rica
Breakfast included at the Hotel
Drive yourself from Cahuita to Arenal Volcano (La Fortuna)
Check in at your Hotel
Day pass to Eco Termales Hot springs Spa (admission + dinner included)
Duration: 4 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Accommodation at Montaña de Fuego Resort / Arenal Paraiso Resort or similar
Day 7: Free day in La Fortuna – Arenal volcano Costa Rica
Stop At: La Fortuna de San Carlos, La Fortuna de San Carlos, Arenal Volcano National Park, Province of Alajuela
Breakfast included at the Hotel
Free day in Arenal area – This day you can drive around to admire the best spots of La Fortuna town or relax at the facilities of the Resort
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Accommodation at Montaña de Fuego Resort / Arenal Paraiso Resort or similar
Day 8: Arenal Volcano to Monteverde Cloudforest
Pass By: Monteverde, Monteverde, Province of Puntarenas
Breakfast included at the Hotel
Drive yourself fromArenal to Monteverde cloudforest
Check in at your Hotel
Rest of the day at leisure
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Accommodation at Country Lodge – Heliconia Lodge or similar
Day 9: Monteverde Cloudforest
Stop At: Monteverde, Monteverde, Province of Puntarenas
Breakfast included at the Hotel
Day Pass to Sky Adventure Park – 4 activities in one day (Sky walk + Sky Trek + Sky Tram + Vertigo with lunch included)
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Accommodation at Country lodge / Heliconia Hotel or similar
Day 10: Monteverde to Manuel Antonio Beach
Stop At: Playa Manuel Antonio, Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio, 6 kms south of Quepos, Manuel Antonio 195-6350 Costa Rica
Breakfast included at the Hotel
Drive yourself from Monteverde to Manuel Antonio Beach
Rest of the day free
Duration: 5 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Accommodation at Karahe Hotel / Byblos Hotel or similar
Day 11: Manuel Antonio beach free day
Stop At: Manuel Antonio, Manuel Antonio, Province of Puntarenas
Breakfast included at the Hotel
Beach day – visit the Manuel Antonio National park or relax the Hotel
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Accommodation at Karahe Hotel / Byblos Hotel or similar
Day 12: Manuel Antonio beach – Free day
Stop At: Manuel Antonio, Manuel Antonio, Province of Puntarenas
Breakfast included at the Hotel
Beach day – visit the Manuel Antonio National park or relax the Hotel
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Accommodation at Karahe Hotel / Byblos Hotel or similar
Day 13: Manuel Antonio to San Jose International Airport
Pass By: Parque Juan Santamaria, C. 2 and Avda. 3, Alajuela 20101 Costa Rica
Breakfast included at the Hotel
At the appointed time , drive yourself from Manuel Antonio to the San Jose International Airport, to return the vehicle at the Terminal and check in at the Airline counter
Note that the drive from Manuel Antonio to San Jose is 3 hrs.
If you flight departs very early, you can stay overnight in San Jose (switch the nights)
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
