San Jose Trip Overview
Enjoy with us some of the best Costa Rica destinations, tours and experiences with this unique vacation package specially designed for nature lovers and adventurous people looking for an unforgettable experience in Costa Rica
This vacation package includes 8 days and 7 nights in high quality hotels, exclusive tours, meals listed in itinerary, professional naturalist tour guides, all entrance fees, deluxe transportation service and the visit the beautiful
following Costa Rican destinations: San José, Pacuare River, La Paz Waterfalls Gardens, Arenal Volcano and Manuel Antonio Park.
Additional Info
Duration: 8 days
Starts: San Jose, Costa Rica
Trip Category: Outdoor Activities >> 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting San Jose, Province of San Jose, Costa Rica
Enjoy with us some of the best Costa Rica destinations, tours and experiences with this unique vacation package specially designed for nature lovers and adventurous people looking for an unforgettable experience in Costa Rica
This vacation package includes 8 days and 7 nights in high quality hotels, exclusive tours, meals listed in itinerary, professional naturalist tour guides, all entrance fees, deluxe transportation service and the visit the beautiful
following Costa Rican destinations: San José, Pacuare River, La Paz Waterfalls Gardens, Arenal Volcano and Manuel Antonio Park.
Itinerary
Day 1: WELCOME TO COSTA RICA
Stop At: San Jose, San Jose, San Jose Metro, Province of San Jose
Arrival to the International Airport Juan Santamaria. Upon arrival at the San Jose airport, you will be met by one of our representatives how will explain your itinerary, answer any questions and provide you with a packet of vouchers and information about your trip. Transfer to Hotel Radisson and free time at leisure.
Duration: 12 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at Hotel Radisson San Jose
Day 2: PACUARE RAFTING TOUR
Stop At: Pacuare River, Pacuare River, Province of Limon
Rafting on the Pacuare River – rated one of the top rivers in the world – is an amazing Costa Rica Day trip. You’ll raft through incredible rainforest on 19 miles of Class III-IV whitewater.
This trip gives you the ultimate blend of wilderness exposure and excitement. Rio Pacuare is world famous for its pristine beauty. Being a true river gorge it is flanked by step green walls. Waterfall’s cascade into the river from both sides as colorful, tropical birds fly over your head. The wildlife is abundant, with sloths, toucans, parrots, coatis, butterflies and colorful frogs being common sights. The white water is equally exciting; the number of rapids covered on this outstanding descend makes it a most memorable river trip. During the descent we will stop to enjoy a buffet style lunch at the most beautiful beach on the river. We finish in Siquirres at our own private Exploration Center, where you can take a shower, change, have a cold beverage, and enjoy pictures of your trip
Duration: 9 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Overnight at Hotel Radisson San Jose
Day 3: PRIVATE TOUR LA PAZ WATERFALLS GARDENS
Stop At: La Paz Waterfall and Peace Lodge Gardens, Vara Blanca Costa Rica
La Paz Waterfall Gardens is the #1 Most Visited Privately Owned Ecological Attraction in Costa Rica featuring the best hiking near San José, the most famous waterfalls in Costa Rica, rescued wildlife preserve with over 100 species of animals, and an environmental education program.
You will enjoy: Five waterfalls, cloud forest and rain forest, safe hiking trails, aviary with numerous species of birds, toucan feeding, insect exhibit, butterfly observatory, capuchin (white-faced) monkeys, black-handed spider monkeys, hummingbird garden with 26 documented species, hummingbird hand feeding in the mornings and afternoons, serpentarium (snake exhibit), jaguars, pumas, ocelots, margays, traditional typical house with petting zoo and ox cart, ranarium (frog exhibit), orchid exhibit, heliconia exhibit. All these offered at one place, makes us the best eco park in Costa Rica.
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Overnight at Hotel Radisson San Jose
Day 4: PRIVATE ARENAL VOLCANO, FORTUNA WATERFALL & BALDI HOT SPRINGS TOUR
Stop At: Arenal Volcano National Park, Arenal Volcano National Park, Province of Alajuela
Located in the northern lowlands of Costa Rica, the impressive Arenal Volcano is a National Park that attracts thousands of tourists, the beauty of the Volcano and surroundings are just spectacular.
At Mistiko Park and Hanging Bridges, enjoy travelling the forest comfortably in our revitalizing paths full of nature and wildlife. In front of the majestic Arenal Volcano you can admire its beauty and the wonderful forest that surrounds it.
Later, you will relax in one of the best thermal water places in the area: Baldi Hot Springs. In here you will enjoy multiple thermal pools, a giant stem room, luxury pool bars, Giant waterslides, relaxing areas and much more.
Once at Baldi, our driver will leave you and return to San Jose. You can stay the rest of the day at the beautiful complex. Overnight at Hotel Magic Mountain. Transfer to the hotel on your own, but it is only 5 minutes from Baldi.
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Overnight at Hotel Arenal Paraiso
Day 5: FREE STYLE DAY IN ARENAL
Stop At: Arenal Volcano National Park, Arenal Volcano National Park, Province of Alajuela
Customize your vacation with the included adventure of your choice. Please select one. This option will be added to your final itinerary. Note: Some options are half day, others full day with lunch included.
Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge.
Safari Adventure Boat.
– Horseback Riding to Arenal Volcano.
-Arenal Mundo Aventura Canopy Tour.
– Arenal Mountain Biking.
– La Fortuna Waterfall on Horseback.
– Arenal Volcano Hike.
– Arenal Hanging Bridges.
-Lake Arenal kayaking.
-Venado Caves.
– Safari Kayaking.
-Sky Tram & Nature Walk.
Afternoon: Free time. Lunch and dinner not included unless a meal is included in your tour selection.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Hotel Arenal Paraiso
Day 6: TRANSFER TO MANUEL ANTONIO NATIONAL PARK
Stop At: Manuel Antonio National Park, Manuel Antonio, Quepos Costa Rica
Enjoy a typical breakfast before the transfer to your next destination: Manuel Antonio National park in the Pacific Ocean. After a 5 hours drive, check in at Hotel Villa Lirio. Free time for enjoy the rest of the day on your own or relax at the swimming pool. Lunch and dinner on your own.
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Hotel Villa Lirio
Day 7: MANUEL ANTONIO NATIONAL PARK
Stop At: Manuel Antonio National Park, Manuel Antonio, Quepos Costa Rica
With only 900 hectares, including 12 islands in its vicinity, Manuel Antonio National Park is the smallest and yet the most visited park in the country. This is a guided walk where we will appreciate the park’s importance as a transition zone where the tropical dry forest and rainforest meet. In a relatively short distance, you can appreciate the mangrove wetlands and visit one of the most beautiful beaches on the Pacific coast. Wildlife in the park is abundant and is likely to have a chance to see sloths, raccoons or any of the three types of monkeys (capuchin, squirrel and howler monkeys). Have reported more than 350 species of birds in the park and surrounding areas is common to see agoutis, armadillos, iguanas and raccoons. After the tour, return to the hotel and free time.
Duration: 5 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Hotel Villa Lirio
Day 8: TRANSFER OUT
Stop At: San Jose, San Jose, San Jose Metro, Province of San Jose
Transfer to the International Airport accordingly with your scheduled flight and Good bye.
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
