Experience the best of Costa Rica in 15 days filled with tranquility and tropical dense rainforest. In this 50th birthday idea, make sure you don’t miss the diverse landscapes, from plantations to volcanoes when you travel across the country. On this adventure, you will have the chance to explore the Caribbean and Pacific coasts, both offering unique cultures and long stretches of sand to relax. Discover lush national parks like Arenal and Rincón de la Vieja, where you can hike, zipline, and wind down in natural hot springs. Finish with more beach time on the Pacific coast before returning to San José.
Trip Highlights
- Journey to the Caribbean Coast to relax in the laid-back atmosphere of Playa Chiquita.
- Explore the Cahuita National Park and its diverse marine and rainforest ecosystems through boat rides and guided hikes.
- Enjoy a relaxing day at your own pace, indulging in beach activities or rejuvenating spa treatments.
- Enjoy Scenic Driving Landscapes during your entire journey when you embark in the private transportation from one place to another.
- Discover the Arenal National Park and the lush rainforest canopy with hanging bridges. Unwind in natural hot springs.
- Choose from a variety of activities such as bird watching, hiking, horseback riding, onboarding a boat for adventure, or adrenaline-pumping ziplining.
- Traverse the Guanacaste mountain range to reach Hacienda Guachipelin and explore the unique volcanic landscapes and hot springs.
- Conclude your journey at Bahía del Sol on the Pacific coast, where you can soak in the serene atmosphere and enjoy beach activities for the final days of your adventure.
What’s Included?
- Transfers to the airport pick-up and drop-off, ground transportation throughout the itinerary.
- Accommodation of 14 nights in twin shared rooms.
- Breakfast included daily. Specific meals as specified in the itinerary.
- Full day guided tour in Cahuita National Park, including transportation, entrance fees, snorkeling equipment, and lunch.
- Half-day tour of hanging bridges in Arenal National Park, including transportation, bilingual guide, and entrance fee.
- Half-day horse riding tour to Oropendola waterfall, including transportation, local guide, and entrance fee.
- Optional Upgrade: Canyon adventure tour at Rio Perdido.
- Choose your self-drive option with hiring a manual SUV compact vehicle from days 2 to day 15., with car insurance, satnav, and free mileage included.
Sample Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Juan Santamaria International Airport in San José, where a private representative will be there to meet you and hand over your document pack. Journey to Hotel Presidente to relax.
Day 2: Travel to Caribbean coast in a journey of 4 hours, and check-in at Namuwoki Lodge for a leisure time at Playa Chiquita in the Caribbean coast.
Day 3: Explore Cahuita National Park by boat and join a hiking adventure. Then, return to the hotel for free time and privacy.
Day 4: Free day to enjoy beach activities or spa treatments.
Day 5: Travel to the Arenal area to enjoy the scenic drive passing through several towns and cities such as Limón City, Sarapiqui, San Miguel, Venecia and Aguas Zarcas. Check-in at the hotel booked in the area.
Day 6: Explore Arenal National Park with hanging bridges with the option of relaxing in the hot springs.
Day 7: Free day in Arenal for various activities, such as bird watching, hiking, go on a boat for a river-based safari, or soar above the forest canopy on a zipline .
Day 8: Travel to Guanacaste mountain range and Rincón de la Vieja National Park. The first part of this drive takes in the scenic Lake Arenal, and you will travel through stunning landscapes before arriving at your destination, Hacienda Guachipelin hotel. Visit the National Park and its wildlife, bubbling mud spots, steam vents and hot springs.
Day 9: Horse riding tour or other activities, leisure time.
Day 10: Travel to the Pacific coast, and check-in at Bahía del Sol, as your home for the next four nights. This place has a relaxing setting with lovely views of Potrero Beach and the Pacific Ocean.
Day 11-13: Free days for beach activities or relaxation.
Day 14: Return to San José, and check-in at Hotel Presidente for your last night in Costa Rica.
Day 15: Transfer to airport for departure.
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