Explore Costa Rica: Coffee, Volcano & Wildlife

Itinerary

• Day 1: Arrival, San José - Naranjo

  Welcome to Costa Rica! Upon your arrival in San Jose, our representative will greet you with "Pura Vida!" and then escort you to the Naranjo area. About an hour later, you will reach your hotel. Check-in and then enjoy the rest of the afternoon at leisure.

  • Naranjo

• Day 2: Naranjo, Half-Day Espiritu Santo Coffee Plantations Tour

  As Naranjo is famous for its extensive coffee plantations, it would be a great place to go deep into the history and culture of coffee. Join in a half-day Espiritu Santo Coffee Plantations Tour to see coffee trees and learn the traditional methods of processing coffee beans. Moreover, you could take an ecological walk along the paths of the hotel after the tour to appreciate the flora and fauna of this region.

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  • Naranjo

• Day 3: Naranjo - La Fortuna, Tabacón Hot Springs

  Head toward the Arenal Volcano area via a private vehicle after breakfast. During the road, you will pass through several towns with its fields that plant crops of pineapple, banana, and sugar cane according to the season. Upon arrival in La Fortuna, a town near Arenal Volcano, check into your hotel and take a short break.

  This evening you will visit the world-famous Tabacon Hot Springs. Several geothermal rivers are divided into pools according to the natural topography. What a unique experience it is that lounging in the hot springs surrounded by tropical gardens!

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  • La Fortuna

• Day 4: La Fortuna, Optional Activities

  Wake up this morning to the harmonious sounds created by nature and enjoy a delicious Costa Rican breakfast. Today is left for you to explore this area at your own pace since there are lots of activities for people to choose from. You may like spend the day exploring the Arenal Volcano National Park, hiking through its rainforest, walking on its hanging bridge and spot the wildlife hiding in the canopy, climbing the steps down to La Fortuna Waterfall and swimming in its natural pool, or even trekking to the lava fields and get closer to the volcano.

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  • La Fortuna

• Day 5: La Fortuna - Manuel Antonio

  Take private transportation departing for Manuel Antonio located on Central Pacific Coast. Settle in after arriving at your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

  A wide variety of wildlife and excellent beaches makes this area one of the most popular destinations in Costa Rica. There are plenty of activities to keep your days busy and it is recommended to spend at least three nights.

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  • Manuel Antonio

• Day 6: Manuel Antonio

  Manuel Antonio National Park with its magical combination of rainforest, beaches, and coral reefs is what you can't miss in Costa Rica. Today, led by a local nature guide, you will walk through the rainforest inhabited by a large variety of flora and fauna, stamp on the white sand beaches and feel the soft waves rolling over your feet. Your guide will help you locate toucans, iguanas, and some other rare and adorable creatures.

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  • Manuel Antonio

• Day 7: Manuel Antonio, at Leisure

  Enjoying your hotel facilities or beach time would be also a good choice. For adventurers, continue your passion with a lot of fun things such as kayaking, snorkeling, and horseback riding.

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  • Manuel Antonio

• Day 8: Manuel Antonio - San José, Departure

  Say goodbye to Costa Rica and take a private transfer back to San Jose airport for your departure flight. It is recommended that you choose a flight that departs no earlier than mid-day since the drive time between Manuel Antonio and the airport usually takes about 3 hours.

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