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San José, Costa Rica → San José, Costa Rica

Country: Costa Rica
Start: San José, Costa Rica
End: San José, Costa Rica
Date: Flexible
Duration: 12 days
Theme: Wildlife
Physical rating: Moderate
Meals: 10 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners
Transport: Private vehicle, boat, flight, zipline, walking
Price: On Request

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Trip Highlights

Explore the rainforest landscapes surrounding Arenal Volcano.
Relax in geothermal hot springs fed by volcanic activity.
Cross Lake Arenal by boat beneath the Arenal Volcano cone.
Walk through Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve at night.
Spot quetzals, sloths, monkeys, and toucans in protected reserves.
Visit Manuel Antonio National Park’s rainforest-fringed beaches.
Cruise by boat into the Osa Peninsula and Corcovado region.
Hike through primary rainforest in Corcovado National Park.
Snorkel around the coral reefs of Caño Island Biological Reserve.
Observe scarlet macaws, tapirs, and tropical marine life.
Experience Costa Rica’s biodiversity across volcanoes, cloud forests, and Pacific coastline.

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Itinerary

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Inclusions

Private guided airport transfers
Accommodation throughout the itinerary
Private transfers and transportation between destinations
Domestic flight from Drake Bay to San José
Guided visit to Manuel Antonio National Park, including transport, entrance fees, guide services, water, and fruit snacks
Entrance fees to Corcovado National Park
Entrance fees to Caño Island Biological Reserve
Meals as specified in the itinerary
Local sales taxes

Exclusions

International airfares
Travel insurance
Personal expenses
Optional tours and activities not listed in the itinerary
Drinks and beverages unless specified
Tips and gratuities
Items not specifically listed as included

Will This Trip Suit You?

Enjoy wildlife, rainforest ecosystems, and nature-based travel.
Want to experience Costa Rica beyond standard resort destinations.
Interested in birdwatching, marine life, and biodiversity.
Enjoy moderate hikes and outdoor activities in humid climates.
Appreciate eco-lodges and remote natural settings.
Want a mix of volcanoes, cloud forests, beaches, and jungle.
Comfortable with boat transfers and regional flights.
Prefer active sightseeing over city-focused travel.
Prefer luxury resorts or urban-focused holidays.
Have limited mobility or difficulty walking on uneven trails.
Dislike heat, humidity, insects, or tropical weather conditions.
Prefer shorter travel days with less overland movement.
Uncomfortable with remote rainforest accommodation.
Prefer nightlife, shopping, or heavily structured itineraries.
Prone to seasickness during boat transfers or snorkelling trips.

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Exotic Costa Rica

Trip Highlights

Itinerary

Day 1: San José

Day 2: San José – Arenal Volcano

Day 3: Arenal Volcano

Day 4: Arenal Volcano – Monteverde

Day 5: Monteverde

Day 6: Monteverde – Manuel Antonio National Park

Day 7: Manuel Antonio National Park

Day 8: Manuel Antonio National Park – Corcovado

Day 9: Corcovado National Park

Day 10: Caño Island Biological Reserve

Day 11: Corcovado – San José

Day 12: Departure

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Inclusions

Exclusions

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