Costa Rica Coast to Coast. Complimentary GPS included
(18 Days / 17 Nights) Price from: $ 1,175.00

Are you ready to see all that is shown on the Discovery Channel and the National Geographic Channel? This trip offers the unique experience of the Rain Forest and tropical beaches. Start your vacation right by booking a guided hike or a Canopy tour to enjoy unsurpassed beauty like you've never seen. Enjoy navigating the Tortuguero Canals, relax at the laid-back village of Puerto Viejo, catch a glimp of the red lava of Arenal volcano, experience Monteverde, discover tropical beaches in Manuel Antonio and more! 

San José- Tortuguero- Puerto Viejo- Sarapiquí- Arenal- Rincon de la Vieja- Samara- Monteverde- Manuel Antonio- San José

Day by day itinerary

Day 01: Arrival at San Jose, Costa Rica. Hotel Rincón del Valle. Standard Room. Transfer to hotel in San Jose. After passing through Immigration you will be met by one of our representatives. He will take you to your hotel and give you your welcome kit. Overnight in San Jose City. Strategically located near La Sabana Metropolitan Park, the heart of the city of San José, you will find Rincón del Valle Hotel and Suites, ready to offer you a comfortable and friendly environment where guests can enjoy themselves of the peacefulness and security of the area.

Day 02: Transfer to Tortuguero National Park. Pachira Lodge. Standard Room. (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner).

Early in the morning a bilingual guide will meet you at the Hotel. The park has a great biological variety, due to the existence within the reserve of eleven different habitats, including rainforest, swamps, beaches, and lagoons. The park is located on the Caribbean coast, and its beaches are key nesting ground for endangered sea turtles, such as Hawksbill, Loggerheads, Green and Leatherbacks. The rivers within the park are home to sensitive populations of manatees, as well as caimans, crocodiles, and Tropical Gar, which is considered a living fossil. The forests are home to jaguars, three-toed sloths, and three of Costa Rica's four species of monkey. Basilisk lizards and poisonous frogs also inhabit the area, along with 375 species of birds including kingfishers, toucans, blue herons, peacocks, and parrots. There are more than 400 species of trees and approximately 2,200 species of plants. 

Day 03: Tortuguero National Park. Pachira Lodge. Standard room (B, L, D).

Opportunity to explore the Tortuguero National Park area. Hiking and boat trips are included.On turtle nesting season (July to October), there is an optional tour at night available upon request at the hotel (Not included).

Day 04: Pick up rental car. Self drive to Puerto Viejo. Cariblue Hotel. Standard Room (B).

Cariblue is the ideal place to relax and enjoy nature, the resort lays few steps away from a beautiful, pristine white sand beach named Playa Cocles and just a mile from the typical village of Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, where Afro Caribbean, Indian and other world cultures are mixed in harmony.Cariblue has private and comfortable bungalows nestled in a gorgeous tropical garden of almost 5 acres (20.000 sqm). All the bungalows feature a private balcony overlooking the resort's tropical gardens. Spend a lazy day by the beautiful pool area, kid's pool, solarium Laguna; relax in the Jacuzzi and in the swim up bar, where you can enjoy a selection of fine tropical cocktails.The Caribbean side of Costa Rica is renowned for its variety of aquatic ecosystems and its different colored sandy beaches, an ideal setting for varied beach and nature activities.Located in front of Cocles Beach (awarded with the Costa Rican Government Blue Flag for clean beaches), at the South Caribbean Coast of Costa Rica, just a few steps from the Caribbean Sea, with the tropical rainforest in background. 

Day 05: Free day in Puerto Viejo. Cariblue Hotel. Standard Room (B).

Day 06: Self drive to Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui. Heliconias Island. Standard Room (B).

The Sarapiquí region is in the North East sector of Costa Rica. It is an area well known for it's great bio-diversity Tourists can reach the island by car or public bus. It is an easy 1 hr drive from the capital city of San José.Feel the enchantment of varieties of towering heliconias and tropical plants. Cross the bridge into a unique world of natural harmony surrounded by the sounds and songs of birds, howler monkeys, and the flowing river.  

Day 07: Self drive to Arenal Volcano. Hotel Arenal Springs. Junior Suite (B).

The Arenal Volcano National Park lies within the Arenal Conservation Area, protecting eight of Costa Rica's 12 life zones and 16 protected reserves in the region between the Guanacaste and Tilarán mountain ranges, and including Lake Arenal. Arenal Volcano has been constantly active since it woke up after 400 years. One of the world's most active volcanoes, Arenal produces huge ash columns, explosions and glowing red lava almost every day. Fascinating fauna and flora exist here in amazing quantities making this a prime location for viewing many different species of both plants and animals. 

Day 08: Free day Arenal Volcano. Hotel Arenal Springs. Junior Suite (B).

Optional tours: Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge, Tour To the Arenal Volcano and Tabacón Resort Hot Springs, Sport Fishing in the Arenal Lake, Arenal Volcano Hike Tour, Mountain Biking, Venado Caves Tour, horseback Riding to Arenal Volcano, Peñas Blancas Safari Float. 

Day 09: Self drive to Rincón de la Vieja. Hacienda Guachipelin. Superior Room (B).

Along the Pan American highway you will discover Guanacaste and Rincon de la Vieja National Park. Hacienda Guachipelin is a lodge located near beautiful waterfalls that can be discovered by horse or hiking. There are rivers, waterfalls, natural pools, thermal waters, volcanic mud, tropical forests, birds, mammals, reptiles, insects and more. In the National Park exist countless attractions, waterfalls, boiling mud pools, vapor vents, thermal waters, sulfur springs, a volcanic crater and a lake on the mountain summit.   

Day 10: Rincón de la Vieja. Hacienda Guachipelin. Superior Room (B).

Day 11: Self drive to Samara. Hotel Giada. Standard Room (B).

Playa Samara is one of the nicest beaches on the Nicoya Peninsula. Not only is it a wide and beautiful, sandy beach but it is also very safe for swimming as there is a coral reef protecting the coast from waves and currents. Snorkeling, windsurfing and diving are some of the popular water sport activities available in this area. The vacation homes of many wealthy Costa Ricans dot the landscape. Even though Sámara is somewhat secluded, you can find and buy anything you might need during your stay. 

Day 12: Free day at Samara Beach. Hotel Giada. Standard Room (B).

Day 13: Self-drive to Monteverde. Fonda Vela (B).

The spectacular Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve is a very important and popular ecotourism destination in Costa Rica. With its unique cloud canopy, this biological reserve located in Puntarenas province is 6 km east of the town of Santa Elena. Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve is one of the most stunning and breathtaking nature reserves in the entire world. Unlike rainforests, cloud forests usually receive much less rain in comparison. However, because a cloud forest is situated at a higher altitude, it has more humidity and is therefore cloudier than a rainforest. This biological reserve sits at an elevation of between 1,200 m to 1,600 m, and is surrounded by a misty cover that supports a fantastic diversity of flora and fauna. Often creating a surreal environment, this reserve is considered to be among the most exceptional wildlife sanctuaries in the New World Tropics.

Day 14: Free day in Monteverde. Fonda Vela (B).

Optional tours: Sky Walk or Sky Trek, Canopy Tour, Selvatur, etc.

Day 15: Self drive from Monteverde to Manuel Antonio. Hotel Plaza Yara (B).

Manuel Antonio, on the Pacific Coast with an estuary, mangroves, a lagoon, beautiful beaches and winding paths, all this on 638 hectares of land and 55.000 hectares of protected marine environment.. Throughout the park, you will find the famous wildlife Costa Rica is known for, monkeys, sloths and lots of birds among others. A splendid combination of nature experience and beach fun!

Day 16: Free days at Manuel Antonio. Hotel Plaza Yara (B).

Situated on the 400 acre peninsula of Punta Quepos  with splendid views to the Pacific Ocean and surrounding lush tropical rain forest  where 100’s of species of wildlife make their home. It is located within minutes from the World Famous Manuel Antonio National Park and the small sport fishing town of Quepos.

Day 17: Self drive to San José. Country Inn & Suites. Standard Room (B) 

Car rental drop Off at the hotel. 

Day 18: Transfer out to International Airport.

 Please note that the Rincón de la Vieja National Park and Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio are closed on Mondays!

Includes:

• Personalized information, maps, brochures, vouchers.
• Airport transfers upon arrival and departure.
• Local Travel Program Support
• 24 hours emergency service.
• 17 nights lodging at hotels indicated at the preceding itinerary.
• Breakfast and local taxes.
• All meals, transfers by boat and bus, guide and tours in International company – (SIB) in Tortuguero.
• 14 days rental car
  
  • 4x4 Daihatsu BeGo or similar
  • free mileage
  • Free GPS service during car rental.

Excludes:

• Other meals than indicated as included.
• Basic car insurance, US$ 18,00 daily, additional insurance, fuel.
• National Park Entrance fees US$ 10,00 per person
• Optional excursions tours and activities
• Airport taxes US$ 28,00 per person
• International Flights.
• Personal expenses.
• Tips.

Price Conditions:

High Season

Double Occupancy

US$ 1200,00 per person

November 01, 2011 to April 30, 2012

July 01to August 31, 2012

Low Season

US$ 1175,00 per person

Double Occupancy

May 01 to June 30, 2012

September 01 to October 31, 2011/2012

Except Christmas, New Years -and Easter Week

Important Note:

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What To Bring:

The most important things to bring are your travel documents: a valid passport, flight and hotel information, health insurance card and driver's license (if you plan on renting a car in Costa Rica). We advise you to make three copies of these documents. Put one copy in your carry-on bag, one copy in your suitcase and leave one copy at home.

Basic Tropical forests, colorful wildlife and spectacular beaches are part of daily life in Costa Rica. The climate varies depending on where you are, so pack accordingly.
1 Prepare for hot, humid summers. Shorts, T-shirts, sundresses, skirts and tank tops in lightweight fabrics should keep you cool. Take a sweater for evenings at a higher elevation.
2 Bring plenty of sunblock. Also include insect repellent, a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses and a swimsuit.
3 Take rubber-soled sandals or hiking boots for journeys into the rain forests. Flip-flops and sandals are great for resorts and hanging out by the beach.
4 Pack separate clothes for evenings. Simple dresses are great for women, while men will do well in long shorts and a button-down shirt.
5 Prepare for cool winters, particularly in the northern regions and at higher elevations. Long pants and long-sleeved shirts are a must, while a fleece jacket or a sweater is advisable.
6 Take an umbrella if you plan to travel between May and November - Costa Rica's wettest period. A rain slicker will come in handy while hiking.
7 Take an electric converter and adapter.

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