Others

All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Tortuguero Canals boat tour, Tortuguero village (Day 3); Arenal Volcano trail 1968 hike; Baldi Spa hot springs (Day 5); Monteverde Hanging Bridges (Day 6) Meet & Greet Hotel taxes

Transport

Arrival shared transfer from Juan Santamaria International Airport (Day 1) Shared transfers between areas including Land and Boat ride to Tortuguero and Lake Crossing Arenal-Monteverde Departure private transfer to Juan Santamaria International Airport (Day 9)

Meals

8 Breakfasts 3 Lunches (Day 2-4) 2 Dinners (Day 2, 3)

Guide

Operated with English- and Spanish-speaking local guides during the scheduled activities (Day 3, 5, 6). Please note you will be accompanied by local guides for the activities only. There is no guarantee that you will be part of a group, or part of the same group during the tour.

Accommodation

8 night’s accommodation Day 1 San Jose Standard Hotel Category = Wyndham Herradura or similar 3* Day 2, 3 Tortuguero Standard Hotel Category = Pachira Lodge or similar 3* Day 4, 5 Arenal Standard Hotel Category = Lomas del Volcan or similar 3* Day 6 Monteverde Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Monteverde Country Lodge or similar 3* Day 7, 8 Tamarindo Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Tamarindo Diria or similar 3*

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Others

Visa fees Domestic flights International flights Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise) Optional tours (if any) Any visit not mentioned in the program Porterage and gratuities Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any) Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc. KNOW BEFORE YOU GO It is advisable to arrive no later than 20:00 in San Jose since pick-up day 2 is early in the morning around 05:30 Due to the scheduled private transfer to the airport, a set time for departure is not recommended. The transfer will be adjusted to the time of the flight. Otherwise recommended not to leave before noon We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons Children can be added to the booking when sharing a room with at least 2 adults, if not they must be added to the booking with the adult rate. Maximum 2 children per room Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed In many hotels in Costa Rica, the triple rooms are double room with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple room No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed Please note single are available to book under request.

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

Optional

Other activities and services are not included.

Flights

Flights are not included.

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrival San Jose (20Km – 30Min)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrival San Jose (20Km – 30Min)

Welcome to San Jose, Costa Rica! Our representative will greet you at the airport; assist you with your luggage and transfer to the hotel in San Jose. Overnight in San Jose.
Day 2 Day 2: San Jose – Tortuguero (120Km – 3Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: San Jose – Tortuguero (120Km – 3Hrs)

At the agreed time, shared transportation will pick you up and transfer you to your next destination, the wonderful area of Tortuguero located in the North Caribbean to board the boat that will take you to the lodge where you will immerse yourself in a perfectly quiet, laid back and tranquil stay. Upon arrival, get comfortable in your hotel room and enjoy lunch (included). Afterwards, enjoy a nature walk through the private tropical trails of the Lodge. You can discover the local species such as reptiles, birds and some mammals; monkeys are abundant in this region. In the evening, savour dinner at the lodge. Overnight in Tortuguero.
Day 3 Day 3: Tortuguero
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Tortuguero

Wake up early and meet your guide for an early morning tour through the Tortuguero Canals, a must activity while you are in Costa Rica. Discover its network of canals, lagoons and dense rainforests through an early boat tour guided by an expert naturalist guide. Abundant wildlife inhabits Tortuguero, including 57 species of amphibians, 111 species of reptiles, and 60 species of mammals. Return to the Lodge for breakfast. In the afternoon, visit the enchanting village of Tortuguero; the town a small population of around 500, no cars, and is located on a relatively narrow spit of land between the beach and a canal. Take a closer encounter with the Caribbean culture; discover its people and lifestyle walking through this colourful town. Overnight in Tortuguero.
Day 4 Day 4: Tortuguero – Arenal
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Tortuguero – Arenal

Breakfast included at the lodge and then proceed to checkout. Afterwards, be ready to continue your trip. Shared transfer by boat and land from Tortuguero to Guapiles region. Afterwards, continue on a shared transfer to your next destination: La Fortuna de San Carlos, home of the majestic Arenal Volcano. Lunch included. Upon arrival get comfortable in your room and enjoy the hotel facilities. Overnight in Arenal.
Day 5 Day 5: Arenal
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Arenal

Breakfast included at the hotel. Today enjoy the most extraordinary view of the Arenal Volcano on a hike along the base and flanks of this giant on the Arenal 1968 park. During the hike, the expert guide will explain to you all about the volcano: its activity periods, a little bit of history related to it and will show you some landmarks that have left over the years. Astonishing views, ear-catching information, unbelievable stories and the chance to meet the local wildlife, will remain as your favourite memories of Costa Rica after this experience. During the late afternoon, be ready to slip into sublime waters of varying temperatures for extended soaking intervals. Often, a cold pool lies adjacent to a warm pool, which allows you to cool down or heat up as you please. Enjoy and relax in this Thermal Paradise. Overnight in Arenal.
Day 6 Day 6: Arenal – Monteverde
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Arenal – Monteverde

Breakfast at the hotel and then proceed to checkout. At the agreed time, continue to your next destination: the magical Monteverde cloud forest. This service, half tour – half-shared transfer is a scenic and fast way to go from La Fortuna to the Monteverde area. You will board into a very comfortable and safe pontoon boat for a 30 to 40 minutes (approx.) ride to Rio Chiquito, a little town on the other side of the lake. Once at Rio Chiquito, we will leave the boat and take a short break to stretch the legs, after, another 1.5hr bus ride to get to the hotels in the Monteverde area (during the rainy season this transfer could take longer) Duration approx. of 3.5 hours (Land and boat). Once in Monteverde, spend your afternoon at Selvatura Park. Here you will experience closer the mysteries of the cloud forest by enjoying a great combination of suspension bridges and platforms that offers you an opportunity to explore the forest canopy in a safe and easy manner. Overnight in Monteverde.
Day 7 Day 7: Monteverde – Tamarindo
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Monteverde – Tamarindo

Breakfast at the hotel and then proceed to checkout. At the agreed time, shared transfer to Tamarindo. Overnight in Tamarindo.
Day 8 Day 8: Tamarindo
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Tamarindo

Breakfast included at the hotel. Enjoy your free time to relax under the sun and palm trees or discover the Tamarindo area and its surroundings. Overnight in Tamarindo.
Day 9 Day 9: Tamarindo – Departure San Jose
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Tamarindo – Departure San Jose

At the appropriate time, departure private transfer from your hotel to Juan Santamaria International Airport to take your flight back home.

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Itinerary of your trip Pura Vida Experience

Day 1: Arrival San Jose (20Km – 30Min)

Day 2: San Jose – Tortuguero (120Km – 3Hrs)

Day 3: Tortuguero

Day 4: Tortuguero – Arenal

Day 5: Arenal

Day 6: Arenal – Monteverde

Day 7: Monteverde – Tamarindo

Day 8: Tamarindo

Day 9: Tamarindo – Departure San Jose

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