Costa Rica 9-day tour
10-Day Costa Rica Adventure: Volcanoes, Rainforests, Rivers and Beaches
Rates:
- Single: $2290
- Double: $1800 per person.
- Triple: $920 per person.
- 13% mandatory government tax.
Discover the heart of Costa Rica on this 10-day adventure. From the vibrant capital of San Jose to the lush rainforests of Tortuguero and the stunning Caribbean coast, this itinerary offers a perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and cultural immersion.
Day 1: Arrival and San Jose City Tour
- Welcome to Costa Rica! Upon arrival at Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO), you’ll be greeted by our representative and transferred to your hotel in San Jose. Enjoy the rest of the day exploring the city’s vibrant culture and delicious cuisine.
- Stay: 2 nights.
- Hotel: Cultura Plaza, Balmoral or similar.
Day 2: Day Trip. Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfalls, and Coffee Plantation
- Embark on an unforgettable journey to the majestic Poas Volcano, renowned for its breathtaking crater lake. Immerse yourself in the lush cloud forest as you hike through the La Paz Waterfall Gardens, encountering exotic wildlife and cascading waterfalls. Conclude your day with a visit to a traditional coffee plantation, where you’ll learn about the art of coffee production while savoring a delicious cup.
- Departure: 06:00am
- Return: 5:00pm.
- Inclusions: Breakfast, lunch, coffee tasting, all entries included, guide, transportation.
Day 3: Tortuguero National Park Adventure
- Begin your rainforest adventure with a scenic boat ride to Tortuguero National Park, often called the “Amazon of Costa Rica.” Immerse yourself in the lush greenery as you explore the intricate canal system, searching for exotic wildlife like sloths, monkeys, and colorful birds.
- Stay: 2 nights
- Hotel: Superior Ecolodge.
- Includes: Breakfast on the route on the first day, all meals in full-board style with breakfasts, lunches, dinners, excursion to the village, tour through the Tortuguero Canals within the national park, lodging, land and water transfers, guide.
- Does not include Entrance to the National Park $17 USD per person, turtle nesting tour (in season).
Day 4: Tortuguero Wildlife Encounter
- Morning Tour: Tortuguero Canals Tour.
- Continue your exploration of Tortuguero National Park, taking guided hikes through the rainforest or enjoying a leisurely boat tour. Keep your eyes peeled for incredible wildlife sightings, including turtles, caimans, and a variety of bird species.
Day 5: Caribbean Paradise: Puerto Viejo
- Leave the rainforest behind and head to the vibrant Caribbean coast. Relax on the stunning beaches of Puerto Viejo, soak up the sun, and enjoy the laid-back atmosphere.
- Transfer to Puerto Viejo
- Stay: 3 nights
- Hotel: Villas del Caribe or similar. Breakfast included.
Day 6: Day Tour-Cahuita National Park: Snorkeling and Hiking
- Experience the underwater world with a snorkeling adventure in Cahuita National Park, home to a diverse array of colorful fish and coral reefs. After your aquatic exploration, embark on a guided hike through the park, encountering lush vegetation and fascinating wildlife.
- Pick-Up time: 08:00am
- Return: 03:00pm approx.
- This incredible tour to Cahuita National Park includes: entrance fees, lunch, transfers, guide, snorkeling, and a hike within the National Park.
Day 7: Puerto Viejo.
Day 8. Pacuare River White-Water Rafting 2-Day Tour.
- 2 days of rafting on one of the most scenic rivers in Costa Rica, 100% adrenaline and nature. Includes meals, accommodation at a Rafting Lodge by the river, and 2 days of rafting.
- This authentic rafting experience includes: transfers, guides, breakfasts, lunches, dinner rafting class II, III, IV.
Day 9: Rafting Tour
- Last day of rafting. After the tour, transfer to San Jose at the appropriate time.
- Stay: 1 night
- Hotel: Hampton by Hilton-Airport.
Day 10. San Jose-Alajuela
Transfer to the airport at the appropriate time
This incredible adventure in Costa Rica includes:
- 3 nights in San Jose. Breakfast.
- 2 nights in Tortuguero with meals
- 3 nights in Puerto Viejo. Breakfast.
- 1 night at the Pacuare River.
- Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfalls, and Coffee Plantation tour. Breakfast, lunch.
- Tortuguero National Park boat tour. All meals.
- Cahuita National Park snorkeling and hiking tour. Lunch.
- Pacuare River white-water rafting. Breakfast, lunch.
- Airport transfers.