Basic Costa Rica: Coastlines & Cloud Forests, Costa Rica

Basic Costa Rica: Coastlines & Cloud Forests

Stay flexible in Costa Rica on this unique two-week adventure. You'll hit the volcanoes, a cloud forest, and both of the incredible coasts. Chill out on white-sand beaches and explore pristine wildlife reserves. Best of all, this trip gives you the flexibility to create the adventure of a lifetime, so you can soar across the treetops by zipline, rappel down a waterfall, or learn to surf the Pacific breaks. Take a trip that's packed with just the essentials — everything you need to explore the diversity and beauty of Costa Rica. Read more

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DAY 1

San José

Arrive at any time. Tonight, explore the La California barrio with your fellow travellers. Stop in at one of the many bars to get to know your group over a few drinks. Cheers to new friends and new adventures!

Hotel: None

DAY 2

San José/Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Travel to the Caribbean coast and enjoy the tropical seascape.

Hotel: None

DAY 3

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Opt to go snorkelling in the Caribbean or hiking in Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge.

Hotel: None

DAY 4

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Opt to go snorkelling in the Caribbean or hiking in Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge.

Hotel: None

DAY 5

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca/San Carlos

Travel north by bus up the Caribbean coastline before heading inland through varied landscapes. In the afternoon, arrive to San Carlos and to the rural community of Coope San Juan. Stay overnight with a local family for an authentic Costa Rican experience.

Meals: Dinner

Hotel: None

DAY 6

Cantón de San Carlos/La Fortuna

Take the short drive to La Fortuna, the adventure capital of Costa Rica. Options abound—soak in Arenal's hot springs or get the adrenaline pumping with whitewater rafting or waterfall rappelling.

Meals: Breakfast,

Hotel: None

DAY 7

La Fortuna

Enjoy an entire free day in La Fortuna. Opt to go whitewater rafting, mountain biking, caving, horseback riding, or a tour of the Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge. Like much of Costa Rica, the area is a birders’ paradise, with over 600 species as permanent residents. After a long day of exploring, you can choose to take a relaxing soak at Baldi Hot Springs.

Hotel: None

DAY 8

La Fortuna/Monteverde

Travel from La Fortuna to Monteverde and into the cool mountain air of the area. Stop at Life Monteverde, a coffee cooperative for coffee tastings, and a tour of their farm to learn about sustainable agriculture. In the afternoon, take time to venture out and explore the mountainous town of Monteverde.

Hotel: None

DAY 9

Monteverde

Free day to enjoy; opt to tour the cloud forest or visit a coffee plantation.

Hotel: None

DAY 10

Monteverde/Santa Teresa

Travel to the Pacific coast of the Nicoya Peninsula and enjoy this laid-back beach town.

Hotel: None

DAY 11

Santa Teresa

Surf or swim the waves, practice yoga on the beach or chill out in this laid-back beach town.

Hotel: None

DAY 12

Santa Teresa

Surf or swim the waves, practice yoga on the beach or chill out in this laid-back beach town.

Hotel: None

DAY 13

Santa Teresa/San José

Travel back to the capital for a final evening with the group.

Hotel: None

DAY 14

San José

Depart at any time.

Hotel: None

Inclusions

Your G for Good Moment: Life Monteverde Experience, Monteverde Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends Your Local Living Moment: Coope San Juan Homestay, Cantón de San Carlos Your Discover Moment: La Fortuna Your Discover Moment: Monteverde

Beach time in Puerto Viejo and Santa Teresa

Free time in La Fortuna and Monteverde

All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Not Included

Additional 5% GST

International Flights and VISA fees

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