Costa Rica Active Adventure

$1.424,25 / Per Person

  • Duration

    13 Days

  • Min Age

    12 +

  • Country

    Costa Rican Colon, CRC

  • Location

    Costa Rica

  • Posted 2 days ago

  • 4,5 Super

Overview

Booking Type

G Adventures

Duration

13 days

Age Requirement

12-90 yrs

Max Group Size

16

Guiding Method

Festival & Events

Trekking, biking, horseback riding, kayaking, ziplining. Costa Rica really is the "Adventure Capital of the Americas." Thrill-seekers will find more than enough to keep themselves busy over this trip’s 13 action-packed days. After landing in San José, embark on four days of exploration around Monteverde and Arenal Volcano. Raft down the mighty Pacuare River before crossing over to our remote rainforest lodge, surrounded on all sides by the thick, enveloping jungle. End the journey by heading down to the beach at Puerto Viejo. Phew! Tired yet? No? Time to book!

ITINERARY

Arrive at any time.
There are no planned activities during the day, so check in to the hotel and explore the city. If you arrive early enough, you'll have time to explore the city.

Accommodation:
- Hotel Rincón del Valle (or similar).

Included Activities:
- Welcome Meeting - Meet Your CEO and Group

Drive through Costa Rica's beautiful countryside to Monteverde to explore the verdant cloud forest and enjoy the surrounding area.
Today's ride can be a bumpy ride on some unpaved roads, but the views along the way are spectacular. Opt to prebook the Monteverde Guided Night Walk for a spectacular evening introduction to this magnificent place.

Accommodation:
- Sibu Lodge (or similar).

Transport:
- Private Vehicle: San José to Monteverde 04:00 Hr(s)

Optional Extras to chose from:
- Guided Cloud Forest Night Walk

Enjoy a free day for optional activities in and around Monteverde like ziplining, horseback riding, or touring the cloud forest.
Your CEO will let you know about all the activities available and help you pick the best option for you.

Get your adrenaline pumping and pre-book the Costa Rica Adrenaline Bundle on the checkout page to include this optional activity on your tour or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance.

Accommodation:
- Sibu Lodge (or similar).

Optional Extras to chose from:
- Costa Rica Adrenaline Bundle

Travel through rolling hills and across a lake to La Fortuna, where there is free time to explore.
The town of La Fortuna lies near the base of the Arenal Volcano and is a perfect launch pad to go wild and let the adrenaline flow with a range of adventure sports.

Accommodation:
- Hotel Eco Arenal (or similar).

Transport:
- Shared van: Laguna de Arenal to La Fortuna 00:30 - 00:45 Hr(s)
- Boat: Laguna de Arenal 00:45 Hr(s)

Enjoy a free day in La Fortuna. Opt to go whitewater rafting, waterfall rappelling, paddleboarding or one of the many other optionals this region has to offer. Spend another day getting your adrenaline pumping, viewing local wildlife, marveling at the Arenal Volcano and getting to know more about La Fortuna's Costa Rica.


Accommodation:
- Hotel Eco Arenal (or similar).

Cycle the area around La Fortuna on a guided half-day biking tour. At night, opt to relax and soak in hot springs at the base of Arenal Volcano.


Accommodation:
- Hotel Eco Arenal (or similar).

Included Activities:
- Arenal Cycling Trip

Additional Notes: Please note it will be necessary to repack your bags according to the rafting packing list provided for the Pacuare River trip as it is an early departure tomorrow.

Enjoy a two-day guided rafting expedition along the Pacuare River, stopping at times to explore on foot, then stay the night in rustic cabins built along the river.
In the morning, transfer from La Fortuna to the put-in point for rafting on the Pacuare River. On this first day, stop down river for a short hike to explore waterfalls, and scenic, hidden canyons. In the evening, stay at a jungle lodge on the banks of the Pacuare River in a scenic, but remote location.

Accommodation:
- Pacuare Eco River Lodge (or similar).

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Included Activities:
- Pacuare Guided Rafting Expedition – Day 1

Additional Notes: Our accommodation is in a rustic lodge which has multi-share dormitory-style rooms, with shared bathroom facilities.

Get off the river for the day to explore the jungle by foot.


Accommodation:
- Pacuare Eco River Lodge (or similar).

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Included Activities:
- Pacuare Rainforest Guided Hike

Continue down river to the take-out point, then travel to the Caribbean coastal town of Puerto Viejo.


Accommodation:
- Hotel Cabinas Guarana (or similar).

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch

Transport:
- Private Vehicle: Rio Pacuare to Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Included Activities:
- Pacuare Guided Rafting Expedition – Day 2

The Caribbean is famous for its sun, sand and surf. Hop on a bike and take a ride to the beach, then pull on a rash guard, grab a big board and get ready to hang ten like a local with an included surf lesson.
The picturesque village of Puerto Viejo de Talamanca is known for its incomparable white- and black-sand beaches surrounded by exotic tropical vegetation. Rent a bike or hire a boat to Manzanillo, hike to Monkey Point through the Gandoca-Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge. Try snorkelling or take it easy and and explore La Isla Botanical Gardens.

Accommodation:
- Hotel Cabinas Guarana (or similar).

Included Activities:
- Biking Puerto Viejo
- Surfing Lesson

Enjoy free time in Puerto Viejo and soak up the sun on the Caribbean. The warm turquoise water is ideal for swimming, fishing, kayaking, boogie boarding, and surfing. Opt to take a boat trip, snorkel the nearby reefs, or cycle down the coast.


Accommodation:
- Hotel Cabinas Guarana (or similar).

Return to San José and take advantage of a final day to shop for souvenirs (coffee anyone?).


Accommodation:
- Hotel Rincón del Valle (or similar).

Transport:
- Local bus: Puerto Viejo de Talamanca to San José 05:00 - 05:30 Hr(s)

Depart at any time.


Included Activities:
- Departure Day

Destinations

  • San Jose / CR

  • Monteverde / CR

  • La Fortuna / CR

  • Arenal Volcano National Park / CR

  • Puerto Viejo de Talamanca / CR

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