Day 1: Arrive to San José. Private transfer to your hotel.
Welcome to Costa Rica! For your added comfort, our representative will be waiting for you just outside the airport doors, holding a sign with your name. After clearing immigration and customs, you’ll be greeted and escorted by your private transfer, ensuring a smooth and comfortable ride to your hotel in San José.
AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen (1 Night)
Day 2: In the morning, enjoy a transfer from San José to Arenal.
The Northern Plains of Costa Rica showcases some very scenic countryside towns. Small agriculture communities and cattle ranches cover rolling hills and deep valleys. The plains, rainforests and rivers make the north central a must-see in any Costa Rica program. The main attraction is the iconic Arenal Volcano.
The Arenal Volcano area is Costa Rica’s premier region of exploration and excitement: Arenal is synonymous to adventure and Eco-discovery, where you can embark in a wide variety of activities. Enjoy the thrill of whitewater rafting or canyoning, or combine adventure with ecological discovery in a canopy tour. Hike the volcano or explore the rainforest strolling through hanging bridges. Feel transformed by the beauty and variety of our wildlife and tropical jungle. Get ready for a life changing adventure!!
Lomas del Volcan Hotel (2 Nights)
Day 3: Shared Excursion: Sunset Cruise on Arenal Lake
Lake Arenal is the best place in the region to enjoy a sunset, but access to the best points is only possible by boat. The sunset illuminates the west flank of the volcano with warm colors, the details of the crevices and canyons are best appreciated at sunset, these are the scars that mark the mountain in each period of activity. The mountains are surrounded by lush vegetation and, high in the Blue Mountains, you can see windmills that produce energy. Unique landscapes that you want to capture in your photographs.
While you navigate in these calm waters, the boat will be right between the volcano and the sunset, in the journey of about two hours, it is common to observe herons, kingfishers, and anhingas, what’s more, with a bit of luck you will also observe mammals such as sloths monkeys or coatis.
Your guide will provide very interesting information that will allow you to understand the history of the lake and the volcano and how both came to be so visited by tourists from all over the world.
As the sun sets and the breeze from the lake caresses your face, it is time for a glass of good wine and cheese to celebrate the end of a wonderful day.
Transportation, Naturalist Guide.
Day 4: Transfer from Arenal to Monteverde via Arenal Lake
Pickup will be arranged directly from the hotel in the Arenal area. The journey begins with a drive towards Arenal Lake, where participants will board a boat to cross the lake, enjoying panoramic views of Arenal Volcano, Chato Hill, Arenal Lake, the Tilarán mountain range, and more. Upon reaching the opposite shore, passengers will board a minivan for the 1.5-hour drive to Monteverde, with drop-off at the hotel.
A startling haven for all that is living and natural, the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve promises a journey that will make you one with nature–at a whole new level. Located in the Cordillera de Tilarán, Monteverde is one of the top ecotourism destinations the world over, being one of the most spectacular wildlife sanctuary and nature reserve in the world. It is actually home to some of the most endangered species in the planet. Its elevation is from 600 meters to 1800 meters above sea level in some isolated areas. It currently houses about 2,000 plant & tree species, 400 bird species, 100 species of mammals and around 1,200 amphibians and reptiles as well as hundreds of unique fern and orchid species. Birds are one of the main attractions in Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve as a lot of them would migrate there and a variety of species are for everyone to see alive and freely hovering. Some of the famed birds found in the cloud forest are the bare-necked umbrella birds, the endangered Bellbird, quetzals and over 30 species of hummingbirds.
Day 5: San Lucas Treetop Dining Experience.
One of the world’s top 20 most romantic dining destinations—two years in a row!
Immerse yourself in an extraordinary culinary experience with “A Tribute to Costa Rica”, our most refined menu yet. Choose between a 9-course tasting menu or a 6-course tasting menu, each thoughtfully crafted to celebrate the rich flavors, traditions, and natural wonders of Costa Rica.
Perched among the treetops, San Lucas offers an intimate and unparalleled setting, blending fine dining with nature’s beauty. Our expert guides will take you on a gastronomic adventure, unveiling fascinating stories behind native ingredients and Costa Rican culinary heritage. Every dish is designed to delight the palate, captivate the senses, and touch the heart.
9 dishes from the tasting menu, excluding beverages and transportation.
Day 6: Transfer from Monteverde to Quepos/Manuel Antonio
A place of swaying palms and playful monkeys, sparkling blue water and a riot of tropical birds, Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio is the country’s smallest and most popular national park. It’s a truly lovely place; the clearly marked trail system winds through rainforest-backed white-sand beaches and rocky headlands, the wildlife (iguanas, sloths, monkeys) is plentiful, and the views across the bay to the pristine outer islands are gorgeous. Manuel Antonio National Park combines the rainforest with breathtaking white-sand beaches, among the most beautiful in Costa Rica. The Manuel Antonio Region has received plenty of coverage in travel magazines, earning it the distinction of one of the 10 most beautiful places in the world! Manuel Antonio’s humid tropical forest remains green year-round. The town itself is spread out across a hilly and curving road. Along this main road, near the top of the hill, are the area’s most luxurious hotels and fine-dining restaurants, surrounded by rain forest with amazing views of the beaches and offshore islands. From Manuel Antonio you can experience whitewater rafting, guided rainforest waterfall walks, horseback riding, snorkeling and sports fishing.
Optional activities in the Area:
Some activities include: Manuel Antonio National Park visit and a variety of water sports, including surfing the legendary waves, diving and snorkeling and sunset cruises.
* Note that Manuel Antonio National Park is closed on Tuesday. *
Si Como No Hotel (2 Nights)
Day 7: Free Day at Quepos/Manuel Antonio
Relax and explore at your own pace, whether lounging at your resort, enjoying the nearby beaches, or embarking on one of the many optional activities available in the area.
Day 8: Departure from Manuel Antonio to the International Airport Included: Private Transfer Manuel Antonio to International Airport
