Costa Rica Family Tour: Tortuguero, Arenal, Monteverde & Mal País
12 Days / 11 Nights
An easy, varied first trip to Costa Rica with kids. From San José you head to the Caribbean canals of Tortuguero, where boat rides turn up turtles, monkeys and river birds, then to La Fortuna for two days around the Arenal volcano with waterfalls, hot springs and family-friendly excursions. Next is the Monteverde cloud forest with its famous hanging bridges, before three unhurried days on the Pacific at Mal País, a laid-back surf beach.
Highlights: Tortuguero canals, Arenal hot springs, Monteverde hanging bridges, Mal País beaches.
Best for: families who want wildlife, gentle adventure and beach time at a relaxed pace.
This is a sample itinerary. We tailor every trip to your dates, pace, hotels and budget — just tell us what you would like to change.
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What’s included?
- All services indicated in the above itinerary.
- Personalized information and vouchers list.
- Local Travel Program Support, 24 hours emergency service.
Accommodation Services:
- 1 Night at Presidente Hotel, Breakfast Included
- 3D/2N Tortuguero | Standard Room Package Evergreen Lodge Ground and boat transportation from San José / to Guápiles, tour to the Tortuguero canals by boat through the National Park and Visit to Tortuguero Village.
- 2 Nights at Arenal Springs Resort, Breakfast Included
- 2 Nights at Poco a Poco Hotel & Spa, Breakfast Included
- 3 Nights at Nantipa, Breakfast Included
- 1 Night at Real Intercontinental Hotel, Breakfast Included
Transfers services:
- Private Transfer from Internationa0l Airport to San José
- Private Transfer from Guápiles to Arenal
- Private Transfer from Fortuna to Monteverde by Boat
- Shuttle Transfer from Monteverde to Santa Teresa/Malpaís AM
- Private Transfer from Monteverde to Santa Teresa
- Private Transfer from Santa Teresa/Malpais to San José
- Private Transfer from San José to International Airport – 2 Adults
Excursions:
- Shared Excursion| Safari Float at the Peñas Blancas River
- Shared Excursion | Gold Pack: Canopy + Hanging Bridges
Extra Services:
- Entrance to Tortuguero National Park
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Not included
- Other meals than indicated as included.
- National Park fees are not included in the total price unless specified
- Other excursions tours and activities indicated as optional or not included.
- Airport taxes (US$ 29.00 per person in case it is not included in your flight ticket)
- International flights.
- Personal expenses. Tips and extras at hotels.
- Travel insurance.
Pricing depends on your travel dates, preferences, and availability. Request your custom itinerary to receive a detailed proposal and price.
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