10-Day Costa Rica Adventure: Arenal, Monteverde & Tamarindo

Ten days that balance the pulse of adventure with time on the sand. From San José you head to the northern plains and the Arenal volcano, prime territory for white-water rafting and canopy tours, then to the Monteverde cloud forest and its wildlife. You wind down on the Guanacaste coast at Tamarindo, one of Costa Rica’s best-loved surf towns, with waves for all levels and calm days by the sea.

Highlights: rafting and canopy tours at Arenal, Monteverde cloud forest, surfing at Tamarindo.

Best for: first-time visitors who want adventure and beach in one easy loop.

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.