Begin your journey in Alajuela, a charming city near San José known for its markets, volcano views, and welcoming vibe—perfect for a gentle start to your Costa Rican adventure. From there, catch a domestic flight to the remote and biodiverse Drake Bay, located on the Osa Peninsula. Spend three days in Drake, where you can explore the stunning Corcovado National Park, snorkel at Caño Island, and immerse yourself in the untouched rainforest.
After the wild beauty of Drake, travel north to Manuel Antonio, a coastal gem blending pristine beaches with lush jungle. Over three days in Manuel Antonio, enjoy the famous national park, spot sloths and monkeys, relax on white-sand beaches, and savor the vibrant seaside atmosphere.
Wrap up your trip with a smooth departure (OUT) from the area, carrying memories of Costa Rica’s rich nature and warm culture.
Day 1: Arrive to San José
Welcome to Costa Rica! For your added comfort, once you have passed immigration and customs and stepped out of the airport doors, you will have one of our representatives waiting for you outside with a sign with your name on it. He will drive you to your hotel in San José.
AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen (1 Night)
Day 2: In the morning, a comfortable transfer will take you to the airport, where you’ll catch a scenic domestic flight to the remote and stunning Drake Bay area. Once there, a shared taxi will be waiting to drive you through the lush surroundings to your hotel, giving you your first taste of the area’s wild beauty.
Bahía Drake is one of Costa Rica’s most remote and wildlife-rich destinations, nestled next to Corcovado National Park. Howler monkeys echo through the rainforest, macaws fly overhead, and dolphins swim in the turquoise bay near Isla del Caño. Its isolation helps preserve its wild beauty, with secluded lodges offering a true escape. Reaching Drake Bay by boat from Sierpe is part of the adventure—cruising through mangroves and along the coast. Once there, nature is all around. Whether relaxing in a hammock or exploring through optional outdoor activities, it’s a perfect spot for wildlife lovers.
Pirate Cove Hotel (3 Nights)
Day 3: Enjoy a Shared Excursion to the Corcovado National Park, Sirena Station
Corcovado National Park, located on Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula, is one of the most biodiverse places on Earth. It’s home to scarlet macaws, toucans, tapirs, jaguars, monkeys, sloths, and more.
The Sirena Station is the park’s main ranger station and the best spot for wildlife sightings. Though it’s the most remote and challenging to reach, it offers the unique chance to stay overnight in the heart of the park.
The boat ride to Sirena takes about 1.5 hours.
We recommend that you bring sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, bug repellent, binoculars, bathing suit and most importantly hiking shoes.
Transfer, tickets and guide.
Day 4: The next day, get ready to immerse yourself in the breathtaking underwater world, as you explore the vibrant marine life and crystal-clear waters of the area. Scuba Diving at Caño Island
We leave each day at 7:00 a. m. The transfer to the island takes between 50 minutes to 1 hour. When the boat arrives to the Island, the instructor will go to the Minaet Station on the Island in order to give the register and show the documents with the reservation and the entrances fees. After that the divers go with the instructor for the first dive.
The dive takes 40 minutes or less, depending on the group. Afterwards the group can rest in the island and drink water. It is not allowed to eat on the island, neither are there toilets. After the short rest we will do the second dive. Our diving groups are small and always accompanied by PADI dive masters, assistant instructors or instructors.
Transport, Equipment, Bilingual Guide
Day 5: A transfer will be waiting for you in Sierpe to take you comfortably to Manuel Antonio.
Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio is Costa Rica’s smallest yet most popular national park, known for its white-sand beaches, lush rainforest, and abundant wildlife like sloths, monkeys, and tropical birds. Voted one of the world’s most beautiful places, it offers stunning ocean views and year-round greenery. The nearby town features upscale hotels and restaurants with panoramic vistas. Visitors can enjoy activities like rainforest hikes, water sports, snorkeling, and sunset cruises.
Note: The park is closed on Tuesdays. Optional activities are available but not included.
Si Como No Hotel (3 Nights)
Day 6: Enjoy the Local dive Adventure in Manuel Antonio
Our Local trips are all boat dives mainly in front of the Manuel Antonio National Park which has a beautiful coastline with 12 islands, giving us the pick of many dive sites.
We have an abundance and wide variety of marine life here. We have many tropical reef fish and an array of Puffer Fish, Trigger Fish, octopus, turtles, eels and lobsters. In season you may get the chance to see Manta Rays! We have a variety of soft and hard coral formations, though here on the pacific coast we cannot boast the coral gardens of the Caribbean. We do have an amazing underwater environment formed by the intense volcanic activity that formed this area. Visibility in the rainy season can vary depending on weather conditions; normally (June to November) is between 15 – 30ft and in the dry season it normally (December – May) is between 30 – 65ft.
All trips include 2 tanks, all dive equipment, and dive master, plus snacks, water and fruit juices. We have trips leaving in the morning at 7:30am and afternoon at 12:30pm (afternoon trips only run in the dry season and weather permitting).
Snacks in the boat (fruit, cookies, water and soft drinks) and soft drinks) Specialized PADI dive guide All diving equipment.
Day 7: This day, discover the trails of Manuel Antonio National Park
Join us for the ultimate guided hiking tour through one of the world’s most stunning national parks. Spot monkeys, sloths, exotic birds, reptiles, and butterflies as you hike a scenic 2-mile trail through lush rainforest to a beach ranked among the world’s most beautiful by Forbes.
Enjoy a refreshing beach break with crystal-clear waters and white sand, while your expert guide helps you spot incredible wildlife using high-quality Pentax and Swarovski scopes—perfect for unforgettable photos!
Note: Manuel Antonio National Park is closed on Tuesdays.
Transportation from and to hotel, bilingual guides, park entrance fee.
Day 8: Get ready for your journey back to San José.
Enjoy your last night in the country and take some time to relax as you prepare for your departure tomorrow.
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari (1 Night)
Day 9: Departure from San Jose to the International Airport
