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!
Hotels (10 nts), jungle lodge (2 nts).
3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
Allow USD460-600 for meals not included.
Public bus, private vehicle, bicycle, boat, raft, hiking.
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
San Jos?: Arrive at any time.
San Jos?/Monteverde: Drive through Costa Rica's beautiful countryside to Monteverde to explore the verdant cloud forest and enjoy the surrounding area.
Monteverde: Enjoy a free day for optional activities in and around Monteverde like ziplining, horseback riding, or touring the cloud forest.
Monteverde/La Fortuna: Travel through rolling hills and across a lake to La Fortuna, where there is free time to explore.
La Fortuna: 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.
La Fortuna: 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.
La Fortuna/Pacuare: 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.
Pacuare: Get off the river for the day to explore the jungle by foot.
Pacuare/Puerto Viejo de Talamanca: Continue down river to the take-out point, then travel to the Caribbean coastal town of Puerto Viejo.
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca: 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.
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca: 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.
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca/San Jos?: Return to San Jos? and take advantage of a final day to shop for souvenirs (coffee anyone?).
San Jos?: Depart at any time.
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