Costa Rica Adventure with Tortuguero Extension
Costa Rica Adventure with Tortuguero Extension
Costa Rica Adventure with Tortuguero Extension
10 Days Starting in San Jose (Costa Rica) and ending in San José Province, San José, Costa Rica
Visiting: San José, Tortuguero, Monte Verde, Arenal Volcano, Místico Arenal Hanging Bridges, Arenal Natura Ecological Park
Tour operator:
Tour code:
VRITZM20
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
15 - 52
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
Please advise request
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Start your Costa Rica journey with the incredible wildlife of Tortuguero. Then its bubbling mud pools, lush rainforests, and an active volcano that are all yours for the taking on this adventure. Starting in the cultural capital city of San Jose, visit turtle nesting grounds and sky walk through the rainforest canopy for enriching and unforgettable memories.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive San José
Location: San José
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Crowne Plaza San José Corobicí
Let the Pura Vida way of life take over as you arrive in Costa Rica's cultural capital, San Jose. Arriving today, settle into your hotel and then head out to explore. Trendy Barrio Amon offers a wonderful glimpse into the history of the city with vast colonial mansions converted into art galleries, whilst Barrio Escalante is the gastronomic epicenter and the best place to grab dinner. Please note that you will not meet your Travel Director until day 4.
Day 2 : San José – Tortuguero
Location: Tortuguero, San José
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Pachira Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Meet a local guide for your journey to Tortuguero today. Traveling to Guapiles this morning, you'll hop on board a boat bound for Tortuguero. A place only accessible by air or water, float through miles of protected canals and listen for the sounds of birdsong as you venture into the Parque National Tortuguero. After settling in, meet up with a Local Specialist for a wander around the bustling little village, learning about its afro-caribbean roots and why it lives up to the meaning of its name, 'turtle catcher'. Wildlife aficionados, the fact that you've just arrived at the Western Hemisphere's largest rookery for Green Turtles is a piece of knowledge probably not lost on you, and you'll be learning more about the green, leatherback and hawksbill turtles who nest in the park on a visit to the Green Turtle Research Station later today.
Day 3 : Tortuguero Sightseeing And Free Time
Location: Tortuguero
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Pachira Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
You'll be up bright and early today to enjoy this beautiful region at its very best. As the sun slowly rises you'll cruise the canals of the national park, keeping a keen eye out for jaguars, macaws, tapirs and over 300 different species of birds, whilst also enjoying the sensation of the park waking up for another day. Basking in a smug sense of having seized the day before others have even woken up, you'll head back to the hotel for breakfast and a relaxing morning to enjoy the hotel facilities. This afternoon, join a Local Specialist for a guided jungle hike to discover the rare and beautiful flora and fauna of the region, as well as the conservation efforts currently being implemented to protect the region's delicate bio-diversity. Tonight, it's then the main event. Operating seasonally, opt to join a trip to watch a beautiful sea turtle laying her eggs on the beach. A real once in a lifetime experience, and a very special moment.
Day 4 : Tortuguero – San Jose
Location: San José, Tortuguero
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Waking to the sounds of the jungle, you'll travel back to San Jose today. En route you'll pass through Braulio Carrillo National Park, one of Costa Rica's most extensive national parks that covers a staggering 44,099 hectares and is home to seven diverse types of habitat. Arriving back into the capital, you'll meet up with your Travel Director and continue your Costa Rica Adventure.
Day 5 : San José – Monteverde
Location: Monte Verde, San José
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: El Establo Mountain Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Finishing up your final morning in San José with a quick sightseeing tour of the city’s most iconic sights, you’ll then travel north towards the creative little town of Sarchí. Widely regarded as the cradle of Costa Rican artisanship, this is the place to buy intricate arts, crafts and souvenirs. The finest display of Sarchí’s creative offering comes courtesy of the highly decorative oxcarts that are displayed here. Elegantly carved and hand painted in bright colors, the oxcart is a national symbol of Costa Rica and a beautiful reminder of its humble beginnings. Take your time browsing the shops and stalls here, before continuing your journey through the Tilaran Mountain range. Climbing higher and higher, we’ll be listening out for the collective sighs of appreciation as you enter the mysterious and misty Cloud Forest.
Day 6 : Monteverde Sightseeing And Free Time
Location: Monte Verde
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: El Establo Mountain Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Meeting up with a Local Specialist this morning, you’ll seemingly step into another world as you enter the Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve. Home to a variety of different eco-systems, you’ll learn about the thousands of different plant and animals species that thrive in this area, many of which only exist right here. Keep your eyes peeled and your ears poised for the sounds of hummingbirds, howler monkeys, sloths, toucans, and if you’re really lucky, the Quetzal bird. Costa Rica has a big reputation as a nature lover’s paradise, and this place won’t let you down. Leaving the forest on a real nature high you’ll have time to relax this afternoon, or join our ‘El Trapiche’ Optional Experience tour where you’ll get to visit sugarcane, banana, orange and coffee plantations.
Day 7 : Monteverde – Arenal
Location: Monte Verde, Arenal Volcano
Accommodation: Resort
Accommodation Name: Tilajari Resort and Conference Center
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy the ride this morning as you travel past cattle ranches and coffee plantations on your way to Arenal Volcano National Park. One of the shining jewels in Costa Rica’s already bedazzling crown, the national park is best known for its bubbling hot springs and geothermal activity, wide variety of wildlife and of course the sleeping giant, Arenal Volcano. As exciting as this all is, your attention upon arrival will likely be taken up by your gorgeous and secluded resort in Arenal, nestled on the banks of the San Carlos River. Boasting outdoor pools, a butterfly garden, botanical gardens growing all manner of fruit trees and tame iguanas roaming the grounds, you’ll likely feel like you’ve entered a little corner of heaven. Settle in and enjoy relaxing in paradise this afternoon, before joining your fellow travelers for an included dinner at the resort restaurant this evening.
Day 8 : Arenal Full Day Sightseeing
Location: Místico Arenal Hanging Bridges, Arenal Volcano, Arenal Volcano
Accommodation: Resort
Accommodation Name: Tilajari Resort and Conference Center
Meals Included: Breakfast
Best way to explore Arenal’s private reserve? On a guided hike, of course! Be astounded by leftover lava rocks and boulders and plunge through the forest for views of the volcano and Arenal Lake. Next up: Reach all new heights at Arenal Hanging Bridges Park. Join a Local Specialist for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience on a ‘sky walk’ through the jungle canopy. Keep your eyes peeled on the suspension bridges while spotting birdlife. To round off the day of your Costa Rica value tour, let your worries drift away over a dip at local hot springs before heading back to your resort.
Day 9 : Arenal Sightseeing And Free Time
Location: Arenal Volcano, Arenal Natura Ecological Park, Arenal Volcano
Accommodation: Resort
Accommodation Name: Tilajari Resort and Conference Center
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Another day, and another chance to explore this natural wonderland. Your morning will begin with a safari float down the Peñas Blancas River, where you’ll join a Local Specialist and get to experience the peaceful tranquility of the rainforest whilst looking for monkeys, sloths, iguanas, caimans and tropical birds. On the way you’ll visit a local family who live and work on the river, gaining an appreciation for how connected the people of Costa Rica are to the natural environment. Back at your resort and with the afternoon free, enjoy going for a dip in the pool or play tennis. You can also join a horseback riding excursion through the rainforest.
Day 10 : Arenal – San José
Location: Arenal Volcano, San José
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Say farewell to Costa Rica and transfer back to San José International Airport, arriving at approximately 11:00 AM.
What's Included
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Meals
As detailed in the itinerary
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Additional Services
Audio Headsets provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences
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Fully Guided
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver on this tour.
What's Not Included
International flights to and from the start and end point of the tour are not included.
Check out our Q&As
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What is the tipping policy?
Hotel and restaurant tips are included. All taxes and porterage charges at hotels are also included.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, An expert travel director and professional Driver is English speaking on this tour.
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Complimentary arrival and departure transfer by shuttle coach is included on the arrival and departure day of your guided holiday. If your flight times do not coincide with the shuttle coach transfer timings you may choose to book and purchase a transfer.
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes
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What is the maximum group size?
The maximum group size is 52 guests.
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in an itinerary.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty and joy of taking a guided vacation with Costsaver is that you get to meet, travel and make friends with people from all over the world.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Costsaver is part of The Travel Corporation, which has been in business for over 100 years.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Costsaver is proud to be a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation started in 2008. To date the charity has donated over US$2 million to assist underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism initiatives around the globe.
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Costsaver requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of costsaver charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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