Welcome to Costa Rica! Take a first look at the diversity that Costa Rica offers: volcanic mountain ranges, green forests, racing rivers, and beautiful coffee plantations along the hillsides. Head to Chayote Lodge nestled on a hilltop in the cloud forest of Naranjo&#8217;s coffee region. Here you will enjoy a stay in one of 12 expansive bungalow suites that showcase the area&#8217;s nature, culture, and, of course, coffee with views to Poas, Barva, and Irazu Volcanos.

San Jose | Naranjo

Rise and shine to a beautiful day with near endless views of coffee plantations and the Central Valley. After a delicious Costa Rican breakfast, discover the history of this ancient beverage. Venture along to visit the coffee plantation of Espiritu Santo where you will be introduced to traditional cultivation methods. In the afternoon, an ecological walk through the hotel&#8217;s property takes you to experience enchanting species of colorful birds and plants. (B)

Naranjo

After breakfast, head towards the Northern Lowlands, taking in the pastures, wetlands, jungles, rainforests, cloud forests, and river webs at every turn. En-route, cross distinctive towns including Zarcero and Florencia before arriving at the village of La Fortuna. Check-in to your hotel, where later on today you can experience the world famous Tabac&#243;n Hot Springs, featuring thermal springs that rise from the volcanic earth and form waterfalls, streams, tranquil pools, and ponds. (B,D)

Naranjo | Arenal Volcano

Power up with breakfast at your hotel and get ready for an exotic adventure to discover the Arenal Hanging Bridges, a series of 15 suspension bridges, platforms and trails in the rainforest that share amazing views of Lake Arenal and the Volcano. The bridges form part of a 2-mile self-guided trail through the rainforest that allow you to explore the forest canopy in a safe and easy way. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure to explore the area at your own pace. (B)

Arenal Volcano

Enjoy breakfast and then head out on scenic mountain roads to the beautiful Manuel Antonio National Park, located on the Pacific Coast and acclaimed as one of the country&#8217;s most popular beach destinations. Here you will find spectacular beaches ideal for swimming and a tropical rainforest brimming with wildlife. With so many options available, consider such activities as snorkeling, surfing, or join in a canopy tour where you glide from tree to tree along the upper reaches of the forest. (B)

Arenal Volcano | Manuel Antonio

Savor a full Costa Rican breakfast at your hotel and get ready to enjoy the amenities of your luxurious resort today with a full day to experience the property at your own pace. Discover the on-site nature trails teeming with wildlife, lounge in the pools, relax on the beach, visit the spa, or choose one of the many tours offered in the area. The options are virtually unlimited. (B)

Manuel Antonio

After breakfast, transfer to the airport in San Jose to board your flight back home. (B)

Manuel Antonio | San Jose to USA (or extend your stay)

HIGHLIGHTS OF COSTA RICA

Catholic Church in Naranjo

San Jose

White Sand Beaches of Manuel Antonio

Experience this unparalleled 8-day Costa Rica vacation package where you will delve into the natural wonders of the country&#8217;s vibrant rainforests and diverse natural habitats. Come view the splendid wildlife by boat as you cruise across the Tortuguero Conservation Area heading towards the Tortuguero National Park area and stay in a forest lodge. On your inspired Costa Rica travel package, take the opportunity to photograph caimans and crocodiles dozing on the banks, fresh water turtles basking on rocks and carefree monkeys swinging through the canopy with clinging babies. Visit the quiet and car-free Tortuguero Village with its deep Afro-Caribbean roots. Join in a guided nature-viewing hike through Tortuguero National Park. Take-in views of San Miguel beach, the village of Venecia, and the hot mineral springs of Aguas Zarcas en route to Costa Rica&#8217;s Northern Lowlands with its diverse pastures, wetlands, jungles, rain forests, cloud forests and river webs. Luxuriate and rejuvenate in the thermal waters of Tabac&#243;n Hot Springs. Tour the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve. This amazing trip to Costa Rica also offers you the opportunity to explore Arenal Volcano National Park, Venado Caves, and La Fortuna Waterfall on an optional excursion. Plus so much more!

Arrive in San Jos&#233; and transfer to your selected hotel. Remainder of the day is at leisure. Overnight in San Jos&#233;.

This morning, head towards the Northern Caribbean Lowlands. Once on the Caribbean side, embark on a scenic 2 &#189; hour boat ride to Tortuguero National Park. The reserve hosts eleven different habitats, including rainforests, mangrove forests, swamps, beaches and lagoons. It is home to over 400 bird, 60 frog, 30 freshwater fish, and 3 monkey species. After lunch, visit Tortuguero village. Dinner and overnight at your selected Lodge. (B,L,D)

San Jose | Tortuguero National Park

Enjoy your second day in Tortuguero National Park. Depending on the weather (the Park receives up to 250 inches of rain a year), join in a guided hike through the jungle to learn about the Park&#8217;s biological diversity and its ecosystems that support threatened flora and fauna species. Take time to explore the secondary canals where you will have a more intimate encounter with the 400-plus tree species. Overnight at your selected Lodge. (B,L,D)

Tortuguero National Park

Midmorning, head to Guapiles for lunch in the heart of Costa Rica&#8217;s banana growing region. Continue towards the north passing the agricultural town of Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui, San Miguel beach, the village of Venecia, and the hot springs of Aguas Zarcas to reach the town of La Fortuna. This evening unwind in the luxurious Tabacon Hot Springs, which features a hot river flowing through a series of pools and tributaries. Relax, enjoy and rejuvenate yourself. Dinner and overnight at your selected lodge. (B,L,D)

Tortuguero National Park | Arenal Volcano

This day is at your leisure to explore the area. We highly recommend a visit to the Arenal Volcano National Park (optional excursion). Although the Volcano is currently in a resting phase, it is assuredly still alive. The Park also offers a wide range of activities. From horseback riding and hiking to zip-lining, whitewater rafting, and more! You can also visit the Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge, Venado Caves and La Fortuna Waterfall. Overnight at your selected hotel. (B)

In the morning, depart to the Monteverde Cloud Forest. Board the passenger boat at Arenal Lake Dam dock for a 30-minute cruise across Lake Arenal, enjoying great views of the Volcano and the Monteverde mountain range. Then, by land, ascend through the Tilar&#225;n Mountain Range. Tonight, tour the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve and discover the wonders of the tropical cloud forest when most wildlife species are active and a new world awakens. (B)

Arenal Volcano | Monteverde Cloud Forest

Day at leisure to enjoy the Cloud Forest by day. It may be your only chance to spot the delightful quetzal with its iridescent green and brilliant blue body and red belly. Alternate tour options include: the Orchid Garden, Frog Pond, the small Bat Jungle; or Butterfly Garden. Beyond wildlife, you can opt to tour the Monteverde Cheese Factory, a coffee or sugar cane plantation tour, or enjoy zip-lining for beginners. Overnight at your selected hotel. (B)

Monteverde Cloud Forest

Transfer to San Jose International airport to board your flight back home. (B)

Monteverde Cloud Forest | San Jose to USA (or extend your stay)

WELCOME TO THE RAINFOREST

Suspended Bridge at Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve

Sea Turtle Eggs in Tortuguero National Park

Violet Sabrewing (Campylopterus Hemileucurus), Monteverde Cloud Forest

Arenal Volcano National Park

Setting Sun at the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve

Travel to Costa Rica on this 9 day/8 night Jungle Adventure Costa Rica travel package and discover the natural wonders of the country&#8217;s world-renown volcano&#8217;s, rainforests, and beaches. Come experience amazing white-water rafting on the Pacuare River, and then enjoy the tranquil ambiance, staying in a thatched-palm-roofed jungle bungalow. Embark on the exciting Sky Tram up Arenal Volcano and zip-line back down to base. Hike acclaimed trails in Manuel Antonio National Park on a guided tour. Take time on your trip to Costa Rica to bask in the glittering sun along the country&#8217;s Pacific beaches or take-in the tropical wildlife and breathtaking flora and fauna. Evenings are meant for relaxing and rejuvenating, featuring a stay at one of Costa Rica&#8217;s top eco-hotels. The natural treasures of Costa Rica beckon for you to explore on this active adventure!

Welcome to Costa Rica! Upon arrival in San J&#243;se, transfer to your hotel.

This morning visit Pacuare River and experience the sheer exhilaration of white water rafting as you navigate 19 miles of Class III-IV white-water passing colorful canyons and crystal-clear waterfalls. Disembark at Pacuare Lodge, a jungle oasis where modern wooden bungalows with thatched palm roofs are built under the trees to provide both privacy and serenity. After lunch, enjoy the afternoon at leisure to relax or join in optional activities. (B,L,D)

San Jose | Pacuare River

Day at leisure to enjoy the scenic beauty of the natural surroundings of the Pacuare River or participate in the optional activities offered at the lodge. Thanks to its proximity to the Caribbean lowlands and the high annual rainfall, this area has an extraordinary abundance of rainforests with massive vegetation, providing protection for jaguars, ocelots, monkeys, sloths, and numerous species of birds and plants. Overnight at the Pacuare Lodge. (B,L,D)

Pacuare River

Head out for your second day of river adventuring today. Stop to explore side streams or savor a picnic lunch along the river before running the Pacuare&#8217;s hardest pounding rapids. Next, continue by land towards Costa Rica&#8217;s Northern Lowlands crossing different mountain towns such as Puerto Viejo (Sarapiqui), San Miguel, Venecia and Aguas Zarcas. Arrive in La Fortuna, located near the foot of Arenal Volcano, one of Costa Rica&#8217;s greatest highlights. (B,L)

Pacuare River | Arenal Volcano

Today, you will experience the Sky Tram, consisting of a slow-paced gondola ride climbing through the rainforest with spectacular views of Arenal Volcano&#8217;s southern face and Arenal Lake, as well as the Tilaran Mountain Range. Take the Sky Tram back down or try the fast-paced Sky Trek, a thrilling zip line circuit tour. You will glide via a series of secure cables connecting one mountain to another back down to the base. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. (B)

Embark on a scenic 4-hour drive to Manuel Antonio, located on the Pacific Coast passing several coastal villages, including the surf town of Jaco and vivacious Quepos, both extremely popular with surfers. Visit beautiful Manuel Antonio National Park, one of the icons of ecotourism and a most popular beach destination in Costa Rica. Try the fun canopy tour for a different nature experience, getting an amazing bird&#8217;s eye view of life from the top. (B)

After breakfast, depart for a half-day tour of Manuel Antonio National Park with its many trails that will lead you through the wonders of its rainforest, brimming with butterflies, monkeys, snakes, iguanas, sloths and tropical flowers. After your hike, take time to bask on the beach or you can choose a more active past-time&#8212;fishing, kayaking, zip-lining, rafting, or parasailing. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure. (B)

Day at leisure. Savor a full Costa Rican breakfast at your hotel and get ready to enjoy the amenities of beautiful Manuel Antonio National Park, located on the Pacific Coast and acclaimed as one of the country&#8217;s most popular beach destinations. Here you will find spectacular beaches and a tropical rainforest brimming with wildlife. With so many options available, consider such activities as snorkeling, surfing, or join in a canopy tour where you glide from tree to tree along the upper reaches of the forest. (B)

After breakfast, transfer to San Jose International Airport for your departure flight. (B)

JUNGLE ADVENTURE

Baby Sloth Eating Mangrove Leaf

Arenal Volcano through the Trees and over Lake Arenal

Pacuare River White Water Rafting Experience

Manuel Antonio located on the Pacific Coast

Close up Eyes of a Jaguar

Travel to Costa Rica where the natural beauty and exotic amazement of this fascinating country come to life. Enjoy this 8-day trip to Costa Rica and take in the beautiful Guanacaste Province on a drive across its cowboy plains en route to the Arenal Volcano area. Join in a floating safari tour along the R&#237;o Fr&#237;o and delve into the Ca&#241;o Negro Wildlife Refuge. On a day at leisure, choose an adventure of your own where you can explore Arenal Volcano National Park, Venado Caves, and La Fortuna Waterfall on an optional excursion. Take time on this Costa Rica vacation package to bask in the glittering sun along one of the many pristine beaches of the North Pacific Region. Relax and rejuvenate with a stay at a splendid all-inclusive resort. Have an outdoor adventure in Guanacaste &#8211; wildlife viewing, snorkeling, surfing, zip-lining and more!&#160;&#160;

Welcome to Costa Rica! Upon arrival at Liberia Airport, transfer to the Arenal Volcano area (an approximate 3-hour drive.) Along the way, we&#8217;ll cross the cowboy plains of the Guanacaste Province and admire the pristine shoreline, beautiful mountain ranges, and volcanoes. The journey continues with the beautiful scenery of the Arenal Lake and its surrounding natural landscapes and country villages. Overnight at your selected hotel in the Arenal area.

ARENAL VOLCANO

Enjoy a full-day tour discovering the natural wonders of the northern wetlands. Join in a floating safari along the R&#237;o Fr&#237;o and the Ca&#241;o Negro Wildlife Refuge that form a biological wetlands site, one of Costa Rica&#8217;s richest areas of natural diversity. While paddling along, experienced guides will teach you about the different species you may encounter - monkeys, caimans, iguanas, crocodiles, sloths, and turtles. This network of languid lagoons is also a birding wonderland. (B,L)

Day at leisure to explore the area at your own pace. We highly recommend a visit to the Arenal Volcano National Park (optional excursion), one of the top destinations for travelers in Costa Rica. While the volcano is still alive and spews smoke, it entered into an indeterminate resting phase in 2010. Other attractions are the Venado Caves and La Fortuna Waterfall and many activities such as whitewater rafting, rainforest hikes, hot springs, canopy zip-lining, and more! (B)

After breakfast, depart Arenal for the Guanacaste area that forms part of Costa Rica&#8217;s North Pacific Region, where hundreds of pristine beaches await you! Guanacaste draws visitors with its vast bird watching, amazing horseback riding, excellent surfing, and superb snorkeling. Also, great mountain lake windsurfing, ATV tours, and a bustling nightlife attract the more adventurous. Enjoy the next 4 nights at your selected all-inclusive resort. (B,D)

ARENAL VOLCANO I GUANACASTE

Over the next 3 days, explore the Guanacaste area. Many local reserves, natural attractions, and special activities are within easy reach of your resort - including Rincon de la Vieja National Park, home to an active volcano, thermal mud baths, and a variety of forests; or Palo Verde National Park, a nature lover&#8217;s paradise. In addition, with canopy tours, river rafting, horseback riding, forest hiking, fishing and much more, there is something for everyone to enjoy! (B,L,D)

GUANACASTE

Transfer to Liberia Airport to board your flight home. (B)

GUANACASTE I LIBERIA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TO USA (OR EXTEND YOUR STAY)

VOLCANO & BEACH GETAWAY

Travel to Costa Rica&#160;with Central Holidays on a splendid&#160;Costa Rica vacation package&#160;to discover the country&#8217;s wildly diverse areas &#8212; lively cities, lush forests, wildlife reserves, volcano views, and tropical beaches &#8212; where there&#8217;s a little something for everyone. Choose from our outstanding range of&#160;Costa Rica travel packages&#160;and come delve into the magic of Costa Rica&#8217;s bustling capital, San Jose brimming with cultural and architectural gems, diverse restaurants, museums and parks to enjoy. Guanacaste&#8217;s beaches beckon along the Pacific Coast with plenty of opportunities for sun and surf. Outdoor adventurers can zip-line high above Monteverde's Cloud Rainforest or enjoy a hiking excursion along the Arenal Volcano. Whether you seek sun, nature or adventure, we offer a comprehensive range of travel programs to this paradisiac country just waiting for you!

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