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Discover Costa Rica: Rainforests, Volcano Trails & Pacific Coast – 11 Nights

Experience the incredible natural beauty of Costa Rica on this unforgettable 11-night journey through lush rainforests, active volcanoes, cloud forests, and stunning Pacific beaches. Discover the country's remarkable biodiversity as you travel from the vibrant capital of San José to the wildlife-rich canals of Tortuguero National Park, the dramatic landscapes surrounding Arenal Volcano, the misty forests of Monteverde, and the golden shores of Tamarindo.

This package includes return London flights with baggage, airport transfers throughout, carefully selected hotels and lodges, guided sightseeing, wildlife experiences, Arenal Volcano hiking, Monteverde Hanging Bridges, a night walk in the cloud forest, and stays in Tortuguero, La Fortuna, Monteverde, Tamarindo, and San José. Perfect for travellers seeking wildlife encounters, breathtaking scenery, outdoor adventure, and the laid-back spirit of Costa Rica's famous "Pura Vida."

Quick Summary

Return London flights with baggage included
✔ Airport transfers throughout
✔ 11-night multi-centre Costa Rica adventure
✔ Tortuguero National Park wildlife experience
✔ Arenal Volcano, Monteverde & Tamarindo included

Package Overview

Begin your adventure in San José before venturing into the waterways of Tortuguero National Park, one of Costa Rica's richest wildlife habitats. Continue to La Fortuna to explore the spectacular Arenal Volcano before discovering the misty cloud forests and hanging bridges of Monteverde. End your journey on the beautiful Pacific coastline in Tamarindo, where golden beaches, breathtaking sunsets, and relaxed coastal charm provide the perfect finale to an unforgettable Costa Rican adventure.

Destinations & Highlights

San José – Costa Rica's vibrant capital, colourful markets & local culture.
Tortuguero National Park – Jungle canals, wildlife cruises & incredible biodiversity.
Arenal Volcano – Lava trails, rainforest scenery & spectacular volcano views.
Monteverde Cloud Forest – Hanging bridges, night walk & unique cloud forest wildlife.
Tamarindo – Pacific beaches, surfing, sunsets & coastal relaxation.
Costa Rica – Rainforests, volcanoes, wildlife & the unforgettable "Pura Vida" lifestyle.

Best Time to Travel

Costa Rica is a fantastic year-round destination. The dry season from December to April offers sunny days and ideal conditions for wildlife viewing, hiking, and beach relaxation, while the green season from May to November showcases lush rainforests, fewer crowds, and spectacular natural scenery.

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Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in San José

Welcome to Costa Rica! Upon arrival at Juan Santamaría International Airport, you will be greeted by a local representative and transferred to your hotel in San José, the country’s vibrant capital city.

If time permits, you may wish to explore some of San José’s cultural highlights, lively cafés and local markets.

Overnight stay in San José

Hotel: Auténtico Hotel ★ ★ ★
Room: Double Room
Auténtico HotelAuténtico Hotel

Day 2: Journey to Tortuguero National Park

Your adventure begins with an early morning journey through the lush landscapes of Braulio Carrillo National Park, one of Costa Rica’s most biodiverse rainforest reserves.

6:00 a.m. and 6:30 a.m. A driver will pick you up at your hotel in San Jose. For an hour and a half admire the biodiversity of a protected area, while we pass through Braulio Carrillo's National Park. 

8:30 a.m.  Enjoy breakfast en route. 

10:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.  You will arrive at the marina dock, then, you will board a comfortable boat, and thus the adventure will begin to enjoy this enchanting paradise while navigating through beautiful rivers, canals, and lagoon 

1:00 p.m.  Arrival at the Lodge, and enjoy a refreshing welcome cocktail and a delicious lunch. 

2:45 p.m.  You will visit the small town of Tortuguero, with all its Caribbean charm.  

7:00 p.m.  Dinner at the Lodge. 

Overnight stay in Tortuguero National Park

Hotel: Aninga Lodge Tortuguero ★ ★ ★
Room: Double Room
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Aninga LodgeAninga Lodge

Day 3: Wildlife Exploration in Tortuguero

Today you will explore the extraordinary waterways of Tortuguero National Park on a guided boat safari. Cruise through narrow jungle canals where your expert guide will help spot wildlife such as monkeys, sloths, caimans, iguanas and colourful tropical birds. The park is one of the most important wildlife sanctuaries in Costa Rica. The remainder of the day is free to relax at the lodge, enjoy the surrounding rainforest or take advantage of the lodge facilities.

Overnight stay in Tortuguero National Park

Hotel: Aninga Lodge Tortuguero ★ ★ ★
Room: Double Room
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Aninga LodgeAninga Lodge

Day 4: Travel to La Fortuna & Arenal Volcano

Today in the morning, after breakfast, it's time to say bye to Tortuguero and get ready to continue your adventure. You will travel back to the dock, and you will continue by bus to Guápiles, where you will enjoy lunch. After lunch, transportation will pick you up and take you through the northern plains of the country with its exotic tropical flora and different plantations before you get to La Fortuna, the little town located by the impressive Arenal Volcano. 

Overnight stay in La Fortuna

Hotel: Hotel Lavas Tacotal ★ ★ ★
Room: Double Room
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Hotel Lavas TacotalHotel Lavas Tacotal

Day 5: Arenal 1968 Volcano Hike

Today, you'll explore the surroundings of Arenal Volcano from within the Arenal Volcano 1968 Park and other nearby nature reserves. The trails in the area are generally not strenuous—perfect for a leisurely and informative hike with a naturalist guide. 

The tour starts with a transfer from your hotel to the entrance of the 1968 Trail. Here, you can use the facilities and read up on the history of the area before you head out on your hike. Then, it's time to hit the well-maintained trails that skirt the base of the Arenal Volcano as well as Lake Arenal. Your guide will explain the history of the area both pre- and post-1968 eruption, while also pointing out the unique flora and fauna you will encounter.  Of course, the trail also provides magnificent views of the massive Arenal Volcano for perfect photos. 

Overnight stay in La Fortuna

Hotel: Hotel Lavas Tacotal ★ ★ ★
Room: Double Room
Meals: Breakfast
Hotel Lavas TacotalHotel Lavas Tacotal

Day 6: Travel to Monteverde Cloud Forest & Night Walk

Today after a delicious breakfast a transportation service (car-boat car)  will take you crossing the Arenal lake by boat and up a bumpy road by car until you reach the town of Santa Elena, where the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve is located.  Green, breezy and cool, Monteverde Cloud forest is one of the most exciting destinations in Costa Rica. Set on a high mountain ridge, its tiny village, Santa Elena, was founded in the 50s by a small group of conservation-minded Quakers who were looking for a peaceful place to live.  

In the evening you will have an amazing experience, a night walk tour, during the night walk tour, you will learn about the nocturnal life of the forests.  Depending on the season you may see sleeping birds such as the famous Quetzals, Toucans, Bellbirds, and visiting migratory birds. Frequently observed are the cute Kinkajous and other mammals such as Sloths, Olingos, and Monkeys. Other night creatures are snakes, tarantulas, frogs, and amazing insects.   

Overnight stay in Monteverde

Hotel: Sibu Boutique Hotel ★ ★ ★ ★
Room: Double Room
Meals: Breakfast

Day 7: Hanging Bridges of Monteverde

Transportation service will pick you up to enjoy the Hanging Bridges tour, it consists of 1.9 miles of trails, in which our visitors will encounter eight bridges of various lengths ranging between 170 feet and 560 feet. Each bridge has a width of 5 ft and the largest capacity in Costa Rica of up to 80 people per bridge; which makes the treetop walkways at Selvatura Park, not only the longest bridge system in Costa Rica but also the safest and strongest. 

Walking through the bridges, visitors have the opportunity to appreciate the wide variety of flora and fauna of Monteverde and observe the endemic biodiversity of the cloud forest canopy which is not found anywhere else in the world. The treetop walkways provide the best vantage point to observe the beauty of the cloud forest at all its levels. Once you finish the visit to this amazing park you will be transferred back to the hotel. 

Overnight stay in Monteverde

Hotel: Sibu Boutique Hotel ★ ★ ★ ★
Room: Double Room
Meals: Breakfast

Day 8: Transfer to Tamarindo Beach

At the appropriate time, a transportation service will take you for a 3.5-hour drive west through Guanacaste, past volcanic mountain ranges, flatlands, and villages as you head toward the fabulous Pacific Coast. 

Tamarindo Beach is one of the best destinations to end your travel, there you can enjoy surfing, other beach-related activities, good food, and many activities to discover in couple or family. Once you arrive, you can rest up at your hotel or spend the afternoon exploring.   

Overnight stay in Tamarindo

Hotel: The Coast Beachfront Hotel ★ ★ ★
Room: Double Room 
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 9: Tamarindo Beach Leisure Day

Enjoy a full day at leisure in Tamarindo. Relax on the beach, swim in the warm Pacific waters or join optional activities such as surfing lessons, snorkeling, kayaking or ATV adventures along the coastline. Allow yourself to admire a sunset nature while you enjoy your favorite cocktail. 

Overnight stay in Tamarindo

Hotel: The Coast Beachfront Hotel ★ ★ ★
Room: Double Room 
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Coast BeachfrontCoast Beachfront

Day 10: Explore Tamarindo & Pacific Coast

Another day to soak up the beauty of Costa Rica’s Pacific coast. Enjoy beach relaxation or consider optional excursions such as fishing trips, scuba diving or exploring nearby beaches and national parks. In the evening, watch a spectacular Pacific sunset: one of Tamarindo’s most memorable experiences.

Overnight stay in Tamarindo

Hotel: The Coast Beachfront Hotel ★ ★ ★
Room: Double Room 
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 11: Return to San José

After breakfast, transfer back across the country to San José. Enjoy your final evening in Costa Rica, reflecting on your journey through rainforests, volcanoes and beautiful beaches.

Overnight stay in San José

Hotel: Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Costa Rica ★ ★ ★
Room: Standard Room 
Meals: Breakfast

Day 12: Departure from Costa Rica

After breakfast, transfer to Juan Santamaría International Airport for your onward flight. Depart with unforgettable memories of Costa Rica’s incredible wildlife, volcanoes and tropical landscapes.

Meals: Breakfast

11 Nights
from CA$8,058pp
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Departure  Dates :

- £2149pp: 08, 15, 21, 29 Sep 2026
                   02, 10, 14, 20 Oct 2026
- £2249pp: 28, 31 Aug 2026
- £2349pp: 05, 12, 21, 30 Nov 2026
- £2449pp: 01, 05, 09, 13 Dec 2026
                   26, 28, 30 Apr 2027
                   03, 11, 19, 28 May 2027
                   04, 09, 13, 17 Jun 2027
- £2599pp: 16, 21, 26, 31 Jan 2027
                   02, 10, 18, 25 Feb 2027
                   01, 06, 10, 14 Mar 2027

If you cannot find a date that fits your travel dates or looking to travel on our Costa Rica Essentials tour in 2027 then please use the enquiry form below and we will aim to tailor an experience to your needs.

Inclusions :

 Return flights from London with baggage

 1 Night stay in San José at the 3★ Auténtico Hotel

 2 Night stay in Tortuguero National Park at 3★ Aninga Lodge

- Scenic boat transfer via Tortuguero’s jungle canals
- Visit to Tortuguero Village
- Guided morning canal tour in Tortuguero National Park with naturalist guide
- All meals included during lodge stay (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)

 2 Night stay in La Fortuna at 3★ Hotel Lavas Tacotal

- Guided hike at Arenal Volcano 1968 Park with views of the iconic Arenal Volcano
- Free time to explore La Fortuna and surrounding rainforest landscapes

 2 Night stay in Monteverde at 4★ Sibu Boutique Hotel

- Monteverde Hanging Bridges experience through the cloud forest canopy
- Night walk in the Monteverde Cloud Forest to discover nocturnal wildlife

 3 Night stay in Tamarindo at 3★ The Coast Beachfront Hotel

- Breakfast and dinner included during your beach stay

 1 Night stay in San José at 3★ Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Costa Rica

 Sightseeing and experiences as per the itinerary at all destinations

 Private airport transfers on arrival and departure in San José

 Shared/scheduled transfers between San José, Tortuguero, La Fortuna, Monteverde and Tamarindo

 Scenic Car–Boat–Car transfer across Lake Arenal between La Fortuna and Monteverde0

 Daily breakfast throughout the itinerary plus additional lunches and dinners as mentioned

 Services of local English-speaking guides during excursions

 Currently applicable local taxes

 Based on 2 adults sharing

 Call us for prices and details for other dates

 We always strive to confirm the hotels listed in the package you choose, but in rare cases where we cannot, like-for-like alternatives will be provided.

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