A luxury 10-day itinerary introducing you to some of Costa Rica’s highlights.
This itinerary starts with two nights at El Silencio Lodge and Spa. This luxury hotel is just over two hours from San Jose, nestled in the rainforest canopy. Start your trip in complete tranquillity and enjoy time exploring the surroundings with your guide. You then continue on the Arenal region, famous for its volcano. Spend three nights here in a gorgeous hotel and enjoy some adventure activities for which this region is famous. The next two nights are spent surrounded by the Monteverde Cloud Forest. Your tour will take you through the forest and also up high through the canopy along hanging bridges. You can finish your trip with three nights relaxing on the beach in beautiful Guanacaste.
Trip Highlights
Enjoy a hike to stunning waterfalls in the Central Valley.
Relax at the Nayara Springs Hotel overlooking the Arenal Volcano.
Zipline over Lake Arenal with spectacular volcano views.
Take on a rafting trip on the Balsa River for an exhilarating experience.
Exploring the Monteverde Cloud Forest, including canopy hanging bridges.
When to go
A trip to Costa Rica can be done year-round, as each region offers unique experiences in both the dry and green seasons, with warm temperatures and abundant wildlife throughout the year.
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The activities suggested by the team I may not have booked had I done this myself, but I am so pleased that they did, particularly the zip line at Arenal - a once in a lifetime experience great to tick off the bucket list!
– Humboldt Client
Day by Day Itinerary
Arrive in San Jose where your guide will be waiting to take you straight to Bajos del Toro deep in the rainforest.
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Today you will travel to Arenal where you will spend three nights, overlooking the famous volcano.
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Enjoy a thrilling half-day rafting adventure through gentle rapids and calm river pools in a rainforest canyon, guided by a professional who provides all safety gear and instructions. Along the way, you may spot wildlife like monkeys, sloths, and tropical birds, making it a perfect blend of excitement and nature.
Transfer across beautiful Lake Arenal to the Monteverde region where you will spend the next two nights.
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