We Love —
- Combining nature, adventure, and dreamy beaches - Central America boasts intriguing landscapes and authentic culture.
- Marvel at the flora and fauna of enchanting Costa Rica on either a 9 or 11-Night tour.
- Choose from Standard or Superior accommodation throughout your stay, allowing you to tailor this trip to your preferences!
Your Destinations —
Your adventures will start in San Jose, Costa Rica. With 30 national parks and ecological reserves, 11 active volcanoes, meandering rivers and jaw-dropping waterfalls, Costa Rica is truly a natural paradise. In fact, 27% of this country is classified as a nature reserve.
This tour will also take you to Tortuguero, a charming village which features beaches that are major nesting sites for green turtles. Following your here, you will explore Puerto Viejo, Arenal, and finally Manuel Antonio. Jungle treks, hot water pools, majestic volcanoes, and relaxing beaches await - you will be left breathless by the beauty of Central America!
Our Offers —
Choose between a 9 Night Itinerary or a 11 Night Itinerary in Standard or Superior Accommodation.
Your Itinerary In Brief —
9 Night Itinerary
Day 1: UK - San Jose
Day 2: San Jose – Tortuguero
Day 3: Tortuguero – Puerto Viejo
Day 4: Puerto Viejo
Day 5: Puerto Viejo - Arenal
Day 6: Arenal
Day 7: Arenal - Manuel Antonio
Day 8: Manuel Antonio
Day 9: Manuel Antonio - San Jose
Day 10: San Jose - SJO Airport
11 Night Itinerary
Day 1: UK - San Jose
Day 2: San Jose – Tortuguero
Day 3: Tortuguero
Day 4: Tortuguero - Puerto Viejo
Day 5: Puerto Viejo
Day 6: Puerto Viejo - Arenal
Day 7: Arenal
Day 8: Arenal - Manuel Antonio
Day 9: Manuel Antonio
Day 10: Manuel Antonio
Day 11: Manuel Antonio - San Jose
Day 12: San Jose - SJO Airport
Your 9 Night Itinerary —
Day 1: UK - San José (Airport - San Jose)
Welcome to Costa Rica! Meet your English speaking representative at the airport. Transfer to your hotel located in downtown San José, the capital city of Costa Rica. Receive your documentation of travel and enjoy overnight accommodation at your hotel.
Overnight in San José.
Day 2: San Jose - Tortuguero (4 hours on route and 1 hour 30 minutes by boat)
Meet at your reception for a transfer to the Tortuguero pier. Arrive into Guápiles city and enjoy breakfast in a local restaurant, before taking a boat to Tortuguero, travelling on the canals, in the heart of the rainforest. Installation at the lodge and lunch on site. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat ride to the small Caribbean village of Tortuguero, before heading to the lodge. The rest of the afternoon is free for you to enjoy the facilities of the lodge and to take a walk around your surroundings. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Between July and October, you can join a night excursion to observe the nesting of green turtles, baulas or loras.
Overnight in Tortuguero.
In the early morning you will embark on a boat trip to visit the canals of Tortuguero Park: it is a different and fun way to discover this imposing panorama. (The entrance to the national park is not included: $15.00 per person). Breakfast will be at the lodge. Return to Guápiles by boat, and then have lunch in a local restaurant. Transfer to the agency to meet an agent who will hand over your rental car. Once settled in your car, continue to the Caribbean coast. Puerto Viejo is a town located in the province of Limón, on the coast of the Caribbean Sea. The coral reefs of the Caribbean coast are known for the wide variety of aquatic animals that live in the beautiful crystal-clear waters.
Overnight in Puerto Viejo.
Day 4: Puerto Viejo
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. You will then have a free day to explore the facilities of the lodge or take on an optional excursion in the region. We suggest a visit to the Cahuita National Park or a journey to discover the city of Cahuita or the city of Puerto Viejo.
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before you continue to the north of the country to reach La Fortuna, a town at the foot of the Arenal volcano. Check-in to the hotel and explore your surroundings.
Overnight in Arenal.
Day 6: Arenal
After breakfast at the hotel, early in the morning you will enjoy a visit to the hanging bridges of Místico Park. You will walk for at least 2 hours and pass more than 5 suspension bridges accompanied by a specialised guide, all the while keeping an eye out for the different animals which populate this forest. The rest of the day is free for you to enjoy the hotel or to carry out additional activities in the area. Our suggestions for visits are the Arenal Volcano National Park, Fortuna River Waterfall and the Hot springs.
Overnight in Arenal.
Day 7: Arenal - Manuel Antonio (3 hours 30 minutes)
After breakfast at the hotel, depart to Manuel Antonio where you can find one of the Costa Rica's most famous national parks, a favourite for tourists arriving in the country, thanks to its easy access and diversity of ecosystems. Then head to the hotel for the night.
Overnight in Manuel Antonio.
After breakfast at the hotel, you have a free day to enjoy the hotel, the beach or to explore the region.
Overnight in Manuel Antonio.
Day 9: Manuel Antonio - San José (3 hours)
Following breakfast at the hotel head out onto the road and continue to San José city for your last night in Costa Rica. You will then deliver the vehicle at the hotel in San José and check-in for your final night.
Overnight in San José.
Day 10: San José - Departure to UK
Enjoy Breakfast at your hotel before meeting shared transfers to Juan Santamaría International Airport.
End of services.
Your 13 Night Itinerary —
Days 1 - 2: As per 11 Night Itinerary (See above)
Day 3: Tortuguero
Breakfast at the lodge before a boat trip to visit the canals of Tortuguero Park: it is a different and very fun way to discover this imposing panorama. (The entrance to the national park is not included: $ 15.00 per person) Later, you will be able to visit the surroundings of the Lodge accompanied by the local guide to discover this very humid tropical forest, its fauna and its flora. Head back to the Lodge for lunch. You have the rest of the day free to enjoy the lodge's facilities and on-site activities.
Dinner and overnight at the lodge in Tortuguero.
Day 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 are equivalent to Day 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 of the 9-Night tour.
After breakfast at the hotel enjoy your free day to enjoy the hotel, the beach or to explore the region.
Overnight in Manuel Antonio.
Day 11: Manuel Antonio - San José (3 hours)
Overnight in San José.
Day 12: San José - Departure to UK
After breakfast at the hotel take your shared transfer from the hotel to the Juan Santamaría International Airport to complete your trip.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Continue to San José city for your last night in Costa Rica.
Delivery of the vehicle at the hotel in San José.
Installation and overnight at the hotel.
Your Tour Hotels —
Our members will stay at the following Standard category or Superior category hotels with meals included as per itinerary.
Standard Category Hotels
San José: Sleep Inn
Tortuguero: Pachira Lodge
Puerto Viejo: Villas del Caribe
Arenal: Arenal Montechiari
Manuel Anonio : Tabulia
Sleeps up to
Superior Category Hotels
Tortuguero: Aninga Lodge (or similar)
Puerto Viejo: Namuwoki (or similar)
Arenal: Lomas del Volcan (or similar)
Manuel Anonio: Costa verde (or similar)
Our members may be entitled to an upgrade to Montaña de Fuego Hotel in Arenal (subject to availability). This upgrade would include the following:
- Thermal waters at Hotel Montaña de Fuego
- Tree plantation
- Hiking early in the morning
- Guided tour to Maleku town
- Guided tour of the hotel Montaña de Fuego
Sleeps up to
Please note: the bed for the 3rd guest sharing is likely to be a sofa bed or camp style bed. If any of these hotels are not available, hotels of a similar standard will be found.
Your Journey —
Flights: The flights included are with either a scheduled or no-frills airline and are subject to live availability and prices can change. You can choose your preferred departure times during the booking process. Please select your flight options carefully as departure and arrival airports may differ.
Transfers: Transfers from SJO Airport to your hotel in San José and a shared transfer from San José city hotel to SJO Airport are included for flight-inclusive offers. Shared transfer from San José city hotel to SJO Airport.
For inbound transfer arrangements please confirm with your transfer provider when you arrive. Alternatively, please check with the reception of your accommodation. If you still require assistance, please call the transfer provider directly.
Car Hire: Car hire is included in a rented car type Daihatsu Bego for 2/3 people (free upgrade to Suzuki Gran Vitara), from day 3 around 13:00 to day 11 around 17:00.
You will have the option to add these extras during the next stage of the booking process for an additional fee:
An additional day of car rental
Upgrade to the Toyota Fortuner model or similar
The car insurance with full coverage for the Suzuki Gran Vitara model
The car insurance with full coverage for the Toyota Fortuner model or similar