A Spiritual Journey in Costa Rica
to reconnect with yourself

Welcome to Costa Rica!

You’ll be met atJuan Santamaria International Airport by your private driver, near San José, at an elevation of 1,150 meters in the heart of the Central Valley.

Your driver will take you to your hotel, located further north in the hills, offering you an exceptional view of the valley and its surroundings.

Overnight stay at a charming hotel in Naranjo, on the edge of the Central Valley, offering a particularly relaxing setting.

Head to Boca Tapada, a peaceful, authentic, and lush region!

You’ll start the day by picking up your rental car right at your hotel.

This is a 4×4 vehicle, ensuring a more comfortable ride and the ability to access all areas of the country.

You’ll then drive from Naranjo to Boca Tapada.

Set off for the northern part of the country, near the border with Nicaragua. To get there, you’ll first cross the San Carlos Valley, then continue on to Pital. The adventure begins here, as you’ll leave the comfort of a paved road to take a sandy trail to the quaint village of Boca Tapada. A little further on, you’ll need to park your vehicle and board a boat provided for you to cross the San Carlos River and reach your hotel.

Approximate travel time: 3.5 hours.

To wrap up this first day: a night hike in the forest

After settling in at the lodge, you’ll meet up with a naturalist guide at dusk for a night hike in search of animals that take advantage of the calm and darkness to emerge from their hiding places.

Overnight stay and dinner at a must-visit hotel in the region—the ideal place for your first immersion in Costa Rican nature.

Note: You can opt to stay in a fully equipped treehouse; please contact us for details.

Today’s itinerary: exploring the reserve and birdwatching

Early in the morning, you’ll set out with a local guide through the gardens and marshes of your hotel’s nature reserve before entering the tropical rainforest. This sanctuary is renowned for the many species of birds it is home to, notablythe Ambigua macaw.

In the afternoon, you’ll visit the lodge’s vegetable garden and have the opportunity to plant a tree on the property.

If you wish, you can continue by exploring the lagoon on your own using the canoes provided (without a guide).

Then, at the end of the day, you’ll take part in a yoga class at your hotel on a floating platform, in perfect harmony with nature.

Approximate duration: 1 hour.

Second night on a full-board basis at your superb hotel in Boca Tapada.

Note: Option to stay in a fully equipped treehouse—please contact us for details.

Morning: Floating safari on the San Carlos River

After breakfast, you’ll set out on a boat expedition on the San Carlos River, where you can focus on the surrounding nature and enjoy the relaxing sounds of the area.

You’ll peacefully observe waterfowl and other animals along the riverbanks.

Approximate duration: 4 hours

Then, in the early afternoon, drive from Boca Tapada to Arenal.

Depart for the famous La Fortuna region and the majestic Arenal Volcano (1,635 meters).

Approximate travel time: 2 hours.

Overnight stay with full board at a beautiful ecolodge in Arenal, which implements numerous eco-friendly practices and offers the perfect setting for relaxation.

While staying at this hotel, you can explore the many attractions of the Arenal region and enjoy the hotel’s facilities and activities: two yoga classes a day, a tour of the estate, a warm-water pool, milking cows, and hiking trails.

To start the day: a hike along the trails at your hotel

As a leader in ecotourism in Arenal and throughout Costa Rica, your ecolodge will offer you a wonderful, immersive experience that brings you closer to nature and its benefits.  Explore the hotel’s sustainable farm, vegetable garden, and various facilities.

In the afternoon, you can head toward Monteverde along a trail that leads to a beautiful waterfall where you can take a dip.

Please also note that two daily yoga classes (7 a.m. and 4 p.m.) are included during your stay at this ecolodge; you’ll practice at the “Center for Natural Life, ” nestled in the middle of the jungle and perched above the Caño Negro River.

The open-air platform allows you to fully immerse yourself in the surrounding rainforest. It can accommodate up to 30 people, so you can practice yoga in complete tranquility.

Second night on a full-board basis at this beautiful ecolodge in Arenal, which features numerous eco-friendly practices and offers the perfect setting for relaxation.

While staying at this hotel, you can explore the many attractions of the Arenal region and enjoy the hotel’s facilities and activities: two yoga classes a day, a tour of the estate, a warm-water pool, milking cows, and hiking trails.

Hop on your beautiful horse!

Go on a horseback ride to explore the Arenal Volcano region, heading to a lookout point where you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of the rainforest and Lake Arenal.

Approximate duration: 2 hours; suitable for beginner or intermediate riders.

Third night on a full-board basis at this beautiful Arenal ecolodge, which features numerous eco-friendly practices and offers the perfect setting for relaxation.

While staying at this hotel, you can explore the many attractions of the Arenal region and enjoy the hotel’s facilities and activities: two yoga classes a day, a tour of the estate, a warm-water pool, cow milking, and hiking trails.

A change of scenery on the stunning Pacific Coast!

After breakfast, you’ll drive from Arenal to Tarcoles.

Set off for a small village on Costa Rica’s Pacific Coast, nestled between a wide sandy beach and lush mountains.

Approximate travel time: 4 hours.

Overnight stay with full board at a renowned Pacific Coast ecolodge, nestled in the hills in an exceptional setting.

The hotel offers freeaccess to a waterfall on its property andto a 5-hectare botanical garden.

A free day to explore the region.

Please contact us for information on the various must-see activities in the area, such as:

• a tour of Carara National Park
• night hike
• visit to the Nauyaca Waterfall
• kayaking, snorkeling

Second night with full board at a renowned ecolodge on the Pacific Coast, nestled in the hills in an exceptional setting.

The hotel offers freeaccess to a waterfall on its property andto a 5-hectare botanical garden.

Discover Uvita and its famous Marino Ballena National Park!

After breakfast, you’ll drive from Tarcoles to Uvita, a charming beach resort on the southern Pacific coast.

We suggest stopping in the village of Dominical to take a stroll throughHacienda Barú, located in the heart of the tropical rainforest along a beautiful beach at the mouth of the Barú River.

Approximate drive time: 2.5 hours.

Once you arrive, you’ll have free time to enjoy the region’s beaches.

Then, at the end of the day, join us for a sunset horseback ride on Playa Hermosa, adjacent to Marino Ballena National Park.

Approximate duration: 2 hours.

Spend the night at a charming hotel in Uvita with panoramic views, where you’ll have the chance to witness an incredible sunset!

Enjoy the beautiful yoga platform with its unique view of the ocean!

An Exceptional Private Expedition to Isla del Caño!

Early morning departure from Uvitaheading south along the Pacific coast. Spend the day exploring the Isla del Caño Biological Reserve, a site once sacred to the pre-Columbian Diquis people and now home to some of the country’s most beautiful underwater landscapes.

In the warm waters off Isla del Caño, dolphins, whales, and manta rays swim side by side.

Approximate duration: 6 hours.

This is a private expedition for your comfort.

Second night at a charming hotel with panoramic views in Uvita, where you’ll have the chance to witness an incredible sunset!

Enjoy the beautiful yoga deck with a unique view of the ocean!

Off to the pearl of the south: Golfo Dulce!

The road from Uvita to Golfito.

Depart for the Osa Peninsula and Golfo Dulce, a large bay with exceptional features—it’sthe world’s only tropical fjord, where many cetaceans (whales, dolphins, etc.) come to breed.

Approximate travel time: 2 hours.

Once you arrive at the small port of Golfito, you’ll need to park your vehicle and then board a boat provided by your hotel for a 30-minute crossing.

To end the day, get ready for a magical show!

Before sunset, you’ll set out in a kayak into the heart of Golfo Dulce to witness a spectacular natural phenomenon: bioluminescence.

Once it’s dark enough, watch as each stroke of your paddle leaves a swirl of light in your wake. This adventure can only be described as magical.

Approximate duration: 1.5 hours.

Overnight stay with full board at a luxurious ecolodge nestled on the shores of Golfo Dulce, in an exceptional setting.

During your stay, the following activities are included: a hike through the lodge’s gardens, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, snorkeling, and a guided tropical tour of the property.

Early in the morning, relax:

You’ll take part in a yoga class with an instructor all to yourself, right at your hotel, in a secluded setting in perfect harmony with nature.

Then the rest of the day will be yours to enjoy the beaches and the various activities available.

As a reminder, the following activities are included during your stay: hiking in the lodge’s gardens, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, snorkeling, and a tropical tour of the property led by hotel guides.

Second night on a full-board basis at a luxurious ecolodge, nestled on the shores of Golfo Dulce, in an exceptional setting.

This morning, we’re enjoying a floating breakfast!

In this enchanting and lush region of Golfo Dulce, you’ll witness the most beautiful natural landscapes, with magnificent sunrises andteeming marine life.

Enjoy this experience from the comfort of a platform boat while participating in a mindful movement session, just before a hearty breakfast and a toast to celebrate life and the incredible memories you’re creating.

Approximate duration: 1 hour.

The rest of the day will then be free to enjoy the beaches and various activities available.

As a reminder, the following activities are included during your stay: hiking in the lodge’s gardens, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, snorkeling, and a tropical tour of the property led by hotel guides.

Third and final night on a full-board basis at a luxurious ecolodge, nestled on the shores of Golfo Dulce, in an exceptional setting.

The final stop on your trip: the Dota Valley!

After breakfast, you’ll take a boat to Golfito to pick up your rental car, then drive to San Gerardo de Dota along the Pan-American Highway through the towns of Palmar Norte and San Isidro El General.

Approximate driving time: 4.5 hours

Overnight stay at a charming hotel in Dota, featuring the region’s characteristic chalet-style architecture.

On the agenda: spotting magnificent birds!

The birdsong in the morning heralds the start of an unforgettable experience!

The region is home to 170 species of birds, some of which are endemic to the area. During the hike, you’ll have the chance to spot the rarest species (including the iconic quetzal)—true highlights for any bird enthusiast.

Approximate duration: 2 hours.

Then, for the rest of the day, you can enjoy the trails around your hotel to soak up the fresh air and positive vibes before heading back.

Second night at a charming hotel in Dota, featuring the region’s characteristic chalet-style architecture.

The Costa Rica adventure comes to an end!

The drive from San Gerardo de Dota to San José.

Set off toward the capital. You’ll cross Cerro de la Muerte (3,400 meters above sea level), named in memory of the farmers who froze to death while transporting their harvest to San José before the Pan-American Highway was built. Then you’ll reach Cartago, Costa Rica’s first city and colonial capital, founded in 1563 by the Spanish conquistador Juan Vásquez de Coronado, who named it Carthage.

You’ll have the opportunity to visit the Basilica of Nuestra Señora de Los Angeles, named in honor of La Negrita, the country’s patron saint.

Approximate driving time: 2 hours.

Three hours before departure, return your rental car to our local partner, who will then arrange your transfer to the airport.