Trip to Costa Rica: The Pacific Coast and Northern Volcanoes!

Welcome to Costa Rica!

Your driver will be waiting for you at Juan Santamaria International Airport, near San José, at an elevation of 1,150 meters in the heart of the Central Valley, to take you to your hotel.

Overnight stay at a comfortable hotel in San José 

You’ll start your day by picking up your rental car.

Drive from San José to Manuel Antonio.

Departure for Costa Rica’s Pacific coast. Weather permitting, you’ll have the chance to spot crocodiles on the Tarcoles River before reaching Manuel Antonio, a beautiful park named after a Spanish conquistador. The region is also a hotspot for sport fishing and palm oil production.

You can also choose to visit Carara National Park, which, although fairly small (52 km²), boasts one of the country’s greatest levels of biodiversity. The birdlife there is spectacular, particularly the scarlet macaws, which migrate twice a day between the forest and the nearby coastal mangroves.

Approximate driving time: 3 hours.

Overnight stay at a modern boutique hotel in Manuel Antonio

Visit to Manuel Antonio National Park .

Head to Manuel Antonio National Park, which combines magnificent beaches with a coral reef and a wide variety of flora and fauna: swim in the crystal-clear waters, relax on the fine sandy beaches, take a stroll through the tropical vegetation…

The park is an ideal spot for spotting many animals, such as sloths and squirrel monkeys.

Overnight stay at a modern boutique hotel in Manuel Antonio.

Get ready to treat your taste buds!

Rediscover the authentic flavors of vanilla, cocoa, and cinnamon…

At Villa Vanilla, you’ll explore the spice plantations and learn all about how they’re produced.

You’ll cap off this adventure with a tasting featuring vanilla, chocolate, and cinnamon… A truly exhilarating experience with a stunning view!

Approximate duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

A unique overnight stay at a stunning ecolodge nestled in the hills above Manuel Antonio

Route from Manuel Antonio to Parrita.

Departure for Parrita, a little further north along the Pacific coast.

Approximate travel time: 30 minutes.

Overnight stay at a charming hotel on Parrita Lagoon  

A free day to enjoy the region’s beaches.

You can enjoy the beautiful beach at Parrita, or head a little further north to Esterillos. You’ll also have the opportunity to explore Damas Island and its mangrove forest.

Overnight stay at a charming hotel on Parrita Lagoon  

Route from Parrita to Tambor.

Today, you’ll leave the central Pacific coast and Parrita to head to the southern part of the beautiful Nicoya Peninsula, near Tambor.

Approximate travel time: 5 hours.

Note: You’ll take the ferry from Paquera to Puntarenas (payable on site).

Overnight stay at aluxury hotel with a private beach in Tambor 

Guided Kayaking and Hiking in the Curú Reserve

This excursion combines two activities into one day: a nature hike through the Curú Nature Reserve and a kayaking trip to one of the region’s most beautiful and pristine beaches.

The day begins with a 20-minute kayak ride from Curú Beach to Quesera Beach, where you can swim in the turquoise waters. We provide fruit and drinks so you can relax on the sand while enjoying fresh fruit.

The adventure continues with a return to Curú after spending two hours at Quesera Beach. You’ll arrive at the Curú administrative area just in time to enjoy a casado — a typical Costa Rican meal. After lunch, you’ll begin a 90-minute hike along Curú’s nature trails.

Our local guides will show you the plants, animals, and history of the area.

Approximate duration: 5 hours.

Bioluminescence Phenomenon

Much more than just a nighttime boat tour, this excursion is an incredible interactive experience.

At 5:00 p.m., you’ll set off by boat from the peaceful Curú Beach, a haven where you can spot many animals.

You’ll reach Playa Blanca, a beautiful white-sand beach located about 3 km away (a 20-minute boat ride). You’ll wait for nightfall while enjoying fresh fruit on the beach, then set sail again for the real experience.

In the darkness, you’ll watch the water glow and shimmer—and you’ll even have the chance to go for a swim!

Approximate duration: 2 hours.

Overnight stay at a luxury resort with a private beach in Tambor 

A free day to enjoy the region’s beaches.

Please contact us for information on the various water activities you won’t want to miss while you’re here.

Overnight stay at a luxury resort with a private beach in Tambor 

The road from Tambor to Palo Verde.

You’ll travel to Palo Verde through the interior of the Nicoya Peninsula.

Palo Verde National Park is an exceptional natural site home to a rich biodiversity, particularly of birds, which seek refuge in this vast ecosystem that combines wetlands and tropical forests.

Approximate driving time: 3 hours.

Overnight stay with full board at a luxurious lodge nestled in Palo Verde 

A Colorful Safari!

You’ll set out from your lodge in a Land Rover 4×4 for an adventure through kilometers of wetlands teeming with wildlife. Hundreds of waterbirds live and feed in these fertile lands.

Keep your eyes peeled for the African Spoonbill, the American Tantalus,the Striped Onoré,the American Aningha, the Vigua Cormorant, the Mexican Jacana, the African Jabiru (the largest waterbird in the Americas, which is on the brink of extinction), and many more!

Approximate duration: 1.5 hours.

Boat Tour on the Rio Tempisque

You’ll set out on a boat tour along the Rio Tempisque, which borders Palo Verde National Park.

The park protects more than 18,410 hectares of land, much of which is flooded during the rainy season, creating marshy areas ideal for the passage and extended stay of various bird species.

You ’ll cruise along the Rio Tempisque, a famous river that separates Guanacaste from the rest of the country, following the banks in search of the various bird species that live there. You’ll also have the opportunity to see crocodiles, iguanas, monkeys, and other animals living in Palo Verde National Park.

Approximate duration: 1.5 hours.

Overnight stay with full board at a luxurious lodge nestled in Palo Verde 

From Palo Verde to Tenorio

Departure toward the Tenorio Volcano region, whose national park is home to the famous Rio Celeste.

Approximate travel time: 1 hour and a half.

Overnight stay at a superb ecolodge in the Tenorio region , run by a Belgian couple.

Saddle up!

You’ll set off on a beautiful horseback ride through the forest, along trails that will take you to the Río Celeste, where you’ll have the chance to go for a swim. You’ll also stop along the way for a little thrill-seeking activity.

Approximate duration: 2 hours.

Overnight stay at a superb ecolodge in the Tenorio region , run by a Belgian couple.

Route from Tenorio to Poás.

Departure for the Poás Volcano region. Along the way, you’ll pass through Orotina and San Mateo before reaching Vara Blanca, a village located near the Poás Volcano.

Approximate travel time: 4 hours.

Overnight stay at a luxury chalet-style hotel in Poás 

Poás National Park

You will visit Poás Volcano National Park, which, with a diameter of 1.6 km and a depth of 300 meters, is renowned for having one of the largest active craters in the world.

Then, visit the small volcanology center and the national park. A spacious terrace offers a breathtaking view of a caldera (collapsed crater) from which sulfurous fumaroles rise.

Approximate duration: 1 hour and a half.

Visit to a Strawberry Farm

Accompanied by your certified guide—an expert in strawberries and local agriculture—you’ll have the opportunity to visit a strawberry farm where you’ll learn about the history and production of this well-known fruit, after sampling delicious strawberry juice and freshly picked strawberries. You’ll venture along the farm’s trails, then enjoy a pleasant ride in a traditional oxcart, learning about its history and legends. You’ll also have the chance to learn more about the fascinating practice of patotherapy…

Approximate duration: 2.5 hours.

Your vehicle will be returned directly to your hotel.

Overnight stay at a beautiful hotel in Naranjo offering a superb view of the Central Valley.

Private transfer to the international airport three hours before your departure.