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Duration 14 days 4 days
Price From $ 6,990 $ 1,198
Price Per Day $ 499 $ 300
Highlights
  • Arenal is one of the 10 most active volcanoes in the world
  • Playas de Nosara, Nicoya Peninsula "Its pristine beaches are responsible for the introduction of an array of new activities for families with children
  • Monteverde and the Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde are an important part of Costa Rica’s biodiversity.
  • Tortuguero (Land of Turtles) is a small village that can only be reached by water or plane.
  • Manuel Antonio National Park with pristine white sandy beaches, small islands and lush forests backing onto the water’s edge make this a picture perfect location.
  • The Savegre River has carved out a deep lush green valley near its source.
  • Corcovado National Park is one of the last significant stretches of low land rain forest and was named "the most biologically intense place on Earth" by National Geographic.
    • Soak in the Baldi natural hot springs
    • Explore the charming village of La Fortuna
    • Hike to the lava flows of Arenal Volcano
Trip Style Group tour Self-guided tour
Lodging Level Luxury Basic
Physical Level
  • 2- Easy
  • 4- Strenuous
Travel Themes
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • National Parks
  • High Adventure
  • Volunteering & Community Service
  • Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing
  • Transformative
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Countries Visited
Cities and Attractions
  • Arenal Hot Springs
  • Arenal Volcano
  • Corcovado National Park
  • Montenegro
  • Tortuguero National Park
  • La Fortuna
  • San José
Flights & Transport Ground transport included Ground transport included
Activities
  • Adventure & Adrenaline
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding & Equestrian
  • Nature
  • Rafting
  • Safari
  • Wildlife viewing
  • Hot Springs
Meals Included

13 Breakfast, 11 Lunches and 13 Dinner

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Description

This trip has been discontinued. Click to see a suggested itinerary for Costa- Rica and customize it to suit your specific requirements.

Costa Ricans enjoy the highest life satisfaction of any nation on earth (according to a “Happiness Index” ranking 143 countries). Their frequent smiles and easy laughter can be quite contagious and you will relish your time volunteering alongside them.

This may be reflected in the most common words you'll hear in Costa Rica; “Pura Vida” (literally pure life), it is used for all manner of situations including; as a greeting, as a good bye, to express satisfaction, to politely express indifference or even as a response to thanks.

Itinerary: Conserving Costa Rica

Day 1

Meals: Dinner

Arrive San Jose,

Transfer to a luxurious coffee plantation lodge in the hills

Day 2

Transfer to your luxury accommodation in Tortuguero (seasonal turtle hatching night trip) (B,D)

Day 3: Boat safari

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Begin white-water rafting trip, arrive at Pacuare Lodge - massage, horse riding, canopy adventure available

Day 5

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Rest day; optional activities around Pacuare Lodge - massage, horse riding, canopy adventure, hikes, tree planting, village visit

Day 6

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Raft out, and transfer to your eco-luxe hotel in the Arenal region

Day 7

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Begin volunteering - helping conserve biodiversity and protect wildlife

Day 8

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Continue making a difference through volunteering

Day 9

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Continue making a difference through volunteering

Day 10

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Continue making a difference through volunteering

Day 11

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day at leisure in Arenal, hot springs

Day 12

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Hike around Volcano (optional), hot springs

Day 13

Meals: Breakfast

Transfer back to your luxury Finca near San Jose

Day 14 Fly home

Meals: Breakfast

Itinerary: Costa Rica Volcano Adventure 4D/3N

Day 1: San José, Costa Rica

Costa Rica Airport Pick-up
Welcome to Costa Rica! Upon arrival, one of our representatives will be ready to greet you at the airport and pass you all the information you need to start your adventure
You'll be transferred to your hotel and the rest of your day will be yours to spend at your leisure - why not visit the nearby Central Market, the outskirts of the National Theater and the La Plaza de La Cultura?

Day 2: La Fortuna, Costa Rica

La Fortuna Free Afternoon (B)
Wake up for a tasty breakfast before you continue your adventure
We'll be waiting in a shuttle at the lobby to pick you up
From there, we'll make our way to La Fortuna, otherwise known as the village of La Fortuna de San Carlos
This charming village is the entrance to the magnificent Arenal Volcano and is located in the province of Alajuela, which connects the Arenal Volcano area with the cloud forest of Monteverde and Santa Elena and the lowlands of the north of the country
From La Fortuna, you'll be able to admire spectacular views of Arenal
It's widely considered one of the most beautiful volcanoes in Costa Rica, after all! Enjoy the rest of the day exploring this amazing surroundings by your self.

Day 3: La Fortuna, Costa Rica

Time to Explore the Volcano & Hot Springs (B/D)
Rise and shine! Today, you'll have more free time in the morning to explore La Fortuna at your own pace
In the afternoon, your local bilingual guide will again meet you at the hotel lobby and take you to the Arenal Volcano National Park
You'll explore the old lava flow of 1968 and learn about the rainforest flora and fauna from a local expert
After the volcano hike, your next stop is be the relaxing hot springs! Enjoy a delicious cocktail surrounded by tropical gardens, then go to the restaurant to have your buffet dinner
After all the adventure, you must be hungry!

Day 4: San José, Costa Rica

Back to San Jose (B)
All good things must come to an end! We'll transfer you by shuttle from the hotel to the airport, depending on the time on your flight out (driving distance 3 hours approx.) Please do make sure to book a flight after 16:00 to ensure you can arrive on time
We wish you a safe flight back home!

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