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Costa Rica Biodiversity Adventure

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Duration

8 days 7 nights

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

Unlimited

Languages

English

Overview

Explore the natural wonders of Costa Rica on this 8-day guided tour designed for nature lovers and active travellers. Beginning and ending in San José, you’ll discover iconic destinations including the majestic Arenal Volcano, misty cloud forests, abundant wildlife, and pristine Pacific beaches. Enjoy coffee estate tours, wildlife float trips along the rivers, night walks through Monteverde’s forests, and leisurely beach time amidst tropical wildlife and scenic coastlines. This experience blends wildlife viewing, cultural insights, and unforgettable landscapes into a single, rewarding journey.

Carbon Footprint of this tour 2,200 kg CO2e per person*

* This is an approximate value without international flights.

Highlights

  • 🌋 Admire the classic cone-shaped Arenal Volcano and its lush surroundings.
  • 🐒 Discover wildlife such as sloths, monkeys, frogs, and spectacular tropical birds.
  • 🌿 Walk through the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, home to rare species like the quetzal.
  • 🏖️ Relax on the beaches of Manuel Antonio National Park and explore its rich seaside wildlife.

Itinerary

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🛬 Day 1 – Arrive in San José

Arrive in San José, Costa Rica’s vibrant capital. Meet your tour leader and group, settle into your hotel, and enjoy a welcome briefing about your adventure ahead.

☕ Day 2 – Doka Coffee Estate & Arenal National Park

Visit the Doka Coffee Estate to learn about Costa Rica’s rich coffee culture and production. Later, head to Arenal National Park where you’ll take a guided walk through the forest and enjoy dramatic views of the volcano cone.

🚣 Day 3 – Wildlife Float Trip on Penas Blancas River

Enjoy a relaxing yet wildlife-rich float trip along the Penas Blancas River, where you may see birds, monkeys, iguanas, and sloths. The afternoon is free for optional activities such as waterfall hikes or hot springs visits.

🌲 Day 4 – Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve

Travel to the renowned Monteverde region, home to high-altitude cloud forests. In the evening, experience a guided night walk to see nocturnal wildlife such as frogs, insects, and slow-moving mammals in the forest understory.

🐦 Day 5 – To Manuel Antonio National Park

Depart Monteverde and drive toward the Pacific Coast. Arrive at Manuel Antonio National Park, a biodiverse paradise where rainforest meets pristine beaches. Explore trails and observe wildlife along the way.

🏖️ Day 6 – Manuel Antonio Wildlife & Beaches

Spend the day in Manuel Antonio, known for its mix of wildlife, beaches, and lush canopy. Join guided walks to expect sightings of monkeys, sloths, iguanas, and tropical birds. Free time in the afternoon can be spent swimming or relaxing on the beach.

🌅 Day 7 – Free Morning & Return to San José

Enjoy a free morning to explore more trails, take an optional snorkeling trip, or relax in town. In the afternoon, travel back by vehicle to San José where you can spend your final evening at leisure.

🛫 Day 8 – Departure from San José

After breakfast, your Highlights of Costa Rica tour ends with your departure transfer from the hotel to the airport or your next destination.

Included/Excluded

  • Accommodation throughout the tour (hotel; lodge stays)
  • Daily breakfast select meals included (varies by operator)
  • All ground transport, internal transfers (jeeps, private vehicle)
  • Professional local naturalist guides for wildlife safaris
  • Bottled water during excursions (where provided)
  • International flights to/from Peru
  • Travel insurance
  • Visa fees (if applicable)
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Optional extras such as hot-air balloon, whale-watching (if seasonal & optional)
  • Entrance fees not listed, camera/video permits at certain sites

Durations

8 days 7 nights

Tour's Location

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