Costa Rica: Volcanoes, Mangroves & Beaches
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Highlights
- Watch smoke and steam rise from Poas Volcano, one of Costa Rica's largest and most active volcanoes!
- Get your adrenaline pumping in the Arenal Volcano area which has an abundance of activities from zip lining to hiking.
- Explore ecological wetlands and mangroves at Rancho Humo and spot a variety of birds like egrets and herons.
- Explore the Guanacaste province and see why Northwestern Costa Rica truly has it all!
- Travel by car to the most beautiful waterfall in Costa Rica, Llanos de Cortes, and take a dip in the pond.
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Trip includes
- Round-trip economy class airfare into San Jose (SJO), out of Daniel Oduber International Airport (LIR)
- Automatic 4x4 car rental for 8 nights including unlimited mileage (Intermediate SUV - Hyundai Tucson or similar)
- 1 night in Naranjo at Chayote Lodge, or similar
- 2 nights in the Arenal Volcano area at Hotel Arenal Springs, or similar
- 2 nights in Puerto Humo at Rancho Humo, or similar Lunch and dinner daily while in Puerto Humo 3 nights in Guanacaste/Tamarindo at the Wyndham Esplendor Tamarindo, or similar
- Breakfast daily, 2 lunches & 2 dinners
Itinerary
Arrive at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) and pick up your rental car to start your Costa Rica adventure! From San Jose, drive to Naranjo and check into your hotel. Spend the remainder of the day or night at leisure.
Est. driving time: 1 hour
See Poas Volcano if you didn't catch it last night, then begin the journey to Arenal Volcano (about a 2 hour drive). This route offers beautiful scenery accompanied by picturesque rural towns like Rio Cuarto, Aguas Zarcas and La Fortuna de San Carlos.
If...
This day is yours to enjoy the tourist attractions around Arenal Volcano. If you're up for an adventure, head to Sky Adventure Park for the Sky Tram & Sky Trek. The tour combines ascending to the top of the mountain by Sky Tram with an exhilarating decline ...
After breakfast, drive 3½ hours to Palo Verde National Park. On the way, enjoy panoramic views of Arenal Lake as you continue through the village of Cañas across La Amistad Bridge.
Est. driving time: 3 1/2 hours
Today, explore Rancho Humo's unique natural environment of wetlands and mangroves. Embark on a boat tour along Temp River to glimpse the wide range of flora and fauna like herons, martinets, hawks, ducks, roseate spoonbills, wood storks and the jabiru, the largest waterfowl in Latin America.
You could also pay a visit to Palo Verde National Park.
In the morning continue your trip to the beautiful coast of Guanacaste in the North Pacific of Costa Rica, known for its jungle-covered beaches and warm waters. As you drive on the Panamerican highway, take notice of the picturesque rural villages and the change from rainforest to tropical dry forest that characterizes the province of Guanacaste.
Est. driving time: 1 3/4 hours
Enjoy your first full day in Guanacaste! There is much to do and see in Northwestern Costa Rica, from gorgeous beaches to mesmerizing national parks. One of the most well-known national parks is Rincon de la Vieja, an intriguing combination of volcanic geologic...
Continue to explore the Guanacaste region today. A highlight would be visiting Llanos de Cortes, the most stunning waterfall in Costa Rica. Walk down a short, steep trail to reach this spectacular waterfall then swim in the tranquil pond below the gushing falls...
After enjoying an unforgettable stay in Costa Rica, it's time to say goodbye. Drive to Daniel Oduber International Airport (LIR) in Liberia and return your car, then board your flight back home.
Est. driving time: 1 1/2 hours
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