Classic Natural 8 Days

Welcome to Costa Rica!

Upon arrival at San José Airport, our driver will be waiting for you to take you to your hotel in the city. Upon arrival at the hotel a representative will be waiting for you, during this meeting we will explain you the details of your trip as well as expert tips.

• Arrival transfer will be scheduled according to your arrival flight.

The “Costa Rica Amazon” is waiting for you.

Departure in the morning from San José. On the way you will stop to enjoy a typical Costa Rican breakfast. You will board the boat that will take you through this National Park along the main canal to a rustic lodge. Upon arrival at the lodge, a delicious lunch awaits you.

In the afternoon, with your local tour guide, you will go for a short hike in the village of Tortuguero.

After returning to the lodge, the rest of the afternoon can be relaxed by the pool or exploring the surroundings.

• Pick up time in San Jose will be around 06.00 – 06.30hrs.
• Arrival in Tortuguero around noon.
• Turtle nesting season: July – September.
• For the turtle nesting activity: bring dark clothes (long trousers, shoes, shirt or jacket).
• Turtle nesting excursion: cannot be booked in advance, can only be done on site, payment in cash.

Today you will visit with your guide one of the main attractions of the country: the Tortuguero National Park with countless lagoons and canals; the vegetation on the edges forms incredible tunnels, nature shows itself from its most beautiful side: high precipitation rates and an average temperature of 79° F favour the growth of palm trees, ferns and trees with supporting roots; parrots, monkeys, caimans and crocodiles as well as an immense variety of tropical birds live in this magical world of forest and water.

In the afternoon and after lunch, your naturalist guide will take you through the large property close to the rainforest to admire the diversification of the landscape, flora and fauna.

After dinner, during turtle season an optional night walk is offered: Walk along the beach and admire the nesting of the green turtles (from July to September).

• Optional turtle nesting excursion (July – September).

After breakfast, you will leave Tortuguero around 9 am by boat. Upon arrival at the small river port, you will continue the trip by bus to a typical Costa Rican restaurant ‘El Ceibo’ near Guapiles for a delicious homemade lunch.

The rental company will deliver the car to you at the El Ceibo restaurant, after which you will drive to your next destination, Arenal.

The Arenal area lies within the fertile lowlands of northern Costa Rica, the Arenal Volcano is an unavoidable presence when travelling within this part of the country. It is tall and imposing and has a reputation that precedes it. Arenal’s perfectly symmetrical shape makes it a tourist’s dream, while its abundance of outdoor activities makes it an easy place to tick off your ‘things to do in Costa Rica’ list.

• Arrival at El Ceibo Restaurant around 12:30 hrs.

Free day to explore the wonders of the area or enjoy an optional excursion.

• You can always check for tours directly in our website.

At the desirable time drive to your next destination, Monteverde.

Once you arrive in Monteverde, you’ll feel like you’re on top of the world, but in reality, you’ve arrived at the centre point of the nation’s continental divide. In Monteverde, Costa Rica, the sun-drenched faces of beach-dwelling locals are replaced by the warm smiles of farmers, artists, naturalists and outdoor enthusiasts, particularly in the small but pleasant town of Santa Elena.

Free morning to enjoy the facilities and beauties of the region.

Around noon drive to San Jose, around 17:00 hrs you will return the rental car to the company.

Say Good-Bye to this paradise!

Approximately 4 hours before your flight, our driver will pick you up at your hotel and take you to Juan Santamaria International Airport for your return trip home, with unforgettable memories in your suitcase.

If Departure Taxes ($29.00 per person) are not yet included (check with your airline), please remember to pay them before checking in.

According to airport policy, you must check in for your international flight at least 3 hours before departure.