Costa Rica Pura Vida 8 Days and 7 Nights (Minimum 2 people)

4.9
(70 reviews)

8 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 5 more

Enjoy 8 days and 7 nights in Costa Rica and its exuberant beauty of the humid tropical forest, discover the delight of the spectacular views through the treetops in the Cloud Forest, relax on beaches with crystalline waters with wildlife in their natural habitat. Daily excursions and activities included every day for you. Get to know the Manuel Antonio National Park, Arenal Volcano National Park, come to the Río Fortuna waterfall with lunch included, and enjoy the Sky Park Hanging Bridges, Butterfly Garden in Monteverde.

What's Included

Child rate applies from 3 to 11 years. Maximum 2 children sharing a room with their parents
Infants from 0 to 2 years old do not pay
Regular excursion: Arenal Volcano National Park Hike
Transfers from / to Airport
Lunch
Breakfast (Optional[7])
Breakfast
7 nights of accommodation with breakfast included
Regular excursion: Hike Manuel Antonio National Park
Regular excursion: Hanging Bridges Sky Park, Butterfly Garden
Value Added Tax
Regular excursion: Río Fortuna Waterfall Hike with lunch included
Land transfers between destinations or vehicle rental with basic insurance included
Activities not indicated in the program
Food not indicated in the program
Tips for bellhops
Tips for waitresses

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).

Ticket Redemption Point

Itinerary

Duration: 8 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    DAY 1. SAN JOSÉ, COSTA RICA

    1 stop
  • 1
    San Jose

    Welcome to San José, Costa Rica. Reception at the Juan Santamaría airport and transfer to the hotel in San José. The capital of San José is located in the middle of the Central Valley and in the center of the country, considered one of the most cosmopolitan cities in Latin America. The city is located in a strategic point near the main tourist attractions such as: historical buildings, museums, theaters, artisan markets, beautiful parks, shopping centers and offers a varied gastronomic offer.

    1 day Admission ticket free
  • Day 2

    DAY 2. SAN JOSÉ – ARENAL VOLCANO

    1 stop
  • 2

    Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, transfer or delivery of 4x4 rental car to the hotel, towards the Northern Plains. There the impressive Arenal Volcano awaits you, one of the natural wonders of the country due to its majesty. Nowadays there are no lava eruptions, but you can see the smoke or ash being spewed out of the top of the volcano and you can enjoy the hot springs in the area. Along the route and until you reach the town of La Fortuna, you will be able to see agricultural plantations, ornamental plants and livestock farms.

    1 day Admission ticket included
  • Day 3

    DAY 3. ARENAL VOLCANO

    1 stop
  • 3
    Arenal Volcano National Park

    We will visit the La Fortuna waterfall, here we will have a view of its 70 m. high and a 500-step walk to the base where a "natural pool" awaits if you want to swim in the fresh water of the La Fortuna River. Then, we will have lunch at an organic production farm near La Fortuna. At 3:00 p.m., we continue to Arenal 1968 Park, here the guide will tell about the natural and geological history of the volcano, walk along a solid lava path and enjoy an excellent view of the Arenal Lake and Volcano.

    1 day Admission ticket free
  • Day 4

    DAY 4. MONTEVERDE

    1 stop
  • 4
    Monteverde

    Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Monteverde, with an expanse of rainforests, cloud forests and spectacular biodiversity. Monteverde is home to one of the rarest and most unique habitats on the planet and an astonishing variety of flora and fauna. With their unique position on the continental divide between the Caribbean and the Pacific coasts, cloud forests offer a very particular microclimate for the numerous species that inhabit this area. During the journey, you will observe truly beautiful landscapes and pass through some typical towns of the country.

    1 day Admission ticket free
  • Day 5

    DAY 5. MONTEVERDE

    1 stop
  • 5
    Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve

    Breakfast at the hotel. Depart in the morning to explore the Monteverde Cloud Forest while traversing various trails and a series of suspension bridges at different levels of a wonderfully diverse ecosystem, with full views of the forest canopy. Complement your day with a visit to the Monteverde Butterfly Garden and also learn about the insects and arachnids of Costa Rica that will change the way you think about these small and misunderstood creatures. This garden offers you up to 30 species of butterflies in 4 different habitats and more than 20 species of live insects and arachnids. Accommodation at the hotel of your choice.

    12 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 6

    DAY 6. MANUEL ANTONIO

    1 stop
  • 6
    Playa Manuel Antonio

    Breakfast at the hotel. This morning you will begin your journey descending from the mountains towards the warm coast of the Central Pacific. If your choice is Manuel Antonio, this park is the smallest of the national parks in Costa Rica but also one of the most visited for its beautiful beaches among mountains, forests and the wildlife in its natural habitat that it offers.

    1 day Admission ticket included
  • Day 7

    DAY 7. MANUEL ANTONIO

    1 stop
  • 7
    Manuel Antonio

    Breakfast at the hotel. Depart in the morning to hike in the Manuel Antonio Park, which is considered one of natural jewels for its abundant diversity of wildlife. It is the smallest of the national parks in Costa Rica but also one of the most visited for its beautiful beaches. It has several walking trails, viewpoints and the probability of encountering animals in their natural habitat. At various points in the park, trails branch out and lead to four separate beaches: Espadilla Sur, Manuel Antonio, Escondida and Playita.

    1 day Admission ticket free
  • Day 8

    DAY 8. MANUEL ANTONIO

    1 stop
  • 8
    San Jose

    Breakfast at the hotel. Departure transfer to the Juan Santamaría Airport in San José. If your flight leaves before 4:00 p.m. and your transport is shared regular, you will require a private transfer for an additional amount. Happy return trip, we look forward to having you visit again.

    12 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • All risk insurance is not offered for the rental car
Supplied by Best of Costa Rica Tour Operator & DMC

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Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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