Overseas Adventure Travel - G.A.P Adventures

Costa Rica Explorer

14 days ex San José

Trip Code: CRE

San José, Tortuguero, Arenal Volcano, Monteverde Cloud Forest, Manuel Antonio National Park.

An action-packed exploration with options of rafting, horseback riding and zip lining. From the Caribbean beaches to the Pacific this stunning 2-week tour embodies some of the best that Costa Rica has to offer.

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Currency: USD
$1349

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Day 1 Arrive San José
Arrive in San José at any time.
Day 2-3 Tortuguero (2B,2L,2D)
Travelling east by private shuttle, then by boat through the canals, we end up in Tortuguero, an important nesting area for Green and Leatherback sea turtles. Plenty of opportunity to observe the wide variety of birds and wildlife that call this area home.
Day 4-6 La Fortuna / Arenal (3B)
A van and boat trip brings us to La Fortuna, in the foothills of the spectacular Arenal Volcano. La Fortuna is a hotspot for adventure travel in Costa Rica. Here you can try river rafting, mountain biking, caving, horseback riding or taking a walk through the lava fields. Relax in one of the many local hot springs, fed directly by the active volcano.
Day 7-9 Monteverde (3B)
Make our way up into the misty mountain air of the Monteverde cloud forest region. Spend 2 days exploring the town and a nearby cloud forest reserve, truly a bird lover’s paradise. We also tour a coffee plantation learning how the beans are harvested and the importance of the coffee industry for Costa Rica. Optional activities include a horse ride en route from La Fortuna to Monteverde, the Sky Walk, butterfly garden and a zip line canopy tour.
Day 10-12 Quepos / Manuel Antonio National Park (3B)
Head to Quepos, where the nearby white sand beaches and warm Pacific waters are the ideal atmosphere to relax at the end of your adventure. Enjoy swimming, fishing, kayaking, horseback riding, boogie boarding, sailing or surfing. A short distance away, enjoy a guided tour of Manuel Antonio National Park, which offers excellent hiking and wildlife viewing. As your trip nears an end, you might want to enjoy your last chance to snorkel, swim and try to spot dolphins on an optional sunset sailing tour!
Day 13 San José (B)
Travel back to San José for one last night in the city.
Day 14 Depart San José (B)
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