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Prices are starting rates based on double occupancy. Final pricing depends on the package version chosen, number of travelers, season, hotel availability, and selected add-ons.

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Detailed Itinerary

Costa Rica Rainforest, Volcano & Wildlife Adventure 14 Days / 13 Nights

Destinations: South Caribbean, Cahuita, Manzanillo, Punta Mona, Tortuguero, La Fortuna, Tárcoles River, Manuel Antonio

A complete two-week wildlife journey through some of Costa Rica’s most beautiful regions: the Caribbean coast, Tortuguero rainforest canals, Arenal Volcano, and the Central Pacific.

This itinerary combines beaches, rainforest, volcano landscapes, hot springs, waterfalls, hanging bridges, river safari, national parks, and excellent wildlife viewing.

Best for: Wildlife lovers, couples, families, photographers, and first-time visitors
Main wildlife: Sloths, monkeys, toucans, macaws, crocodiles, frogs, dolphins, reef fish, reptiles, tropical birds, and other rainforest wildlife

1. Standard Shared Version

Best for: Travelers who want the full route with organized logistics at the most accessible price.

Includes shared shuttle transportation between the main destinations, comfortable standard hotels, selected guided activities, and breakfast at all accommodations. Shared shuttles operate on fixed departure times and are used for the main land transfers, such as:

San José / SJO Airport area → South Caribbean
South Caribbean → Tortuguero connection area
Tortuguero exit connection → La Fortuna
La Fortuna → Central Pacific / Manuel Antonio area
Central Pacific / Manuel Antonio area → San José / SJO Airport area

Boat transportation is also included for the Tortuguero section.

Summarized Itinerary

Day 1: Shared shuttle to the South Caribbean
Day 2: Cahuita National Park guided hike
Day 3: Punta Mona Dolphin Watching + Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge walk
Day 4: Jungle Night Walk in Cahuita
Day 5: Shared transfer and boat connection to Tortuguero
Day 6: Tortuguero canoe tour + Jaguar Trail hike
Day 7: Boat transfer out of Tortuguero + shared shuttle to La Fortuna
Day 8: Místico Hanging Bridges + Ecotermales Hot Springs
Day 9: La Fortuna Waterfall + Arenal Volcano National Park
Day 10: Free day in La Fortuna or optional activity
Day 11: Shared shuttle to the Central Pacific
Day 12: Tárcoles River Wildlife Safari
Day 13: Manuel Antonio National Park guided hike
Day 14: Shared shuttle back to San José / SJO Airport

Important note: Guides are included only during the scheduled activities, not throughout the full trip.

2. Shared Plus Version

Best for: Travelers who want the same shared itinerary, but with upgraded hotels.

Includes shared shuttle transportation between the main destinations, upgraded hotels, the same selected guided activities as the Standard Shared version, and breakfast at all accommodations. Shared shuttles operate on fixed departure times and are used for the main land transfers, such as:

San José / SJO Airport area → South Caribbean
South Caribbean → Tortuguero connection area
Tortuguero exit connection → La Fortuna
La Fortuna → Central Pacific / Manuel Antonio area
Central Pacific / Manuel Antonio area → San José / SJO Airport area

Boat transportation is also included for the Tortuguero section.

Summarized Itinerary

Day 1: Shared shuttle to upgraded lodging in the South Caribbean
Day 2: Cahuita National Park guided hike
Day 3: Punta Mona Dolphin Watching + Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge walk
Day 4: Jungle Night Walk in Cahuita
Day 5: Shared transfer and boat connection to Tortuguero
Day 6: Tortuguero canoe tour + Jaguar Trail hike
Day 7: Boat transfer out of Tortuguero + shared shuttle to La Fortuna
Day 8: Místico Hanging Bridges + Ecotermales Hot Springs
Day 9: La Fortuna Waterfall + Arenal Volcano National Park
Day 10: Free day in La Fortuna or optional activity
Day 11: Shared shuttle to upgraded lodging in the Central Pacific
Day 12: Tárcoles River Wildlife Safari
Day 13: Manuel Antonio National Park guided hike
Day 14: Shared shuttle back to San José / SJO Airport

Important note: Shared Plus does not add more activities than Standard Shared. The main upgrade is the hotel category. Shared shuttle transportation still follows fixed schedules.

3. Private Guided Version

Best for: Travelers who want private transportation, flexible timing, and a bilingual guide/driver throughout the main route.

Includes private transportation, a certified bilingual guide/driver, comfortable hotels, breakfast at all accommodations, boat transportation for Tortuguero, selected guided activities, and personalized logistics.

The private vehicle is used for the main land transfers:

San José / SJO Airport area → South Caribbean
South Caribbean → Tortuguero connection area
Tortuguero exit connection → La Fortuna
La Fortuna → Central Pacific / Manuel Antonio area
Central Pacific / Manuel Antonio area → San José / SJO Airport area

This version allows better timing, private support, and more flexibility for scenic stops, wildlife stops, and travel pace.

Summarized Itinerary

Day 1: Private pickup and transfer to the South Caribbean
Day 2: Cahuita National Park guided hike
Day 3: Punta Mona Dolphin Watching + Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge walk
Day 4: Jungle Night Walk in Cahuita
Day 5: Private transfer and boat connection to Tortuguero
Day 6: Tortuguero canoe tour + Jaguar Trail hike
Day 7: Boat transfer out of Tortuguero + private transfer to La Fortuna
Day 8: Místico Hanging Bridges + Ecotermales Hot Springs
Day 9: La Fortuna Waterfall + Arenal Volcano National Park
Day 10: Flexible La Fortuna day or optional activity
Day 11: Private transfer to the Central Pacific
Day 12: Tárcoles River Wildlife Safari
Day 13: Manuel Antonio National Park guided hike
Day 14: Private return transfer to San José / SJO Airport

4. Comfort / Boutique Private Version

Best for: Travelers who want the most comfortable version, with private service and upgraded boutique-style lodging.

Includes private transportation, a certified bilingual guide/driver, upgraded hotels or boutique-style lodging, breakfast at all accommodations, boat transportation for Tortuguero, selected guided activities, flexible timing, and personalized logistics.

The private vehicle is used for the main land transfers:

San José / SJO Airport area → South Caribbean
South Caribbean → Tortuguero connection area
Tortuguero exit connection → La Fortuna
La Fortuna → Central Pacific / Manuel Antonio area
Central Pacific / Manuel Antonio area → San José / SJO Airport area

This version keeps the same route but improves comfort, hotel quality, pacing, and flexibility.

Summarized Itinerary

Day 1: Private pickup and transfer to boutique-style lodging in the South Caribbean
Day 2: Cahuita National Park guided hike
Day 3: Punta Mona Dolphin Watching + Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge walk
Day 4: Jungle Night Walk in Cahuita
Day 5: Private transfer and boat connection to Tortuguero
Day 6: Tortuguero canoe tour + Jaguar Trail hike
Day 7: Boat transfer out of Tortuguero + private transfer to upgraded lodging in La Fortuna
Day 8: Místico Hanging Bridges + Ecotermales Hot Springs
Day 9: La Fortuna Waterfall + Arenal Volcano National Park
Day 10: Flexible La Fortuna day or optional premium activity
Day 11: Private transfer to upgraded lodging in the Central Pacific
Day 12: Tárcoles River Wildlife Safari
Day 13: Manuel Antonio National Park guided hike
Day 14: Private return transfer to San José / SJO Airport

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Tour Plan

  • Destination

South Caribbean, Cahuita, Manzanillo, Punta Mona, Tortuguero, La Fortuna, Tárcoles River, Manuel Antonio

  • Package For

14 Days / 13 Nights

  • Departure

From San José, Heredia, or Alajuela

  • Age

2+

  • Shared Standard Included
  • Shared Plus Included
  • Private Guided Included
  • Comfort / Boutique Private Included
  • Optional Add-ons Available on Request

Detailed Itinerary

Route: South Caribbean → Tortuguero → La Fortuna / Arenal → Central Pacific / Manuel Antonio
Includes: accommodations with breakfast, transportation according to selected version, guided activities, and main national park/wildlife experiences.

Day 1 – Arrival / Transfer to the South Caribbean

Arrival at SJO Airport or pickup from a hotel in San José, Heredia, or Alajuela.

Transfer to the South Caribbean coast and check in at your hotel in the Cahuita / Puerto Viejo area.

Included:
Accommodation with breakfast

Overnight: South Caribbean

Day 2 – Cahuita National Park Hike

Guided visit to Cahuita National Park, where rainforest trails meet Caribbean beaches.

This is a great introduction to Costa Rica’s wildlife, with chances to see sloths, monkeys, iguanas, raccoons, toucans, tropical birds, and coastal forest wildlife.

Included guided activity:
Cahuita National Park guided hike

Optional:
Snorkeling, if weather and sea conditions allow

Overnight: South Caribbean

Day 3 – Punta Mona Dolphin Watching & Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge

Full-day South Caribbean nature experience combining the coastal beauty of Punta Mona and the rainforest trails of Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge.

The day may include boat travel, coastal scenery, dolphin watching when conditions allow, reef fish, tropical forest, beaches, and Caribbean wildlife.

Included guided activities:
Punta Mona dolphin watching experience
Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge guided walk

Overnight: South Caribbean

Day 4 – Caribbean Nature, Culture & Jungle Night Walk

Enjoy a relaxed day in the South Caribbean. Guests can enjoy beach time, local culture, or an optional chocolate / medicinal plants experience.

In the evening, join a guided Jungle Night Walk in Cahuita to look for frogs, insects, reptiles, and nocturnal rainforest wildlife.

Included guided activity:
Jungle Night Walk in Cahuita

Overnight: South Caribbean

Day 5 – South Caribbean to Tortuguero

Travel from the South Caribbean toward Tortuguero. This transfer combines land transportation and boat transportation through rivers and canals.

Arrive in Tortuguero and enjoy time to check in and explore the village atmosphere.

Included:
Boat transportation to Tortuguero
Accommodation with breakfast

Overnight: Tortuguero

Day 6 – Tortuguero Canoe Tour & Jaguar Trail Hike

Start the day with a guided canoe tour through the Tortuguero canals, one of the best wildlife experiences in Costa Rica.

Look for monkeys, toucans, herons, kingfishers, caimans, iguanas, river turtles, and other rainforest wildlife.

Later, enjoy a guided walk along the Jaguar Trail, a rainforest and coastal trail where wildlife sightings are possible.

Included guided activities:
Tortuguero canoe tour
Jaguar Trail guided hike

Optional seasonal activity:
Turtle Nesting Tour, available during turtle nesting season

Overnight: Tortuguero

Day 7 – Tortuguero to La Fortuna / Arenal

Depart Tortuguero by boat and continue by land toward La Fortuna, home of Arenal Volcano.

This is mainly a travel day connecting the Caribbean lowland rainforest with the Arenal Volcano region.

Included:
Boat transportation out of Tortuguero
Transfer to La Fortuna
Accommodation with breakfast

Overnight: La Fortuna / Arenal area

Day 8 – Místico Hanging Bridges & Ecotermales Hot Springs

Visit Místico Arenal Hanging Bridges, one of the best places in La Fortuna to experience rainforest trails, suspension bridges, volcano views, and wildlife observation.

In the afternoon or evening, relax at Ecotermales Hot Springs, a beautiful and peaceful hot springs experience.

Included guided activity:
Místico Hanging Bridges guided walk

Included experience:
Ecotermales Hot Springs

Overnight: La Fortuna / Arenal area

Day 9 – La Fortuna Waterfall & Arenal Volcano National Park

Visit La Fortuna Waterfall, one of Costa Rica’s most famous natural attractions.

Later, explore Arenal Volcano National Park, with trails, scenic views, old lava flow areas, and rainforest landscapes around the volcano.

Included guided activities:
La Fortuna Waterfall visit
Arenal Volcano National Park guided hike

Overnight: La Fortuna / Arenal area

Day 10 – Free Day in La Fortuna / Optional Activities

Enjoy an extra day in La Fortuna to relax or add another activity depending on the travelers’ interests.

Possible options include a wildlife walk, safari float, chocolate tour, coffee tour, Caño Negro wildlife safari, Arenal Observatory Lodge trails, or extra hot springs time.

Included:
Accommodation with breakfast

Optional activities available:
Wildlife walk
Safari float
Caño Negro wildlife safari
Chocolate or coffee experience
Arenal Observatory Lodge trails

Overnight: La Fortuna / Arenal area

Day 11 – La Fortuna to Central Pacific

Travel from La Fortuna to the Central Pacific coast, near Quepos and Manuel Antonio.

Depending on the selected version, the transfer may be direct or include scenic stops along the way.

Included:
Transfer to Central Pacific
Accommodation with breakfast

Overnight: Central Pacific / Manuel Antonio area

Day 12 – Tárcoles River Wildlife Safari

Enjoy a guided boat safari on the Tárcoles River, one of the best areas in Costa Rica to observe crocodiles, mangrove wildlife, aquatic birds, iguanas, raptors, and scarlet macaws in the surrounding area.

Included guided activity:
Tárcoles River Wildlife Safari

Overnight: Central Pacific / Manuel Antonio area

Day 13 – Manuel Antonio National Park Hike

Guided visit to Manuel Antonio National Park, famous for its combination of rainforest trails, wildlife, and white sand beaches.

Possible sightings include sloths, monkeys, iguanas, toucans, crabs, tropical birds, and other coastal rainforest species.

After the guided hike, enjoy beach time inside or near the park, depending on conditions and timing.

Included guided activity:
Manuel Antonio National Park guided hike

Overnight: Central Pacific / Manuel Antonio area

Day 14 – Return to San José / Departure

Return transfer to San José, SJO Airport, or another agreed drop-off location.

The schedule can be adjusted depending on the departure flight time.

Included:
Return transfer

Included Guided Activities Summary

South Caribbean:
Cahuita National Park guided hike
Punta Mona dolphin watching experience
Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge guided walk
Jungle Night Walk in Cahuita
Optional snorkeling, if weather and sea conditions allow

Tortuguero:
Tortuguero canoe tour
Jaguar Trail guided hike
Optional Turtle Nesting Tour during the season

La Fortuna / Arenal:
La Fortuna Waterfall visit
Arenal Volcano National Park guided hike
Místico Hanging Bridges guided walk
Ecotermales Hot Springs experience

Central Pacific:
Tárcoles River Wildlife Safari
Manuel Antonio National Park guided hike

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