Travel from volcanos to rainforests to the beach

Today we are sharing a trip to the beautiful and exotic Central American country of Costa Rica. This 8 night vacation provides the perfect mix of adventure, wildlife, relaxation, natural wonders and cultural immersion. If you are looking for beaches, rainforests, volcanos, hot springs and more, look no further. Contact us to start planning your Costa Rican vacation today!

Destination: Costa Rica

Travelers: 2 Adults

Trip Length: 8 Nights

DAY 1

Land in San Jose, Costa Rica

Private Transfer to Arenal

Check in at Amor Arenal Hotel (3 nights)

Room: Canyon Casita King

At the foothills of the Arenal Volcano, on the edge of a virgin forest canyon the casitas has been designed to overlook the rainforest: from your bed, spa plunge pool and the glass majestic shower.

• Relax and enjoy the two hot springs and three warm mineral water fed pools. Two thermal water pools hidden in the rainforest. Wet bar with views of the rainforest canyon and volcano. Secluded romantic natural pool with stunning San Carlos Valley view. Private natural pool with drink and food service.

• Walk from your room to the rainforest. Meander for hours along the jungle trails through lush vegetation, streams, and waterfalls. The hotels has two trails you can walk to from your room: Serenity Trail and Nanciton Trail.

• The hotel's farm to table kitchen. They use only fresh, local and organic ingredients and their seasonal menus deliver healthy and delicious meals.

• Full-service Spa in idyllic location. Treatment rooms surrounded by exuberant vegetation. Includes breakfast.

DAY 2

Shared Whitewater Rafting Class II - III

Looking for a great rafting experience from Arenal that offers excitement, but milder white-water rapids? This half-day rafting voyage gliding down Rio Balsa provides plenty of action and thrills with class 2 and 3 rapids. Prepare to get wet and wild on this two-hour adventure as you navigate through numerous rapids such as ¨Magnetic Rock¨and ¨Dredges¨. Halfway through your tour, you will make a stop to swim. At the end of the ride, you will visit a small family ranch to enjoy a locally-inspired farm-to-table foodie experience.

Doña Mras Gallada Culinary Experience

After your rafting tour you will be taken to enjoy a private tortilla and “chilera” (hot sauce) cooking class and indulge yourself into a traditional Costa Rican “Gallada” at Doña Mara´s kitchen.

DAY 3

Day at Leisure - Take time to explore the area and rainforest on your own.

DAY 4

Check out of Amor Arenal Hotel

Transfer to Guanacaste Province - 2.5 hours

Check in at Rio Perdido (2 nights)

Room: East Bungalow

The unique 150ft deep thermal canyon with literally dozens of completely natural hot water river pools.

• The Rio Perdido culinary team believes in using fresh, local ingredients to create delicious fare that is based on local /authentic recipes.

• According to scientists, Rio Perdido efforts to reforest their private reserve with native species have been very successful and it is clear that the local fauna is now thriving.

• Unique and exciting adventure options originate onsite. Rio Perdido is one of the first in the continent to use carbon fiber zip-lines and they observe the strictest global safety standards.

• Includes: Wifi, access to 3 pools and thermal river, guided morning walk 8:15 am and yoga shared class 8:00 am.

DAY 5

Day at leisure to relax or book an activity at Rio Perdido

Eco-adventure lovers will be absolutely delighted by the activities in and around Rio Perdido. There is so much to do in this gloriously undiscovered area from exhilarating zip-line tours through the canyon to thrill-inducing mountain bike rides. From scenic white water tubing excursions and picturesque hikes, to soothing hot springs.

Day 6

Thermal Canyon, Hot Springs Forest Therapy

This stunning natural setting is your invitation to wander and swim in the soothing waters. The Rio Perdido is a mile long and is blessed with dozens of natural pools of varying temperatures —perfect for prolonged bathing. You can easily spend the day exploring one pool to the next, while cool swimming water can be found upstream. The air here is perfect, and the canyon boasts a very rare and uniquely intact ecosystem of lush, tropical flora and fauna. The canopy reaches upwards of 160 ft. All this —the pristine waters, soaring trees, and the sounds of the forest —make for a peaceful, in-the-moment experience

DAY 7

Check out of Rio Perdido

Transfer to the North Pacific region

Check in at Mangroove Hotel (3 nights)

Room: Bark Jr. Suite

• Upscale high-end services under a bohemian/chic environment.

• Lifestyle Experiential Property within dynamic spaces and activities.

• Modern & Sensorial, International & Costarrican Gastronomy.

• Farm & Ocean-to-table culinary concepts.

• Surrounded by Forest, Beach and Mangrove.

Includes: breakfast, Valet Parking, access to relaxation rooms at Bearth Spa, use of Kayaks-snorkel-bicycles, WiFi and local calls.

Day 8

Shared Half Day Sailing Boat Tour - Kuna Vela

Allow yourself to unplug from the grid. Enjoy enchanting scenery: sunny beaches, coral reefs, and crystal-clear water. Experience a relaxing and unforgettable tour under breathtaking colors. The tour provides: local Costa Rican beers, rum punch, various soft drinks, bottled water, fresh fruit plate, tortilla chips with bean dip & guacamole and finger sandwiches. We also include fresh Mahi Mahi wraps - Fresh Mahi Mahi fish prepared on the sailboat with mango salsa, cabbage, red peppers and avocado & chipotle cream sauce.

Day 9

Check out of Mangroove Hotel

Transfer to Liberia International Airport for your flight home