Costa Rica Eco Adventure with Guanacaste
Costa Rica Eco Adventure with Guanacaste
Costa Rica Eco Adventure with Guanacaste
10 Days Starting in San Jose, Costa Rica and ending in Liberia, Costa Rica
Visiting: San José, Tortuguero, Tortuguero National Park, Arenal Volcano National Park, Monteverde, Guanacaste Province, Guanacaste, Liberia
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Tour code:
LCRGZN20
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating Costa Rica Eco Adventure with Guanacaste, where nature and culture intertwine seamlessly. Begin your journey in San José, immersing yourself in the vibrant Pura Vida spirit. Explore the lush landscapes of Tortuguero National Park, cruising its canals and meeting local pioneers. Discover the secrets of chocolate in San Isidro and savor the heart of palm with a Tico family. Connect with locals at Sarapiqui's eco-friendly hacienda and unwind in Arenal's thermal pools. Traverse the Monteverde Cloud Forest, guided by Quaker descendants, and experience the breathtaking Sky Walk. Conclude your adventure on the sun-kissed shores of Guanacaste, where relaxation and exploration await. With expert guides, luxurious accommodations, and sustainable practices, this tour promises an unforgettable eco-friendly experience.
Must-see Highlights
- Visit Tortuguero Village, Sarapiqui
- View Arenal Volcano
- Explore Cocoa Farm with Master Chocolatier and explore Monteverde with Quaker pioneer descendants
- Hike through Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve guided by a Local Specialist
- Cruise the canals of Tortuguero National Park
Make Travel Matter®
Tortuguero: In the Village of Tortuguero, meet the village’s first pioneers and hear stories of what life was like in Tortuguero. You’ll also learn about all the sustainability efforts that have taken place and how the community has changed their perceptions of the environment around them.
Tortuguero National Park: Meet the Tico family at their palm plantation to learn about and sample the delicate heart of palm surrounded by tropical forest. Your experience directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production.
Be My Guest
Sarapiqui: Visit the Quintana family's Hacienda Pozo Azul and discover how they reduce their carbon footprint and support the local community.
Trafalgar Difference
Tortuguero: Welcome to Laguna Lodge Tortuguero, a remote 15-acre retreat which embraces the rich natural environment Costa Rica is known for. You’ll feel a part of nature among towering trees, exotic plants, and spacious gardens that host a number of birds and butterflies. Feel good knowing that the lodge itself protects this biodiverse environment by using alternate materials and structures that don’t permanently harm the land but instead preserve the natural resources you’ll come to appreciate. Take in this slice of paradise lounging by the pool, strolling in the garden or drifting off to sleep to the gentle sound of jungle rain.
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome To San José
Location: San José
Accommodation: Sheraton San Jose Hotel
Accommodation Name: Sheraton San Jose
Meals Included: Dinner
Learn the secrets of Pura Vida – Costa Rica’s inimitable zest for life that will linger throughout your effortlessly delivered encounter with a land that boasts no artificial ingredients. This evening, join your Travel Director and fellow expeditioners for a Welcome Reception.
Day 2: Discover The Natural Beauty Of Tortuguero National Park Dive Into Culture Make Travel Matter
Location: Tortuguero
Accommodation: Laguna Lodge Tortuguero
Accommodation Name: Laguna Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Journey to San Isidro de Heredia where you’ll Dive into Culture with master chocolatiers Julio Fernandez and George Soriano to learn about the history of chocolate and its production at this small workshop. Then, it’s on to Siquirres where we embark on a river journey through protected wetlands and on to secluded Tortuguero, gliding through canals, lagoons and lowland rainforest. Visit the Village of Tortuguero for a culturally enriching MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience meeting Tortuguero Village pioneers and learning about their way of life. Then continue to your Stays with Stories at Laguna Lodge, where you’ll learn the story of how the lodge was built with materials that protect this biodiverse environment and natural habitat. Later, enjoy dinner at your hotel accompanied by the enchanting sounds of resident cicadas and tree frogs.
Day 3: Visit The Wildlife Of Tortuguero National Park
Location: Tortuguero National Park
Accommodation: Laguna Lodge Tortuguero
Accommodation Name: Laguna Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Cruise the canals and streams of the park today with a Local Specialist as howler monkeys watch from the treetops, toucans and egrets fly through the air and crocodiles ply the cool waters. Visit the Village of Tortuguero. If you are here between July and September, take an optional tour to see the sea turtles laying eggs on the beach.
Day 4: Sample Heart Of Palm In Tortuguero
Location: Tortuguero
Accommodation: La Quinta Sarapiqui Lodge
Accommodation Name: La Quinta Sarapiqui Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Bid adiós to Tortuguero and head back to the mainland where we’ll enjoy lunch before meeting the Tico family for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at their palm plantation. There you'll learn about and sample the delicate heart of palm. Tonight you'll enjoy dinner with the owners of your hotel as they prepare a special barbecue meal just for you.
Day 5: Mingle With Locals In Saripiqui Connect With Locals
Location: Arenal Volcano National Park
Accommodation: Hotel Arenal Paraiso Resort and Spa
Accommodation Name: Arenal Paraiso Resort and Spa
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Rise with the sun to get up close and personal with Costa Rica's exquisite nature during a leisurely walk. Keep a lookout for the endangered great green macaw and connect with your beautiful natural surroundings. Embark on an optional rafting trip later this morning. We Connect With Locals this afternoon, enjoying a Be My Guest experience lunch at an eco-friendly hacienda built by the Quintana family as a retirement project. Today, it is home to an organic farm and related eco-adventures. Learn how your experience contributes to the local community. Our journey continues to Arenal Volcano, on whose slopes we spend the afternoon relaxing in our resort's beautifully landscaped thermal pools.
Day 6: Immerse In The Stories Of Monteverde Cloud Forest Connect With Locals
Location: Monteverde
Accommodation: El Establo Mountain Hotel
Accommodation Name: El Establo Mountain
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Our soul-stirring encounter with Costa Rica’s natural wonders continues after a morning at leisure. Straddle the Continental Divide and touch the sky in Monteverde Cloud Forest, where you’ll have an opportunity to explore this biodiverse sanctuary, renowned for its collection of orchid species – more than in any other single place. Tonight, you will Dive into Culture as you meet descendants of native Quaker and a Local Specialist, who will share stories of Old Town Monteverde and delve into the history of the American Quakers who settled in the area in the 1950s. This evening, relish some of the best views as you enjoy dinner.
Day 7: Wander The Monteverde Cloud Forest
Location: Monteverde
Accommodation: El Establo Mountain Hotel
Accommodation Name: El Establo Mountain
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning, join your Local Specialist guide for an excursion through the lush rainforests of Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve. Ascend to the treetops high above the jungle floor below, treading lightly along the Sky Walk suspension bridges amongst the wildlife that find sanctuary in the boughs of the surrounding canopy. As our epic eco-adventure nears its end, we share stories with newfound friends at a Farewell Dinner.
Day 8: On The Shores Of Guanacaste
Location: Guanacaste Province
Accommodation: Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort
Accommodation Name: Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort
Meals Included: Breakfast
After a pit stop in Liberia, we continue to Tamarindo Beach.
Day 9: Surf And Play In Guanacaste
Location: Guanacaste
Accommodation: Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort
Accommodation Name: Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort
Meals Included: Breakfast
Settle in for a day at leisure. Relax on the beach, learn how to surf or go shopping in the nearby Tamarindo Village.
Day 10: Depart Liberia
Location: Liberia
Meals Included: Breakfast
Transfer to Liberia International Airport for your flight or consider extending your stay to soak up the sun-kissed shores of Costa Rica.
What's Included
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All porterage and restaurant gratuities
All porterage and restaurant gratuities are included in the tour package.
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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
The tour includes the services of an expert Travel Director and a professional Driver.
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Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
Accommodation in cherry-picked hotels that are tried and trusted is included.
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All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
All hotel tips, charges, and local taxes are covered in the tour package.
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Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
Daily breakfast and up to half of your evening meals are included.
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Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
The tour includes must-see sightseeing and surprise extras.
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Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
Audio headsets are provided for flexible sightseeing.
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All transport and transfers shown
All transport and transfers as shown in the itinerary are included.
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Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation
Travel in a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation such as rail journeys.
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Optional Experiences and free time
The tour offers optional experiences and free time for personal exploration.
What's Not Included
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Personal expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Travel insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended to be purchased separately.
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Optional tours and activities
Optional tours and activities not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
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International flights
International flights to and from Costa Rica are not included in the tour package.
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Visa fees
Visa fees, if applicable, are not included in the tour package.
Dining Summary
- 6 Dinner (D)
- 9 Breakfast (B)
- 4 Lunch (L)
Dive Into Culture
- San Isidro: Meet master chocolatiers, Julio Fernandez and George Soriano, to learn about the history of chocolate and how it is produced at this small workshop.
- Monteverde: Meet Monteverde's Quaker descendants and Local Specialist to learn about Old Town Monteverde and the fascinating history of the American Quakers who settled in the area in the 1950s.
Mode of Transport
Travel in luxury with a fully air-conditioned coach equipped with Wi-Fi, ensuring comfort as you explore Costa Rica. Enjoy seamless transfers and all transport as shown in the itinerary, including river journeys and optional experiences.
Accommodation
Experience the charm of Costa Rica with stays at the Sheraton San Jose Hotel, Laguna Lodge Tortuguero, La Quinta Sarapiqui Lodge, Arenal Paraiso Resort and Spa, El Establo Mountain Hotel, and Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort. Each offers unique amenities and a connection to the natural beauty of the region.
Check out our Q&As
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What unique cultural experiences are included in the Costa Rica Eco Adventure tour?
The tour includes a visit to Tortuguero Village to meet the village's first pioneers and learn about their way of life and sustainability efforts. In San Isidro, you will meet master chocolatiers to learn about the history and production of chocolate. In Monteverde, you will meet descendants of native Quakers and learn about the history of the American Quakers who settled in the area in the 1950s.
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What kind of wildlife can be expected during the tour?
During the tour, you can expect to see howler monkeys, toucans, egrets, and crocodiles in Tortuguero National Park. In Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, you will explore the lush rainforests and may encounter various wildlife that find sanctuary in the canopy.
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What are some of the activities available in Tortuguero National Park?
In Tortuguero National Park, you will cruise the canals and streams with a Local Specialist, visit the Village of Tortuguero, and if visiting between July and September, you can take an optional tour to see sea turtles laying eggs on the beach.
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What is the significance of the Laguna Lodge in Tortuguero?
Laguna Lodge in Tortuguero is a remote 15-acre retreat that embraces the rich natural environment of Costa Rica. The lodge is built with materials that protect the biodiverse environment and natural habitat, allowing guests to feel a part of nature while preserving the natural resources.
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What opportunities are there to connect with locals during the tour?
You will have the opportunity to connect with locals during a Be My Guest experience at an eco-friendly hacienda in Sarapiqui, where you will learn how your experience contributes to the local community. Additionally, you will meet the Tico family at their palm plantation to learn about and sample the heart of palm.
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What leisure activities are available in Guanacaste?
In Guanacaste, you can relax on the beach, learn how to surf, or go shopping in the nearby Tamarindo Village.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1947
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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