Welcome to Costa Rica!

Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)  is located in Alajuela, in close proximity to the capital San José.  When you arrive at the airport, our driver will be waiting for you with a sign in his hand, and will take you to your first accommodation. If you arrive early in the morning and would like to do an early check-in,  we will be happy to arrange this for the corresponding additional charge of one night.  The regular check-in time starts at 14:00.

Note: The maximum waiting time is 2 hours after the scheduled arrival time. Drivers keep track of the arrival time and will pick you up at the airport even if there are delays, as long as it fits with their next transfers. In the case of slight delays, there may be an additional cost for exceeding the 2-hour waiting time, this extra must be paid directly to the driver. If the flight is diverted or the delay is more than one hour after the scheduled arrival time, the driver may not be able to wait and a new transfer may need to be paid for.

Heading to La Fortuna and Arenal Volcano!

Travel time approx. 3 hours

The majestic Arenal Volcano is already waiting for you. You can see its impressive, cone-shaped form from far away, while you are getting closer. However, the giant often hides behind clouds, so you are lucky if you get to see it in its full beauty!
Around the volcano, there are many natural sights to discover: waterfalls, old lava flows, huge trees, and hot springs heated by volcanic veins.

How about a hike at the foot of the volcano, followed by pure relaxation in one of the thermal springs? There are activities for all ages: from peaceful quiet to exciting adventure, there is something for everyone.

Until 2010, the volcano was regularly active, with frequent smoke and glowing rocks. This active phase began with a major eruption in 1968, and continued with smaller eruptions until 2010. Since then, Arenal Volcano has been in a resting phase with very low activity – a normal process for active volcanoes.
The volcano and the town of La Fortuna are popular stops for many tourists, offering plenty of hotels, restaurants, shops, and a wide range of activities.

In Search of Sloths!

Included Activity

Today, you will embark on a unique tour! You will be picked up at your hotel and set off in search of the ever-smiling tree inhabitants. The local guide knows the area inside and out and will take you to the usual sloth hiding spots. The Arenal area is known for its diverse wildlife, including the two species of sloths that live in Costa Rica. In addition to sloths, you may also spot toucans, frogs, hummingbirds, iguanas, and monkeys.

Breakfast or a snack is included and will be arranged according to the tour schedule. After the tour, you will return to the hotel.

• Half day tour
• English-speaking local guide
• Tour in regular basis, sharing with other clients.
• Sloth hotspots are reached by bus, with a short walk on site (depending on the starting point).
• Included: Transfer, English speaking guide, binoculars, entrance fees, water, and breakfast or snack (depending on the tour start).

Note: If you do not see a single sloth, you will receive a full refund of the tour price!

Arenal Volcano 1968 trails and views!

Included Activity

At the slopes of the volcano area you will find the Arenal 1968 Park with several trails and volcano views. The route leads you over ancient lava fields, giving you a close look at how volcanic forces have shaped the land. Along the way, you will discover the surprising richness of plant and animal life that has adapted and thrived here, forming a strong and distinctive ecosystem.  There are three trails of different difficulty levels, giving options for everyone to experience the highlights of this remarkable region.

Reggae, dream beaches and Caribbean feeling! 

Travel time approx. 5.15 hours 

Puerto Viejo de Limón is located in the south-east of the country, directly on the Atlantic coast. The small town is located directly by the sea and is mainly inhabited by Costa Ricans of Afro-American origin. The culture is strongly characterized by Jamaican and African influences, and for this reason is called “the little Jamaica”.  They even speak their own language called “Patuá” - a mixture of English and Spanish.

Overall, Puerto Viejo de Limón, is very laid-back village with easy going people. There are many different restaurants, bars and souvenir stalls, as well as stores where you can browse at your leisure. Music can be heard everywhere, and people are in a cheerful mood. Surfers, sun-seekers and cyclists characterize the cityscape. The hotels are combined with exotic nature, and most of them are bungalow style or “petit deluxe”.  You will not find big hotel chains in this area.  All the accommodations have their own charm and are surrounded by lush gardens and colorful flowers.  Some hotels are on the beach line, but the majority are few steps from the beach (in the woods), and some others are on the hillside.

Cocles beach is the favorite surf spot with strong waves. “Playa Chiquita” is particularly suitable for swimming, here you will find areas with waves as well as small natural pools that are shielded from the waves by an offshore reef. To the north of Puerto Viejo, you will find black volcanic sandy beaches which make the landscape very different and wild.  In addition, if you go more south, you will find Manzanillo, another nice “very natural beach” with lots of palms and forest just next to the sand.

Hiking & Snorkeling at Cahuita National Park!

Included Activity

Today, you'll be picked up from your hotel and taken to Cahuita National Park, where you'll embark on a 7 km hike through the rainforest. You'll walk along the beach for a while, right between the ocean and the jungle!

During the hike, if you're lucky, you may spot various animals such as sloths, howler monkeys, raccoons, or the colorful Morpho butterflies. Together with a local guide, you'll explore the park's diverse flora and fauna.

After the hike, you can relax on the beach and cool off with a refreshing swim in the Caribbean Sea. A delicious lunch and tropical fruit snack are also included in the tour. Afterward, you'll head back to your hotel.

Duration: approx. 7 hours

Tour in regular basis sharing with other clients

Includes: Transfer, guide, entrance fee, tropical fruits & lunch

Bring:  Long Sleeve Shirt, Swimsuit, Sun Protection, Walking Shoes, Towel.

Swimming, snorkeling or biking along the Atlantic coast!

Day/s at leisure!

There’s so much to explore around Puerto Viejo de Limón—starting, of course, with the stunning beaches. Whether you're into white sandy shores lined with palm trees, black volcanic sand, or golden beaches with perfect waves for surfing, there is something here for everyone. The best times to head to the beach are early in the morning or late afternoon, when the sun is less intense. Thanks to Costa Rica’s strict coastal conservation laws, buildings must maintain a minimum distance of 150 meters from the high tide line. This means most beaches are beautifully preserved and surrounded only by nature, making them peaceful and perfect for unwinding.

Active travelers can go for optional hikes in Cahuita or Manzanillo National Parks or rent a bike to explore the coast at their own pace.  Snorkeling enthusiasts can take a boat trip to the coral reef of Cahuita National Park to marvel at the underwater world, and dolphin-watching tours near the border with Panama offer another unforgettable experience.  And for  the ones that are looking for culture, you can live indigenous experiences as a day trip.

Cahuita National Park is half an hour by car from Puerto Viejo.  It offers a hiking trail along the coast, where you can easily hike for between 2 and 6 hours. The trail leads past secluded, white dream beaches.  In some parts of the beach, you will find strong waves and currents, and in other areas, calm and crystal waters to swim. Thanks to the offshore coral reef, you can wonderfully explore the colorful underwater world on a snorkeling tour. During the trail walk you can find sloths, howler monkeys, raccoons, parrots, various falcon species and sometimes snakes are often spotted during migrations. The capuchin monkeys are already used to park visitors and like to be photographed.

Important: Please do not feed the animals.  You must be careful because they are good food thieves!

Back to the Pulsating Heart of Costa Rica!

Travel time: approx. 5 hours

Unfortunately, your vacation is slowly coming to an end.

Your driver will pick you up from your hotel and take you to your last accommodation. Due to traffic in the Central Valley, delays are common. You can take the advantage of the city to buy your last souvenirs before your departure.

The Central Valley is home to the majority of Costa Rica’s population and where you can find shopping malls, international companies, banks, etc.

However, for those seeking the authentic Costa Rica, the small side valleys with towns like Ciudad Colón offer a glimpse of local life. In the foothills of the active Poás Volcano, you’ll find coffee plantations and vast cattle ranches. Here, you can enjoy the breathtaking scenery with evergreen trees, bromeliads, mosses, and lichens.

The climate in the Central Valley is especially pleasant and mild, making it an ideal place to relax. From the mountain slopes, you’ll be treated to a unique view of the twinkling lights of the entire valley at night.

Back to the Central Valley and return home!

Goodbye Costa Rica!

Unfortunately, your vacation is now coming to an end, and you are coming back to the Central Valley today with enough “buffer time”.

With lots of new travel memories in your luggage, you will then embark on your flight home.

We wish you a pleasant flight!