Costa Rica Summer Getaway

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Experience three exhilarating Costa Rica locations staying in secluded comfortable hotels on this unforgettable 8-day journey to Costa Rica.  This is the perfect summer getaway to totally unplug and escape! We will take you from the lush rainforest landscapes of Arenal and Monteverde to the beautiful beaches of wildlife-rich Manuel Antonio, considered one o...
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Overview

Trip type
Vacation / Holiday Package
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Explore San Jose
    • Get an opportunity, Whitewater rafting on the World-Famous Pacuare River!
    • Experience Sky Trek is a thrilling zip line circuit amidst lush rainforest situated in the steep landscapes of Arenal
    • Enjoy wonderful Scenic Boat Ride Across Arenal Lake to Monteverde
    • Hike Monteverde Cloudforest
    • Explore Manuel Antonio Wildlife Tour

What's this trip about?

    Experience three exhilarating Costa Rica locations staying in secluded comfortable hotels on this unforgettable 8-day journey to Costa Rica.  This is the perfect summer getaway to totally unplug and escape! We will take you from the lush rainforest landscapes of Arenal and Monteverde to the beautiful beaches of wildlife-rich Manuel Antonio, considered one of the best beaches in the world.  Here enjoy several days to relax before heading back to San Jose and home.

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Details

Itinerary focusActive and Outdoor Sports
Group sizeOperator does not provide
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CitySan José
End CitySan José

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Family Friendly
  • National Parks
  • High Adventure
  • Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel
  • Transformative

Destinations

Activities

  • Adventure & Adrenaline
  • Bird Watching
  • Hiking
  • Nature
  • Rafting
  • Short Cruise
  • Whitewater Rafting
  • Wildlife Viewing

Trip includes

    • All airport transfers
    • All ground and boat transportation as noted
    • All accommodations
    • All activities as listed
    • All meals as specified
    • Services of private English-speaking local guides
    • All entrance fees, taxes, and support of the local office.

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Arrive in San José

Arrive in San Jose’s Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) anytime today. After clearing customs and immigration, proceed past the glass doors and meet the airport arrivals manager who will transfer you to your San José hotel tonight, the centrally located Casa Conde Hotel, in a standard suite.

The rest of the day/evening is free.

Day 2: Whitewater rafting on the World-Famous Pacuare River!

Today expect an early start for an amazing day on the river!  The Pacuare River is one of the best whitewater rivers in Latin America.  While the Pacuare is particularly good for travelers with some previous rafting experience, no past rafting experience is required. ...

Day 3: Zip Line!

Meals: Breakfast

Following an early breakfast at the hotel, you’ll transfer to fabulous Sky Trek.  Sky Trek is a thrilling zip line circuit amidst lush rainforest situated in the steep landscapes of Arenal.  Your tour starts with a ride in an open-air gondola u...

Day 4: Scenic Boat Ride Across Arenal Lake to Monteverde

Meals: Breakfast

This morning, enjoy wonderful views of Costa Rica’s storied landscapes on a unique jeep-boat-jeep transfer by way of Arenal Lake from Arenal to Monteverde. Cool, misty cloud forest and deep green foliage is what has made Monteverde a travel hot...

Day 5: Monteverde Cloudforest Hike

Meals: Breakfast

This morning, enjoy a wonderful half-day guided hike in the magical Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve.  The Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve is home to Costa Rica’s most well-preserved cloud forest.  It is a cloud forest, not a rain forest, due to...

Day 6: Transfer to Manuel Antonio

Meals: Breakfast

Following breakfast this morning, transfer to the central Pacific coast, home of Manuel Antonio National Park.  The Central Pacific region of Costa Rica is a narrow strip of coastal land that stretches from north of Jaco to south of Manual Anto...

Day 7: Manuel Antonio Wildlife Tour!

This morning, enjoy a fantastic Manuel Antonio National Park walking tour with an emphasis on wildlife.  This national park is considered to be one of the most beautiful in Costa Rica and is host to the country’s most approachable animals in the wild.

After you...

the sea.

Once the morning walk is through, you’ll have the choice of returning to the hotel or lingering in the park.  We recommend enjoying the rest of the day on the beach inside the park.  Be sure to bring a picnic lunch (the hotel can help with a boxed lunch), a change of ...

Day 8: Transfer to San José / Depart

This morning, expect an early pick-up for your transfer back to San José and the airport. Be sure to plan for a late afternoon or evening flight home, otherwise we’d recommend adding a hotel night in San José, and departing San José on a new “Day 9.”  If you add a night in San Jose, we can move your transfer from Manuel Antonio to the afternoon.

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Last Updated: 8/2/2018

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International flights
    • Meals not mentioned
    • Early hotel check-ins
    • Beverages and Tips
    • Optional private airport transfer on Day 8 (to make an earlier flight)
    • Items of a personal nature.

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Cancellation policy

All cancellations must be advised in writing. Cancellation of a booking or failure to join a tour will result in a retention of funds by Adventures Within Reach as follows.

Most Destinations:

61+ days prior to departure: Full deposit retained by AWR (no refund)

60-31 days prior to departure: 50% of total price retained by AWR

30 days - Departure Day / no show: 100% of total price retained by AWR (no refund)

Full Payment Due: 60 days prior to trip

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Meals Included

5 Breakfast and 1 Lunch

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
** Note: The minimum age for the Pacuare River rafting is 12 years. In case you are traveling with younger children or older travelers, you can run the milder Reventazon River, with the cost staying the same.
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