Day 1
Early Morning. Your vacation starts with a pick-up from San Jose by private transport - forget the worries about public buses and safety. Our Costa Rican driver will pick you up from your hotel reception or the San Jose airport and bring you to your hotel in Arenal. Enjoy the scenery as you make your ascent to the beautiful green mountains of Costa Rica (3 hours). There will be a stop along the way for a bathroom stop and a snack.
Afternoon. WE CAN ADD AN OPTIONAL CANOPY TOUR FOR AN EXTRA COST (TIME PERMITTING)
This exciting canopy experience starts with a short walk to the first platform where the canopy guides will carefully check all the equipment and provide some short but important instructions on how to slide expertly along the cables! The sensation of flying into the forest is unique. Click here for more details and photos. Ask us about the additional cost.
Late Afternoon. Paradise Hot Springs for a relaxing soak and dinner
A visit to Costa Rica is not complete without experiencing one of Arenal's famous hot springs with views of Arenal Volcano! Paradise Hot Springs is surrounded by beautiful tropical gardens containing exotic flowers and plants, with a view of the famous Volcano. There are 7 thermal pools 9(35ºC/95ºF to 41ºC/104ºF) which are heated by Arenal Volcano, including a swim-up bar plus a cold pool
To provide a peaceful atmosphere, numbers of visitors are restricted. There are changing rooms, toilets, showers, body treatment services (extra cost), reclinable beds, and relaxing music. Towels and locker keys are provided with a returnable deposit.
Includes: transportation, entrance to Paradise Hot Springs, and dinner
* WE CAN ALSO INCLUDE A GUIDED VOLCANO HIKE BEFORE THE HOT SPRINGS BUT PLEASE DISCUSS THIS WITH US
Day 2
Whitewater Rafting
The hottest full day whitewater rafting trip in the country on the scenic and mighty Rio Sarapiqui! Non-stop whitewater action with exotic wildlife and continuous rapids. The tour run by the very experienced and safety-conscious, Desafo Adventure Company, departs from your hotel about 8:30am and returns around 4:30 pm. The tour Includes tropical fruit fiesta and delicious 'casado' lunch. If the river is too high we have alternative rivers to choose from and for those who like a little less action there is the option of a the Class 2/ 3 Rio Balsa or the half-day Safari Float, which is a gentle float down a Class 1 river, with opportunities to see monkeys and other wildlife.
Day 3
Canyoneering (Rappelling Down Tropical Waterfall)
Go Big! Lost Canyon Adventures Canyoneering! Imagine yourself amid the rainforest at the top of a series of tropical waterfalls. Prepare to get wet as our guides put you into your safety harnesses and assist you as you rappel through a magical canyon full of waterfalls with surprises at each step. There are several tropical waterfalls, 4 of which you repel down with the following heights:
Waterfall One: 20 meters
Waterfall Two: 150 meters
Waterfall Three: 20 meters
Waterfall Four: 220 meters
For those who want a little less adventure, you can opt for a walk to the La Fortuna Waterfall. This is an opportunity to swim in the refreshing waters of the famous La Fortuna Falls. You'll be picked up after breakfast and taken to the entrance where a 40-minute descent will bring you to the base of the waterfalls. You'll have time to relax and swim before beginning the climb back up. After the visit, we'll stop for a short while at the hotel to freshen up, collect your bags, and have something to eat before heading off back to San Jose (or you can opt for a shuttle bus to one of the main beaches). Or we can arrange a taxi-boat-taxi to Monteverde.
Optional tours and hotels can also be arranged in Monteverde.
Hotel Details
NOTE FOR AN EXTRA COST WE CAN UPGRADE THE HOTELS
Arenal Volcano Hotels: 2 nights (note that we can upgrade this hotel to any hotel you like)
Located on the edge of the town La Fortuna, Hotel San Bosco is a good-sized hotel with about 34 rooms. Rooms are very comfortable with A/C, private bathroom and cable television There is a swimming pool and jacuzzi . The volcano is plainly visible from the hotel San Bosco on a clear day.
Beach Extensions! Ask for details about adding some days at the beach - we can arrange all transport, hotels and tours. Manuel Antonio beach and Samara beach are popular choices. We have many contacts with Manuel Antonio hotels.
We can also arrange hotels and transport in San Jose and other parts of Costa Rica. Please let us know if you need our help.
Or we can arrange a taxi-boat-taxi to Monteverde. Optional tours and hotels can also be arranged in Monteverde.
Tour Details
Minimum 2 people (Double occupancy): Prices FROM $529 per person (please contact us for accurate prices for your travel dates)
* PRICES MAY INCREASE DURING EASTER WEEK, CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR
Dates of trip: We can schedule dates by request.
Included on Trip: All accommodation except in San Jose (which can be arranged for an additional cost), all transport, all tours in the itinerary, all breakfasts and 2 lunches, and dinner at hot springs.
Not Included: Flights to Costa Rica, hotels in San Jose*, evening meals and some lunches, optional tours or transportation to other places not included in the schedule
What to Bring: T-shirts, shorts, sweater or light jacket, sandals, light hiking boots, rain jacket, sunscreen, insect repellant, any personal medication, swimming wear, towel, traveler's insurance (to include white-water rafting and canyoneering, full passport, and credit cards (VISA and MC, other cards are sometimes harder to use).
NOTE:
Adventure tours such as whitewater rafting, horse riding, kayaking, canyoneering, and hiking require physical effort. Clients should be in good condition. For client safety and enjoyment, Monteverde Tours reserves the right to offer a substitution, postpone, change, or cancel any tour due to unfavorable conditions. A full refund is given if (on rare occasion) a tour is cancelled by the operator. Monteverde Tours and its affiliates are not responsible for lost, stolen or damaged items.