Adventure travel in Costa Rica to four national parks! Costa Rica is one of the most biologically diverse countries in the world — a true Garden of Eden. Let Costa Rica mesmerize you as you explore its rainforests, rushing rivers, pristine beaches and towering volcanoes. This trip combines world–class highlights with more remote areas for an authentic adventure travel experience.

• Trip style: Immerse yourself in local culture and experience the destination. This style of tour includes wildlife viewing and outdoor activities.
• Service level: Standard.
• Travel highlights for Costa Rica National Parks: San Jose, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Tortuguero, Rara Avis, Arenal Volcano, Monteverde Cloud Forest, Manuel Antonio National Park.

• Day 1 Arrive San Jose. Arrive in San Jose at any time.
• Day 2–3 Puerto Viejo de Talamanca. Begin with a bus ride over the scenic mountains to Costa Rica's Caribbean coast. The picturesque village of Puerto Viejo de Talamanca's white and black sand beaches are surrounded by exotic tropical vegetation. Many optional travel activities are available, including bike rentals, snorkeling, and hiking in Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge.
• Day 4 Tortuguero. Take a morning boat ride to Tortuguero, with spectacular wildlife viewing en route. The beaches here are a seasonal nesting grounds of the enormous Green and Leatherback sea turtles.
• Day 5–6 Rara Avis (2B,1L,2D). The journey is half the adventure as you begin by traveling along two rivers, the Tortuguero and the La Suerte. Back on land we board a van, then a tractor–drawn cart to get to our special jungle oasis. We enter the primary rainforest bordering Braulio Carrillo National Park, where at 700m (2000 ft) above sea level, the climate is generally cool year–round. A naturalist guide leads us along nature trails, a butterfly farm and swimming spots at the twin waterfalls. There is also the option to climb to a viewing platform 30m (100 ft) above the jungle floor.
• Day 7–9 La Fortuna / Arenal. La Fortuna, at the foot of Arenal Volcano, is an excellent base for area explorations. Take a night hike around the base of the Arenal Volcano, accompanied by the sounds of monkeys and the distant rumbling of the volcano. Other optional activities include whitewater rafting, horseback riding, waterfall canyoneering (rappelling), a boat tour of the Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge, or a relaxing soak in hot springs.
• Day 10–12 Monteverde. Climb into the misty mountain air of the Monteverde Cloud Forest region. Weather permitting, enjoy a guided tour by horseback through coffee fields and forests. Spend a couple of days exploring the town with optional activities including a trail of suspended bridges through the canopy, a butterfly garden and a thrilling canopy zip line. Explore the Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve on an included guided tour.
• Day 13–14 Quepos / Manuel Antonio National Park. Quepos is a small Pacific town perfect for relaxing at the end of your tour. A short distance away, Manuel Antonio National Park offers excellent hiking, spectacular views, and abundant wildlife. There are beautiful white sand beaches and the warm turquoise water is ideal for swimming, fishing, kayaking, boogie boarding, sailing or surfing. The nightlife in the area is also some of the best in the country.
• Day 15 San Jose. Return to San Jose for some last–minute shopping and a final night on the town.
• Day 16 Depart San Jose.

• Price: US$1400 (approx)
• StartFinish: ex San Jose
• What's Included: Boat tour to Tortuguero, Rara Avis Rainforest Lodge excursion with naturalist guide, horseback riding trip near Monteverde (weather permitting), Guided visit to Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve.
• Group Size Notes: Max 15, Avg 10
• Group Leader: Tour leader throughout.
• Meals Included: 2 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 2 Dinners.
• Transport: Public bus, Tractor, Van, Boat.
• Accommodation: Hotels (may be multi–share)(13 nts), Multi–share basic lodge (2 nts).
• Meal Budget: Allow USD$225 for meals not included. For additional expenses, see Trip Details.
• My Own Room: Please note that if you have booked the "My Own Room" option for this tour, you will receive your own single room for all night stops.

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