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Costa Rica Active Adventure

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Kathryn Moutray

Traveling JetSetter, Adventure & Luxury Travel

FL SOT: ST15578

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kathryn@travelingjetsetter.com

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Overview


Costa Rica Active Adventure - 13 days: Experience the thrill of rafting on the Pacuare River, explore the cloud forests of Monteverde, and enjoy the beaches of Puerto Viejo.

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Day 1 · San José


Arrival in San José

Arrive at any time. There are no planned activities during the day, so check in to the hotel and explore the city. If you arrive early enough, you'll have time to explore the city.

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Welcome Moment

Meet Your CEO and Group. Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards.

Hotel Fleur de Lys

Accommodation at Hotel Fleur de Lys (or similar).

Day 2 · Monteverde


Drive to Monteverde

Drive through Costa Rica's beautiful countryside to Monteverde to explore the verdant cloud forest and enjoy the surrounding area. Today's ride can be a bumpy ride on some unpaved roads, but the views along the way are spectacular.

Hotel Los Jardines

Accommodation at Hotel Los Jardines (or similar).

Day 3 · Monteverde


Free Day in Monteverde

Enjoy a free day for optional activities in and around Monteverde like ziplining, horseback riding, or touring the cloud forest. Your CEO will let you know about all the activities available and help you pick the best option for you.

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Hotel Los Jardines

Accommodation at Hotel Los Jardines (or similar).

Day 4 · La Fortuna


Travel to La Fortuna

Travel through rolling hills and across a lake to La Fortuna, where there is free time to explore. The town of La Fortuna lies near the base of the Arenal Volcano and is a perfect launch pad to go wild and let the adrenaline flow with a range of adve...

Hotel Eco Arenal

Accommodation at Hotel Eco Arenal (or similar).

Day 5 · La Fortuna


Free Day in La Fortuna

Enjoy a free day in La Fortuna. Opt to go whitewater rafting, waterfall rappelling, paddleboarding or one of the many other optionals this region has to offer.

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Hotel Eco Arenal

Accommodation at Hotel Eco Arenal (or similar).

Day 6 · La Fortuna


Arenal Cycling Trip

Cycle the area around La Fortuna on a guided half-day biking tour. Ride on a mixture of rocky dirt and paved roads through small towns, past farms and with mountains in the distance. Total distance is approximately 15 kilometers.

Hotel Eco Arenal

Accommodation at Hotel Eco Arenal (or similar).

Day 7 · Pacuare


Travel to Pacuare

Transfer from La Fortuna to the put-in point for rafting on the Pacuare River.

Pacuare Guided Rafting Expedition – Day 1

Raft down class II-III rapids on the Pacuare River toward our remote jungle lodge. Explore the surrounding rainforest and waterfalls on a network of hiking trails and enjoy the beauty and tranquility of the untouched natural environment.

Ave Sol Sanctuary Lodge

Accommodation at Ave Sol Sanctuary Lodge (or similar). Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner.

Day 8 · Pacuare


Pacuare Rainforest Guided Hike

Explore the surrounding rainforest on foot. Hike with local guides to see waterfalls, swim in small streams and learn about the natural environment that is home to the Cabecar indigenous peoples.

Ave Sol Sanctuary Lodge

Accommodation at Ave Sol Sanctuary Lodge (or similar). Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner.

Day 9 · Puerto Viejo de Talamanca


Pacuare Guided Rafting Expedition – Day 2

Get back on the river for a final morning of rafting Pacuare's class III-IV rapids. Take a long look, jump out for a swim, then paddle to the put out point and head back to base camp.

Travel to Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Travel to the Caribbean coastal town of Puerto Viejo.

Hotel Cabinas Guarana

Accommodation at Hotel Cabinas Guarana (or similar). Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch.

Day 10 · Puerto Viejo de Talamanca


Biking Puerto Viejo

This morning, jump on a bike and take a ride around to a nearby beach with your CEO. You'll be out exploring and enjoying the scenery all day around Puerto Viejo.

Surfing Lesson

Grab your swimsuit and get ready to hang ten! Learn how to find and ride the waves with surfing lessons from local experts.

Hotel Cabinas Guarana

Accommodation at Hotel Cabinas Guarana (or similar).

Day 11 · Puerto Viejo de Talamanca


Free Day in Puerto Viejo

Enjoy free time in Puerto Viejo and soak up the sun on the Caribbean. The warm turquoise water is ideal for swimming, fishing, kayaking, boogie boarding, and surfing.

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Hotel Cabinas Guarana

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Day 12 · San José


Return to San José

Return to San José and take advantage of a final day to shop for souvenirs.

Hotel Fleur de Lys

Accommodation at Hotel Fleur de Lys (or similar).

Day 13 · San José


Departure from San José

Depart at any time. Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.

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