Full Costa Rica Adventure 14D/13N

Full Costa Rica Adventure 14D/13N

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Full Costa Rica Adventure 14D/13N

14 Days Starting and ending in San José, Costa Rica

Visiting: San José, Parque Nacional Tortuguero, La Fortuna, Monte Verde, Santa Teresa Beach, Manuel Antonio

Tour operator:

Bamba Travel

Tour code:

54143

Group Type:

Independent

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Easy

Age range:

18-90

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Please contact Bamba Travel with any specific dietary requirements

Tour operated in:

English
From: $2586

NB: Prices correct on 22-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable Costa Rica adventure with Bamba's all-encompassing tour! Discover tropical rainforests, relax on pristine beaches, and explore active volcanoes. This epic journey features white-water rafting, zip-lining through canopies, wildlife spotting in national parks, and soaking in Arenal’s hot springs. Dive into rich biodiversity at Monteverde Cloud Forest, and unwind in the charming beach town of Manuel Antonio. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty and thrilling activities that make Costa Rica a top travel destination.

Highlights

  • Relax and explore Santa Teresa beach

  • See Arenal Volcano and Tortuguero

  • Zip-line through the Monteverde Cloud Forest

Itinerary

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Day 1: San Jose, Costa Rica

Location: San José

Duration: 14 Days

Departure Time: 1:00, 2:00, 3:00, 4:00, 5:00, 6:00, 7:00, 8:00, 9:00, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00, 17:00, 18:00, 19:00, 20:00, 21:00, 22:00, 23:00, 00:00

Welcome to Costa Rica!
Upon arrival, our representative will greet you at the airport and hand you your travel information. Afterwards he takes you to your hotel. From there, you can visit the Central Market, the outskirts of the National Theater and La Plaza de La Cultura.

Day 2: San Jose - Tortuguero, Costa Rica

Location: Parque Nacional Tortuguero

Tortuguero National Park (B/L/D)

In the morning, your transfer will pick you up in your hotel and the journey goes to Guapiles, where you enjoy a traditional breakfast. During this commute you will find works on the road that may cause your travel times to extend. From there the trip continues to a dock, where you change to a boat that takes you to your lodge. During the boat trip your guide will point out birds and animals and will explain the natural history of the area. After arriving at your lodge lunch will be served.In the afternoon, you will join a guided boat tour.

Day 3: Tortuguero, Costa Rica

Location: Parque Nacional Tortuguero

Boat Tour in Tortuguero National Park (B/L/D)

At 08:00am, breakfast is served, and afterwards you will depart by boat to the private trail of the lodge to enjoy a guided walk in the tropical rainforest, where, with some luck you might spot monkeys, slots or toucans, to just name a few of the animals seen here frequently! Return to your lodge for lunch and in the afternoon, you will visit the town of Tortuguero. Dinner at the lodge.

Day 4: Tortuguero - La Fortuna, Costa Rica

Location: La Fortuna

Arenal Volcano (B/L)

Today after breakfast, you will check-out and leave Tortuguero by boat back to La Pavona dock. From there, you will be heading back to a restaurant to enjoy lunch and there, shuttle transportation will be taking you to La Fortuna: usually known simply as La Fortuna, the village of La Fortuna de San Carlos is the entrance to the magnificent Arenal Volcano. La Fortuna, a charming and quiet village offers spectacular scenery of the Arenal, the most beautiful volcanoes in Costa Rica. Relax during the evening and enjoy the sunset with views of the volcano.

Day 5: La Fortuna, Costa Rica

Location: La Fortuna

Time to Explore the Volcano and Hot Springs (B/L/D)

You will walk through primary forest and solidified lava that reminds us of the change in natural landscapes after volcanic eruption. From the El Silencio viewpoint, you will have extraordinary views of Lake Arenal and the lava flows from the 1968 eruption. You will be able to refresh the morning in the crystal clear waters of the Fortuna River Waterfall and finish the day appreciating the forest canopy from the Hanging Bridges, with breathtaking views of the northern plains. In the evening, you can relax in the hot springs and at the end of the day, enjoy a delicious dinner at the local restaurant.

Day 6: La Fortuna - Monteverde, Costa Rica

Location: Monte Verde

Transfer to Monteverde (B)

After breakfast the adventure continues.
You will head to Santa Elena, where you can enjoy the wonderful ecosystem of the evergreen cloud forest, natural habitat of the quetzal and paradise where almost 80 years ago a group of Quakers decided to make our country their new home. The route will take you by land to Lake Arenal, which you will cross by boat. This is an artificial reservoir formed after the construction of a dam in 1979 taking advantage of the existence of a small lake of the same name. It is the key point on which is based the ambitious project of hydroelectric power generation in Costa Rica and currently produces electricity for a big part of the country.


Then you will take the road back to Santa Elena, the scenery will be spectacular and you may encounter a family of coatis lurking along the roadside.

Day 7: Monteverde - San Jose, Costa Rica

Location: San José

Time to Explore Monteverde and Back to San José (B)

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, then the local guide will meet you at the hotel lobby and he will drive you to the next adventure,- ziplining in the cloud forest!! Get ready to experience a high dose of adrenaline with the high-speed cables of Monteverde. In the afternoon at 14h00 your shared shuttle will meet you at the hotel lobby to return to San Jose.

Day 8: San Jose - Santa Teresa, Costa Rica

Location: Santa Teresa Beach

Off to Santa Teresa (B)

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Today you are going to continue your Costa Rican adventure towards Santa Teresa. Sitting on the western edge of the Nicoya Peninsula, Santa Teresa is a small beach town that attracts a lot of surfers and yogis In recent years, this quiet city has become a booming tourist destination for surfers and yoga lovers Despite its size, Santa Teresa has been hailed as a world class surfer in Costa Rica - with beautiful white sand beaches and waves that put a smile on the faces of surfers all year round. Don't forget your mat, go to the beach and choose a nice spot to enjoy your favourite yoga routine.

Day 9: Santa Teresa, Costa Rica

Location: Santa Teresa Beach

Enjoying Santa Teresa (B)

Before breakfast we highly recommend you to go to the beach and start your yoga practice, also you can practice at your hotel lodge, but as you are in the most beautiful beach of Costa Rica we believe your practice will be better at the beach. Santa Teresa offers a variety of things to do. Many of the visitors enjoy horseback riding, hiking and canopy tours. This town could not be better to spend some relaxing couple time on its cozy beaches. However, if you are looking for adventure, be sure to take a day trip to the Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve, 5 kilometers away. As the first protected area in the country, this park covers 1,270 hectares of mixed forest with 150 species of birds, such as brown pelicans, reidoras gulls, osprey eagles and brown boobies. In fact, this end of the peninsula is an important sanctuary for seabirds. You will also find forest trails and the stunning sea views that await your visit. To explore the beaches and villages , you can rent a bike or an off-road vehicle in the city. Mal Pais, another ideal place to surf, is less than 3 kilometers away. If you want a change in surfing, this small coastal community is perfect for both beginners and experienced surfers.

Day 10: Santa Teresa, Costa Rica

Location: Santa Teresa Beach

Enjoying Santa Teresa (B)

Spend another free day in the beautiful Santa Marta region. Relax on the beach, explore the area, go surfing, or try out some adventure activities.

Day 11: Santa Teresa - Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

Location: Manuel Antonio

Head to Manuel Antonio (B)

Today after breakfast you will continue your way to Manuel Antonio on a shared boat shuttle. You will cross the Nicoya’s Gulf towards Jaco beach in the central pacific, where your shuttle bus will be waiting for you to take you to Manuel Antonio. Once arrived, you can head and visit Manuel Antonio Beach or for a more private display, head for Biesanz Bay to watch the sunset.

Day 12: Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

Location: Manuel Antonio

Free Day in Manuel Antonio (B)

Today is yours to do as you please. Pick from an assortment of activities: visiting Manuel Antonio National Park, ocean kayaking, snorkelling, horseback riding, white water rafting, catamaran, or exploring mangroves by kayak.

Day 13: Manuel Antonio - San Jose, Costa Rica

Location: San José

Back to San José (B)

Enjoy breakfast with views of the Pacific Ocean and prepare to say goodbye to Manuel Antonio. In the afternoon you will be taken back to San José. Enjoy the last evening in Costa Rica!

Day 14: San Jose, Costa Rica

Location: San José

Goodbye Friends! (B)

It is time to say goodbye! According to your flight-schedule you will take a seat in the private transfer of the hotel to the airport. We wish you a safe flight back home!

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    13N in hostels or 3* hotels
    1N San José
    2N Tortuguero
    2N La Fortuna
    2N Monteverde
    3N Santa Teresa
    2N Manuel Antonio
    1N San José

  • Transport

    Airport pick-up and drop-off
    Transfer by bus and boat from San José - Tortuguero - Guapiles
    Shuttle transfer Guapiles - La Fortuna
    Shuttle transfer La Fortuna - Monteverde (lake crossing)
    Shuttle transfer Monteverde - Santa Teresa
    All transport as per itinerary
    Transfer by boat and bus Santa Teresa - Manuel Antonio
    Shuttle transfer Manuel Antonio - San José

  • Meals

    13B/4L/3D

  • Activities

    Activities as per itinerary
    Tours in Tortuguero
    Arenal Volcano National Park and Baldi Hot Springs
    Zipline in Monteverde

  • Guides

    English-speaking guide during certain experiences

  • Extras

    Entry fee to hot springs
    Entry fee to Monteverde

What's Not Included

  • Entrance fee to Tortuguero National Park (15USD per person)

  • Flights

  • Other activities

  • Personal expenses and gratuities

  • Meals not specified in the itinerary

Check out our Q&As

  • Is there an age limit?

    No! Most of our bamba travellers fall between the ages of 18 - 35, but everyone is young at heart and welcome to come experience the world with us! If you are between the ages of 18 and 118, we invite you to travel with bamba and have the time of your life! Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    Most of our trips cater to the adventurous independent traveller. In fact, many of our travellers arrive on their own and quickly find that they easily meet like-minded people along the way at their hostels, on transportation, or during activities.

  • Do I need travel insurance?

    We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip, especially when travelling in developing countries. Bamba does not include travel insurance of any type.Your current medical insurance may cover part of your trip, so it is important for you to become familiar with your current coverage. We recommend purchasing additional travel insurance that provides coverage for medical emergencies, emergency evacuation and repatriation, lost or stolen items and unforeseen cancellations. If you plan to participate in activities such as white-water rafting, trekking, sand-buggy rides, etc please make sure they are included in your policy.

Reviews of this operator

Jonas Nesset(Norway)  

The company is exceptional. When...

Dec 10 2019

The company is exceptional. When I had questions, I always got prompt and professional answers. The excursions that Bamba organized were fantastic! Thank you once again for everything!

Shane Alce(United Kingdom)  

For true explorers....

Aug 12 2019

For true explorers.

Marian Reder(Germany)  

To this day, this is...

Oct 2 2019

To this day, this is the best tour we've ever done together as a couple! The fun activities, great hotels and nice guides worth the money! We were always taken care of and they made sure that we had a good time. This tour is definitely worth taking.

Tanja Ottosen(Denmark)  

The Bamba Team really made...

Jan 9 2020

The Bamba Team really made my journey one of the most memorable experiences of my life! Still so nice and supportive! They handled everything and responded to each question within a few minutes. I wholeheartedly recommend it to everyone. Especially if you want to do a lot of activities and travel to a lot of different places without feeling rushed. They've also helped me with specific issues that weren't covered by the tour, as well as answering general questions. Thank you so much for making my journey so enjoyable!

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Feb 12 2020

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Oct 23 2019

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Jun 5 2019

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  • Free Date Changes

    Bamba Travel allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.

  • Transfer as credit to Future Tours

    Bamba Travel allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform bamba travel, 60 days before departure.

  • Low Deposit

    Bamba Travel requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 30 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of bamba travel charges.

    Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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