Full Costa Rica Explorer 14D/13N

Full Costa Rica Explorer 14D/13N

14 Days Starting and ending in San José, Costa Rica

Visiting: San José, Parque Nacional Tortuguero, Puerto Viejo, La Fortuna, Monte Verde, Santa Teresa Beach

Tour operator:

Bamba Travel

Tour code:

54156

Group Type:

Independent

Guide Type:

Self 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: $2353

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

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Tour Overview

Discover the ultimate Costa Rica adventure with vibrant wildlife, lush rainforests, and pristine beaches. Experience breathtaking volcano hikes, thrilling canopy zip-lining, and serene hot springs. Indulge in diverse activities, including exploring Arenal Volcano, Monteverde Cloud Forest, and Manuel Antonio National Park. Encounter exotic wildlife, immerse in local traditions, and savor authentic cuisine. Ideal for nature lovers and adventure seekers, this enriching journey promises unforgettable memories. Book now for an extraordinary Costa Rican escape!

Highlights

  • Experience Tortuguero NP on walks and boat tours

  • Relax on beautiful Santa Teresa beach

  • Explore enchanting Monteverde & Santa Teresa

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'll take 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 - Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica

Location: Puerto Viejo

Welcome to the Caribbean (B/L)

Time to enjoy your first Gallo Pinto and then get ready! Your shuttle transportation will meet you at the hotel lobby and your Caribbean adventure will start. Puerto Viejo; one of Costa Rica’s most beautiful beaches in the Caribbean. After a relaxing day at the beach, get yourself prepared for a typical night and enjoy the sound of Reggae with a delicious fruit cocktail!

Day 5: Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica

Location: Puerto Viejo

Discovering Cahuita, Puerto Viejo, Manzanillo and more (B)

Puerto Viejo is well known for the beautiful beaches, such as Playa Chiquita, Playa Negra, and Punta Uva, which are some of the most spectacular beaches in Costa Rica, which can be found between Puerto Viejo and Manzanillo. I recommend you visit Manzanillo, go have a walk in this nature path that is surrounded by tropical forest and the caribbean sea. Also, you will have free time to do activities for example: surf lessons, horseback riding on the beach, snorkelling in National Park Cahuita or visiting Kekoldi (indigenous region).

Day 6: Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica

Location: Puerto Viejo

Discovering Cahuita, Puerto Viejo, Manzanillo and more (B)

Enjoy another day in this region to spend as you please.

Day 7: Puerto Viejo - La Fortuna, Costa Rica

Location: La Fortuna

Arenal Volcano (B)

In the morning after breakfast you will be heading towards La Fortuna, the village on the foot of the world-famous Arenal Volcano with your shared shuttle.You have plenty of time to discover the Arenal area and Arenal Volcano as well as to enjoy many wild animals!

Day 8: La Fortuna, Costa Rica

Location: La Fortuna

Time to Explore the Volcano and Hot Springs (B)

The following days are at leisure for you to enjoy your hotel's facilities or to visit a nearby attraction such as the Hanging Bridges Park, Arenal Volcano National Park, the La Fortuna Waterfall, ziplining, ATVs, horseback riding, canyoning tour, white water rafting, night walk, trekking, mountain bike, sloth observation, or just lay back and relax in the Northern part of Costa Rica.

Day 9: La Fortuna - Monteverde, Costa Rica

Location: Monte Verde

Transfer to Monteverde (B)

Today your adventure will continue to the Cloud Forest Region Monteverde. After breakfast you will be picked up by a shuttle that will take you to a small dock in Arenal Dam, from there, you will board a boat that will take you to the other side of the lake while admiring the beautiful landscapes around you. When on the other shore, another shuttle will take you to your hotel in Monteverde. In the afternoon, you have time to visit the village St. Elena.

Day 10: Monteverde, Costa Rica

Location: Monte Verde

Time to Explore Monteverde (B)

Today you will have free time to explore the enigmatic cloud forest, if you are looking for some adventure don’t hesitate to book the zipline tour or if you are curious to understand the cloud forest then explore the Santa Elena private reserve. Why not check out one of the following activities: mountain biking, the hanging bridges, horseback riding, waterfall hikes, birdwatching, night walks, a coffee tour, or a guided visit of Santa Elena or Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve.

Day 11: Monteverde - 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 12: 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 13: Santa Teresa - San Jose, Costa Rica

Location: San José

Back to San José (B)

Enjoy breakfast while seeing the pacific ocean, prepare to say goodbye to Santa Marta. 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 hotels or hostels
    1N San José
    2N Tortuguero
    3N Puerto Viejo
    2N La Fortuna
    2N Monteverde
    2N Santa Teresa
    1N in San José

  • Transport

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

  • Meals

    13B/3L/2D

  • Activities

    Tours and free time
    All tours in Tortuguero according to the itinerary
    Explore Puerto Viejo
    Explore La Fortuna
    Explore Monteverde
    Explore Santa Marta

  • Guides

    English-speaking guide in Tortuguero

What's Not Included

  • Flights

  • Entrance fee to Tortuguero National Park: 15USD per person

  • Other activities

  • Meals not specified in the itinerary

  • Personal expenses and gratuities

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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Book with Confidence

  • 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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