Wild Jungles and Secret Mountains of Costa Rica (On Request)
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the "Wild Jungles and Secret Mountains of Costa Rica," a captivating tour that unveils the country's natural wonders and vibrant culture. Begin in San José, exploring its historic neighborhoods and European-inspired National Theatre. Venture into the enchanting landscapes of Savegre, where magical vistas await. Experience the thrill of white-water rafting in Turrialba, and relax in the Caribbean charm of Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, renowned for its surfing and serene beaches. Discover the majestic Arenal Volcano, surrounded by lush wildlife and soothing thermal waters. This adventure includes guided tours, comfortable accommodations, and air-conditioned transport, ensuring a seamless exploration of Costa Rica's diverse beauty. With visits to national parks and archaeological sites, this tour promises a perfect blend of adrenaline, relaxation, and cultural immersion. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : ARRIVAL SAN JOSE
Location: San José
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Autentico Hotel or similar 3*
Your Costa Rican adventure begins on arrival to Juan Santamaría International Airport in San José. our representative will meet and greet you and then direct you to your transport, which will drop you off at your hotel in San Jose for your first night in Costa Rica.
Overnight in San José
Day 2 : SAN JOSE – SAVEGRE AEREA (90 Km – 2.5 hrs)
Location: San Jose, Central Market, San Jose, National Theater, San Jose, Central Park, San Jose, Democracy Plaza, San Jose, Morazán Park, San Jose, National Park, San Jose, Savegre de Aguirre
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Suria Lodge or similar (Lodge Standard)
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning after breakfast, pick up at approximately 8 am to departure to the Savegre area. During the trip you will enjoy a panoramic 2-hours guided tour to learn about the capital of Costa Rica. Visit the Central Maket (closed on Sundays), the façade of the National Theater, Central Park, Democracy Plaza, Morazán Park, National Park and some monuments and historic buildings. Transfer to your selected hotel in Savegre Area at approximately 11 am.
Overnight in Savegre Area
Day 3 : SAVEGRE AEREA – TURRIALBA (115 Km – 3 Hrs)
Location: Irazú Volcano National Park, Cartago, Turrialba
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Villa Florencia or similar 3*
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel and at approximately 8.30 am, you will leave for Turrialba, quiet city with its lovely streets and beautiful landscapes that surround it is one of the few places in Costa Rica, with direct access to the crater of a volcano. From the top of the volcano, on a clear day, you can see the Irazú, Poás and Barva volcanoes in the distance. En route (at approximately 11 am), we will take the guided 2-hour tour in the Irazú Volcano National Park. Upon climbing the main crater you can see magnificent views of the city of Cartago and the Talamanca Mountain Range. After the visit, we will go to the town of Cartago, to enjoy a lunch (not included). Once lunch is over we will depart to Turrialba, where we will arrive in the afternoon, around 4.30 pm. Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Turrialba
Day 4 : TURRIALBA
Location: Guayabo National Archaeological Monument, Turrialba
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Villa Florencia or similar 3*
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast at the hotel you will be picked up at 8 am to go to the most important and large archaeological area of Costa Rica. In the Guayabo National Archaeological Monument. Veiled in the shadow of the Turrialba Volcano, like a mythical lost city from a storybook, lies a mysterious ancient city that was home to over 10,000 people who seemed to have mysteriously vanished just before the arrival of the Spanish in the 16th century. This area, known as Guayabo National Monument, is Costa Rica’s most important archaeological site and its only named national monument. A guide will walk you through the park while explaining the findings of the excavations and the history of the people that once lived there. you will find protected archaeological structures such as mounds, bridges, large round stones and many other attractions. After this 3.5-hour visit, you can visit stop at Turrialba city, and walk around the city and take the opportunity to have lunch (not included) in one of the local “sodas” (small local restaurants). Come back to the hotel in afternoon and rest of day at leisure.
Overnight in Turrialba.
Day 5 : TURRIALBA – PUERTO VIEJO (180 Km – 4 Hrs)
Location: Turrialba, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Almonds and Corals Hotel or similar 3*
Meals Included: Breakfast
Begin the day with breakfast at the hotel, followed by check-out and then meet your guide at 8.00 am, approximately, to transfer to the Puerto Viejo area in the Caribbean of Costa Rica. In Puerto Viejo, you would relax in the beaches with crystal clear water and bypassed for coral reefs. Arrive and check in at hotel at noon and rest of day at leisure.
Overnight in Puerto Viejo
Day 6 : PUERTO VIEJO – CAHUITA NATIONAL PARK – PUERTO VIEJO (35 Km – 40 Min)
Location: Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Cahuita National Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Almonds and Corals Hotel or similar 3*
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning after breakfast, pick up at approximately 8.30 time to continue to Cahuita National Park where the guide will take you to different points of interest between Cahuita Point and the small town of Cahuita on a 3.5-kilometre stretch, with the possibility of observing various types of snakes, sloths, white-faced and howler monkeys, anteaters, armadillos, and much more. After 6 hours of visit, you can rest at the beach and its calm and warm waters or return to the hotel to rest by the pool.
Overnight in Puerto Viejo
Day 7 : PUERTO VIEJO – ARENAL (275 Km – 6 hrs)
Location: Puerto Viejo, Arenal Volcano
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Lomas del Volcán or similar 3*
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, at approximately 9.30 am, we depart to the Arenal area where is one of the most active volcanoes of Costa Rica bypasses for Lake Arenal. Arrive at approximately 2.30 pm and check – in your selected hotel and enjoy the day at leisure to explore on your own
Overnight in Arenal
Day 8 : ARENAL
Location: Arenal Volcano National Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Lomas del Volcán or similar 3*
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today after breakfast, take meet your guide at approximately 8.00, to start a 4-hour guided walking tour in Arenal Volcano National Park. During the tour, the guide will explain the periods of activity the once very active volcano experienced. Enjoy the verdant landscapes and the backdrop of the now-dormant volcano, as you keep a lookout for the wild animals living in this national park. You have the chance to spot sloths, howler monkeys, anteaters, and many others. Afterwards, return to the hotel at 12.30 time, with the afternoon at leisure.
Overnight in Arenal
Day 9 : ARENAL – SAN JOSÉ (140 Km – 3 hrs)
Location: Arenal, San José
Meals Included: Breakfast
Begin your last day in spectacular Costa Rica with a delectable breakfast. Then, at the appropriate time, transfer to Juan Santamaria International Airport to catch your flight back home or on to your next destination.
What's Included
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Tour Guide
Operated with English and Spanish-speaking licensed local guide on a shared basis from Day 2, 3, 4, 6 and 8. Please note you will be accompanied by local guides for the activities only.
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Transport
Air-conditioned transportation as indicated in the itinerary on a shared basis, including shared transfer from airport to hotel and from hotel to airport.
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Entrance Fees and Activities
All visits as indicated: Panoramic tour in San José (day 2); Guided tour in Volcán Irazú National Park (day 3); Guayabo National Archaeological Monument (day 4); visit Cahuita National Park (day 6); tour in Volcan Arenal National Park (day 8).
What's Not Included
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Personal Expenditures
Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme.
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Airport Taxes
Airport taxes are not included.
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Airport Porterage
Airport porterage is not included.
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Optional Tours
Optional tours are not included.
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International Flights and Visa Fees
International flight tickets or visa fees and local taxes are not included.
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Gratuities
Gratuities for drivers and guides are not included.
Requirements
Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Costa Rica. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.Please Note
- Please be advised that the airport departure transfer is a shared service with an estimated arrival at the airport between 12:30 and 13:30. If you need to arrive at the airport earlier, an upgrade to a private transfer is necessary (available at an additional cost)
- No refund for unused services. Splitting of package is not allowed
- Please note that local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to tour contents without prior notice
- Hotel early check in, late check out, connecting or adjoining rooms are subject to availability and are not guaranteed
- Please note that local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the contents of the tour without prior notice, including possible change of hotels and/or itinerary
- Recommended departure time from 15:00 hrs.
Accommodation options
Day 1; San José
- Standard Hotel Category = Autentico Hotel or similar 3*
- Standard Hotel Category = Suria Lodge or similar (Lodge Standard)
- Standard Hotel Category = Villa Florencia or similar 3*
- Standard Hotel Categor = Almonds and Corals Hotel or similar 3*
- Standard Hotel Category = Lomas del Volcán or similar 3*
Accommodation options
Day 1; San José
- Standard Hotel Category = Autentico Hotel or similar 3*
- Standard Hotel Category = Suria Lodge or similar (Lodge Standard)
- Standard Hotel Category = Villa Florencia or similar 3*
- Standard Hotel Categor = Almonds and Corals Hotel or similar 3*
- Standard Hotel Category = Lomas del Volcán or similar 3*
Mode of Transport
Travel in comfort with air-conditioned transportation on a shared basis, including shared transfers from the airport to your hotel and back. Enjoy seamless travel between destinations as indicated in the itinerary.Accommodation
Enjoy 8 nights of comfortable accommodation in Costa Rica, staying in standard 3-star hotels such as Autentico Hotel in San José, Suria Lodge in Savegre, Villa Florencia in Turrialba, Almonds and Corals Hotel in Puerto Viejo, and Lomas del Volcán in Arenal.Check out our Q&As
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What languages are the tour guides fluent in?
The tour guides are fluent in English and Spanish.
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Will I be part of a group during the tour?
There is no guarantee that you will be part of a group, or part of the same group during the tour. You will be accompanied by local guides for the activities only.
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes air-conditioned transportation on a shared basis as indicated in the itinerary, as well as shared transfers from the airport to the hotel and from the hotel to the airport.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
The tour package includes 8 breakfasts.
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What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides 8 nights of accommodation in standard hotel categories, including Autentico Hotel in San José, Suria Lodge in Savegre Area, Villa Florencia in Turrialba, Almonds and Corals Hotel in Puerto Viejo, and Lomas del Volcán in Arenal.
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What activities are included in the tour?
The tour includes a panoramic tour in San José, a guided tour in Volcán Irazú National Park, a visit to Guayabo National Archaeological Monument, a visit to Cahuita National Park, and a tour in Volcan Arenal National Park.
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What wildlife might I see during the tour?
During the tour, you might see various types of wildlife including sloths, howler monkeys, anteaters, armadillos, and more, especially during visits to Cahuita National Park and Arenal Volcano National Park.
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Do you offer any travel insurance?
We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure.
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Are flights included in the tour?
No, they are not included
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When are there specific hotel names confirmed?
Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client´s arrival
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.
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Is there any option for solo traveller?
Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.
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What does the price include?
What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.
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Are Visa fees included in the price?
No, visa fees are not included
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Destination Services Costa Rica requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of destination services costa rica charges.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Wild Jungles and Secret Mountains of Costa Rica (On Request)
9 Days Starting and ending in San José, Costa Rica
Visiting: San José, San Jose, Central Market, San Jose, National Theater, San Jose, Central Park, San Jose, Democracy Plaza, San Jose, Morazán Park, San Jose, National Park, San Jose, Savegre de Aguirre, Irazú Volcano National Park, Cartago, Turrialba, Guayabo National Archaeological Monument, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Cahuita National Park, Puerto Viejo, Arenal Volcano, Arenal Volcano National Park, Arenal ...more ...less
Tour operator:
Tour code:
334660
Guide Type:
Partially Guided
Group size:
15 - 30
Age range:
10-99
