Natural Wonders of Costa Rica with Guanacaste

Natural Wonders of Costa Rica with Guanacaste

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Natural Wonders of Costa Rica with Guanacaste

11 Days Starting in San José, Costa Rica and ending in Guanacaste, Costa Rica

Visiting: San José, Tortuguero National Park, Arenal, Monteverde, Guanacaste, Central America

Tour operator:

Globus

Tour code:

SRE2-2025

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Medium

Tour operated in:

English

Activities:

Canoeing-Kayaking

From: $3188 $2734 Operator discount: -$453 -14%

NB: Prices correct on 04-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

This tour is no longer available, please see similar tours below or send an enquiry

Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the "Natural Wonders of Costa Rica with Guanacaste" tour, where adventure and cultural exploration await. Begin in the vibrant city of San José before venturing to the lush Tortuguero National Park, renowned for its intricate canal system and diverse wildlife. Experience the awe-inspiring Arenal Volcano and its rejuvenating hot springs, followed by a canopy tour in the mystical Monteverde Cloud Forest. Conclude your adventure in the stunning Guanacaste region, home to pristine beaches and endless opportunities for relaxation and exploration. This tour offers a perfect blend of nature, wildlife, and cultural immersion, ensuring a memorable Costa Rican experience.

Highlights

  • Journey to Tortuguero National Park and cruise along the Tortuguero Canals.

  • Spot freshwater turtles, caimans, herons, toucans, egrets, and monkeys in Tortuguero.

  • Tour a pineapple farm in Sarapiqui and learn about pineapple cultivation.

  • Walk through lava trails in Arenal Volcano National Park.

  • Visit the Sky Walk Hanging Bridges in Monteverde Cloud Forest.

  • Explore Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve and see over 600 species of butterflies.

  • Relax in the Ecotermales Hot Springs near Arenal Volcano.

  • Enjoy the unspoiled beaches of Guanacaste.

Places You'll See

Cariari Hotel San Jose

Evergreen Lodge

Tamarindo Diria Beach And Golf Resort

El Establo Mountain Lodge

Volcano Lodge & Gardens

Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive In San José,Costa Rica

Location: San José

Accommodation Name: Cariari Hotel San Jose

Upon arrival, you will be met by your tour director!
ARRIVE IN SAN JOSÉ, COSTA RICA Welcome to San José!
Upon arrival, you will be met by your tour director!

Day 2: San José,Tortuguero National Park

Location: Tortuguero National Park

Accommodation Name: Evergreen Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Journey east to the Caribbean shore and Tortuguero National Park. On the way, pass by several banana plantations and see one of Costa Rica’s main exports being harvested. Later, board a motor launch for your cruise along the Tortuguero Canals, waterways crisscrossing a national park dedicated to the protection of endangered turtles. The trained eyes of your guide and boatman help you spot freshwater turtles, caimans, herons, toucans, egrets, and monkeys. An afternoon at leisure lets you explore your jungle lodge until you meet for an informative slideshow presentation on the area.
SAN JOSÉ–TORTUGUERO NATIONAL PARK Shell Games
Journey east to the Caribbean shore and Tortuguero National Park. On the way, pass by several banana plantations and see one of Costa Rica’s main exports being harvested. Later, board a motor launch for your cruise along the Tortuguero Canals, waterways crisscrossing a national park dedicated to the protection of endangered turtles. The trained eyes of your guide and boatman help you spot freshwater turtles, caimans, herons, toucans, egrets, and monkeys. An afternoon at leisure lets you explore your jungle lodge until you meet for an informative slideshow presentation on the area. (B,L,D)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
WONDERS OF NATURE Tortuguero National Park was once a volcanic archipelago until sediments from the nearby mountains filled in the valleys forming a network of marshy islands and turtle nesting beaches that make this region so famous. With its 11 different habitats, this lush, protected area is rich with wildlife and biodiversity.

Day 3: Tortuguero National Park Tour & Canal Cruise

Location: Tortuguero National Park

Accommodation Name: Evergreen Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

A local Naturalist accompanies you on a leisurely boat ride along remote, unspoiled sections of the park’s waterways, explaining the bountiful flora and fauna. Enjoy a fascinating stroll through an accessible portion of the nearby rainforest. During the peak nesting season (mid-July to mid-October) you may be lucky enough to observe an endangered green turtle laying her eggs under the starlight on an optional tour. Later this afternoon, meet a local Naturalist for an informative presentation on the ecology of the area.
TORTUGUERO NATIONAL PARK TOUR & CANAL CRUISE Natural Beauties
A local Naturalist accompanies you on a leisurely boat ride along remote, unspoiled sections of the park’s waterways, explaining the bountiful flora and fauna. Enjoy a fascinating stroll through an accessible portion of the nearby rainforest. During the peak nesting season (mid-July to mid-October) you may be lucky enough to observe an endangered green turtle laying her eggs under the starlight on an optional tour. Later this afternoon, meet a local Naturalist for an informative presentation on the ecology of the area. (B,L,D)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CONSERVATION MATTERS Tortuguero’s turtles that come to nest in the national park named for them are easily considered one of the main attractions of the park. Green Sea Turtles, leatherback, and Hawksbill turtles can all be found nesting on the beaches here. During your time here, learn about the conservation efforts that have been in place since 1955 to help protect these endangered species.

Day 4: Tortuguero,Sarapiqui,Arenal

Location: Arenal

Accommodation Name: Volcano Lodge & Gardens

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

A morning boat transfer begins your journey to the Sarapiqui area. Tour a [LF] pineapple farm, owned by a local family, and learn about the history, cultivation, and industry of pineapples and other indigenous crops. Continue to your hotel in the lush town of Arenal, located in the shadow of Arenal Volcano. After settling in, experience the magic of the resort before dinner at your hotel
TORTUGUERO–SARAPIQUI–ARENAL Fruitful Experiences
A morning boat transfer begins your journey to the Sarapiqui area. Tour a [LF] pineapple farm, owned by a local family, and learn about the history, cultivation, and industry of pineapples and other indigenous crops. Continue to your hotel in the lush town of Arenal, located in the shadow of Arenal Volcano. After settling in, experience the magic of the resort before dinner at your hotel (B,L,D)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
ACCOMMODATION SPOTLIGHT Lush tropical gardens, the sound of crashing waterfalls, and striking views of Costa Rica’s famed Arenal Volcano from Volcano Lodge will leave you feeling as though you have been transported into the middle of a hidden rainforest jungle but, with all of the comforts and amenities of a well-tended retreat. Experience the magic of the resort’s pool and hot spring-fed jacuzzi or consider a walk in the nearby nature trail in search of 300- to 400-year-old trees, frogs, monkeys, birds, and possibly small animals native to the area.

Day 5: Arenal. Excursion To La Fortuna & Arenal Volcano National Park

Location: Arenal

Accommodation Name: Volcano Lodge & Gardens

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner


ARENAL. EXCURSION TO LA FORTUNA & ARENAL VOLCANO NATIONAL PARK Lava Love
This afternoon, visit Arenal Volcano National Park, where your guide takes you on a walk through lava trails of the volcano and shows you how nature has found a way to recover from past lava flows. Next, enjoy a walking tour of the town of La Fortuna de San Carlos, offering spectacular views of the active Arenal Volcano. This evening, drive to nearby [LF] Ecotermales Hot Springs for a dip in the curative and relaxing pools. Later, enjoy a dinner at the hot springs. (B,D)

LOCAL FAVORITE
WONDERS OF NATURE Towering over the town of La Fortuna, Arenal Volcano is a perfect conical shape. It was once the most active volcano in Costa Rica with its lava flowing and gas consistently flowing from the crater amazing visitors of the area. In 2010, it entered a resting phase. But, because of the seismic activity of the area, you will find some of the best natural thermal hot springs.

FREE TIME TIPS
EXPLORE MORE During your morning at leisure, you may wish to go on an optional horseback ride or float trip. Or, you can take advantage of your resort’s amenities by walking along the shaded trails nearby. This and more options throughout your tour are available for purchase with MyGlobus. Get local maps and tips for free time on your GlobusGO mobile app.

Day 6: Arenal,Monteverde

Location: Monteverde

Accommodation Name: El Establo Mountain Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, continue to Monteverde, where you will enjoy two days in the cloud forest. This afternoon, take a guided tour on the Sky Walk Hanging Bridges, which combines trails and suspension bridges through the canopy of Monteverde Cloud Forest, to search for flora and fauna.
ARENAL–MONTEVERDE Heads in the Clouds
After breakfast, continue to Monteverde, where you will enjoy two days in the cloud forest. This afternoon, take a guided tour on the Sky Walk Hanging Bridges, which combines trails and suspension bridges through the canopy of Monteverde Cloud Forest, to search for flora and fauna. (B,L)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
PICTURE PERFECT Explore the cloud forest from the Sky Walk Hanging Bridges for a bird’s eye view high above the jungle floor. This Naturalist-guided tour introduces you to the flora and fauna of the Costa Rican cloud forest. Consisting of 6 bridges with some bridges spanning over 700 feet long and over 150 feet high, this is truly a unique way to admire the forest canopy.

Day 7: Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve

Location: Monteverde

Accommodation Name: El Establo Mountain Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

This morning, visit Santa Elena Cloud Forest for a guided walking tour. Over 600 species of butterflies and 400 species of birds have been recorded inside this private reserve, along with 100 reptile and 120 mammal species that hide within the dense vegetation. Later, visit a family-owned Ecological Sanctuary, where you will explore the trails through the forest filled with endemic wildlife and beautiful scenery. After the walk, enjoy a cooking class focusing on permaculture, conservation, and local traditions. Tonight, your Tour Director hosts a farewell dinner, toasting an unforgettable discovery of Costa Rica.
MONTEVERDE SANTA ELENA CLOUD FOREST RESERVE Butterfly Kisses
This morning, visit Santa Elena Cloud Forest for a guided walking tour. Over 600 species of butterflies and 400 species of birds have been recorded inside this private reserve, along with 100 reptile and 120 mammal species that hide within the dense vegetation. Later, visit a family-owned Ecological Sanctuary, where you will explore the trails through the forest filled with endemic wildlife and beautiful scenery. After the walk, enjoy a cooking class focusing on permaculture, conservation, and local traditions. Tonight, your Tour Director hosts a farewell dinner, toasting an unforgettable discovery of Costa Rica. (B,L,D)

LOCAL FAVORITE
LOCAL TASTES Treat yourself to a visit to a leisurely stroll through a family owned Ecological Sanctuary, and take a cooking class to learn how to prepare authentic Costa Rican food sustainably, like hand-made tortillas, picadillos, and gallo pinto. Dine on your creations for a homemade lunch!

Day 8: Monteverde,Guanacaste

Location: Guanacaste

Accommodation Name: Tamarindo Diria Beach and Golf Resort

Meals Included: Breakfast

Take a morning drive to Guanacaste. Arrive in Costa Rica’s North Pacific region which offers hundreds of unspoiled beaches lining the shores, making Guanacaste an extraordinary beach destination.
MONTEVERDE–GUANACASTE Costa Rican Riches
Take a morning drive to Guanacaste. Arrive in Costa Rica’s North Pacific region which offers hundreds of unspoiled beaches lining the shores, making Guanacaste an extraordinary beach destination. (B)

FREE TIME TIPS
EXPLORE MORE Exciting ways to spend your free time in Guanacaste include rainforest canopy tours, river rafting or floating down the Corobici River, horseback riding, and fishing. Snorkel in the Pacific Ocean, or just relax on the beach. This and more options throughout your tour are available for purchase with MyGlobus. Get local maps and tips for free time on your GlobusGO mobile app.

Day 9: Guanacaste

Location: Guanacaste

Accommodation Name: Tamarindo Diria Beach and Golf Resort

Meals Included: Breakfast

Enjoy a free day today.
GUANACASTE Follow your Adventure
Enjoy a free day today. (B)

FREE TIME TIPS
EXPLORE MORE Discover a new view of Guanacaste with an exhilarating zipline tour and fly through the forest canopy. This and more options throughout your tour are available for purchase with MyGlobus. Get local maps and tips for free time on your GlobusGO mobile app.

Day 10: Guanacaste

Location: Guanacaste

Accommodation Name: Tamarindo Diria Beach and Golf Resort

Meals Included: Breakfast

Enjoy a free day today.
GUANACASTE Unplug & Recharge
Enjoy a free day today. (B)

FREE TIME TIPS
EXPLORE MORE What better way to celebrate your fantastic time in Costa Rica than with a lazy day on the beach? Ask your Tour Director for the best spots on the sand and stretch out for a day of pure relaxation on the pristine shore.

Day 11: Guanacaste

Location: Guanacaste

Accommodation Name: Tamarindo Diria Beach and Golf Resort

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
GUANACASTE Safe travels until we meet again!
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation in various hotels including Cariari Hotel San Jose, Evergreen Lodge, Volcano Lodge & Gardens, El Establo Mountain Lodge, and Tamarindo Diria Beach and Golf Resort.

  • Meals

    Breakfast daily, 5 lunches, and 5 dinners are included.

  • Guided Tours

    Guided tours in various locations including Tortuguero National Park, Arenal Volcano National Park, Monteverde Cloud Forest, and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve.

  • Transportation

    Transportation between destinations including boat transfers and motor launches.

  • Small Group Discoveries

    Tours are limited to an average of just 20 guests per departure, ensuring extra space and personalized experiences.

  • Local Experiences

    Unique local experiences such as a pineapple farm tour, a visit to Ecotermales Hot Springs, and a cooking class focusing on local traditions.

What's Not Included

  • Optional Activities

    Optional activities such as horseback riding, float trips, zipline tours, and snorkeling are not included and can be purchased separately.

  • Personal Expenses

    Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included and should be purchased separately.

  • International Flights

    International flights to and from Costa Rica are not included.

Meals

Breakfast daily, 5 lunches, 5 dinners

Small Group

Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on all South America tour dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 20 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.

UNESCO Sites

Area de Conservación Guanacaste

Accommodation

San Jose: Cariari Hotel San Jose, Tortuguero: Evergreen Lodge, Arenal: Volcano Lodge & Gardens, Monteverde: El Establo Mountain Lodge, Guanacaste: Tamarindo Diria Beach and Golf Resort

Mode of Transport

Journey by motor launch through the Tortuguero Canals, and enjoy a morning boat transfer to Sarapiqui. Continue your travels by road to Arenal, Monteverde, and Guanacaste.

Notes

Maximum elevation on tour is 9,000 ft.

Guanacaste extension guests will depart from Monteverde on day 8. The extension guests will not stop in Sarchi and will not have the included lunch. These inclusions were not included in the price for the extension.

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of wildlife can I expect to see in Tortuguero National Park?

    In Tortuguero National Park, you can expect to see freshwater turtles, caimans, herons, toucans, egrets, and monkeys. During the peak nesting season from mid-July to mid-October, you may also observe endangered green turtles laying their eggs.

  • What activities are included in the visit to Arenal Volcano National Park?

    During the visit to Arenal Volcano National Park, you will take a walk through the lava trails of the volcano and enjoy a walking tour of the town of La Fortuna de San Carlos. You will also visit the Ecotermales Hot Springs for a dip in the curative and relaxing pools, followed by dinner at the hot springs.

  • What can I expect during the guided tour in Monteverde?

    In Monteverde, you will take a guided tour on the Sky Walk Hanging Bridges, which combines trails and suspension bridges through the canopy of Monteverde Cloud Forest. This tour offers a bird's eye view high above the jungle floor and introduces you to the flora and fauna of the Costa Rican cloud forest.

  • What is special about the Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve?

    The Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve is home to over 600 species of butterflies and 400 species of birds, along with 100 reptile and 120 mammal species. The dense vegetation provides a habitat for a diverse range of wildlife. You will also visit a family-owned Ecological Sanctuary and participate in a cooking class focusing on permaculture, conservation, and local traditions.

  • What are some optional activities available during free time in Guanacaste?

    During your free time in Guanacaste, you can participate in rainforest canopy tours, river rafting or floating down the Corobici River, horseback riding, fishing, snorkeling in the Pacific Ocean, or simply relaxing on the beach. You can also opt for an exhilarating zipline tour through the forest canopy.

  • What kind of accommodation can I expect on this tour?

    The accommodations on this tour include Cariari Hotel San Jose in San Jose, Evergreen Lodge in Tortuguero, Volcano Lodge & Gardens in Arenal, El Establo Mountain Lodge in Monteverde, and Tamarindo Diria Beach and Golf Resort in Guanacaste.

  • What meals are included in the tour package?

    The tour package includes breakfast daily, 5 lunches, and 5 dinners.

  • What is the group size for this tour?

    Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on all South America tour dates, limited to an average of just 20 guests per departure. This ensures extra space between travelers while still providing up-close and personal experiences.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    For over 90 years.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.

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Lisset  

Great Value for your Money

19-Dec-2022

This is my second time travelling with Globus, would have been my third if not for COVID. The way they plan everything is super organized, the tour managers are very caring and knowledgeable. We always enjoy all the site visits planned for each trip. They start by picking you up from the airport and from then on everything is taken care of up until the last day of your trip, even dropping you off at the airport not matter the time of day or night. The hotels at every city are always great and centrally located so you can walk around during your free time or plan your own visits to different sites.

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My go-to escorted travel Co My 4th trip with Globus and the did not disappoint. The sales deals they offer make it affordable for me to travel. All of the guides are well versed in the history of the area you travel in.

David R  

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10-Jan-2023

Globus is my favorite travel agency. I tried others, but always come back to Globus. It is a 100% stress free one-stop shop. Easy booking with flight, hotel, transportation and travel insurance all in one place. Great customer service at reasonable prices. Lots of information prepared for the trip to handle travel logistics. I planned and booked my trip within 24 hours. Highly recommended to everyon

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28-Dec-2022

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Nancy Arias  

The experience was amazing!!

30-Dec-2022

The trip was amazing. Our tour guide was so kind and very knowledgeable. I needed to attend a very important meeting via zoom. She was very understanding and accommodating to my needs and made it happen. I was very grateful! Our driver was by far the best driver I’ve ever encountered! I was beyond impressed with our guide, driver and trip!! I will definitely be back for another adventure!!

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30-Sep-2023

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11-Aug-2024

Specifically, Cosmos Tour of Ireland and Scotland. August 2024. Let me begin with the positive , the Tour guide was knowledgable, personable and educated! He also was extremely professional and took a genuine interest in providing the highest quality of service to the client. The bus was clean and comfortable and well maintained. The driver was highly experienced and provided excellent transportation. The excursions were acceptable and enjoyable. The Variety of age groups on the trip made for wonderful traveling companions. But unfortunately, that is where the positive ends. The Leonardo hotels that are part of the chain and experience for this specific tour are below quality. We spent a night in a room with a leak in the ceiling. That was known before we checked in and continued to leak while we were there. Another Leonardo hotel, we could not get out of our room. Due to the carpet being ripped up and blocking the door. Most of these hotels I would have walked away from, had I been on my own individual trip. The customer service is missing, customer safety is also missing in these hotels. There is lack of concern to assist customers to their rooms even when it is there responsibility to change the room, there isn't assistance offered. Never have I experienced where you had to absolutely be your own advocate. Because there is no customer concern or care. Quality of food provided is also below standards. It is frowned upon if you request something and often denied. We even had a situation where another individual was placed in the same room we were in and it was considered a "oh well too bad for you." Again, we had to transport our own luggage and bags to a new room. Only after we were our own advocates. We said this stranger and ourselves are not going to stay in the same room. Finally, we received a good room, a room that would be found acceptable in every day normal travel, and we had to change again. Because there was a missing part in a Radiator and this was known to the hotel but yet they still booked us into a room. The radiator would not turn off and the room was steaming hot. So once again, we had to transfer all of our luggage and personal items and trudged down stairwell and elevators to once again change rooms. This is so sad for a bucket list, once in a lifetime, save your money and go on your anniversary trip. The rooms are old and out, dated with stains and tears in carpets and materials. Some of the missing items are a safety concern. Buyer beware! The communication for traveling in other countries is not to the level of customer service and satisfaction that we are used to, we did not expect this level of unacceptable accommodations, much like staying in a hostile. It is the Globus/Cosmos Travel companies responsibility to make sure their accommodations for housing is up to the level of expectations of their customers. The accommodations provided are a reflection of Globus/Cosmos business model and integrity in the global travel industry. This is not everything we experienced, but just a few examples. At this time, their brand appears to be old, outdated, without concern or care for the safety of their clients or their health and welfare as applied to accomodations.Customer service, is their lost art. Choose carefully for travel service. And I would not recommend Globus or Cosmos.

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11-Jun-2024

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Oct 31, 2026 - Nov 10, 2026
$3579 $2996

Operator discount: -$583

Saturday - Tuesday

Nov 14, 2026 - Nov 24, 2026
$3631 $3048

Operator discount: -$583

Book with Confidence

  • Low Deposit

    Globus requires a minimum deposit of 200 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

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

    Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.

    At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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