Pura Vida: Discover Costa Rica

DAY 1

Home - San José

Upon arrival to Juan Santamaría International Airport, you will be met by a Soliman Travel representative. Private transfer to your hotel for a 1 night stay.

Overnight in San José

DAY 2

San José - Arenal

Arenal Volcano and Tabacón Hot Spring

After breakfast, drive towards the famous Arenal Volcano. Few sites in Costa Rica inspire more respect and admiration. At 1670 metres, with a crater of 140 metres in diameter, the Arenal is considered a young volcano, estimated to be less than 7,500 years old and remains Costa Rica’s most active volcano. Its tall and conical shape stands imposing over the pastured green hillsides that surround its base. On the way to La Fortuna, a stop is made in Sarchi, the country's most famous crafts and souvenir town. Lunch is in a traditional restaurant with an excellent view of the volcano. Sail the Arenal Lake after lunch. End the afternoon with a relaxing visit to one of the best local thermal springs, Tabacon. Private transfer to your hotel for a 2 night stay.

Overnight in Arenal

DAY 3

Sky walk and Hanging bridges

Morning guided walk through the rainforest, incorporating the famous hanging bridges. Located within the corridor followed by birds migrating between North and South America, the trails and bridges will bring the visitor as close as you could ever imagine to observing the birds, the flowers and the lush vegetation of the primary rainforest. The property has impressive views of the Arenal Volcano and the lake that feeds the largest hydroelectric plant in Costa Rica. This walk is a fun and educational way to learn more about the forest and the local environment and enjoy the close contact with nature. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels, a perfect activity to do with the family.

Overnight in Arenal

DAY 4

Arenal - Manuel Antonio National Park

Private land transfer to your hotel near the Manuel Antonio National Park and the beaches of the Central Pacific coastline, for a 2 night stay. Manuel Antonio National Park consists of a vast marine reserve as well as 1,700 acres of mangrove swamp, primary and secondary rainforest. The forest vegetation stretches as far as the high-tide line and provides a stunning backdrop to the expansive sandy beaches, forested islands and dramatic rocky headlands.  The Park is home to the White Faced, Mantled Howler and Red-backed Squirrel monkeys, Two and Three Toad sloths, among other mammals, as well as a number of bird.  Punta Catedral (cathedral point), the bay of Puerto Escondido (hidden port), as well as its beautiful beaches with blue green waters are some of its main attractions.

Overnight at the National Park

DAY 5

Visit the Manuel Antonio National Park

Day at leisure or option to take a guided tour of the park, go ocean kayaking or whale and dolphin watching.

Overnight at the National Park

DAY 6

Manuel Antonio National Park - San José

Afternoon private land transfer to your hotel in San Jose for 1 night stay.

Overnight in San José

DAY 7

San José - Home

Private transfer to Juan Santamaria International airport for your flight home.

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