Costa Rica Active Adventure
G Adventures Active
Trekking, biking, horseback riding, kayaking, ziplining. Costa Rica really is the “Adventure Capital of the Americas.” Thrill-seekers will find more than enough to keep themselves busy over this trip’s 13 action-packed days. After landing in San José, embark on four days of exploration around Monteverde and Arenal Volcano. Raft down the mighty Pacuare River before crossing over to our remote rainforest lodge, surrounded on all sides by the thick, enveloping jungle. End the journey by heading down to the beach at Puerto Viejo. Phew! Tired yet? No? Time to book!
Highlights
- Paddle through world-class rapids on the Pacuare River
- Mountain bike in the shadow of Arenal Volcano
- Chill out to the sounds of crashing Caribbean waves
- Stand up on a surfboard in Puerto Viejo
Pricing
Small group tour starting at $2,249* CAD per person, based on double occupancy
13 Days – San José to San José
Travel Style: Active
Hiking, trekking, biking, rafting, and kayaking adventures all over the world, made for outdoor types.
Service Level: Standard
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
Physical Grading: 3 – Average
Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 16, Avg 12.
What’s Included
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Discover Moment: La Fortuna
- Your Hands-On Moment: Surfing Lesson, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
- Your Discover Moment: Puerto Viejo de Talamanca.
- Overnight Pacuare River rafting trip.
- Guided hike (Pacuare River).
- Guided cycling excursion (La Fortuna).
- Bike ride (Puerto Viejo).
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
Day
Day 1
Location(s)
San José
Meals
Description
Arrive at any time.
Accommodation: Hotel El Sesteo (or similar)
Day 2
San José – Monteverde
Drive through Costa Rica’s beautiful countryside to Monteverde to explore the verdant cloud forest and enjoy the surrounding area.
Accommodation: Hotel Rustic Lodge (or similar, 2 nights)
Day 3
Monteverde
Enjoy a free day for optional activities in and around Monteverde like ziplining, horseback riding, or touring the cloud forest.
Day 4
Monteverde – La Fortuna
Travel through rolling hills and across a lake to La Fortuna, where there is free time to explore.
Accommodation: Hotel Eco Arenal (or similar, 3 nights)
Day 5
La Fortuna
Enjoy a free day in La Fortuna. Opt to go whitewater rafting, waterfall rappelling, paddleboarding or one of the many other optionals this region has to offer. Spend another day getting your adrenaline pumping, viewing local wildlife, marveling at the Arenal Volcano and getting to know more about La Fortuna’s Costa Rica.
Day 6
La Fortuna
Cycle the area around La Fortuna on a guided half-day biking tour. At night, opt to relax and soak in hot springs at the base of Arenal Volcano.
Day 7
La Fortuna – Pacuare
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy a two-day guided rafting expedition along the Pacuare River, stopping at times to explore on foot, then stay the night in rustic cabins built along the river.
Accommodation: Pacuare Eco River Lodge (or similar, 2 nights)
Day 8
Pacuare
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Get off the river for the day to explore the jungle by foot.
Day 9
Pacuare – Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Breakfast, Lunch
Continue down river to the take-out point, then travel to the Caribbean coastal town of Puerto Viejo.
Accommodation: Hotel Cabinas Guarana (or similar, 3 nights)
Day 10
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
The Caribbean is famous for its sun, sand and surf. Hop on a bike and take a ride to the beach, then pull on a rash guard, grab a big board and get ready to hang ten like a local with an included surf lesson.
Day 11
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Enjoy free time in Puerto Viejo and soak up the sun on the Caribbean. The warm turquoise water is ideal for swimming, fishing, kayaking, boogie boarding, and surfing. Opt to take a boat trip, snorkel the nearby reefs, or cycle down the coast.
Day 12
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca – San José
Return to San José and take advantage of a final day to shop for souvenirs (coffee anyone?).
Accommodation: Hotel El Sesteo (or similar)
Day 13
San José
Depart at any time.
*Hotel rooms are subject to availability and are confirmed by the supplier at time of booking; they may be replaced by other hotel rooms of similar category at the sole discretion of the supplier.
Interested in the itinerary above? Click on the “START PLANNING” button below and reference “Costa Rica Active Adventure” in the form, or give us a call at 587.997.5969 to book.
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*Prices are per person, based on double occupancy and subject to change and availability.