Budget
Affordable
Max. Group Size
16
Pace
Moderate
Trip Style
Active
Trip Code
CRSM
Overview
Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 13 Day Costa Rica Active Adventure. 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...read more beach at Puerto Viejo. Phew! Tired yet? No? Time to book!
Itinerary
There are no planned activities during the day, so check in to the hotel and explore the city. If you arrive early enough, you'll have time to explore the city. Stay: Hotel Rincón del Valle
Today's ride can be a bumpy ride on some unpaved roads, but the views along the way are spectacular. Stay: Sibu Lodge
Your CEO will let you know about all the activities available and help you pick the best option for you. Get your adrenaline pumping and pre-book the Costa Rica Adrenaline Bundle on the checkout page to include this optional activity on your tour or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance. Stay: Sibu Lodge
The town of La Fortuna lies near the base of the Arenal Volcano and is a perfect launch pad to go wild and let the adrenaline flow with a range of adventure sports. Stay: Hotel Eco Arenal
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. Stay: Hotel Eco Arenal
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. Stay: Hotel Eco Arenal
In the morning, transfer from La Fortuna to the put-in point for rafting on the Pacuare River. On this first day, stop down river for a short hike to explore waterfalls, and scenic, hidden canyons. In the evening, stay at a jungle lodge on the banks of the Pacuare River in a scenic, but remote location. Stay: Pacuare Eco River Lodge (B/L/D)
Get off the river for the day to explore the jungle by foot. Stay: Pacuare Eco River Lodge (B/L/D)
Continue down river to the take-out point, then travel to the Caribbean coastal town of Puerto Viejo. Stay: Hotel Cabinas Guarana (B/L)
The picturesque village of Puerto Viejo de Talamanca is known for its incomparable white- and black-sand beaches surrounded by exotic tropical vegetation. Rent a bike or hire a boat to Manzanillo, hike to Monkey Point through the Gandoca-Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge. Try snorkelling or take it easy and and explore La Isla Botanical Gardens. Stay: Hotel Cabinas Guarana
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. Stay: Hotel Cabinas Guarana
Return to San José and take advantage of a final day to shop for souvenirs (coffee anyone?). Stay: Hotel Rincón del Valle
Depart at any time.
Trip Inclusions
- 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.
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Meeting - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Discover Moment: La Fortuna
- Your Hands-On Moment: Surfing Lesson
- 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
- Hotels (10 Nights), jungle lodge (2 Nights)
- Our accommodation for the Pacuare Rafting Expedition is in a rustic lodge which has multi-share dormitory-style rooms, with shared bathroom facilities.
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides
- 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
- Public bus, private vehicle, bicycle, boat, raft, hiking
- Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
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Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices and trip information are correct at the time at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by G Adventures.
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices and trip information are correct at the time at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by G Adventures.
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