Coast to Coast Costa Rica — 13 Days

Day by day

1. Day 1

   Welcome to Costa Rica

   Arrival at Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO). An Inka Rainbow representative will be waiting for you after customs to provide a private transfer to your hotel in San José.

   Meals

   None

2. Day 2

   Traveling to the Northern Caribbean

   We begin the journey into the depths of the jungle towards Tortuguero National Park. Along the route, we will cross banana plantations and picturesque Caribbean towns. From the La Pavona dock, we will board a boat through the magical canals to the lodge. Welcome lunch and free afternoon.

   Meals

   Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

3. Day 3

   Tortuguero National Park

   Known as "The Amazon of Costa Rica." We will enjoy a boat tour through the winding canals to observe the diverse wildlife (monkeys, birds, caimans) camouflaged in the dense jungle.

   Meals

   Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

4. Day 4

   Transfer to Playa Puerto Viejo

   Boat departure back to La Pavona and land transfer to the Southern Caribbean, to the beautiful Playa Puerto Viejo, a paradise of Afro-Caribbean culture and relaxing beaches.

   Meals

   Breakfast, Lunch

5. Day 5

   Cahuita National Park Walk

   Guided exploration of approximately 7 km from Punta Cahuita to the town. We will observe sloths, white-faced capuchin monkeys, howler monkeys, and colorful birds along the route.

   Meals

   Breakfast, Lunch

6. Day 6

   Pacuare River Rapids

   Early transfer to conquer the class III-IV rapids of the Pacuare River, ranked among the best in the world. At the end of the adventure, transfer to the Arenal Volcano area.

   Meals

   Breakfast, Lunch

7. Day 7

   Combo Tour (Hanging Bridges, La Fortuna Waterfall & Arenal Volcano)

   Tour through the rainforest from the treetops on the hanging bridges, visit the majestic La Fortuna Waterfall for a refreshing swim, and observe the imposing Arenal Volcano.

   Meals

   Breakfast, Lunch

8. Day 8

   Arenal Lake Transfer & El Trapiche Tour in Monteverde

   Scenic transfer crossing Arenal Lake by boat towards the Monteverde Cloud Forest. In the afternoon, we will learn about the coffee, sugar cane, and cocoa process in "El Trapiche Tour".

   Meals

   Breakfast

9. Day 9

   Monteverde Cloud Forest & Canopy Tour

   Morning guided walk through the biological reserve, feeling the mist and admiring the flora. In the afternoon, an adrenaline-filled experience flying through the treetops on an exciting canopy tour (zip line).

   Meals

   Breakfast

10. Day 10

    Transfer to Playa Manuel Antonio

    Journey from the mountains to the Central Pacific to relax on the pristine white-sand beaches of Manuel Antonio.

    Meals

    Breakfast

11. Day 11

    Manuel Antonio National Park Walk

    Guided tour through the park to admire the abundant flora and fauna, with free time to swim in the turquoise waters and relax on the white sand.

    Meals

    Breakfast

12. Day 12

    Return to San José

    Free morning to enjoy paradise at your own pace. In the afternoon, transfer back to San José for the last night in the country.

    Meals

    Breakfast

13. Day 13

    Journey Back Home

    Private transfer to the airport (SJO) in time for your departure flight.

    Meals

    Breakfast