Day 1 San Jose Costa Rica
Day 2 Whitewater Rafting at Pacuare River You will be picked up from your San Jose area hotel to the operations center, located in Siquirres, where you
Day 3 Arenal Volcano Area - Canyoning in the Lost Canyon You'll rappel down huge waterfalls, jump into pools, zip down guided rappels, downclimb the canyon walls and river boulders, and hike up through the rainforest. Start the rappelling-leg of your canyoning journey with the first waterfall referred to as the
Day 4 Shared Transfer from Arenal to Monteverde, Lake Crossing and horse back riding The trip combines comfortable door to door minivan transfers with a fun and scenic cruise across the tranquil Lake Arenal, where you will experience beautiful views of the majestic volcano and the forested Tilaran Mountain Range. You will also have the chance to see a variety of wetland birds such as kingfishers, flycatchers, waders and other exotic species that abound on the lakeshore. You will be picked up from your hotel in Arenal and be driven to the Lake Arenal dam, where you will board a covered boat. This is where the scenic 45-minute cruise across the lake begins. Next, you will begin the impressive 1.5-hour journey up the mountainside on a steep road offering stunning views of the lush, green valley. You will be driven directly to your Monteverde area hotel. IMPORTANT: Passengers should expect to carry their bags/luggage to and from the boat. Drivers will do their best to help if you have any problems with carrying heavy bags. Just let them know in advance.
What to Bring: Comfortable clothes and shoes, camera.
Horseback Riding Tour in Monteverde
The horseback riding tour in Monteverde allows you to observe the activities of a traditional farm in Costa Rica, crossing plantations of coffee, banana, sugar cane, areas for livestock and forest; everything riding. Also, enjoy the best panoramic views of the Gulf of Nicoya and the magical mountains of the cloud forest. This tour is with excellent horses suitable for all ages.
What to Bring: Long pants, closed-toed shoes, raincoat, camera, insect repellent.
Day 5 Canopy Tour (Zip Line) The tour is located in a private reserve created in 1994. It starts with a short guided walk through the private 70-acre reserve of the cloud forest. The first part of the tour will take you through primary (old growth), and secondary (new growth) forest. You will fly through the treetops listening closely to the vast variety of birds that can be seen throughout the reserve. Then, just when you think you have become one with the canopy the tour ends with an exhilarating rappel down from the
Day 6 Shuttle Transfer from Monteverde to Samara Beach Samara Beach is located in the northwest part of the Nicoya Peninsula. Samara beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in Costa Rica inside a long crescent-shaped bay. Known for its breathtaking sunsets, great surfing waves and a healthy atmosphere, it
Day 7 Surf lesson in Samara Beach If you have always wanted to learn to surf in the tropics, Samara beach is your answer! The 7 kilometers long white sand beach is framed by mountains and the striking Chora Island is just offshore. Since Samara Beach is largely protected by an outer reef, the waves are easy to catch and are perfect for beginners. What to Bring: Bathing suit, sunscreen, a towel.
Day 8 Shuttle Transfer from Samara to San Jose Travel time: 5 hours and 30 minutes.
Day 9 Departure day Private Transfer OUT from Hotel to Airport / Private
Costa Rica.9 days $1,276.25
