Costa Rica
Costa Rica is pure nature and an explosion of life. It is a paradise of biodiversity (more than Europe and EEUU together – the magic of Central America) & a pioneer country in sustainable travel. Costa Rica is pure nature and an explosion of life. It is a paradise of biodiversity (more than Europe and EEUU together – the magic of Central America) & a pioneer country in sustainable travel.
May 12 – May 18
(7 days, 6 nights)
Highlights
- Trekking the tropical forest through hanging bridges
- Costa Rican´ food cooking class with local ingredients
- Surfing in Santa Teresa
- Horse back riding in a spectacular Hacienda
- Relax and take all the water natural properties in at hotsprings
- Stargazing and moon bathing.
Itinerary
- Day 1
- Day 2
- Day 3
- Day 4
- Day 5
- Day 6
- Day 7
- Map
Arrival at San José
Arrival & transfer to the property in San José.
Light dinner (room service available) and overnight.
Exploration of Arenal Volcano Area.
On the way from San José to Arenal, we will stop at Villa Blanca to see different projects and researches taken place at the reserve. Lunch will be served here.
Arenal Volcano is immersed in a landscape of full beauty. It is 1640 m and has been inactive since 2010.
Upon arrival, we will explore La Fortuna Town: its market, a local school and its church.
Welcome dinner will be served. Night at Arenal.
Exploration of Arenal Area
Morning Trekking at the hanging bridges, a 6 km circuit trail that snakes around the levels of the ecosystem.
Lunch in town.
In the afternoon, visit to hot springs which have highly mineralized and full of healing properties water. Water is heated by the Arenal volcano magma.
After there will be the possibility to immerse in a sound healing meditation (a la carte experiences)
Dinner will be served at the property garden. Night at Arenal.
Hiking at Tenorio NP & learn local flavors
Tenorio NP is home Rio Celeste waterfall, called by many one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the world due to its colors. Another morning full of movement, we will trek in the park and, obviously see the waterfall (8km).
Later in the afternoon, we will join our host chef for a fun and entertaining session of local recipes. At the end, we will enjoy our culinary creations (part of a la carte experiences). For those who prefer self-time, there will a possibility to relax by the property pool or at one of its cozzy corners.
Night at Tenorio area.
Horse back riding at a Hacienda & way to the coast
We will horseback ride at an Hacienda which is 700 hectares of primary forest full of wildlife. Either if you are a first timer or a seasonal rider, the experience will be adjusted to you.
In the afternoon we will take our flight to Santa Teresa, one of these places with special energy.
Exploration of Santa Teresa
We will start our day with a surfing session as Santa Teresa is worldwide known among surfing lovers & discreet celebs.
Afternoon at leisure, we will have time to explore the town and our own pace and feel its Hippy chic vibes. For those who would like to, the day will finish with a meditation session by the beach with sunset.
Transfer to Tambor airstip and back to San Jose
Depending on each one flight timings, a walking sightseeing of San Jose would be available (a la carte).
Accommodation
Glamping in a tented camp
Jungle villas
A coastal boutique property
Eco Friendly hotel
Price 1800 double use and 2700 single use.
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The experience will start and end in San José. Recommended flights to meet our complimentary transfers will be given when you book.
CommunityAll properties have a sustainability strategy in place, with a renewable energy program, a water and waste management system & a plastic reduction policy. All of them are either locally owned or run and employ the majority of local people. All our experience leaders are local. |
PlanetWe are carbon offset the entire trip and when booking you can choose to support a local NGO. |