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Exotic Costa Rica, Self-drive

8 days
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Start and end in Liberia
4.0
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  • Beautiful waterfall surrounded by lush greenery and turquoise pool.
  • A close-up of a squirrel monkey with a curious expression.
  • Tropical beach with clear blue waters and lush green trees.
  • Suspended bridge in a cloud forest with mist and lush greenery.
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  • The packaged tour saved us a lot of time deciding where to travel to and where to stay.

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    Gary, traveled in December
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Travel exclusively with your friends and family
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Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Guided in English
All Ages Welcome
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Highlights

  • Pick up your rental car at Liberia airport
  • Explore Rincon de la Vieja Volcano
  • Hike to the stunning Rio Celeste
  • Walk the Monteverde cloud forest
  • Visit the scenic Manuel Antonio Park

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 ARRIVAL LIBERIA – RINCON DE LA VIEJA (35km – 1 hr)
  2. Day 2 RINCON DE LA VIEJA – BIJAGUA (100km – 2 hrs)
  3. Day 3 BIJAGUA
  4. Day 4 BIJAGUA – MONTEVERDE (110km – 3 hrs)
  5. Day 5 MONTEVERDE
  6. Day 6 MONTEVERDE – MANUEL ANTONIO (190km – 4 hrs)
  7. Day 7 MANUEL ANTONIO NATIONAL PARK
  8. Day 8 MANUEL ANTONIO – DEPART LIBERIA (270km – 4.5 hrs)
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Where You'll Stay

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  • Cañon de la Vieja

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  • Hacienda Guachipelin

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    day 1

  • Celeste Mountain Lodge

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  • Rio Celeste Hideaway

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  • Monteverde Country Lodge

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  • Poco a Poco

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  • Monteverde Gardens & Lodge

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  • Villa Bosque

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  • San Bada

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  • Parador Resort

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  • GD
    · December 29th, 2023
    The packaged tour saved us a lot of time...
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    Destination Services Costa Rica commented on this review
    Good Day Dear Gary We really appreciate your comments, and we are happy to know you have enjoyed your time during the trip driving and discovering Costa Rica spots. We hope to assist you again in future travels to see more of everthing Costa Rica... Show more
    Trip date: December 2023
  • ND
    · March 26th, 2020
    This tour is good for experienced independent travelers. You will have to do your own homework before you embark on the trip.
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    Destination Services Costa Rica commented on this review
    Dear Nita, Thank you very much for taking the time to provide us feedback. All your comments are essential to improve our service. All the best, Destination Services Costa Rica Team.
    Trip date: March 2020

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    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Costa Rica. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Costa Rica. Ideally 10 days before travel.
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