Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in San José
You'll land at San José International Airport where staff will be waiting for you after you grab your luggage and go through customs. From there it's a transfer straight to your hotel for check-in.
- Day 2
San José to Arenal Volcano & Hot Springs
Head to the Arenal region with a stop in Sarchi to check out local artisan crafts and see the world's largest ox cart. The route takes you through agricultural areas before reaching La Fortuna for lunch with volcano views. Later in the afternoon you'll relax in Baldi Hot Springs with its 25 natural mineral pools, then have dinner and stay overnight in Arenal.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (At a cozy restaurant in La Fortuna with stunning views of the volcano), Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Sarchi town and see the world's largest ox cart (Guinness Book of Records)
- Scenic drive through agricultural landscapes including pineapple fields, mango orchards, and cattle farms
- Lunch at a local restaurant in La Fortuna with volcano views
- Arenal Volcano viewing
- Baldi Hot Springs thermal water experience with 25 natural mineral pools (temperatures ranging from 93°F to 152°F)
- Dinner at local restaurant
Landmarks/POIs Sarchi Arenal Volcano La Fortuna Baldi Hot Springs - Day 3
Peñas Blancas River Safari
Take a guided boat safari on the Peñas Blancas River where you'll see monkeys, sloths, herons, and various bird species. The eco-friendly trip runs about 1.5 to 2 hours and gives you a relaxed way to explore the region's wildlife and natural areas.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Peñas Blancas River boat tour with naturalist guide
- Wildlife viewing including monkeys, sloths, herons, and bird species
Landmarks/POIs Peñas Blancas River - Day 4
Arenal to Guanacaste
Travel from Arenal to Guanacaste, known for its beaches and Tropical Dry Forest. The scenic drive takes approximately 3 to 4 hours with nice views along the way.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks/POIs Tropical Dry Forest - Day 5
Vida Aventura Ranch Adventure
Spend the day at Vida Aventura Ranch & Nature Park in the Guanacaste mountains. You'll do a zip line course through the trees, then take a guided horseback ride where you can see two active volcanoes. After that you'll soak in the thermal pools before heading back to your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Canopy zip line course at Vida Aventura Ranch & Nature Park
- Guided horseback ride with views of two active volcanoes
- Thermal pools experience
Landmarks/POIs Vida Aventura Ranch & Nature Park - Day 6
Free Time in Guanacaste
You have the day free to explore Guanacaste however you like, relax at the hotel, or try one of the optional activities available.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore the Guanacaste area
- Optional activities available
- Day 7
Free Time in Guanacaste
Another free day where you can explore Guanacaste at your own pace, stay at the hotel, or join an optional activity.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore the Guanacaste area
- Optional activities available
- Day 8
Departure
Your driver will pick you up from the hotel lobby and take you to Liberia International Airport (LIR) for your departure flight.
