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Costa Rica Road Trip: Jungle beats & Ocean Waves

12 days
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Start and end in San José
4.8
223 traveler reviews
  • Bright flowers in front of a church with a volcano in the background.
  • Aerial view of a pristine beach with waves crashing on the shore.
  • Iguana perched on a branch amidst lush greenery.
  • Secluded beach with clear blue water and trees lining the shore.
  • Kayaks leaning against palm trees on a sandy beach.
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  • Tropical beach with lush greenery and rocks by the ocean.
  • Waterfall surrounded by lush forest and a shallow pool.
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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 ¡Bienvenido a San José!
  2. Day 2 Tamarindo: Place of Sunsets
  3. Day 3 Feel the Vibe: Surfer Life & Jungle Hikes
  4. Day 4 Beachhopping: from black sand to dream beach
  5. Day 5 Drop of Magic: shell beach meets sundowner
  6. Day 6 Paths to happiness: off to La Fortuna!
  7. Day 7 Hot, hotter, Arenal: lava hike & hot springs
  8. Day 8 Liquid bliss: to waterfalls & lakes
  9. Day 9 Little Jamaica: beach vibes in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
  10. Day 10 Go Slow: On two wheels towards hippie vibes
  11. Day 11 Puerto Viejo: Nothing But Sea & Sky!
  12. Day 12 Hasta luego: Farewell Costa Rica!
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Where You'll Stay

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  • Posada El Quijote

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  • Zulu Surf Hotel

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  • La Fortuna Suites

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  • La Fortuna Lodge

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  • Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only

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  • Sarah
    · September 8th, 2025
    I joined the “Costa Rica Road Trip: Jungle beats & Ocean Waves” in August and it was unforgettable. The mix of jungle, beaches, and the Arenal Volcano was stunning. Everything was well organized, with comfortable hotels and delicious local food. Making every activity—whether hiking, swimming at waterfalls, or relaxing by the ocean—feel special. A perfect balance of adventure and downtime. Highly recommended!
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  • Jonas
    · July 23rd, 2025
    This road trip was a wonderful blend of adventure and tranquility. From sipping coffee in the hustle of San José, soaking in Arenal’s steamy hot springs at dusk, to ending each day amidst the surf and sunsets of Tamarindo—truly unforgettable.
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  • Noor
    · June 11th, 2025
    An exceptional self-drive tour! We had the freedom to take side trails near La Fortuna, gazed at the Arenal Volcano towering above, and then coasted along to the Pacific beaches. Perfect pace—adrenaline when wanted, rest when needed.
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