Arenal Volcano Adventure
Admire one of the country's most beautiful volcanoes and the park around it, and experience the rainforest Sky Tram, zip-lining and a hanging-bridge sky walk.
Costa Rica Eco Private Small Group Tour · 8 Days 7 Nights
8D Costa Rica Private Tour
San Jose · Arenal · Monteverde · Manuel Antonio
8 days and 7 nightsStarts and ends at San Jose Airport
From HK$16,980 per personPrice based on a group of 4 people
Personal English-speaking tour guideProfessional guiding and transfers provided throughout
Star-rated accommodationIncludes 8 nights in quality 3-star hotels with breakfast
Private small group tour price reference
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From HK$16,980 per person
- Minimum number of participants required to form a group
- 4 people
- Price terms
- Price based on a group of 4 people
Prices for private tours are subject to change based on departure date, number of travelers, room type, and availability. The final price will be confirmed by Travel Mama.
COSTA RICA HIGHLIGHTS TOUR
Explore rainforests and volcanic wonders, and immerse yourself in Costa Rica's natural ecology
This 8-day, 7-night eco private tour of Costa Rica takes you deep into a Central American paradise of abundant wildlife and spectacular natural scenery! On arrival in San Jose, a private transfer takes you to the capital's historic districts, founded in the mid-18th century and rich in landmarks. Next, head into Arenal to admire its beautiful volcano park and plentiful wildlife, and enjoy the thrill of an aerial tram and hanging bridges. Then continue to the mysterious cloud forest reserve of Monteverde, which straddles the Continental Divide between the Pacific and the Caribbean. Finally, move on to Manuel Antonio National Park for an unforgettable night jungle walk and a catamaran cruise with a BBQ lunch. With comfortable hotels throughout, your nature getaway will be relaxed and worry-free.
San Jose Airport Arenal Volcano Monteverde Cloud Forest Manuel Antonio San Jose Airport
Monteverde Cloud Forest
Explore a mysterious reserve made up of six distinct life zones, and walk the Continental Divide with one foot on the Pacific side and the other on the Caribbean side.
Manuel Antonio Nature
Join a night jungle walk to seek out unique nocturnal animals, then head out to sea on a catamaran to snorkel and enjoy a delicious barbecue lunch on board.
Included
- Minimum group size is 4 people.
- Private airport meet-and-transfer service (Days 1 & 8)
- San Jose (Days 1 & 7) Park Inn (3*) or similar
- Arenal (Days 2-3) Casa Luna (3*) or similar
- Monteverde (Day 4) Monteverde Country Lodge (3*) or similar
- Manuel Antonio (Days 5-6) Tabulia Tree Hotel (3*) or similar
- Hotel breakfast on 7 days
- Operated with English speaking tour escort throughout the itinerary
Exclusions
- ✗ Once an order is confirmed, it is non-refundable and non-changeable, and will be confirmed within 3 business days.
- ✗ Guests must hold a valid passport and entry visa that are valid for at least 6 months from the date of return to Hong Kong.
- ✗ The company accepts no responsibility for any problems arising from guests' personal travel documents
- ✗ Porterage at airports and hotels
- ✗ Meals: Lunch and Dinner
- ✗ Tips
- ✗ The airfare is not included
- ✗ Any other expenses not mentioned.
8-DAY ITINERARY
8-day, 7-night suggested itinerary
Actual transportation arrangements and tour times may be adjusted according to the departure date, local operating conditions, and traffic conditions.
Day 1
ARRIVAL SAN JOSE
Welcome at Juan Santamaria International Airport from one of our local representative. Transfer to your hotel in San Jose. Rest of the day at leisure.
🏨 Accommodation: San Jose
Day 2
SAN JOSE – ARENAL (130 km – 2.5hrs)
Delight in a tasty breakfast at the hotel. At the agreed time, departure to your next destination: La Fortuna de San Carlos, home of the wonderful Arenal Volcano. Rest of the day at leisure.
🏨 Accommodation: Arenal
🍽 Meals: Breakfast
Day 3
ARENAL
Wake up to breakfast at the hotel. Today is the perfect day for exploring Arenal, full of adrenaline and adventure! Sky Tram, SkyTrek and SkyWalk: experience nature and adventure combined. Begin your journey aboard the SkyTram, which rises gracefully above the rainforest and offers priceless views along the way, then enjoy an exhilarating zip-line (SkyTrek) flight over the forest canopy. Afterwards, follow a 4 km (2.5 mile) loop trail that winds through the different layers of a wonderfully diverse ecosystem, enjoying a peaceful exploration of the Arenal rainforest. The SkyWalk uses these trails and a series of hanging bridges to give you a close, one-on-one encounter with the plants and animals of the forest canopy. You will hike deep into these magical tropical forests and see nature from a unique perspective.
🏨 Accommodation: Arenal
🍽 Meals: Breakfast
Day 4
ARENAL – MONTEVERDE (160 km – 3.5hrs)
Start the day with a tasty breakfast at the hotel. At the agreed time, depart for your next destination: the mysterious cloud forest of Monteverde, a true paradise for nature lovers. Monteverde Cloud Forest hike: discover the essence of the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, one of the most astonishing nature reserves in the world. Accompanied by a professional guide, hike along trails through 13 km of forest within the reserve. Step onto the Continental Divide with one foot on the Caribbean side and the other on the Pacific side. The reserve offers views of both the Pacific and the Caribbean, and is filled with towering trees covered in striking epiphytes.
🏨 Accommodation: Monteverde
🍽 Meals: Breakfast
Day 5
MONTEVERDE – MANUEL ANTONIO (180km – 4hrs)
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and check out. At the agreed time, depart for your next destination: Manuel Antonio beach on the Central Pacific coast. Night jungle walk: explore the forest's natural habitat, home to all kinds of creatures such as frogs, lizards, mammals, insects, spiders, snakes, birds and more. The beautiful symphony of the tropical rainforest at night is one of the most exciting experiences; switch off the lights for a moment and listen to all its secret sounds. This unique jungle walk is a 2-hour guided adventure in which you get to become part of one of Costa Rica's most interesting and important ecosystems: the tropical wet forest at night. You will have the chance to encounter many of the nocturnal residents of our amazing jungle.
🏨 Accommodation: Manuel Antonio
🍽 Meals: Breakfast
Day 6
MANUEL ANTONIO
Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the hotel. Spend the day discovering the most beautiful natural wonders of Manuel Antonio. Catamaran adventure: sail towards the horizon on a catamaran, taking in marine life as well as the islands and rock formations along the coast near Manuel Antonio National Park. You will board the catamaran at Marina Pez Vela in Quepos, then cruise along the coast. Have your camera ready to capture the beautiful scenery along the way. As you admire the islands, cliffs and other natural features, your guide will point out our famous wildlife and vegetation. Enjoy the drinks and snacks served on board. After exploring the coastline, the captain will drop anchor in Biesanz Bay, where you can snorkel or simply relax on board. You are most likely to see parrotfish, starfish, angelfish and dolphins, which sometimes follow the boat. A delicious barbecue lunch is served on board.
🏨 Accommodation: Manuel Antonio
🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (on board)
Day 7
MANUEL ANTONIO – SAN JOSE (180km – 2.5hrs)
Enjoy a rich breakfast at the hotel. At the agreed time, departure to San Jose for your last night in Costa Rica. Rest of the day at leisure to relax and enjoy the hotel facilities.
🏨 Accommodation: San Jose
🍽 Meals: Breakfast
Day 8
DEPARTURE SAN JOSE
Wake up to a one last breakfast at the hotel. At the agreed time, departure to Juan Santamaria International Airport to take your flight back home.
🍽 Meals: Breakfast
STAY IN COSTA RICA
Accommodation Reference
We have carefully selected quality 3-star hotels in each city so you can rest comfortably during your nature journey. Actual hotels are subject to availability.
SAN JOSE
San Jose (2 nights)
- Park Inn (3*) or similar (Days 1 & 7)
ARENAL
Arenal (2 nights)
- Casa Luna (3*) or similar (Days 2-3)
MONTEVERDE
Monteverde (1 night)
- Monteverde Country Lodge (3*) or similar (Day 4)
MANUEL ANTONIO
Manuel Antonio (2 nights)
- Tabulia Tree Hotel (3*) or similar (Days 5-6)
Precautions and Frequently Asked Questions
- Accommodation arrangements: Early check-out, early check-in, late check-in, adjacent rooms, and connecting rooms are subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed.
- Terms of Service: Unused services are non-refundable, and packages cannot be split. The itinerary may be modified as appropriate due to local conditions (such as traffic or weather), including changes of hotel.
- Order Confirmation: Once confirmed, bookings are strictly non-refundable and unchangeable. Confirmation will be sent within 3 working days.
- Document requirements: Guests must hold a passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of return to Hong Kong, and the required entry visas.
- What do I need to bring? Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Costa Rica. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.
- Package Code: 451777
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