HIGHLIGHTS:

- Boat tour of Tortuguero National Park- Visit to Hot Springs in La Fortuna - Guided visit to Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve - Coffee plantation tour in Monteverde- Sunset sail from Quepos (weather permitting)- Arrival transfer and daily continental breakfast

Itinerary:

Day 1 Arrive San Jose Arrive in San Jose at any time.
Day 2-3 Tortuguero (2B,2L,2D) Travelling east by private shuttle, then by boat through the canals, we end up in Tortuguero, an important nesting area for Green and Leatherback sea turtles. Plenty of opportunity to observe the wide variety of birds and wildlife that call this area home.
Day 4-6 La Fortuna / Arenal (3B) A five-hour van/boat trip brings us to La Fortuna, in the foothills of the spectacular Arenal Volcano. La Fortuna is a hotspot for adventure travel in Costa Rica. Here you can try river rafting, mountain biking, caving, horseback riding or taking a walk through the lava fields. Relax in one of the many local hot springs, fed directly by the active volcano.
Day 7-9 Monteverde (3B) Make our way up into the misty mountain air of the Monteverde Cloud Forest. Spend 2 days exploring the town and nearby Forest Reserve, truly a bird lover?s paradise. We also tour a coffee plantation learning how the beans are harvested and the importance of the coffee industry for Costa Rica. Other optional activities include a horse ride en route from La Fortuna to Monteverde, the Sky Walk, butterfly garden, and a zip line canopy tour.
Day 10-12 Quepos / Manuel Antonio National Park (3B) Head to Quepos, where the white sand beaches and warm Pacific waters are the ideal atmosphere to relax at the end of your adventure. Enjoy swimming, fishing, kayaking, horseback riding, boogie boarding, sailing or surfing. Not far away, Manuel Antonio offers excellent hiking and wildlife viewing. Snorkel, swim and try to spot dolphins as your trips nears an end with a sunset sail (included).
Day 13 San Jose (B) Travel back to San Jose for one last night in the city.
Day 14 Depart San Jose (B)

Accommodation: Comfortable hotels (11 nts), lodge (2 nts).
Group Size: Max 15, Avg 10
Local Payment: USD250
Meals Included: Continental breakfast daily, 2 lunches and 2 dinners in Tortuguero Lodge.
Transport: Private van, boat.
Trip Reference: CRE