Costa Rica's Natural Wonders (Including flights)
Discover the spirit of pura vida across jungles, volcanoes, and coastlines
Spanning 11 days from Canada, this guided journey takes you through Costa Rica's most extraordinary landscapes — from the wildlife-rich waterways of Tortuguero to the towering Arenal Volcano, the misty cloud forests of Monteverde, and the golden Pacific shoreline. Expert local guides, comfortable hotels, and most meals are all included.
Why You'll Love This Trip
- Navigate Tortuguero's jungle canals by boat — spot monkeys, caimans, and tropical birds
- Tour a working coffee and cacao farm near Arenal Volcano
- Walk suspended hanging bridges through Monteverde's cloud forest canopy
- Relax on the Pacific coast with optional visits to Manuel Antonio National Park
Itinerary
Fly into Costa Rica's capital. You'll be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is free to settle in or explore the city at your own pace.
Accommodation
Hotel (1 night)
An early start heading toward the Caribbean coast. The drive passes through mountain scenery, rivers, and cloud forest. Upon reaching the coast, board a boat for a 90-minute ride through jungle canals to your lodge — keep watch for wildlife along the way. After lunch, take a guided walk through the village of Tortuguero.
Accommodation
Hotel (1 night)
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Tortuguero village walking tour
A morning boat tour through the national park reveals eleven distinct habitats — rainforest, mangroves, lagoons, and nesting beaches. The park protects seven turtle species and an extraordinary range of birds, reptiles, and freshwater fish. The afternoon is free to relax at the lodge or join an optional excursion.
Accommodation
Hotel (1 night)
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Tortuguero National Park boat tour
Return by boat to the mainland, then continue overland to Guapiles for a local lunch stop. The scenic drive continues through the countryside to La Fortuna, nestled at the foot of Arenal Volcano. The rest of the day is yours.
Accommodation
Hotel (1 night)
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Visit a working farm to learn how Costa Rica produces some of the world's finest coffee and chocolate. Follow the journey from plant to cup and bean to bar, with tastings of locally made products. The afternoon is free for optional adventures around La Fortuna.
Accommodation
Hotel (1 night)
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Coffee and chocolate farm tour with tastings
Drive along the shores of Lake Arenal with sweeping volcano views. Pass through mountain villages before arriving in the Monteverde highlands. Stroll into town or find a viewpoint for sunset.
Accommodation
Hotel (1 night)
Meals
Breakfast
Walk a network of hanging bridges suspended through dense cloud forest canopy — the first of their kind in Costa Rica. Your guide will point out the extraordinary flora and fauna that thrive at every level of these misty tropical forests.
Accommodation
Hotel (1 night)
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided hanging bridges cloud forest walk
Travel down to the Pacific lowlands. Arrive at your beachside hotel by early afternoon and spend the rest of the day at the pool or on the sand.
Accommodation
Hotel (1 night)
Meals
Breakfast
A full day at leisure. Relax at the beach or opt for a guided day trip to Manuel Antonio National Park — home to white-sand beaches, howler monkeys, sloths, and a rainforest trail named one of the world's most beautiful by Forbes.
Accommodation
Hotel (1 night)
Meals
Breakfast
Morning free for a final beach walk, then transfer back to San José for your last night in Costa Rica.
Accommodation
Hotel (1 night)
Meals
Breakfast
Transfer to the airport for your return flight home.
Meals
Breakfast
Inclusions & Activities
Destinations
San José, Tortuguero, Arenal, Monteverde, Central Pacific Coast
Meals
All breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners (15 meals total)
Transport
Deluxe air-conditioned vehicles, river boat
Accommodation
Hotels throughout (10 nights)
Included
- Return flights from Canada to San José
- Airport greetings and all ground transfers
- 10 nights hotel accommodation
- 15 meals as outlined in the itinerary
- Air-conditioned transport throughout
- English-speaking local guides on all tours
- All entrance fees per the itinerary
- Tortuguero National Park admission
Optional Activities
- La Fortuna Waterfall hike~$20 USD
- Arenal Volcano guided hike~$21 USD
- Sloth & toucan wildlife walk~$70 USD
- Monteverde cloud forest zipline~$105 USD
- Monteverde night walk~$73 USD
- Manuel Antonio National Park day tourEnquire
Package Details
- Duration
- 10 Nights / 11 Days
- From
- $3,098 CAD
Per person, taxes included. Based on double occupancy.
Destinations
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