Day 1 - Vacations to the Forest Nature of Costa Rica en 6 days

Day 1 - Arrival to Costa Rica, Car Rental, and Transfer to Monte Verde

Tour Vacations to the Forest Nature of Costa Rica

Vacations to the Forest Nature of Costa Rica

Inicio: San José, Costa Rica | Fin: San José, Costa Rica
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Day 1 - Arrival to Costa Rica, Car Rental, and Transfer to Monte Verde
Arrival to Costa Rica and tansfer to Arenal

Most international flights arrive at the Juan Santamaría International Airport, which is 18 kilometers from the city of Costa Rica. San José is not a city that stands out for its touristic attractions. So I highly recommend going directly from the airport to Arenal (which is our first destination). Furthermore, the airport is closer to Arenal than the city of San José. This will save us 1 hour to get in and one hour to get out of the city.

The road from the San José airport to Arenal is of 120 kilometers. It takes approximately 2 hours 45 minutes.

Relax in Arenal after a long journey

Arenal is one of the most attractive tourist places in Costa Rica. The city was built on the slopes of the Arenal Volcano. The volcano can be seen from almost everywhere. Due to the volcanic energy that surrounds the volcano, the area is full of hot springs where you can relax deeply after your flight and a long road.

The main idea of this day is to relax and enjoy the natural thermal waters that come off the volcano in one of the hotels with thermal pools. If you are lucky and the sky is clear you will likely see the volcano while taking your relaxing shower in the hot springs. In past times the volcano was more active and the lava could be seen with a bright red color that contrasted with the darkness of the night.

Recommended Hotels in Arenal: Why do I recommend these hotels?

The recommended hotels in Arenal on this itinerary were selected because they have hot springs pools. Many hotels without hot springs pools sell tours to hotels with hot spring pools that cost between $ 25 and $ 40 per person. Therefore, although the price of accommodation might be higher, you will save on activities and you will stay in a nicer hotel.

Also in a hotel with these characteristics you can enjoy the hot springs from your arrival and at the time you like.

Arenal / La Fortuna Costa Rica Hoteles Recomendados
La Fortuna Lodge
La Fortuna Lodge

Calle 474 and Avenida 331A, 125 meters north and 75 meters west from Latino Pizza, 21007 Fortuna, Costa Rica, La Fortuna

Hotel El Silencio del Campo
5

Hotel El Silencio del Campo

Catholic Church/La Fortuna 5 km nw, San Carlos

Reviews (2512)
Tifakara Boutique Hotel & Birding Oasis
5

Tifakara Boutique Hotel & Birding Oasis

300 meters before La Fortuna Waterfall, Alajuela

Reviews (1038)
Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul
5

Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul

entrance to La Fortuna Waterfall, La Fortuna

Reviews (742)
Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience
4.5

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

7 Km West From La Fortuna, San Carlos

Reviews (4291)
Lomas del Volcan

Lomas del Volcan

Alajuela Province, San Carlos, Costa Rica, San Carlos

The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only
4.5

The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only

2.5mi / 4km from Fortuna, San Carlos

Reviews (3537)
Hotel Faro Arenal
4.5

Hotel Faro Arenal

Del Súper Cristian Nº 4, Continuar 1 km, La Fortuna

Reviews (130)

Summary

This is an amazing trip specially designed for nature and adventure lovers. Costa Rica is one of the countries in the world with the most impressive and marvelous diversity of flora and fauna.

In 6 magnificent days you will explore with your own 4x4 car some of the most beautiful natural wonders of Costa Rica. The trip starts in San Jose International Airport (SJO) where you will start your drive directly to Arenal where you will see its Volcano.

In Arenal there are many activities that you can do where you can enjoy of nature, relax and also do some activities full of adrenaline. If you read the description of the itinerary, I have planned you will see what, when, and how to do the best activities in Arenal and it surroundings. Some of the options I have planned for you include hikes, zip lines, waterfalls, springs and thermal water piscine.

Also, for those who book this itinerary I will share some information that will help you enjoy more your trip.

After having a good time in Arenal we will move to the cloud forest of Costa Rica in Monteverde. This place is one of my favorite places because the forest and the nature is so intense that really makes me wonder. There is one mythical bird that is unique in the world and that, if we are lucky, we will be able to see. Birdwatchers will find in Monteverde its Nirvana.

Finally, I will suggest you doing a super adrenalinic activity in one of the most amazing adventure parks I have visited in all the world. Activities such as flying in zip-lines as superman and doing the bungee jump is the normality here.  

The lodgement I suggest is the best in each destination to give you the necessary comfort to enjoy of this adventure and, not only have a good rest, but to also help you experience the destination itself.

Hotel Picks

  • La Fortuna
  • La Fortuna Lodge****
  • Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul****
  • Hotel Faro Arenal****
  • San Carlos
  • Hotel El Silencio del Campo****
  • Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience****
  • Lomas del Volcan****
  • The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only****
  • Alajuela
  • Tifakara Boutique Hotel & Birding Oasis****
  • Santa Elena
  • Cloud Forest Lodge****
  • Monteverde Lodge****
  • Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco****
  • Sibu Boutique Hotel****
  • Cala Lodge****
  • Casas del Toro Monteverde****
  • Monteverde
  • Hotel Jardines de Monteverde****
  • Jaguarundi Lodge****

Price include

    Day: 2

  • Breakfast in Arenal in designated hotel PK

Suggested Activities and Notes

    Day 1

  • Arrival to Costa Rica and tansfer to Arenal
  • Relax in Arenal after a long journey
  • Recommended Hotels in Arenal: Why do I recommend these hotels?
  • Day 2

  • Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park
  • Hike to the Viewpoint of Arenal Volcano
  • Visit to La Fortuna WaterFall
  • Day 3

  • Advised activities Arenal/Monteverde and transfer
  • Transfer to Monteverde from Arenal
  • Day 4

  • Natural Reserve of Curi-Cancha
  • Total Adrenaline in MonteVerde Extremo Park or SkyAdventures
  • Day 5

  • Free morning in Monteverde (coffee tour option) and return to San José
  • Day 6

  • Goodbye to Costa Rica

Visited Places and Cities

A: San José, Costa RicaB: Arenal, Costa RicaC: Monteverde, Costa RicaD: San José, Costa Rica

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Vacations to the Forest Nature of Costa Rica

Start: San José, Costa Rica - End: San José, Costa Rica

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The best trip for lovers of nature and adventure in Costa Rica in 6 days. Jungle, exotic birds, zip-lines, hiking waterfalls and thermal springs. A charged trip that you will never forget.

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