Simply say “Costa Rica” and vivid images of paradise instantly flood the imagination. This eight-day tour makes those dreams a reality while letting you connect with the country’s charming people. Your spirits will be lifted with a visit to Mi Cafecito Community Coffee Plantation, a G for Good project supporting 200 local farmers, before carrying on to the outdoor utopia that is La Fortuna. There you’ll be treated to a world of wellness, with yoga sessions overlooking the Arenal Volcano, hiking, free time for meditation, and a rejuvenating trip to thermal hot springs. Continue on to remote Rincón de la Vieja for more yoga and a therapeutic mud bath before a final stop in Playa Carrillo – home to a beach devoid of buildings, hotels, and restaurants that will give your mind a sense of clarity you may have previously thought impossible.
Inclusions
- 7 night guided tour
- 7 nights upgraded accommodation Hotels (5 nts), eco-lodge (2 nts)
- 12 meals: 7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners
- Transfer by Private van with wifi access onboard
- Guided by Local English speaking guided
- Airport transfers
- Small group experience; Max 16, avg 12
- Wellness Activities:
- Wake up with stand-up paddleboard yoga on Lake Arenal
- Breathe in pure rainforest air hiking near La Fortuna
- Escape the city in Rincón de la Vieja National Park
- Bask in a rejuvenating volcanic mud exfoliation
- Balance yourself during a surf lesson
Book by Apr 30!
| May 25-Aug 3, 2024 | from $1999 including tax |
| Sep 21,Oct 19, 2024 | from $2479 including tax |
| Nov 9-Dec 14, 2024 | from $2699 including tax |
| Single room supplement | add $1179 |
Per person based on shared accommodation. Allow approximately $245-320 USD for meals that are not included
Round trip airfare additional to San Jose additional, please inquire about rates
Day 1 San José
Arrive in San Jose and you will be met at the airport and transferred to the hotel. This evening, there is a welcome meeting. Take this opportunity to set your intention for the trip ahead. Hotel: Radisson San Jose (or similar – to double check where you will be staying, please check your voucher or the G Adventures App)
Day 2 San José/La Fortuna (B/L)
Drive to Sarapiquí to visit the G Adventures-supported Mi Cafecito Community Coffee Plantation. Learn about the impact this project has had on the community and sample some of the products they sell. Continue on to La Fortuna, an outdoor paradise and the adventure capital of Costa Rica. Join the group for the first included yoga session on the hotel grounds overlooking Arenal Volcano. Accommodation: Magic Mountain (or similar)
Day 3 La Fortuna (B/D)
Visit nearby Lake Arenal this morning for a stand-up paddleboard (SUP) yoga class. Enjoy free time in the afternoon to take part in optional activities around La Fortuna – opt to go canyoning, hiking, or use the time for rest and meditation. In the evening, visit nearby hot springs for a relaxing soak in the thermal waters. Accommodation: Magic Mountain (or similar)
Day 4 La Fortuna/Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park (B/D)
Travel to the Guanacaste province and head to Rincón de la Vieja National Park. After arriving, join the group for an afternoon yoga session on the grounds of the eco-lodge before free time to relax or explore the great outdoors. Accommodation: Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin (or similar)
Day 5 Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park (B/L/D)
Enjoy a day of exploring Rincón de la Vieja National Park. Start by taking a short hike to one of the volcanic mud pools in the area. After a rejuvenating exfoliation with the volcanic mud, rinse off at nearby thermal pools. This afternoon is free to explore the park, or spend time enjoying the lodge. Accommodation: Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin (or similar)
Day 6 Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park/Playa Carrillo (B)
Travel to Playa Carrillo on the Nicoya Peninsula, a laidback beach town on the Pacific Coast. Take part in a sunset yoga class overlooking the picture perfect crescent bay of Playa Carrillo. Accommodation: Hotel Nammbu (or similar)
Day 7 Playa Carrillo (B)
Start the day with a morning yoga class on the beach before learning how to hang 10 at an included surf lesson. This afternoon is free for beach activities, meditation, or reflecting on the journey of the past week. Accommodation: Hotel Nammbu (or similar)
Day 8 Playa Carrillo/San José (B)
Bid farewell to the coast and travel back to San José. This can take 4-5 hours or 250km. You will be returned to the airport for your flight home
Consider adding optional activities to enhance your holiday!
Arenal – Hanging Bridges (66USD per person) – Lost Canyon Adventures Canyoning (90USD per person)
La Fortuna – La Fortuna Waterfall Swim (15USD per person)
Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park – Canyon Canopy Tour (50USD per person) – Simbiosis Spa and Hot Springs (35 per person) – Rio Negro Hot Springs (20USD per person)
Sámara – Ocean Kayak and Snorkel (73USD per person) – Stand-up Paddleboarding (61USD per person)
