The wonders of Costa Rica are endless; ranging from the famous canals of Tortuguero to the enchanting wildlife that flourishes throughout the country. In 14 spectacular days and 13 unforgettable nights, it is possible to fully experience all these wonders.
Where else could an adventure in Costa Rica begin than beautiful San José? Within this bustling capital, visitors can enjoy an extensive tour of this beautiful city, fully immersing themselves in the rich Costa Rican culture. Visitors can experience the many sights this great capital has to offer, including the historic National Museum, dating back to 1897, and the monumental Sabana Park, among others. These unique attractions help make San José the hive of diverse culture that it is known for today.
A trip to Costa Rica is not complete without a stay in Tortuguero; where guests have the opportunity to walk, cruise the famous canals, experience the world’s flora and fauna at sunrise, sample delicious food and delicious cocktails, and relax and unwind on the warm, sun-kissed beach. However, the excitement of Tortuguero does not end there; between July and September visitors will have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness the nightly nesting of green turtles; experience firsthand why Tortuguero translates to ‘Land of Turtles’.
After memory-filled days in San José and Tortuguero, the next stop is Arenal; a utopia of gardens with waterfalls, deep jungles and pools of crystalline blue sulfur, from the Poás Volcano; one of only four active volcanoes in Costa Rica. This is truly a place of the unreal! After experiencing all of Arenal’s unique attractions, the journey continues across its vast lake to Monteverde; home to hummingbird reserves, more than 50 species of butterflies and what National Geographic has called ‘the crown jewel of cloud forest reserves’. It’s easy to see why it takes its name, as visitors have to traverse 1.9 miles of treetop trails that wind through the dense forest.
The next morning, the trip continues to Manuel Antonio; the paradise that welcomes you with an incredible variety of wildlife; from monkeys and sloths to reptiles and birds. A guide will take you on a long walk through the National Park so he can see as much wildlife as possible, before ending the day with a sumptuous buffet on the beach; it could get better?
Well, for marine life lovers, the answer could be a resounding ‘yes’, as the third and final day in Manuel Antonio could include the Coastal Catamaran Adventure, which includes snorkeling along the Pacific coast. , while humpback whales and dolphins swim by from afar. . Top off this scene with a luminous orange sunset for the perfect ending!
After hanging up the snorkel and saying goodbye to the wildlife, there is plenty of time to relax and reflect on all the memories stored up in the last 2 weeks. Visitors will return to San José for their flight home, leaving behind an adventure they will never forget.
