Aventura Natural has been designed for people who want to combine exploration of Costa Rica with adrenaline at the same time. This program includes the most important highlights of Costa Rica such as Tortuguero, Arenal Volcano and Central Pacific, as well as several adventurous activities such as kayaking, hiking, zip-lining, and boat tours. As with all of our tours, this package adheres to our high standards of service and accommodation while providing opportunities for natural adventure during your stay to Costa Rica.



AVENTURA NATURAL PRICING

Prices starting from $1,850 per person.


INCLUDED

Activities:

• Kayaking from Cariari to Tortuguero
• Kayaking/boat trip to Tortuguero National Park
• Hot springs at base of the Arenal Volcano
• Arenal Volcano National Park hike
• Zip-lining canopy adventure
• Evening boat trip on Arenal Lake for lava flow observation
• Tarcoles River crocodile adventure
• Carara Biological Station

Meals:

• 8 Breakfasts
• 2 Lunches
• 2 Dinners

Transportation:

• Shuttle to and from airport
• Air-conditioned ground transportation throughout the country
• Kayaking to Tortuguero
• Boat transportation from Tortuguero

MAIN ITINERARY

Day 1 - Arrive to San Jose, Costa Rica
Your tour starts in San Josi by being picked up at the airport by our Costa Rican English-speaking representative, transferred to your hotel, and provided with general information to prepare you for the tour and for your early departure to the Caribbean the next morning. Enjoy your accommodations at Gran Hotel Costa Rica.

Meals are not included today.


Day 2 - San Josi to Tortuguero
Be ready for an early departure as you begin your adventure en route to Tortuguero. You will be accessing one of most but beautiful areas of Costa Rica, Tortuguero National Park. In the process of getting to the final destination, you will drive throughout one of the most spectacular natural sceneries ever, the Braulio Carrillo National Park. This will be one of the only chances you will have to be in contact with the last number of acres of pristine forest on the Caribbean slope of Costa Rica.

After having a delicious native breakfast, the trip will continue through an extended area of different crops, where pineapple and banana plantations have become very popular. At the end of the bus drive, the ground transportation will be exchanged for a challenging adventure - kayaking on the Suerte River, which will lead you straight to your accommodations at Mawamba Lodge.

Breakfast and dinner are included.


Day 3 - Tortuguero National Park
In the morning, visit Tortuguero National Park to go kayaking through the infamous canals. Tortuguero is a place where you will be interacting with all of the different natural wonders simply by taking a journey throughout the waterways. After lunch, the afternoon will be dedicated back on the Tortuguero canals, or if you prefer, enjoy a nice stroll on the beach, for the lodge is located just by the Caribbean Sea. This part of the Costa Rican coastline is not recommended for swimming, but it would be the perfect place to walk and enjoy an interesting mixture of jungle and ocean view. (Mawamba Lodge)

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.


Day 4 - Tortuguero to Fortuna, San Carlos
The adventure will continue on the way to Fortuna, one of the most popular areas in Costa Rica due to its active Arenal Volcano. This peaceful section of the country will welcome you with nice accommodation at Magic Mountain Hotel and several unique activities. The location of the hotel will allow you to enjoy a fantastic view of the eastern flank of the active and impressive neighboring volcano. During the evening, relax at the base of the Arenal Volcano while you enjoy the warmth of the natural hot springs.

Breakfast and lunch are included.


Day 5 - Arenal Volcano Hike and Boat Trip
On day five, you will have the chance to hike on the base of the active volcano. You will go as far as the base of one of the latest eruptions and get a very good explanation from our local expert. During the evening, a boat trip will lead you into the Arenal Lake, a place that will give you a chance to observe some of the constant activity from the main active crater of this smoking giant. (Magic Mountain Hotel)

Breakfast is included.


Day 6 - Fortuna to Central Pacific
Drive back through the continental divide via San Ramon. Enjoy the scenery related to the ornamental plant industry and dairy farming which are the predominant industries along this route. Arrive to your accommodations at Punta Leona and enjoy the rest of the day on your own.

Breakfast is included.


Day 7 - Tarcoles River and Carara Biological Station
Don't go too far, for the action begins nearby. The Tarcoles River will welcome you with the possibility of seeing some of the avifauna of the area and a beautiful and endangered mangrove swamp. In the Tarcoles River, it is possible to admire some of largest crocodiles of the Costa Rican Pacific region.

After the crocodile adventure, travel to the Carara Biological Station and experience a very unique combination of dry forest and rainforest in the same location. Your tour guide will take you through the trails in search of wildlife and exotic plants. Return to Punta Leona and enjoy the evening on your own.

Breakfast is included.


Day 8 - Return to San Jose
Enjoy the morning around Punta Leona and take a noon trip back to the capital city, San Jose. Arrive to Gran Hotel Costa Rica by 3:00 pm.

Breakfast is included.


Day 9 - Depart from San Jose, Costa Rica
After a morning breakfast, catch the shuttle to the airport where you will await your flight back home.

Breakfast is included (after 7:00am).