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Costa Rica Active Adventure
Costa Rica Active Adventure
Trekking, biking, horseback riding, kayaking, ziplining. Costa Rica really is the “Adventure Capital of the Americas.” Thrill-seekers will find more than enough to keep themselves busy over this trip’s 13 action-packed days. After landing in San José, embark on four days of exploration around Monteverde and Arenal Volcano. Raft down the mighty Pacuare River before crossing over to our remote rainforest lodge, surrounded on all sides by the thick, enveloping jungle. End the journey by heading down to the beach at Puerto Viejo. Phew! Tired yet? No? Time to book!
Highlights
Paddle through world-class rapids on the Pacuare River, mountain bike in the shadow of Arenal Volcano, chill out to the sounds of crashing Caribbean waves, stand up on a surfboard in Puerto Viejo.
Accommodation
Hotels (10 nts), jungle lodge (2 nts).
Group Leader
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Group Size Notes
Max 16, avg 12
Meals Included
3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
What’s Included
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment – Meet Your CEO and Group
Your Discover Moment: La Fortuna
Your Hands-On Moment: Surfing Lesson
Your Discover Moment: Puerto Viejo de Talamanca. Overnight Pacuare River rafting trip. Guided hike (Pacuare River). Guided cycling excursion (La Fortuna). Bike ride (Puerto Viejo). All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
| Day 1 |
San Jose is the capital city of Costa Rica and is located in the province of San Jose, which is in the Central Valley. The city is surrounded by high green mountains. There are numerous museums as well as art galleries, theaters, exhibitions, parks and garden in the city. All regions in Costa Rica are accessible from the capital city of San Jose, which makes its an ideal starting point for touring the country. |
| Day 2 |
Monteverde, which means "green mountain," is nestled high in the Tilarán mountain range of Costa Rica. The Cloud Forest is the home to a myriad of plants, mammals, insects, reptiles, and over 400 species of exotic birds. |
| Day 3 |
Monteverde, which means "green mountain," is nestled high in the Tilarán mountain range of Costa Rica. The Cloud Forest is the home to a myriad of plants, mammals, insects, reptiles, and over 400 species of exotic birds. |
| Day 4 |
Monteverde, which means "green mountain," is nestled high in the Tilarán mountain range of Costa Rica. The Cloud Forest is the home to a myriad of plants, mammals, insects, reptiles, and over 400 species of exotic birds. |
| Day 5 |
One of Costa Rica's popular wellness destinations, this small, relaxed town boasts beautiful landscapes, outdoor activities and a diverse ecosystem of flora and fauna. |
| Day 6 |
One of Costa Rica's popular wellness destinations, this small, relaxed town boasts beautiful landscapes, outdoor activities and a diverse ecosystem of flora and fauna. |
| Day 7 |
One of Costa Rica's popular wellness destinations, this small, relaxed town boasts beautiful landscapes, outdoor activities and a diverse ecosystem of flora and fauna. |
| Day 8 |
Flowing from the Talamanca Mountain Range to the Caribbean Sea, the Pacuare River, or the Rio Pacuare, is a popular location for white water rafting and kayaking. The surrounding rainforests are home to many species including jaguars, ocelots, capuchin monkeys, sloths, and many birds such as toucans, hawks, osprey and egrets. Tree varieties commonly found along the river shores are the sabe tree, naked Indian tree, coconut palm and banana trees. |
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| Day 13 |
San Jose is the capital city of Costa Rica and is located in the province of San Jose, which is in the Central Valley. The city is surrounded by high green mountains. There are numerous museums as well as art galleries, theaters, exhibitions, parks and garden in the city. All regions in Costa Rica are accessible from the capital city of San Jose, which makes its an ideal starting point for touring the country. |
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04/26/25 - 05/08/25 |
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05/03/25 - 06/28/25 |
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07/05/25 - 07/17/25 |
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07/12/25 - 07/19/25 |
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07/26/25 - 08/07/25 |
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08/02/25 - 08/09/25 |
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08/23/25 - 09/04/25 |
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09/06/25 - 10/25/25 |
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11/01/25 - 11/29/25 |
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12/06/25 - 03/28/26 |
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04/04/26 - 04/25/26 |
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05/02/26 - 06/27/26 |
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07/04/26 - 08/22/26 |
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09/05/26 - 10/31/26 |
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11/07/26 - 11/30/26 |
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12/05/26 - 12/26/26 |
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01/02/27 - 12/25/27 |
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Dossier Disclaimer
The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary.
VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you print a final copy of your Trip Details to review a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans.
Itinerary Disclaimer
While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission.
Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.
