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Costa Rica Outdoor Adventure For Couples

Costa Rica Outdoor Adventure For Couples

Costa Rica is an outdoor paradise! What could be nicer than experiencing adventure in tropical Costa Rica after a long quarantine period! Fresh air and action await you and you can safely discover the different regions while following all hygiene protocols. Some of Costa Rica's beaches are so extensive and hidden that even without distance rules you won't meet anyone for a long time if you don't want to.

The adventure in the tropical paradise of Costa Rica is off to a start! Your route will take you to different regions of the country, over mountains to the coast, from the cloud forest to the evergreen rainforest, to picturesque beaches, and to impressive waterfalls. Discover the local flora and fauna on hanging bridges, or while canoeing, horseback riding, hiking, and, if you wish, even snorkelling. Refresh yourself like never before as you white-water raft over rapids, surrounded by a gorgeous rainforest panorama. And last but not least, the stately silhouette of the nearly perfect cone of the Arenal Volcano that stretches towards the sky. Adventure and activities within the scope of all protective measures await you on your dream trip to Costa Rica. You'll be talking about this amazing experience long after you head back home.

What makes this trip special:

  • Selected, professional providers take all security measures very seriously to guarantee you a safe trip
  • We comply with all official hygiene and safety protocols in order to protect our guests in the best possible way.
  • Travel safely and independently in your rental car
  • Discover the majestic Arenal Volcano in La Fortuna
  • Experience the mystical cloud forest in Monteverde from hanging bridges
  • Relax on the Caribbean coast - breathe in the Pura Vida lifestyle!

In our following travel itinerary, we have selected for you the hotels Pedacito de Cielo and Hacienda Guachipelin which are both members of the Rainforest Alliance. You will also find the hotels La Quinta de Sarapiqui and the Palma Real Hotel & Casino in the program, which, like ARA Tours, have been awarded level 5, the highest possible certificate for sustainable tourism (CST) given by the Ministry of Tourism of Costa Rica.

Additional Services/Info

If you´d like to replace one of the included activities for another or prefer to plan more or fewer tours, we are happy to provide an individual offer.

Includes
  • Transfer in on private basis, transfer out on seat-in basis
  • Overnight stay at the mentioned hotels or similar in rooms with private bathroom
  • Meals as per description
  • Rental car SUV Compact 4WD (Nissan Kicks 4WD Manual/Automatic or similar) with basic insurance. During the period 01.01.21 - 31.10.21, the car rental as a promotion includes the Drive Relaxed Package at no extra charge.
  • Documentation with information about the country in English
Not Included
  • Further services for the rental car (insurances except for basic insurance, fuel, parking fees, highway tolls, GPS, etc.)
  • Tips
  • Entrance fees to national parks and other optional activities
  • Optional tours
  • Not mentioned meals and drinks
  • Airport departure tax SJO, currently USD 29 per person (generally already included in the flight ticket)
Conditions

Rate Conditions

The first day of the tour determines its season/rate.

The rates are not valid during Christmas/New Year (13.12.20 - 01.01.21).

If the stay in a hotel falls in Easter Week  (27.03.21 - 04.04.21)  the price must be requested separately.

We reserve the right to change the itinerary where circumstances dictate.

Some hotels offer price reductions or special included services exclusively for this trip. Hotel changes, on request or due to a lack of availability, as well as a reduction in the number of overnight stays, may change the travel price significantly.

 

Special offers

• During the period 01.01.21 - 31.10.21, the car rental as a promotion includes the Drive Relaxed Package at no extra charge.

Cancellation conditions

This trip offers you generous cancellation fees in order to give you extra security when planning your trip.

After a definitive booking, cancellations before tour start will be billed with USD 50 service fee per order. If the cancellation occurs for reasons of Covid19, for example, due to illness of the travel participants or closing of the borders and cancellation of the approach, we will not charge the fee.

Thereafter, the following cancellation fees apply:

Until 15 days before tour start: no penalty fee

14 - 08 days before tour start: 60% penalty fee
07 - 01 days before tour start: 90% penalty fee
On the day of arrival or no-show: 100% penalty fee

Please note that some service providers ask for a written confirmation of the cancellation circumstances, for example, a health certificate or confirmation of the flight cancellation due to border closure etc.

Hotels

Hotel Buena Vista***(*), Deluxe Standard - San José, 1 night
Hacienda Guachipelín***, Standard - Rincon de la Vieja, 2 nights
Cloud Forest Lodge***, Standard - Monteverde, 2 night
Hotel Arenal Paraíso Spa & Thermo Mineral Hotsprings***(*), Superior - La Fortuna, 2 nights
Pedacito de Cielo**(*), Standard  - Boca Tapada, 2 nights
La Quinta de Sarapiquí***, Standard - Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui, 2 nights
Namuwoki Lodge***, Bungalow Deluxe- Puerto Viejo de Limón, 2 nights
Palma Real Hotel & Casino***(*), Standard - San José, 1 night

Day to day:

  • Day 01: Arrival and overnight stay

    After you arrive at the international airport in San José, Costa Rica, you'll be welcomed by our English-speaking airport guide, who will give you the necessary documents for your journey. You will be transported to your hotel in Alajuela. Buena Vista Hotel is a two-storey, colonial-style building at an altitude of 1´276 meters above sea level where you can enjoy nearly perfect weather conditions all year round. The peaceful place offers a panoramic view of neighbouring volcanoes and walking paths through the near coffee plantation. The rest of the day is at leisure. Treat yourself to a little break before the adventure begins.

    Included meals: None
    Included fees/tours: None

  • Day 02: Rental car pick-up - Rincón de la Vieja

    Your rental car will be delivered to your hotel after breakfast. You will need a credit card (Visa, Mastercard, or American Express) and a valid driver's license from your home country. After all the formalities have been taken care of, your trip through the rich landscapes of Costa Rica begins. Head north on the famous Pan-American Highway. Near Cañas, you´ll be able to pay a visit to the Las Pumas animal rescue centre. There, you can see some of Costa Rica's native big cat species, such as ocelots, jaguarundis, and jaguars. Then it´s on to Liberia. About 5 km north of Liberia, in the direction of the Nicaraguan border, a road branches off to the right, towards Curubande. Take this road and you´ll arrive at your accommodations for the day. This hacienda is still run as a fully-functional cattle ranch, meaning that you´ll be able to take part in the traditional daily life of a farmer in Guanacaste. You can also use the hacienda's hiking trails and be impressed by the waterfalls on the property.

    Included meals: Breakfast
    Included fees/tours: None
    Total km today: About 230 km
    Total driving time today: About 4.5 - 5 hours

  • Day 03: Horseback Riding Tour to the Oropendula Waterfall

    The Oropendola waterfall is an imposing 25 metres in height and the water splashes into a refreshing natural basin. The waterfall is surrounded by lush vegetation, nestled in a lovely canyon of the Río Blanco. The tropical oasis is perfect for a refreshing swim. From the Hacienda Guachipelín hotel, you will ride 45 minutes along a picturesque path. As you approach the canyon, you will continue on foot. You can relax by the waterfall, take photos, and go for a swim, before getting back onto the horse and heading to the hacienda. Afterwards, you have free time and can choose to go on an optional additional excursion on-site. Options include hiking in the National Park, tubing, and canyoning. Also, the visit to the thermal springs in the river Rio Negro and a volcanic mud bath is included in your stay. Enjoy yourself and relax.

    Included meals: Breakfast
    Included fees/tours: Horseback riding tour on seat-in basis, with local Spanish speaking guide
    Total km today: None
    Total driving time today: None  

  • Day 04: Rincón de la Vieja - Monteverde

    Today, you´ll head south once more along the Pan-American Highway, through Cañas and Las Juntas, and up into Costa Rica's mountains. The climate will change completely. Monteverde is about 1´400 metres above sea level. Due to its elevation, nights can get quite chilly. The last few kilometres on the way is a bumpy ride. In the afternoon, you can head down to explore the small town of Santa Elena or go walking on the paths around the mountain hotel. You can also book an optional night tour and get to know the rainforest from a different perspective.

    Included meals: Breakfast
    Included fees/tours: None
    Total km today: About 165 km
    Total driving time today: About 3.5 hours

  • Day 05: Hanging Bridges

    Today, discovering the cloud forest is the name of the game. It flourishes at altitudes of over 1400 metres above sea level and is unparalleled in its biodiversity. You´ll be able to find some 350 species of birds here, along with hundreds of species of trees and other plants. The legendary bird of the Maya, the quetzal, is one of the species found here. You will discover this natural paradise via a hanging bridge tour in the Selvatura Reserve. The bridges are easy to cross and offer an amazing view of the forest canopy. At these heights, the old-growth forest is largely unexplored, and the birds-eye view is perfect for photographers. Afterwards, you can book an additional tour, including a zip line course with 15 cables, 18 platforms, and the famous Tarzan Swing: a steel cable that you can use to swing through the forest like Tarzan. In addition, you can also visit several animal exhibits in the Selvatura Reserve: hummingbirds, butterflies, sloths, reptiles, and amphibians.

    Included meals: Breakfast
    Included fees/tours: Hanging Bridges tour on seat-in basis, with local English-speaking guide
    Total km today: None
    Total driving time today: None

  • Day 06: Monteverde - La Fortuna

    After breakfast, you´ll leave Costa Rica's mountains behind you. After heading through Cañas and around the beautiful Lake Arenal, you'll drive to the idyllic town of La Fortuna, situated at the foot of the imposing Arenal Volcano. This town is famous for its hot springs, occasional volcanic activity, and gorgeous national park. As long as the weather cooperates, you can catch a breath-taking glimpse of the nearly perfect cone of the volcano from far away. After checking into the hotel, you can relax by the pool or in the hotel´s private hot springs, and recall the adventures you've had so far.

    Included meals: Breakfast
    Included fees/tours: None
    Total km today: About 125 km
    Total driving time today: About 3.5 hours

  • Day 07: Pure Trek Canyoning Tour

    Your adventure tour begins in La Fortuna. You will be picked up in your hotel with a 4x4 vehicle and will be taken on a mountain road to the first ranch. The adrenaline-rich tour starts after a short hike through the lush rainforest and the first safety instructions. From different heights (between 13 and 55 meters) you will be rappelling down 5 times, move between waterfalls and the canyon, climb up a 10-meter high canyon wall, float 25 meters through it, walk through rainforests and enjoy the unique area that will definitely captivate you. At the end of the tour, you will get back into the vehicle and after a well-earned warm shower, you enjoy a typical lunch between tropical gardens with spectacular views of the Arenal Volcano. After the meal, you have time to get to know the gardens and their organic cultivation. Watch the many birds and the tropical flowers that can be admired everywhere. After the tour return to your hotel.

    You have the rest of the day for free activities. La Fortuna is the point of departure for a number of interesting optional excursions. This includes walks over the lava fields of Arenal National Park, ATV tours, and hiking or riding to a waterfall in the jungle.

    Included meals: Breakfast, typical lunch
    Included fees/tours: Pure Trek Canyoning Tour on seat-in basis, with local English-speaking guide
    Total km today: None
    Total driving time today: None 

  • Day 08: La Fortuna - Boca Tapada

    In the morning, you´ll have time to enjoy one of the optional excursions in La Fortuna. Later on, you will head out through Aguas Zarcas and Pital to Boca Tapada. To get there, head in the direction of La Fortuna town, and from there to the town of Muelle along a well-paved road. From here, follow the signs for Aguas Zarcas. Don´t head all the way to Aguas Zarcas, however, but follow signs for Pital. Head through Pital, and once you pass the church bear left in the direction of Boca Tapada. Once you are in the lodge on the other side of the Río San Carlos, where you will be brought in by boat, you can relax in your room and explore the surroundings of the lodge.

    The Pedacito de Cielo is located on the banks of the San Carlos River. Two balconies invite you to rest and enjoy the spectacular view of the river. Watch impressive sunsets and discover many different bird species.

    Included meals: Breakfast
    Included fees/tours: None
    Total km today: About 90 km
    Total driving time today: About 2.5 hours

  • Day 09: Boca Tapada

    The private reserve, about 2 km from the lodge, offers hiking trails and a lagoon. Good observers can come across poison dart frogs, monkeys, toucans, green parrots, and caimans and definitely learn a lot about the impressive variety of plants. On kayak tours and boat trips on the river, you can enjoy the feeling of freedom and adventure. 300 hectares of untouched forest offers you countless opportunities to visit and explore. Today you have the opportunity to choose between 3 tours: a guided hike in the rainforest, a night tour or a bird watching tour. Get to know the area as you wish.

    Included meals: Breakfast
    Included fees/tours: 1 tour to choose: Guided hike in the rainforest, night tour or bird watching tour
    Total km today: None
    Total driving time today: None

  • Day 10: Boca Tapada - Sarapiquí

    The adventure continues! After breakfast, you take your car onwards along the same road through Boca Tapada and Pital. At the crossing in Pital, head left towards San Miguel. From San Miguel, continue onwards to Puerto Viejo de Sarapiquí, where you´ll arrive at La Quinta de Sarapiqui, a clean, traditional hotel and exemplary project for sustainable tourism. You can explore the area, where you are likely to encounter poison dart frogs, and visit vegetable gardens, where cassava, heart-of-palm, sugarcane, and other exotic crops are grown. The hotel also has a pond, where you can lay back in one of the rocking chairs or hammocks.

    Take a frog tour tonight as the highlight of the day. In the dark, the colourful frogs are more active and the guide will help you to find them and share interesting information with you. Search for the tiny blue jeans frog, strawberry red with blue pants, you will be surprised.

    Included meals: Breakfast
    Included fees/tours: Frog tour
    Total km today: About 110 km
    Total driving time today: About 2 - 2.5 hours

  • Day 11: Wildwater Rafting

    Today, you explore the undisturbed rainforest from the river. The refreshing river and the wild proliferation of rainforest, with its uniquely coloured plants and its animals and birds, make this tour a delight for the senses. Add in some Class II-III rapids, and you have a tropical adventure jam-packed with new experiences that you´ll remember long after your trip. Before heading down the river, your expert bilingual guide will first make sure that you are informed on all of the safety measures. Then the unique experience begins on the river. You will look out for various native animals while surrounded by dense rainforest. Enjoy the breath-taking landscape on this tour, while you raft down rapids that will get your adrenaline pumping. Afterwards, the rest of the day is yours for optional activities like horseback riding, zip-lining, a chocolate tour, or a bat tour.

    Included meals: Breakfast
    Included fees/tours: Rafting tour on seat-in basis, with local English-speaking guide
    Total km today: None
    Total driving time today: None

  • Day 12: Sarapiquí - Puerto Viejo de Limón

    You can use the time after breakfast for an optional excursion, or leave directly for the trip to the country's Caribbean coast to Puerto Viejo de Limón. A few hundred metres from the hotel is Cocles Beach. Further south, there are other more peaceful and solitary beaches, with beautiful bright sand that you'll definitely enjoy. Once you get there, be sure to take a walk along the beach.

    Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
    Included fees/tours: None
    Total km today: About 190 km
    Total driving time today: About 3 - 3.5 hours

  • Day 13: Puerto Viejo de Limón

    Enjoy the day on the storybook beaches and let yourself be guided by the laid-back Creole culture, the reggae sounds from the town and the excellent food on offer. If you´re more inclined towards adventure, head to Cahuita National Park for an optional snorkel excursion where, with some luck, you´ll see exotic fishes, dolphins, and coral. You can snorkel for about two hours in Costa Rica´s most important coral reef. After snorkelling, strengthen yourself with tropical fruits and water, and begin the second part of the tour. Hike through Cahuita National Park with a nature guide. Your guide will show you various places between Cahuita Point and the town of Cahuita, 3.5 km away. With a little luck, you´ll be able to see some of the area´s inhabitants. These include various species of snakes, sloths, capuchin and howler monkeys, anteaters, armadillo, raccoons, beautiful butterflies and birds, and much more, including medicinal plants, orchids, and ferns. Note: snorkelling depends on weather and sea conditions.

    Included meals: Breakfast, dinner
    Included fees/tours: None
    Total km today: None
    Total driving time today: None

  • Day 14: Puerto Viejo de Limón - San Jose - Rental car return

    Enjoy the beach for a little while longer in the morning. Later, you´ll head back through Limón, Siquirres, Guápiles, and Braulio Carrillo National Park, all the way back to San José. The rental car can be returned at the hotel until 5:00 pm.

    The hotel is conveniently located north of the Sabana Park. You can take a taxi to San José´s main attractions.

    Included meals: Breakfast
    Included fees/tours: None
    Total km today: About 220 km
    Total driving time today: About 4.5 hours

  • Day 15: Transport to the airport

    Seat-in transfer to the airport in time for your departure.

    Included meals: Breakfast
    Included fees/tours: None

Best Price

* Lower price according to season.
Per Person per Package - Twin/Double
From: Jan 3, 2022
Until Apr 5, 2022

$1730 USD

From: Apr 17, 2022
Until Apr 30, 2022

$1651 USD

From: May 1, 2022
Until Jun 18, 2022

$1589 USD

From: Jun 19, 2022
Until Sep 4, 2022

$1679 USD

From: Sep 5, 2022
Until Oct 18, 2022

$1604 USD

From: Oct 19, 2022
Until Oct 31, 2022

$1668 USD

Boca Tapada
Cahuita
Bycicle Puerto Viejo
Arenal Volcano
Sarapiqui
Hacienda Lodge Guachipelin 3
Hacienda Lodge Guachipelin 1
Monteverde Cloud Forest
Bluejeans Red Frog
Cahuita 2
Monteverde
Monteverde Hanging Bridge
CANOYING PURE TREK 2
Sarapiqui 2
Boca Tapada Pedacito de cielo
La Quinta Sarapiqui
Hacienda Lodge Guachipelin 2
CANOYING PURE TREK 1
Puerto Viejo
Crimson-fronted Parakeet

Contact Information

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Address

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San José, Costa Rica

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