Costa Rica: Tortuguero, Arenal & Manuel Antonio

Costa Rica: Tortuguero, Arenal & Manuel Antonio

• Trip code: 414X027
• Dauer: 10
• Stil: The Geluxe Collection

Costa Rica refuses to pick a side, and this trip doesn't ask it to. Kayak Tortuguero's canals in search of monkeys and birds, soak in Tabacon's volcanic springs, and hike to a waterfall so blue it barely looks real. Manuel Antonio closes things out with sloths overhead and Pacific sand underfoot — proof this country does elevation and shoreline equally well.

Übersicht

Checklist

Costa Rica Water Activities:
• Drybag (Will help keep cameras and essentials dry)
• Sport Sandals or Water Shoes (if you plan to do waterfall rappelling and/or rafting)

Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)

Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket

Health & Safety:
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Hand sanitizer
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)

Warm Weather:
• Sandals/flip-flops
• Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)
• Sturdy water shoes/sandals
• Sun hat/bandana
• Swimwear

Meal Budget

Plane USD160-210 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein

Optional Activities

Tortuguero National Park
- Bootstour durch den Tortuguero-Nationalpark (75USD pro Person)
- Nachtwanderung zur Schildkrötenbeobachtung (saisonal) (51USD pro Person)

Manuel Antonio National Park
- Kajakfahren (70USD pro Person)
- Surfen (55-75USD pro Person)

Start / Finish

San José nach Quepos

What's Included

Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Mi Cafecito Coffee Tour, Sarapiquí
Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen
Your OMG Day: Ziplining or Mistico Hanging Bridges, La Fortuna
Dein Wellness-Moment: Eco Termales Hot Springs Resort and Dinner, La Fortuna. Complimentary arrival transfer. Welcome dinner. 2 days of kayaking in Tortuguero National Park. Walk to a waterfall in San Miguel de Sarapiquí. Day pass at Tabacón Hot Spring Resort. Hanging bridges excursion to spot wildlife from La Fortuna. Hike to the Rio Celeste Waterfall in Volcán Tenorio National Park. Guided tour of Manuel Antonio National Park. Farewell dinner. Departure transfer. All tips included for activities and meals, except for CEO and porterage. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Accommodation

Hotels (7 nts), Jungle Lodge (2 nts)

Group Leader

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides

Group Size Notes

Max 16, avg 12

Transport

Private vehicle, kayak, boat, walking

Highlights

Spot tropical birds and monkeys while kayaking Tortuguero's canals, Soar above the canopy on zip-lines or cross hanging bridges to spot wildlife, Soak in the restorative thermal springs at Tabacon Resort, Hike to the striking blue waters of a waterfall in Volcán Tenorio National Park, Search for monkeys and sloths on a walk through Manuel Antonio National Park, Spend free time relaxing on the beach at Manuel Antonio

Introduction

Costa Rica refuses to pick a side, and this trip doesn't ask it to. Kayak Tortuguero's canals in search of monkeys and birds, soak in Tabacon's volcanic springs, and hike to a waterfall so blue it barely looks real. Manuel Antonio closes things out with sloths overhead and Pacific sand underfoot — proof this country does elevation and shoreline equally well

Internationale Flüge

No, international flights are generally not included in the price of your tour.

However, on some combo tours travelling between two different countries, international flights are included as part of the itinerary and price of the tour. Please speak to your GCO or booking agent for further details.

In addition, check-in times and baggage allowances/restrictions vary by airline and can change at any time. For the most up-to-date information for your flight, please contact your airline. We recommend checking in online in advance to avoid potential delays at the airport

Meals Included

9 Frühstück, 6 Mittagessen, 7 Abendessen

Minimum Age

Um ohne Begleitperson mit G Adventures zu reisen, musst du mindestens 18 Jahre alt sein. Das Mindestalter für Kinder in Begleitung eines Erziehungsberechtigten (über 21) beträgt 12 Jahre

Itinerary

Day 1 San Jose: Willkommen im Dschungel

Spüre die warme Luft im Gesicht, wenn du in Costa Rica aus dem Flugzeug steigst. Sammle bei der Fahrt ins Stadtzentrum erste Eindrücke von diesem lebendigen mittelamerikanischen Land. Willkommen in San José. Und auch wenn du genau genommen noch nicht im Dschungel bist, laden wir dich herzlich ein, all die neuen und spannenden Dinge zu umarmen, die auf dich warten

Day 2 Nationalpark Tortuguero: Mit dem Kajak durch die Kanäle

Sieh die dramatische Veränderung der Landschaft auf dem Weg aus der Stadt und durch den grünen Nationalpark Braulio Carrillo an die Küste. Schon bald wirst du in einem Kajak durch die Kanäle von Tortuguero gleiten und dabei Ausschau halten nach den tropischen Vögeln, Reptilien und Affen, die hier leben. Mach es dir abends in der komfortablen Lodge gemütlich und schlafe ein zu den Geräuschen des Dschungels

Day 3 Nationalpark Tortuguero: Wasserwege an der Küste

Steh früh auf für eine weitere Erkundung der Wasserwege und der Tierwelt in Tortuguero. Sieh die blauen Flügel der Morphofalter in der Sonne glänzen, während du durch die Kanäle paddelst und den Geräuschen des Dschungels lauschst. Abends kannst du einen Ausflug zu den Nistplätzen der Meeresschildkröten und Lederschildkröten machen, nach denen der Park benannt ist. Vielleicht siehst du sogar, wie die Weibchen ihre Eier am Strand ablegen (saisonal von Juli bis Oktober)

Day 4 Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge

Leaving the coast behind, we'll head inland with a stop at a G Adventures-supported coffee cooperative along the way. Learn all about how coffee is harvested and produced as you sip a delicious cup of one of Costa Rica's most tasty indulgences. Stretch your legs and soak in the scenery on a walk to a nearby waterfall before a typical lunch and then continue onwards towards Caño Negro, one of the most dynamic and biodiverse ecosystems in Costa Rica

Day 5 Caño Negro: Community & Cuisine

Discover the rich biodiversity and cultural traditions of Caño Negro today. Cruise along the Rio Frio and through the Caño Negro Wetlands in search of wildlife, then visit a local island community to enjoy a traditional Costa Rican lunch and learn about the region's heritage. This evening, delve into the culinary traditions of the Maleku people during an interactive gastronomic demonstration, followed by a tasting dinner featuring the flavours of northern Costa Rica

Day 6 Rio Celeste: Tropischer Regenwald

Set out for Volcán Tenorio National Park and hike through lush rainforest trails to the stunning turquoise waters of Rio Celeste Waterfall. Continue to Maleku territory to connect with the local community and enjoy a traditional lunch before ending the day in La Fortuna, near the base of Arenal Volcano

Day 7 La Fortuna: Your OMG Day

Today is all about you. Fly through the lush forest canopy on a series of zip-lines and platforms or hanging bridges, walking along and trying to spot wildlife. Whichever option you choose, your muscles will appreciate a soak in the restorative thermal springs and waterfalls of Eco Termales Resort, a luxurious and relaxing way to spend the evening

Day 8 Manuel Antonio National Park: To the Pacific Coast

With the Arenal Volcano in the rearview mirror, head south through Costa Rica's lush interior to the Pacific coast and to the iconic Manuel Antonio National Park. Take in the sweeping views as you catch glimpses of the ocean through the rainforest canopy. The afternoon is yours to head to the beach or relax by the hotel pool

Day 9 Manuel Antonio National Park: Wildlife and Beach

Manuel Antonio National Park is a bold representation of the natural diversity that Costa Rica has on full display. Walk through the lush coastal rainforest on the lookout for monkeys, birds and sloths and take in the sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean as you stroll along the impossibly picturesque beach. Share stories and memories over a meal with your fellow travellers in the evening as the sun dips below the horizon

Day 10 Quepos

Today your adventure comes to an end, but the memories made during your time in Costa Rica will live on. Transportation will be provided to the San José airport, where the tour ends upon arrival

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 San Jose: Willkommen im Dschungel

Ankunft in Costa Rica jederzeit und Transfer zum Hotel. Beim abendlichen Begrüßungstreffen triffst du deine Mitreisenden und bekommst alle wichtigen Informationen über die bevorstehende Reise. Danach geht es in ein nahes Restaurant zu einem leckeren ersten Abendessen mit neuen Freunden.

Day 2 Nationalpark Tortuguero: Mit dem Kajak durch die Kanäle

Fahrt mit Minibus und Boot von San José in den Nationalpark Tortuguero. Nach dem Mittagessen gibt es den ersten von zwei Kajakausflügen, um die wilden Tiere in den umliegenden Kanälen zu sehen.

Day 3 Nationalpark Tortuguero: Wasserwege an der Küste

Morgens kannst du bei einer optionalen Bootsafari die Tiere beobachten, die zu dieser Zeit am aktivsten sind. Nach dem Frühstück geht es erneut mit dem Kajak raus in einige der kleineren Kanäle und Wasserwege. Am Nachmittag hast du freie Zeit, um die nahe Stadt zu besuchen oder am Pool zu entspannen.

Day 4 Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge

Travel by boat and bus from Tortuguero to Caño Negro with a stop en route at a coffee cooperative. Arrive to Caño Negro in the evening and enjoy an included dinner with the group.

Day 5 Caño Negro: Community & Cuisine

Visit the Caño Negro Wetlands on a wildlife-viewing boat excursion, followed by lunch and a cultural visit with a local community. In the evening, learn about Maleku culinary traditions during a gastronomic demonstration and tasting dinner.

Day 6 Rio Celeste: Tropischer Regenwald

Day 7 La Fortuna: Your OMG Day

Day 8 Manuel Antonio National Park: To the Pacific Coast

Day 9 Manuel Antonio National Park: Wildlife and Beach

Set off with a local guide on a visit of Manuel Antonio National Park. Enjoy some free time in the afternoon before a farewell dinner in the evening.

Day 10 Quepos

Two shuttles will be provided, one early departure, arriving to the airport around midday and another arriving in the early afternoon. Outbound flights from San José (SJO) should depart no earlier than 3pm