Costa Rica

February 29- March 10, 2024
Land tour with Odysseys Unlimited

Brochure coming soon!

San Jose, Arenal Region, Monteverde Cloud Forest, Guanacaste

In this small, nature-kissed Central American democracy, sample Costa Rica’s legendary biodiversity on a comprehensive 11-day tour from cloud forest to rainforest, and from the Central Valley to the Pacific Coast. Take an excursion to Irazú Volcano, the country’s tallest volcano, and learn about Costa Rica’s prized export at the Doka Coffee Estate. In Carrizal admire wondrous orchids. Enjoy unparalleled vistas of Arenal Volcano while staying in the region for three nights. After meeting students at an elementary school, learn about the flora and fauna of the Ecocentro Danaus Biological Reserve. Get a canopy level view of the rainforest on Arenal’s hanging bridges Sky Walk, and experience a unique cloud forest ecosystem at Monteverde, a “green cathedral.” Conclude with three nights at a beautiful beachfront resort in Guanacaste, and take a relaxing Tempisque River float safari. Discover more ecological wonders with a 4-day/3-night Tortuguero National Park pre-tour option.

Itinerary

Day 1 | Depart for San Jose, Costa Rica

Day 2 | San Jose

Day 3 | San Jose/ Arenal Region

Day 4 | Arenal Region

Day 5 | Arenal Region

Day 6 | Arenal Region/ Monteverde Cloud Forest

Day 7 | Monteverde

Day 8 | Monteverde/ Guanacaste

Day 9 | Guanacaste

Day 10 | Guanacaste

Day 11 | Depart for U.S.

Highlights

Poas Volcano excursion
Doka Coffee Estate
Carrizal’s Botanical Orchid Garden
Visit with schoolchildren
Ecocentro Danaus Biological Reserve
Arenal hanging bridges Sky Walk
Night viewing of Arenal Volcano
Monteverde Cloud Forest biological reserve
Tempisque River float safari
Three-night Guanacaste stay at resort along the pristine Costa Rican coastline

Inclusions

Round trip air transportation from listed cities
23 meals: ten breakfasts, six lunches, seven dinners
Extensive sightseeing as described, including all entrance fees.
Services of an expert Costa Rica naturalist as your Odysseys Unlimited Tour Director
Private motor coach transportation throughout your trip
Luggage handling for one bag per person
Gratuities for dining room servers, airport and hotel porters and all drivers

Accommodations

10 nights’ accommodations in Superior First Class and First Class Hotels