From the Atlantic to the Pacific

From the Atlantic to the Pacific

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Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey from the Atlantic to the Pacific with this captivating Costa Rican adventure. Discover the ecotourism haven of Tortuguero, where you can explore its intricate network of canals and witness the magic of turtle hatching. Relax in the vibrant beach town of Puerto Viejo, a melting pot of cultures with its serene beaches and lively atmosphere. Experience the awe-inspiring Arenal Volcano, surrounded by lush jungles, offering a perfect balance of adventure and tranquility. Finally, unwind in Tamarindo, a renowned surf spot on the Nicoya Peninsula, where adventure meets relaxation. This tour offers a perfect blend of nature, culture, and leisure, with comfortable accommodations and guided activities to enhance your Costa Rican experience. Enjoy shared transfers, delicious meals, and the expertise of local guides as you explore the diverse landscapes and vibrant communities of this tropical paradise. ...more ...less

Highlights

  • Tortuguero is one of Costa Rica's most popular ecotourism destinations, featuring a network of canals, lagoons, and dense rainforests.

  • Experience the unique blend of Latino, Afro-Caribbean, and Bribri indigenous cultures in the lively beach town of Puerto Viejo.

  • Explore the majestic Arenal Volcano, once one of the world's most active volcanoes, surrounded by lush jungle.

  • Discover Tamarindo, a vibrant surf spot on the Nicoya Peninsula, known for its adventure activities and tropical serenity.

  • Enjoy the warm, calm waters and relaxed atmosphere of Puerto Viejo, a beach lover's paradise on the Caribbean Sea.

  • Witness the natural beauty and wildlife of Tortuguero, including the chance to see turtles hatch.

  • Experience the buzzing nightlife and water sports in Tamarindo, a destination for travelers of all kinds.

Itinerary

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Day 1 : ARRIVAL SAN JOSE (18km – 30min)

Location: San Jose

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Sleep Inn Hotel or similar

Welcome to Costa Rica. A local representative will greet you and assist you at the airport. Shared transfer from airport to the hotel in San Jose. Check-in at the hotel and then enjoy leisure time to refresh, relax and get comfortable at your hotel room. Explore by your own the city and its surroundings. 



Overnight at San Jose.


Day 2 : SAN JOSÉ – TORTUGUERO (117km – 3.5hrs by land / 1.5hr by boat)

Location: San José, Guápiles, Tortuguero National Park

Accommodation: Lodge

Accommodation Name: Turtle Beach Lodge or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Early check-out from the hotel. Around 6:00 am a local representative will pick you up at the hotel lobby and take you on a shared transfer to your next destination: Tortuguero National Park, located in the North Caribbean Coast. On the way, around 8:30 am there will be a stop for breakfast in Guápiles city and then continue to La Pavona dock, where you will board a boat shared with others guests, that will take you to the lodge where you will immerse yourself in a perfectly quiet, laid back and tranquil stay. Around 1:00 pm, check-in and enjoy a delightful lunch (included). Afterwards, around 2:30 pm, meet your guide for an expedition through the Tortuguero Canals, a must activity while you are in Costa Rica. Explore the lagoons and hidden canals; as you go deeper into the forest the canals become smaller and the surrounding wildlife gets closer. Rest of the afternoon at leisure. 



Overnight in Tortuguero.


Day 3 : TORTUGUERO

Location: Tortuguero

Accommodation: Lodge

Accommodation Name: Turtle Beach Lodge or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Breakfast at the hotel. Around 9:00 am meet your guide to discovering nature by taking a walk through the Lodge’s private trails. Enjoy free time in the morning to cool off in the pool and simply relax. Later this day, around 2:30 pm join to the guide and visit the small and picturesque village of Tortuguero. Afterwards, return to the Lodge to relax. Lunch and dinner included at the Lodge. 


Overnight in Tortuguero.


Day 4 : TORTUGUERO – PUERTO VIEJO (206km – 4hrs by land / 1.5hr by boat)

Location: Tortuguero, Guápiles, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Villas Del Caribe or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Breakfast at the lodge and check-out. Around 9:30 am be ready to depart on a shared transfer by boat and land from Tortuguero to the Restaurant located in Guápiles city, where you will enjoy the lunch. After lunch, around 1:30 pm, meet a local representative that will take you on a shared transfer to your next destination: the Caribbean beach town of Puerto Viejo. Upon arrival, around 4:30 pm, check-in at the hotel in Puerto Viejo and free time to relax and enjoy the hotel facilities. 



Overnight in Puerto Viejo.


Day 5 : PUERTO VIEJO

Location: Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Villas Del Caribe or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy leisure time to simply relax or explore Puerto Viejo, its surrounding and beaches on your own. 



Overnight in Puerto Viejo.


Day 6 : PUERTO VIEJO – ARENAL (275km – 5hrs)

Location: Puerto Viejo, Arenal Volcano

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Casa Luna Hotel & Spa or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel and check-out. Around 9:30 am a local representative will meet you up at the hotel lobby and take you to your next destination: La Fortuna de San Carlos, home of the wonderful Arenal Volcano. Upon arrival, around 3:00 pm, check-in at the hotel in Arenal, enjoy free time to relax and discover the natural beauty of this destination on your own. 



Overnight in Arenal.


Day 7 : ARENAL

Location: Arenal

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Casa Luna Hotel & Spa or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy leisure time to simply relax or explore the Arenal region on your own. 



Overnight in Arenal.


Day 8 : ARENAL – TAMARINDO (205km – 4hrs)

Location: Arenal, Tamarindo

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Tamarindo Diria or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast included at the hotel and check-out. Around 8:00 am meet a local representative at the hotel lobby for the shared transfer to your next destination: Tamarindo beach, located in the North Pacific Coast of Guanacaste Province. Upon arrival, around 1:00 pm, check-in at the hotel in Tamarindo and enjoy free time to relax at the resort facilities or explore the beach town on your own. 



Overnight in Tamarindo.


Day 9 : TAMARINDO

Location: Tamarindo

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Tamarindo Diria or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel. Leisure day to relax and enjoy the tropical paradise of Tamarindo beach. 



Overnight in Tamarindo.


Day 10 : TAMARINDO – SAN JOSE (260km – 5hrs)

Location: Tamarindo, San Jose

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Sleep Inn Hotel or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast included at the hotel and check-out. Around 8:00 am meet a local representative at the hotel lobby for the shared transfer to San Jose city. Upon arrival, around 1:00 pm, check-in at the hotel in San Jose and relax or go to explore the city on your own. 


Overnight in San Jose.


Day 11 : DEPARTURE SAN JOSE (18km – 30min)

Location: San Jose, Juan Santamaria International Airport

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel and check-out. At the agreed time, a local representative will pick you up at the lobby and take you on shared transportation to Juan Santamaria International Airport to take your flight back home. 


What's Included

  • Tour Guide

    Operated with English and Spanish-speaking guides only during included activities. Local guides will accompany you for the activities only.

  • Transport

    Arrival and departure shared transfers from/to Juan Santamaria Airport and shared transfers between areas (land and boat).

  • Entrance Fees and Activities

    All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary, including a guided visit to Tortuguero National Park and a guided morning walk in Tortuguero.

  • Other

    Meet & Greet and hotel taxes are included.

What's Not Included

  • Unmentioned Services

    Services not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.

  • Flights

    International and domestic flights are not included.

  • Departure Taxes

    Departure taxes are not included.

  • Visa Fees

    Visa fees are not included.

  • Personal Expenditures

    Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks, and meals or items not stated explicitly in the programme are not included.

  • Drinks and Fees

    Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any) are not included.

  • Optional Tours

    Optional tours and activities are not included.

  • Porterage and Gratuities

    Porterage and gratuities are not included.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc., are not included.

Requirements

Comfortable and light and quick dry clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Costa Rica. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses, tennis shoes, hiking shoes, sandals, sweater, raincoat or jacket, bathing suit, a hat or cap and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay. 

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Please Note

  • The order of activities in Tortuguero may vary according to the season and the disposition of the hotel
  • The start times and durations of excursions as well as transfers are approximate
  • In many hotels in Costa Rica, the triple rooms are a double room with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple room
  • Hotel early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms are subject to availability and are not guaranteed
  • No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed
  • We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1, 10 San Jose:

  • Standard Hotel Category = Sleep Inn Hotel or similar 3*
Day 2-3 Tortuguero:
  • Standard Hotel Category = Pachira Lodge or similar 3*
Day 4-5 Puerto Viejo:
  • Standard Hotel Category = Villas Del Caribe or similar 3*
Day 6-7 Arenal:
  • Standard Hotel Category = Casa Luna Hotel & Spa or similar 3*
Day 8-9 Tamarindo:
  • Standard Hotel Category = Tamarindo Diria or similar 3*

Mode of Transport

Travel conveniently with shared transfers, including arrival and departure transfers from Juan Santamaria Airport, and shared land and boat transfers between destinations such as San Jose, Tortuguero, Puerto Viejo, Arenal, and Tamarindo.

Accommodation

Enjoy 10 nights of comfortable accommodation in Costa Rica, staying in standard 3-star hotels such as Sleep Inn Hotel in San Jose, Turtle Beach Lodge in Tortuguero, Villas Del Caribe in Puerto Viejo, Casa Luna Hotel & Spa in Arenal, and Tamarindo Diria in Tamarindo.

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1, 10 San Jose:

  • Standard Hotel Category = Sleep Inn Hotel or similar 3*

Day 2-3 Tortuguero:

  • Standard Category = Turtle Beach Lodge or similar (Lodge Standard)

Day 4-5 Puerto Viejo:

  • Standard Hotel Category = Villas Del Caribe or similar 3*

Day 6-7 Arenal:

  • Standard Hotel Category = Casa Luna Hotel & Spa or similar 3*

Day 8-9 Tamarindo:

  • Standard Hotel Category = Tamarindo Diria or similar 3*

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of wildlife can I expect to see in Tortuguero?

    In Tortuguero, you can explore the lagoons and hidden canals where the surrounding wildlife gets closer as you go deeper into the forest. This area is known for its dense rainforests and is a popular ecotourism destination where you might have the chance to see turtles hatch.

  • What cultural experiences are available in Puerto Viejo?

    Puerto Viejo offers a unique blend of Latino, Afro-Caribbean, and Bribri indigenous cultures. It is a lively place where you can enjoy a fun and relaxing vacation while experiencing the local culture.

  • Is there an opportunity to see the Arenal Volcano during the tour?

    Yes, during your stay in the Arenal region, you will be near the Arenal Volcano, which was one of the ten most active volcanoes in the world prior to December 2010. Although there are no lava eruptions today, you can still see smoke and ash spew out of the top of the volcano.

  • What activities are available in Tamarindo?

    Tamarindo is known for its great swimming, surfing, fishing, and water sports during the day. It also offers a buzzing nightlife come sunset, making it a vibrant destination for travelers.

  • Are meals included during the tour?

    Yes, the tour includes 10 breakfasts, 3 lunches (on Days 2-4), and 2 dinners (on Days 2-3).

  • What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    The tour provides 10 nights of accommodation in standard hotel categories, including stays at Sleep Inn Hotel in San Jose, Turtle Beach Lodge in Tortuguero, Villas Del Caribe in Puerto Viejo, Casa Luna Hotel & Spa in Arenal, and Tamarindo Diria in Tamarindo.

  • What kind of transportation is included in the tour?

    The tour includes shared transfers from and to Juan Santamaria Airport, as well as shared transfers between areas by land and boat.

  • Do you offer any travel insurance?

    We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure. 

  • Are flights included in the tour?

    No, they are not included

  • When are there specific hotel names confirmed?

    Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client´s arrival

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.

  • Is there any option for solo traveller?

    Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.

  • What does the price include?

    What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.

  • Are Visa fees included in the price?

    No, visa fees are not included

Reviews of this operator

Brian  

Exotic Costa Rica

12-Feb-2022

We were delayed a couple of times in getting to Costa Rica and our tour operator, Roy, was extremely accommodating of the changes. The trip was partially guided, so though lodging and transportation were covered there were a few days where I could have used help coordinating afternoon activities. ...more ...less

Peter Herbert  

Essential Costa Rica - Package with Guanacaste

11-May-2022

A little aprehensive on 1st day with no tour leader... but ran better that clockwork, a few natural obstacles overcome. Good hotels, transport , drivers AND OUTSTANDING GUIDES.....A THEN THERE WAS THE WILDS OF COSTA RICA AND ITS PEOPLES ....

Jean Walsh  

Exotic Costa Rica

17-Mar-2022

This trip was much anticipated and lived up to all of our expectations. We had a wonderful experience. If we had questions, Andres was immediately responsive. It was such a nice feeling to know we could reach him.

Susan Langton  

Essential Costa Rica - Package with Manuel Antonio National Park

06-Jan-2022

Our trip was well organized, all of the service providers ( transfers, guides, accommodations) we friendly and professional, and each location was as promised. A bit more local information would have been useful in preparing for the trip, but nothing that wasn't able to be accommodated on the fly. ...more ...less

Marianne Brownell  

Essential Costa Rica - Package with Manuel Antonio National Park

03-Oct-2022

Terrific experience!

Debra R  

PURAVIDA CR

26-Jun-2023

Great staff taking care of us along the way! Hotel choices were unique and beautiful and accommodating.

Keith  

Essential Costa Rica - Package with Guanacaste

08-Mar-2022

A good tour with 4 completely different ecosystems. A couple of long travel days.

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    Destination Services Costa Rica requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of destination services costa rica charges.

    At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

From the Atlantic to the Pacific

11 Days Starting and ending in San Jose, Costa Rica

Visiting: San Jose, San José, Guápiles, Tortuguero National Park, Tortuguero, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Puerto Viejo, Arenal Volcano, Arenal, Tamarindo ...more ...less

Tour code:

453593

Guide Type:

Partially Guided

Group size:

0 - 30

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

10-99

Special diets catered:

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Tour operated in:

English , Spanish

Activities:

Surfing, Walking

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NB: Prices correct on 13-Apr-2025 but subject to change.

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