Costa Rica Calling - 8 Days

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Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day adventure through the natural wonders of Costa Rica with the "Costa Rica Calling" tour. Begin your journey in the vibrant capital of San Jose, before heading to La Fortuna to marvel at the majestic Arenal Volcano. Enjoy a scenic boat ride across Lake Arenal and explore the lush Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, home to a diverse array of wildlife. Continue to the stunning Manuel Antonio National Park, where you can relax on pristine beaches and search for exotic rainforest creatures with a naturalist guide. Throughout your journey, enjoy the comfort of 4-star accommodations and the convenience of private airport transfers and shared tourist shuttles. With daily breakfasts and guided excursions included, this tour offers the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation in one of the world's most biodiverse countries. ...more ...less

Highlights

  • San Jose - Spend two nights in Costa Rica's cosmopolitan capital.

  • Hike along a volcanic stone path in Arenal Volcano National Park to see diverse flora and fauna.

  • Take a scenic boat ride across the picturesque Lake Arenal.

  • Explore the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve on a guided hike, home to a rich array of wildlife.

  • Search for rainforest wildlife with a naturalist guide in Manuel Antonio National Park and relax on its beautiful beaches.

Itinerary

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Day 1: San Jose

Location: San Jose

Accommodation Name: hotel

At San Jose international airport you will be met by our tour director, transferred to your hotel and given information about your holiday. The rest of the day is at leisure for you to relax or to independently explore Costa Rica's capital. If you want to book a San Jose city tour this can be arranged on request.

Day 2-3: La Fortuna

Location: La Fortuna

Accommodation Name: Overnight: La Fortuna (2)

Meals Included: Breakfast

San Jose - La Fortuna. After breakfast on day 2 travel to La Fortuna, home of the majestic Arenal Volcano. On a clear day, the perfectly symmetrical Arenal Volcano can be seen looming over this picturesque little town. Check in and spend the rest of the day at leisure.





The following morning embark on a guided Arenal excursion. Begin the tour by heading to the El Silencio Private Reserve, to get as close to the base of the Arenal volcano as possible by vehicle. Then enjoy a scenic walk for 1km along a volcanic stone path to reach the best volcano view point. Learn all about this remarkable volcano and also enjoy wonderful views of the Green Lagoon and Lake Arenal. The walk back will take you through lush rainforest located along the edge of the Arenal Volcano. With a little luck you'll spot some of the wide variety of plants and animals that inhabit the rainforest, such as toucans, turkeys, orioles, peccaries, snakes, and monkeys. At the end of the morning tour enjoy a delicious snack of tropical fruit before returning to your hotel.





The afternoon is free to continue exploring the area. There are many things to see and do here including an eco-park, zip-lining, caves and hot springs. La Fortuna also has lots of nice restaurants where you can sample some of the local cuisine.

Day 4: Monteverde

Location: Monteverde

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

La Fortuna - Monteverde. After breakfast transfer to Arenal Lake and take a scenic boat ride across this picturesque lake, enjoying panoramic views of the Arenal Volcano, Chato Hill, Arenal Lake and the Tilaran mountain range en route. On the other side, another vehicle will be waiting to take you to your hotel in Monteverde.





Monteverde enjoys a prime location between the two cloud forests of the Santa Elena Reserve and the famed Monteverde Cloudforest Reserve. Once at the hotel the afternoon is free to explore or partake in one of the many optional activities on offer in the area, such as a tree top Canopy Tour, horse riding or a tour of the coffee plantations.

Day 5: Monteverde

Location: Monteverde

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Discover the natural wonders of Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve on a guided walk this morning. Trek along the reserve trails with your guide and learn all about one the most researched and protected private reserves in the world. This spectacular reserve cannot fail to impress with its beauty and incredible biodiversity. Wind-sculpted elfin woodlands give way to rainforests where tall trees, festooned with orchids, bromeliads, ferns and vines, rise high into the sky. It's a bird watcher's paradise, with over 400 species of birds including the Resplendent Quetzal, Emerald Toucanet, Costa Rican Warbler and Black Faced Solitaire. After the walk return your hotel to spend the rest of the day at leisure.

Day 6-7: Manuel Antonio Village

Location: Manuel Antonio

Accommodation Name: Overnight: Manuel Antonio (2)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Monteverde - Manuel Antonio. Transfer to beautiful Manuel Antonio on day 6 and spend the rest of the day at leisure. The following morning explore the tropical rainforest on a 2.5 hour nature walk. Your naturalist guide will point out many of the different species living in the park, such as sloths, Capuchin, Howler, and Squirrel monkeys. You will also be able to see several types of reptiles resting in the tropical rainforest and birds overhead. The rest of the day is free for you to relax by the beach or explore more of the rainforest.

Day 8: San Jose

Location: San Jose

Meals Included: Breakfast

Manuel Antonio - San Jose. Today a private transfer takes you to San Jose airport for your flight home. Please consider a late departure flight, as the transfer time is approx. 3.5 hours.

What's Included

  • Accommodation
    4 star

  • 7 nights 4 star hotels

    Accommodation for 7 nights in 4-star hotels is included.

  • Breakfast daily

    Daily breakfast is included during the tour.

  • Private airport arrival and departure transfer

    Private transfers from and to the airport are included.

  • Arenal Volcano National Park tour

    A guided tour of Arenal Volcano National Park is included as a shared excursion with other travelers.

  • Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve nature walk

    A guided nature walk in Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve is included as a shared excursion with other travelers.

  • Manuel Antonio National Park nature walk

    A guided nature walk in Manuel Antonio National Park is included as a shared excursion with other travelers.

  • Tourist shuttle transfers

    Shared transportation via tourist shuttle transfers between San Jose, La Fortuna, Monteverde, and Manuel Antonio is included.

  • Services of English speaking guides

    English speaking guides are provided for all included excursions.

What's Not Included

  • International flights and visas

    International flights and visa fees are not included.

  • Tipping

    Tipping is not included and is an entirely personal gesture.

Age Policy

  Not recommended for under 5yrs

Mode of Transport

Travel conveniently with private airport transfers and shared tourist shuttle transfers between San Jose, La Fortuna, Monteverde, and Manuel Antonio, including a scenic boat ride across Lake Arenal.

Accommodation

Enjoy 7 nights in 4-star hotels, providing comfort and relaxation throughout your Costa Rican adventure.

Check out our Q&As

  • What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes accommodation for 7 nights in 4-star hotels, ensuring comfort and relaxation throughout your Costa Rican adventure.

  • Are airport transfers included in the tour package?

    Yes, private airport arrival and departure transfers are included in the tour package.

  • What kind of transportation is used between destinations on the tour?

    The tour provides shared tourist shuttle transfers between San Jose, La Fortuna, Monteverde, and Manuel Antonio, including a scenic boat ride across Lake Arenal.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    Daily breakfast is included during the tour.

  • Will there be guided tours during the trip?

    Yes, guided tours are included for Arenal Volcano National Park, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, and Manuel Antonio National Park, all led by English-speaking guides.

  • What wildlife might I see during the tour?

    During the tour, you may see a variety of wildlife including toucans, turkeys, orioles, peccaries, snakes, monkeys, sloths, Capuchin, Howler, and Squirrel monkeys, as well as several types of reptiles and birds.

  • Is tipping included in the tour price?

    Tipping is not included in the tour price and is considered a personal gesture.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1998

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

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26-Nov-2024

This company doesn’t deserve even 1 star. I would not recommend this company. There are hidden fees which means the cost of the holiday ends up being very expensive. We recently came back from our trip to China where it is not customary to tip in restaurants & hotel staff. Yet we had to make a payment upfront in cash to to the guide for more than £100. The hotel service was appalling. Just think £100 from each person. The trip was suppose to be a Tour yet we had to pay for all entrance fees. We complained about the poor condition of the hotels but no one responded to our emails to date. The after sales service is non existent. Do not use this company. Far far too expensive for what you get. Not competitive at all. They messed up our booking; repeatedly asked for the same information. We spent so much time correcting their errors. Very difficult to get hold of anyone because they all work in S Africa or New Zealand. Absolute nightmare ...more ...less

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I had used them once before and loved them. I decided to try them again for a Baltic tour not knowing that they put me on another Tour group- Baltic vision. Loved that tour but was not impressed they marked up the cost for me over 100%. I understand taking some for yourself because of paperwork, but over double the cost everyone else paid on the tour. Just double check before you book with them that you’re not over paying. ...more ...less

Book with Confidence

  • Transfer as credit to Future Tours

    On The Go Tours allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform on the go tours, 60 days before departure.

  • Low Deposit

    On The Go Tours requires a minimum deposit of 500 GBP per person 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 on the go tours charges.

    Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

Costa Rica Calling - 8 Days

8 Days Starting and ending in San Jose, Costa Rica

Visiting: San Jose, La Fortuna, Monteverde, Manuel Antonio

Tour operator:

On The Go Tours

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Medium

Age range:

Not recommended for under 5yrs.

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Adventure Tours

Activities:

Sightseeing, Walking

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