Natural wonders of Costa Rica

Trip Description

Accomodation

Stay program

• day 1

  SJO Int. Airport - Orosi (2 h)

  

  Welcome at the airport, delivery of your travel booklet and your local SIM card, pick-up of the rental vehicle or meeting with your driver-guide. Departure for Orosi. 2 nights in Orosi.

• day 2

  Orosi - Irazú Volcano (3h RT)

  

  Morning excursion to Irazú Volcano National Park, the highest active volcano in Costa Rica. Afternoon relaxation in the Orosi hot springs.

• day 3

  Orosi - San Gerardo de Dota (2h30)

  

  Departure for San Gerardo de Dota, a small bucolic village nestled in Los Quetzales National Park, offering very beautiful trails. 2 nights in San Gerardo de Dota.

• day 4

  San Gerardo de Dota

  

  Morning excursion accompanied by a naturalist guide for the observation of the resplendent quetzal, one of the most beautiful birds in the world.

• day 5

  San Gerardo de Dota - Dominical (2h30)

  

  Departure for the Pacific coast, more specifically for the small coastal town of Dominical, highly appreciated for its market, its restaurants, and its beaches. 2 nights in Dominical.

• day 6

  Dominical - Nauyaca Waterfalls (30 min RT)

  

  On horseback or by 4x4, set out to discover the Nauyaca waterfalls, which are among the most beautiful in the country. A typical lunch is included in the expedition.

• day 7

  Dominical - Ojochal (45 min)

  

  Departure for the village of Ojochal, known as the gastronomic capital of Costa Rica. At nightfall, you will set off for a night walk in the Playa Tortuga Reserve. 1 night in Ojochal.

• day 8

  Ojochal - Sierpe - Drake (2h30)

  

  Early departure for Sierpe where you will board for the village of Drake, at the gateway to Corcovado. This one-hour boat trip is an excellent way to discover the Térraba-Sierpe National Wetlands. 3 nights in Drake.

• day 9

  Drake - Isla del Caño

  

  Morning excursion to the Isla del Caño Biological Reserve, ideal for snorkeling or diving. On the way back, you will stop for a tropical picnic on a splendid beach.

• day 10

  Drake - Corcovado

  

  One-day excursion on the Corcovado trails, accompanied by a naturalist guide. This national park is world-renowned for its exuberant wildlife and flora.

• day 11

  Drake - Sierpe - Uvita (3h)

  

  Departure by boat to Sierpe, from where you will take the road again to Uvita. The Marino Ballena National Park is perfect for watching the sunset. 2 nights in Uvita.

• day 12

  Uvita

  

  Boat excursion for dolphin and humpback whale watching.

• day 13

  Uvita - Tárcoles (3 h)

  

  Departure for Tárcoles. Visit to Carara National Park, a protected area that is the natural habitat of an impressive number of crocodiles, caimans, and aquatic birds. 1 night in Tárcoles.

• day 14

  Tarcoles - Int. Airport SJO (2h30)

  

  Departure for SJO International Airport. Return of the rental vehicle or farewell with your driver-guide and check-in for international flights. Pura Vida!