This 10 day, 9 night vacation starts off at a hot spring resort in the beautiful rainforests of Arenal. Next you will move on to the misty cloud forests of Monteverde. You’ll enjoy some hiking and waterfalls, a boat safari, a night tour, hanging bridges, and a sloth sanctuary. Then you will transfer to the exclusive Westin all-inclusive resort in Guanacaste, where you will finish your vacation surrounded by luxury in a pristine beachfront location. You’ll enjoy a combination of high-end accommodations, outdoor adventures and relaxation at the beach. Perfect for adventurous couples, friend groups, or families!

 

Price

• $3,500 per person

• Based on a minimum of two people in a double occupancy room

• For fewer or additional person(s), inquire for pricing

• Prices valid through 2023 (excluding Semana Santa / Easter week 4/2/2023 to 4/9/2023 and 12/20/2023 to 1/5/2024). All pricing subject to change until booked and confirmed. Lower rates may be available during "green season" (May to November). Inquire when booking.

 

Destinations

Arenal, Monteverde, Reserva Conchal

 

Duration

10 days, 9 nights

 

Itinerary

 

 Day 1 

Transfer LIR to Arenal

Upon arrival at LIR airport, you will be transported by private shuttle to Arenal (approx. 3.5 hours) where you will check into the Arenal Manoa Hot Springs Resort (or comparable hotel). Weather permitting, you will be able to see the breathtaking Arenal volcano in the distance. Soak away your travel aches in the natural and healing hot springs, visit the spa, try a cocktail at the swim-up bar, explore nature trails, where you may spot some of the magnificent birds and wildlife that live in the rainforest. Head into town for dinner and some souvenir shopping, or dine at the hotel restaurant.

 

 Day 2 

Arenal

Catch an early breakfast and then you will be picked up to go on an Arenal Volcano Hike and La Fortuna Waterfall. You’ll enjoy learning about the Arenal area while your guide helps you to spot birds and wildlife along the way. You’ll be ready for a traditional Costa Rican lunch before visiting the beautiful La Fortuna Waterfall. It is worth the 500 steps there and back. Don’t worry, there are places to rest every 100 steps or so! After your busy day, you will enjoy the luxurious hot springs and dinner at the beautiful and sublime Eco Termales Hot Springs.

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 Day 3 

Arenal

Your day will start early (7:30) with a jungle safari boat trip on the Sarapiqui River, where a traditional Costa Rican lunch, called a casado, will be served at the end of your tour. Enjoy the rest of the day relaxing at your hotel. If you prefer, you can sleep in and do the afternoon boat trip instead (lunch will happen prior to departing on the boat). We recommend the morning as that is when wildlife is more active.

 

 Day 4 

Transfer to Monteverde

You will check out of your hotel in Arenal and will transfer to Monteverde via a shuttle-boat-shuttle - a popular way to travel between Arenal and Monteverde where you will take a shuttle to Lake Arenal, and then enjoy a boat ride across the lake, followed by a shuttle ride to your hotel. You will check into the Monteverde Lodge and Gardens (or comparable hotel). This beautiful hotel is walking distance from downtown Monteverde, but feels like a natural oasis worlds apart from civilization. You’ll have breathtaking forest views, and a private cloud forest reserve with abundant wildlife. Settle in and enjoy the amenities of the lodge while you get ready for a night tour of the grounds, where your guide will help you to spot frogs, snakes, armadillos, bats, two-toed sloths, and even sleeping birds.

 

 Day 5 

Monteverde

After breakfast at your hotel, you will be picked up by shuttle to spend the morning exploring the cloud forest on a series of hanging bridges, and receive guided tours of a sloth sanctuary and a butterfly garden.

 

 Day 6 

Monteverde

After breakfast at your hotel, you will be picked up by shuttle for an informative and interesting chocolate, coffee and sugarcane tour! You’ll learn about these important export crops while enjoying samples! Everyone loves this tour and we think you will too!

 

 Day 7 

Transfer to Reserva Conchal

After breakfast, you will check out of your hotel and be driven by private shuttle to the beautiful Westin all-inclusive beachfront resort located in the exclusive community of Reserva Conchal (approx. 3 hours). The Westin is an eco-friendly retreat set between the exotic forests and unspoiled beaches of Costa Rica's North Pacific Riviera. At 2,400 acres, this beautiful all-inclusive resort offers all you need: a location near the beach, a lagoon-style pool, fitness studios, tennis courts, and championship golf. There are 10 restaurants, 3 bars, 24-hour room service and an award-winning spa! And you have access to one of the most beautiful beaches in Costa Rica, Playa Conchal, which is made up of millions of tiny seashells.

 

 Day 8 

Reserva Conchal

Enjoy a sunset catamaran tour in the afternoon. Lunch and drinks are provided, and you’ll sail along the coast, watching for marine life. Your captain will drop anchor in a protected cove, and you’ll be able to snorkel and swim to shore to explore a secluded beach before sailing back while watching a classic Costa Rican sunset.

 

 Day 9 

Reserva Conchal

Enjoy all the amenities of the Westin, and be sure to walk down to Playa Conchal, which was  ranked as the best beach in the world by Big 7 Travel in its annual publication “The 50 Best Beaches in the World.” 

 

 Day 10 

Transfer to LIR

You will be transported by private shuttle to LIR (approx. 50 minutes) for your flight home.

 

Included

• 3 nights at Arenal Manoa Hot Springs Resort (or comparable hotel)

• 3 nights at Monteverde Lodge and Gardens (or comparable hotel) 

• 3 nights at the Westin all-inclusive resort

• All hotel and activity taxes are included in price

• Private transport from LIR to Arenal

• Shared transport from Arenal to Monteverde

• Private transport from Monteverde to Reserva Conchal

• Private transport from Reserva Conchal to LIR airport

• Arenal Volcano hike & La Fortuna waterfall guided tour with lunch

• Hot springs and dinner at Eco Termales Hot Springs

• Jungle Safari Float on Sarapiqui River with Lunch

• El Refugio Night Tour

• Monteverde hanging bridges & sloth sanctuary tour

• Monteverde coffee, chocolate, & sugar cane tour

• Catamaran Sunset Cruise with lunch

• Breakfast on days 2 - 10

• Lunch on days 2, 3, 7, 8, 9

• Dinner on days 2, 7, 8, 9

• In-country assistance via text, phone and email

 

Not included

• You are responsible for lunch on days 4, 5,  6

• You are responsible for dinner on days 3, 4, 5,  6

• Price does not include gratuities - it is customary to tip drivers, tour guides, housekeeping staff. There is a 10% gratuity added to restaurant bills, but additional tips for good service are greatly appreciated.

• International airfare not included.

 

What to bring

• You will be traveling to different regions, which have their own climates. Depending on when you come, there may be some rain, so rain jackets (lightweight) or ponchos are a good idea. 

• It can also be chilly and misty in the higher elevations, so layers are important. 

• Be sure to bring several long sleeve and long pants (or leggings) options as your clothes may need to dry out in between wearings if you encounter wet conditions.. 

• You will also want bug repellent and sun screen (ocean-friendly brands if possible). 

• Your footwear options should include flip flops, sports sandals, and sneakers.

 

Note

We always have one or more comparable back-up hotels. The further out you book your vacation, the better our chances of booking our preferred hotels. If hotel availability is going to have a significant impact on your stay, we will discuss alternatives with you prior to making hotel reservations on your behalf.