This vacation is the ultimate honeymoon for the couple who have just tied the knot! But it’s also perfect for any couple who wants a laid-back luxurious vacation in Costa Rica. This 8 day, 7 night vacation will include an intimate and romantic stay at a high-end glamping hotel on a small island along the southern end of Costa Rica’s famous blue-zone area, known as the Nicoya Peninsula. It also includes a stay back on the mainland in Manuel Antonio, an area rich in animal and bird life. You’ll stay at a high-end hotel and spa with magnificent views of the Pacific Ocean, with nature trails to explore, serene pools for lounging and swimming, excellent food, and pampering spa services. You’ll return home refreshed and recharged! Welcome to Paradise!

 

Price

• $2,450 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

Isla Chiquita (Isla Jesusita), Manuel Antonio

 

Duration

8 days, 7 nights

 

ITINERARY

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 Day 1 

Transfer from SJO to Isla Chiquita

When you arrive in San Jose, you will be greeted by your private driver, who will transport you to a ferry dock in Puntarenas (approx. 2 hours). You will board a ferry for Paquera, at the Southern end of the Nicoya Peninsula. One of five blue zones in the world, the residents here are known for living long and healthy lives, enriched by community, cuisine, lifestyle and climate. The energy here will set the stage for a balanced, and romantic stay, perfect for honeymooning couples. From Paquera, you will take a guest ferry to Isla Chiquita, a premier glamping hotel. This little slice of heaven will enchant you. The tents are well equipped, and include high-end finishes, complete with  modern en-suite bathrooms. The grounds are lush, and the views are stunning. 

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Note: This property is so unique that we don’t have a list of comparable hotels in case it is fully booked. To ensure a spot, we recommend booking several months out from your arrival date. We will discuss alternatives should we not be able to book Isla Chiquita.

 

 Day 2 

Isla Chiquita

We have opted for the “full-board” option, so that all of your meals are covered. The food is plentiful and fresh. During your time at Isla Chiquita, you can take advantage of the activities they offer. We will pre-arrange for you to take a SUP (stand-up paddleboard) lesson, a beginner kayaking expedition, and the highly recommended nighttime bioluminescent tour. The exact schedule for these activities can be determined upon your arrival.

 

 Day 3 

Isla Chiquita

In addition to the activities outlined above, there are optional excursions you may be interested in. They include island hopping, a trip to Tortuga island, snorkeling, birdwatching, a bio-reserve hike, and more. You can be as busy or relaxed as you want to be. 

 

 Day 4 

Transfer to Manuel Antonio

After breakfast at your hotel, you will take the guest ferry back to Paquera, where you will take the ferry to Puntarenas (retracing your steps from your arrival day). In Puntarenas, your private driver will be waiting to take you to your hotel in Manuel Antonio (approx. 2.5 hours). Manuel Antonio is a lively beach town that sits just north of the national park that shares its name. It is one of the few places where you can experience the abundant wildlife of the rainforest, while also enjoying beautiful beaches. You will check into the Parador Nature Resort and Spa (or comparable hotel), which sits atop Punta Quepos promontory, overlooking the Pacific Ocean. This luxury property is surrounded by 12 acres of lush rainforest. You might see monkeys, sloths, toucans, macaws, and more, right from your balcony. 

 

 Day 5 

Manuel Antonio

Today is a free day. We can suggest taking a walk to Playa Biesanz, a nearby beach (bring water shoes). There are vendors on the beach selling drinks, umbrellas, chairs and snorkel equipment. The resort also has a wonderful nature trail to get up close with the flora and fauna. 

 

 Day 6 

Manuel Antonio

Manuel Antonio National Park is the country’s smallest national park, but one of the most beloved. The trick to a successful day in Manuel Antonio is to go early, and to use an excellent guide. It is possible to see sloths, monkeys, and many exotic birds, and the earlier you go, the more likely you are to see them. You will be picked up from, and returned to your hotel. We know you will love your time in the park, which will be greatly enhanced by the skills and experience of your guide.

 

Note: You are not allowed to bring any food or drinks into the park unless it is in reusable containers and reusable water bottles. No single use plastic products are allowed.

 

 Day 7 

Manuel Antonio

Enjoy your last day in Costa Rica by relaxing at your hotel, or heading into town for some souvenir shopping. You will also be treated to a couples swedish massage at the resort’s spa – just what you need before re-entry into your life back home. Be sure to catch the sunset one last time – a memory that will stay with you long after your departure.

 

 Day 8 

Transfer from Manuel Antonio to SJO

Your private driver will transfer you to SJO (approx. 3.25 hours) to catch your flight home.

 

Included

• 3 nights at Isla Chiquita Glamping Hotel - based on availability

• 4 nights at Parador Nature Resort and Spa (or comparable hotel)

• All hotel and activity taxes are included in price

• Private transport from SJO to Puntarenas

• Ferry from Puntarenas to Paquera (x2)

• Hotel ferry from Paquera to Isla Chiquita (x2) (complimentary)

• Private transport from Puntarenas to Manuel Antonio

• Private transport from Manuel Antonio to SJO

• Dinner on day 1 (depending on arrival time)

• Full board (all meals) on days 2 and 3

• Breakfast on days 4–8

• SUP (Stand Up Paddleboard) lesson

• Beginner Kayaking Expedition

• Nighttime Bioluminescent Boat Tour

• Guided tour of Manuel Antonio National Park

• Swedish Couples Massage

• In-country assistance via text, phone and email

 

Not included

• You are responsible for lunches and dinner on days 4–7

• 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

• bathing suits, casual wardrobe

• sun glasses, hat, ocean-friendly sunscreen, insect repellent

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

• You will be staying along the coast where it is almost always warm and tropical. But it is a good idea to have a few long sleeved shirts and/or sweatshirt and a light jacket / rain jacket.

 

Note

We usually have one or more comparable back-up hotels. However Isla Chiquita is such a unique property that we don’t have a comparable hotel in case it is fully booked. To ensure a spot, we recommend booking several months out from your arrival date. We will discuss alternatives should we not be able to book at Isla Chiquita.