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Natural Highlights of Costa Rica

Jungles, mountains and coast: Costa Rica is a natural paradise

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Tour Code : WUA

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Destinations : Costa Rica

Tour Starts : San Jose

Tour Ends : San Jose

Group Size : 4 - 16

Ages : 16+

Activity :

8 days from

NOK 30 290

Overview

Jungles, mountains and coast: Costa Rica is a natural paradise

A tropical paradise bursting with wildlife, Costa Rica is home to six percent of the world’s plant and animal species, many endemic. The rich biodiversity is extremely colourful. More than 850 bird species have been recorded here – far more than found anywhere in North America, Europe and Australia. A cornucopia of exotic flora and fauna, Costa Rica is a nature lover’s delight.

Highlights

Visit multiple wildlife habitats in one week: verdant rainforest, lush mangroves, lava fields and serene cloud forests
Abundant wildlife viewing with sightings of monkeys, birds and sloths expected
Discover the tranquil waterways of Tortuguero, an important nesting site for green turtles
Comfortable ecofriendly lodges and hotels throughout
Two boat trips included at Tortuguero and a boat safari in the Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge

Key Information

Travel by air-conditioned bus and boat
Seven nights in comfortable hotels and lodges
All breakfasts, four lunches and two dinners included
Green turtle nesting season: July to October

Included

All breakfasts, four lunches, two dinners
All accommodation
All transport and listed activities
Tour leader throughout
Arrival and departure transfers

Not included

Travel insurance
Visas or vaccinations
Single accommodation (available on request)

Itinerary

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Day 1: Start San Jose
Our trip starts in San Jose, the capital of Costa Rica. This evening is the perfect opportunity to meet your guide and get to know your fellow travellers. We’ll share many adventures over the next week. Accommodation: Park Inn hotel (2023) or Aurola Holiday Inn San Jose (2024) (or similar)
Day 2: To Tortuguero National Park
Our adventure begins early this morning, leaving San Jose behind as we travel to Tortuguero National Park in the northeast of Costa Rica. Accessible only by boat or light aircraft, Tortuguero has a vast network of waterways, canals and swamps that are remarkably tranquil, unspoilt and devoid of noise pollution. On reaching the pier, we board a small motorboat for the 1hr 15min journey to our lodge, which is nestled in the heart of the main lagoon. Our afternoon is spent in Tortuguero village, where we can visit the Sea Turtle Museum (a donation will be requested at the entrance). Tortuguero is probably most famous as a nesting site for the endangered green turtle, which can be seen arriving onto the beach to lay eggs from late July to October (as part of an optional excursion). Hawksbill, loggerhead and giant leatherback turtles also nest in this region, and during November to January baby turtles hatch and make their way towards the ocean. Today's travel time will be in the region of five to six hours including a stop for breakfast. Accommodation: Pachira Lodge or Evergreen Lodge (or similar)
Day 3: Boat tour around Tortuguero waterways
An early morning boat trip enables us to discover the extraordinary flora and fauna of Tortuguero, passing serenely along the waterways. At this time of day, wildlife is usually at its most active and with the help of our expert guide we are likely to encounter monkeys, caiman, iguanas, butterflies and many of the 300-plus bird species recorded here. We return to the lodge for a hearty breakfast by the river. This afternoon, we enjoy a second boat trip along a different canal. Alternatively, stay at the lodge this afternoon if you want to enjoy the facilities or follow a short walking trail through the forest. Accommodation: Pachira Lodge or Evergreen Lodge (or similar)
Day 4: To La Fortuna, near Arenal
We leave Tortuguero the same way we arrived by taking a small boat to the pier. Our bus will be at the pier waiting to drive us to the Arenal region, passing huge banana, pineapple and sugar cane plantations on the way. Arenal was the most active volcano in Costa Rica until 2010, when it entered a resting phase and stopped spitting ash, smoke and lava. However, there is still a lot of geothermal activity here and you'll have the opportunity to visit one of the excellent hot springs this evening. Alternatively, have a go on the Sky Tram/Sky Trek, departing at 3pm. In clear weather, there are great views of the volcano from our overnight base, the nearby town of La Fortuna. Today's travelling time is around 5hr 30min including a lunch stop. Accommodation: Arenal Montechiari (or similar)
Day 5: Boat tour of Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge
Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge and the Frío River combine to create a humid area that is very biodiverse and harbours a great variety of resident and migratory birds, three different monkey species, iguanas, sloths, turtles and caimans. We transfer approximately 90 minutes to the village of Los Chiles, close to the Nicaraguan border. From here, we board a boat for our river adventure, which lasts around 2hr 30min and passes through tropical rainforest and pastures until we arrive at the marshlands. Olivaceous cormorants nest here, while you may also see wood storks and the endangered jabiru (the largest bird in Central America). Along the river, we may also spot howler monkeys, three-toed sloths, caimans, lizards and turtles. Accommodation: Arenal Montechiari (or similar)
Day 6: To Monteverde in the Tilaran Mountains; nocturnal wildlife walk
From Arenal, we travel to the Tilaran Mountain Range in the Central Highlands for our first taste of a Costa Rican cloud forest. The journey provides breath-taking views of the Gulf of Nicoya and the islands below as we ascend the hills towards Monteverde, a forest-cloaked region whose name means Green Mountain. The high altitude supports a complex ecosystem where plants thrive, particularly orchids of which there are some 400-plus different varieties here. Today's drive is around four hours – the last 25mi (40km) of road is gravel and can be bumpy, particularly following heavy rain. In the afternoon, it's possible to join an optional coffee tour to learn about the importance of this crop to the socio-economic development of the country. This evening we set off on a night walk in Monteverde Wildlife Refuge. Situated within primary cloud forest, this reserve is committed to the preservation of native flora and fauna. Taking a nocturnal walk allows for a completely new perspective on the forest, which our guides will bring to life for us. Accommodation: Monteverde Country Lodge or Montaña Monteverde (or similar)
Day 7: Visit Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve; to San Jose
Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve is a favourite destination for birdwatchers and wildlife enthusiasts. A walk through the reserve will reveal huge old growth trees covered in moss while the surrounding mist permeates the atmosphere. The geographic, topographic and climatic conditions of the reserve allow a surprising biodiversity to thrive. There are four ecological ‘life zones’ that harbour different ecosystems for hundreds of species – mammals, birds, butterflies, amphibians, reptiles, insects and arachnids. We can also find a variety of mosses, vines, other plants and trees typical of the cloud forest. One of the reserve trails leads to a lookout point right at the top of the continental divide where, on clear days, you see both Costa Rican coasts: the Caribbean and Pacific. These forests are also one of the few remaining habitats of the endangered resplendent quetzal. Following today's activity, we transfer to San Jose. Accommodation: Park Inn hotel (2023) or Aurola Holiday Inn San Jose (2024) (or similar)
Day 8: End San Jose
The trip comes to an end today after breakfast, and it's time to bid Costa Rica and the rest of the group goodbye. Free transfers to San Jose airport are available to all clients today. Alternatively, speak to your sales representative to join our post-trip extension to the palm tree-lined beaches of Tamarindo.

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Important Information

The trip destination

Travel by air-conditioned bus and boat
Seven nights in comfortable hotels and lodges
All breakfasts, four lunches and two dinners included
Green turtle nesting season: July to October

Food

All breakfasts, four lunches and two dinners are included. In the itinerary we state which meals are included on which day. Hotel breakfasts are normally buffets, and lunches and dinners at Tortuguero are also buffets. Vegetarians are well catered for, but please inform us before departure of any special dietary requests. Costa Rican specialities include gallo pinto, a black bean and rice dish that’s a staple part of the local diet. Soups and stews are also common, and fresh fruit is abundant and will no doubt be one of the highlights of your time in the tropics.

Weather

Costa Rica is 10 degrees north of the equator and has a tropical climate. The average temperature range is 10C-13C (50F-55F) in the highlands and 22C-26C (72F-79F) in the lowlands. There is a rainy season from May to November when there are daily downpours, though these are usually quite short and there is still plenty of bright sunshine, so midsummer is not necessarily a bad time to go. December to April is the driest time of the year but you should still expect some rain.

Is this trip for you?

This trip has been graded Activity Level 1 (Leisurely) with a safari rating of 3.

Driving distances are not very long and most of the roads we take are of good quality. However, the road leading to the river on the way to and from Tortuguero and the road into and out of Monteverde have poor surfaces and this can result in slow driving times, particularly following heavy rain. There are several included and optional walks on the itinerary which occasionally involve walking on rough paths. These are suitable for most fitness levels. During times of heavy rain, trails can be muddy and slippery and extra care should be taken. Many of the areas visited on the trip are hot and humid and there is the chance of heavy rain year-round – this is why Costa Rica is so green.

Please note, the sea in the Tortuguero region has very strong rip currents and is not suitable for swimming from the beach.

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