Costa Rica Active Adventure
Experience Overview
Trekking, biking, horseback riding, kayaking, ziplining. Costa Rica really is the "Adventure Capital of the Americas." Thrill-seekers will find more than enough to keep themselves busy over this trip’s 13 action-packed days. After landing in San José, embark on four days of exploration around Monteverde and Arenal Volcano. Raft down the mighty Pacuare River before crossing over to our remote rainforest lodge, surrounded on all sides by the thick, enveloping jungle. End the journey by heading down to the beach at Puerto Viejo. Phew! Tired yet? No? Time to book!
Highlights
- Paddle through world-class rapids on the Pacuare River
- Mountain bike in the shadow of Arenal Volcano
- Chill out to the sounds of crashing Caribbean waves
- Stand up on a surfboard in Puerto Viejo.
Trip Details
Product Code: 1860
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Budget
Transport: Public bus, private vehicle, bicycle, boat, raft, hiking.
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Budget
Tour Operator:
G Adventures
Supplier Code: CRSM
Starts: San José, Costa Rica
Finishes: San José, Costa Rica
Duration: 13 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Average
Includes
Activities
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your Discover Moment: La Fortuna Your Hands-On Moment: Surfing Lesson Your Discover Moment: Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
- Overnight Pacuare River rafting trip
- Guided hike (Pacuare River)
- Guided cycling excursion (La Fortuna)
- Bike ride (Puerto Viejo)
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Hotels (10 nts), jungle lodge (2 nts).
- 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
Transport
- Public bus, private vehicle, bicycle, boat, raft, hiking.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $1,949 ($150 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: San José
Arrive at any time.
There are no planned activities during the day, so check in to the hotel and explore the city. If you arrive early enough, you'll have time to explore the city.
Day 2: San José/Monteverde
Drive through Costa Rica's beautiful countryside to Monteverde to explore the verdant cloud forest and enjoy the surrounding area.
Today's ride can be a bumpy ride on some unpaved roads, but the views along the way are spectacular. Opt to prebook the Monteverde Guided Night Walk for a spectacular evening introduction to this magnificent place.
Day 3: Monteverde
Enjoy a free day for optional activities in and around Monteverde like ziplining, horseback riding, or touring the cloud forest.
Your CEO will let you know about all the activities available and help you pick the best option for you.
Get your adrenaline pumping and pre-book the Costa Rica Adrenaline Bundle on the checkout page to include this optional activity on your tour or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance.
Day 4: Monteverde/La Fortuna
Travel through rolling hills and across a lake to La Fortuna, where there is free time to explore.
The town of La Fortuna lies near the base of the Arenal Volcano and is a perfect launch pad to go wild and let the adrenaline flow with a range of adventure sports.
Day 5: La Fortuna
Enjoy a free day in La Fortuna. Opt to go whitewater rafting, waterfall rappelling, paddleboarding or one of the many other optionals this region has to offer. Spend another day getting your adrenaline pumping, viewing local wildlife, marveling at the Arenal Volcano and getting to know more about La Fortuna's Costa Rica.
Day 6: La Fortuna
Cycle the area around La Fortuna on a guided half-day biking tour. At night, opt to relax and soak in hot springs at the base of Arenal Volcano.
Day 7: La Fortuna/Pacuare
Enjoy a two-day guided rafting expedition along the Pacuare River, stopping at times to explore on foot, then stay the night in rustic cabins built along the river.
In the morning, transfer from La Fortuna to the put-in point for rafting on the Pacuare River. On this first day, stop down river for a short hike to explore waterfalls, and scenic, hidden canyons. In the evening, stay at a jungle lodge on the banks of the Pacuare River in a scenic, but remote location.
Day 8: Pacuare
Get off the river for the day to explore the jungle by foot.
Day 9: Pacuare/Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Continue down river to the take-out point, then travel to the Caribbean coastal town of Puerto Viejo.
Day 10: Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
The Caribbean is famous for its sun, sand and surf. Hop on a bike and take a ride to the beach, then pull on a rash guard, grab a big board and get ready to hang ten like a local with an included surf lesson.
The picturesque village of Puerto Viejo de Talamanca is known for its incomparable white- and black-sand beaches surrounded by exotic tropical vegetation. Rent a bike or hire a boat to Manzanillo. Try snorkelling or take it easy and and explore La Isla Botanical Gardens.
Day 11: Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Enjoy free time in Puerto Viejo and soak up the sun on the Caribbean. The warm turquoise water is ideal for swimming, fishing, kayaking, boogie boarding, and surfing. Opt to take a boat trip, snorkel the nearby reefs, or cycle down the coast.
Day 12: Puerto Viejo de Talamanca/San José
Return to San José and take advantage of a final day to shop for souvenirs (coffee anyone?).
Day 13: San José
Depart at any time.
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Tour Operator
G Adventures
G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
Donna M. - Traveled, December 2023
Our excellent guide Berny Chacon and the amazing itinerary
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/28/2023
Eve O. - Traveled, November 2023
Very good holiday experience
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/28/2023
Anna P. - Traveled, November 2023
G Adventures takes a lot of pressure and stress off of us to plan vacation! All we have to think about is where we want to go. Only critique is that sometimes the hotels aren't the nicest and it's always a gamble with how you get along with the other people.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/28/2023
Ronald M. - Traveled, November 2023
The guide, Berny Chacon, was amazing beyond words. Berny was compassionate about the wildlife and Costa Rica. He was both great host and advocate for Costa Rica. The choices of activities provided was also wonderful and exciting.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/28/2023
Jennifer P. - Traveled, November 2023
Great experience, small group
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/28/2023
Rosemary P. - Traveled, November 2023
For someone who does not like planning and does not want to miss anything, G Adventures delivers. There might never be a lot of downtime but you will never be bored
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/28/2023
Charles L. - Traveled, November 2023
I loved the trip! The only reason I put 9 instead of 10 is because it's not for everyone that I know but as far as this type of trip - it far exceeded my expectations. Everything about it was great - the CEO, the other guests, the itinerary, the activities etc.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/28/2023
Taran S. - Traveled, November 2023
Because the activities were great but the food and accommodation were terrible.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/14/2023
Eva R. - Traveled, November 2023
Extraordinary tour guide, great amount of exciting activities
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/14/2023
Linn O. - Traveled, November 2023
I'm happy with the tour
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/14/2023
Arrsha R. - Traveled, November 2023
I previously had a great experience with G Adventures but I feel that I have been misled quite a bit this trip. The accommodation for half of the nights was below the standard expected and one accommodation in particular was unacceptable. There was also overcharging with add-ons such as additional nights accommodation and transfers. Overall, it didn't deliver the value for money expected. it's a shame because some elements of the trip were great but there were some negatives which make it hard to travel with G again
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/14/2023
Harald A. - Traveled, November 2023
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/28/2023
Megan T. - Traveled, November 2023
Being with a small group while being a solo travelers makes the experiences so much better. Having an expert guide to help navigate a new country. A set agenda so there's minimal decision fatigue
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/28/2023
Ailish R. - Traveled, November 2023
Very well organized trips with people of all ages and backgrounds. Had so much fun on this trip and would recommend the itinerary to anyone travelling to Costa Rica
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/28/2023
Jody L. - Traveled, November 2023
The small group travel style is amazing - you get to meet new friends and have everything planned for you!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/14/2023
Patrick W. - Traveled, November 2023
Everything is perfect, but I wish some of the accommodations would be better in the 'basic' travel style (and not cross a certain level of 'shabbiness',, even if the tours were a bit more pricey. This was also the sentiment of most fellow travelers on this trip, and other trips I took with G. I would have the budget for much better accommodation like in the National Geographic Tours, but I don't choose them because of the much higher age average. I wish there were tours with higher accommodation standards and an age limit.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/14/2023
Nathalie-Adina B. - Traveled, November 2023
Everything was planned and the CEO helps in every situation
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/14/2023
Adam J. - Traveled, November 2023
Excellent guide (jenny) Perfect organization Fun group A few less fun accommodations
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/14/2023
Joanne M. - Traveled, December 2023
It wasn't exactly as I expected.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/14/2023
Celin M. - Traveled, November 2023
Nice Adventure! Meet beautiful people and find new friends. It was a wonderful Holiday.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/14/2023
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