The many natural wonders of Costa Rica make the perfect setting for your next big-thrills getaway. Over the course of a week, we go white-water rafting on the Balsa River, swim next to a thundering waterfall, meet the nocturnal wildlife of Monteverde on a night walk, and take to the ocean for a dolphin-watching excursion. After all that excitement, the expedition ends peacefully with a few days on the Pacific coastline, where a sandy bay is shaded by coconut palms and the water is perfect for swimming. This action-packed week will leave you refreshed and with a full understanding of Costa Rica's most famous phrase: 'pura vida' or 'pure life'.

We stay in four comfortable hotels during this tour for a total of seven nights.



In San José, we stay at the modern three-star Autentico Hotel, which has easy access to the downtown areas of the city.



In Arenal, our accommodation will normally be the Arenal Paraiso Hotel. This property is close to Arenal volcano and has large natural grounds with wonderful volcano views. There are also several spring water-fed pools in which you can relax.



In Monteverde, we stay at the Monteverde Country Lodge, a three-star property providing cosy, comfortable and warm accommodation. This property doesn’t have a swimming pool or air conditioning as it’s in an area of Costa Rica that is typically much cooler.



By the Pacific Coast, we stay at the three-star Leyenda Hotel by Carillo Beach, which has a swimming pool and jacuzzi.