From Tortuguero to the Pacific Coast, embrace the wild side of Central America
  • Go wild in Costa Rica on an active adventure through animal-rich habitats
  • Navigate the Tortuguero waterways in search of monkeys, caiman and more
  • Eat lunch at an organic farm and visit a pineapple plantation to see rural Costa Rica
  • Soar above the cloud forest on a zip-lining excursion
  • Discover Rincón de la Vieja with its bubbling mud pools and hot springs

We spend 14 nights in hotels and lodges, most have swimming pools.



In San José, we stay at the modern four-star Studio Hotel, conveniently near the airport for an easy arrival transfer at the start of the trip.



In Tortuguero, we usually stay at Evergreen Lodge, just a few minutes by boat from the Tortuguero National Park entrance. This magical area is surrounded by vegetation and our accommodation has a rustic feel with wooden bungalows, comfortable beds and ceiling fans. There is a lovely pool area and the property is set in jungle.



In Sarapiqui, we usually stay at La Quinta Sarapiqui, a lodge with bungalow-style accommodation looking out onto gardens filled with flowers and birdlife.



In Arenal, our accommodation is normally Arenal Paraiso Hotel. This property is close to Arenal Volcano and has large natural grounds with wonderful views of the volcano. Rooms are well equipped. There are several natural pools fed by spring water to relax in.



In Monteverde, we normally stay at the Monteverde Country Lodge, a cosy hotel perfectly positioned to discover the cool of the cloud forest. We also use the Sibu Lodge or the Montaña Monteverde.



In Rincon de la Vieja, our accommodation is either the BuenaVista del Rincon or the Hacienda Guachapelin.



By the Pacific Coast, we plan to stay  at the Nammbu Hotel, a beachfront property overlooking Carrillo Beach.