Independent - Arenal Volcano And Monteverde Cloud Forest - 7 Days



Trip Snapshot
Genders
- Female58%
- Male42%
Average age
Start / End
- San Jose Solís
- San Jose Solís
Physical rating
Group size
2 - 16Meals included
5Highlights
- 2 nights lodging in Arenal Volcano. Arenal Montechiari Hotel, or similar (Standard Hotel, 3 Stars).
- Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, Guided Walking Tour
- 2 nights lodging in Monteverde. Monteverde Country Lodge, or similar (Standard Hotel, 3 Stars).
- Arenal Volcano Guided Walk and Entrance to Paradise Hot Springs (Dinner included)
- Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, Guided Walking Tour
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Summary
This 7-days trip is the ideal short vacation for nature lovers. The Arenal Volcano is a mountain destination highly developed, where you will have the best idea of the rainforest experience. When you think about a magical and mystic forest, Monteverde cloud forest is in your mind; a small town with many adventure and nature activities. Enjoy this short escape with your family, friends, or on your own.
Itinerary
Day 1
Welcome to Costa Rica!

Right after you go through immigration and customs one representative will meet you at the Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) exit to load the luggage into the vehicle and transfer you to the hotel. The hotel for tonight is close to San Jose City, located 25-15 minutes away from the airport.
Accommodation: Country Inn & Suites by Radisson San José or similar (Standard Hotel, 3 Stars).
Meals: None
Day 2
Transfer To Arenal Volcano

You will have a shuttle shared transfer to the Arenal Volcano. You’ll pass through scenic landscapes of Costa Rica’s countryside, including lush mountains and small towns. The route typically goes through towns like Alajuela and La Fortuna, the gateway to Arenal Volcano National Park. The trip offers beautiful views and ends near the iconic Arenal Volcano.
Accommodation: Arenal Country Inn Hotel or similar (Standard Hotel, 3 Stars).
Meals: Breakfast.
Day 3
Arenal Volcano Walking Tour Walking Tour & Natural Hot Spring Resort

In the morning, enjoy a leisure time. In the afternoon, you will have a guided walk around the Arenal Volcano National Park, you will walk along old lava flows, spotting the rich flora and fauna of this wonderful attraction. After this walk, visit a natural hot springs resort where you will have a relaxing time in this place. Dinner is included in this place.
Accommodation: Arenal Country Inn Hotel, or similar (Standard Hotel, 3 Stars).
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.
Day 4
Van-Boast-Van Transfer

After breakfast, you will go to your next destination, Monteverde. You will be picked up by van, then you will cross the beautiful Arenal Lake by boat, a unique experience enjoying marvelous views of the Arenal Volcano, then take another van that will take you to your hotel. Rest of the day by leisure.
Accommodation: Monteverde Country Lodge or similar (Standard Hotel, 3 Stars).
Meals: Breakfast.
Day 5
Monteverde Could Forest Reserve

Take your hiking shoes and get ready to walk along the most magical forest: Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve. Enjoy a guided hiking tour to learn about this unique ecosystem; there are many birds, sloths, animals that you can spot with binoculars.
Accommodation :Monteverde Country Lodge, or similar (Standard Hotel, 3 Stars).
Meals: Breakfast.
Day 6
Monteverde To San Jose

Shuttle transfer included to your next destination; you can choose from the following options: This shuttle transfer descends from the Monteverde Cloud Forest through winding mountain roads, offering stunning views of valleys and rivers. The road can be bumpy in some parts, but the scenery is beautiful. Eventually, you arrive in San José, the capital city, where you can explore cultural sites, museums, and vibrant city life.
Accommodation: Country Inn & Suites by Radisson San José or similar (Standard Hotel, 3 Stars)
Meals: Breakfast.
Day 7
End Of The Tour - Return To San Jose

All the good things come to an end. Say good-bye to beautiful Costa Rica and its people! One driver will pick you up at the hotel and take you straight to the Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO). In Costa Rica, you must be at the airport 3 hours before the departure time.
Meals: breakfast.
What's Included
Accommodation
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson (3*) Arenal Country Inn Hotel (3*) Arenal Montechiari Hotel (3*) Monteverde Country Lodge (3*)
Meals
Breakfasts: 4, Lunches: 0, Dinners: 1
Vegetarian options are available on all meals throughout the adventure.
Vegetarian options availableLocal Guide
GuidedThis adventure is led by a local guide throughout. The main language of this adventure is English. Please contact us for other languages available.
Wifi
Wifi is available during the adventure. In some areas and / or accommodation / transport Wifi may be free.
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Customer reviews & ratings
They are professional, attentive, and friendly. I filled out the form on the GWA website and received a reply after one day. We worked with Jean to develop a tailored 8-day itinerary in three places in Costa Rica. Jean provided professional advice on where to visit and what activities to do. GWA booked everything for us, including the hotel, transportation among cities, and tours. While we were in Costa Rica, Jean and Sofia were super responsive on WhatsApp to answer our questions and communicate with the tour providers. We are so glad we booked with GWA and had such a great time in Costa Rica. Highly recommend!!!!
Yutong Mar, 2023 VerifiedWe were able to customize a tour of Costa Rica in a few days. We were able to modify one of their available tours by adding additional days at Manuel Antonio and San Jose. Jean Carlos was our personal contact and helped us put together an experience we will never forget.
Ed Feb, 2023 Verified
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