Arrive at San Jose Costa Rica’s Juan Santamaria International Airport. After passing through Immigration, one of our representatives will greet you at the airport. Look for a sign that has your unique identifier along with your name. After you submit your booking request you will receive a full itinerary along with in-country descriptions, including all airport and hotel transfer instructions included in your proposal.Board your chartered flight to Tortuguero for a two-night stay at Tortuga Lodge.

Originally intended to protect a major nesting beach of the Atlantic Green Sea Turtle, Tortuguero National Park now protects 51,870 acres, one of the last large areas of tropical rainforest in Central America. Eleven habitats are found in the park. Many of Costa Rica animals live there such as the three species of monkeys (Spider, Howler and White-faced), Three-toed sloths and river otters are frequently seen along the natural inland waterways and canals. Caiman, iguanas, river turtles, Basilisk Lizards and Poison Dart (Dendrobates) frogs inhabit the area, along with more than 320 species of birds including all 6 species of kingfishers found in the new world, 3 species of toucans, 8 species of parrots and other neotropical species such as the Slaty-tailed Trogon, White-collared Manakin, Purple-throated Fruit Crow, and White-fronted Nun Bird. Overnight at Tortuga Lodge (deluxe room).

After breakfast explore the creeks of Tortuguero National Park by boat with your local guide to observe wildlife and flora. Return for lunch at Tortuga Lodge. In the afternoon depart for another boat trip. Overnight Tortuga Lodge (deluxe room).

After breakfast at the hotel, cross the river to the Tortuguero Airstrip, where you’ll board a Costa Rica Adventure Vacation chartered flight to San Jose. Upon arrival, a Costa Rica Adventure Vacation van and Spanish-speaking driver will be waiting to take you on a 3 -hour drive to Arenal. Late afternoon visit to the Hidalgo Family Hot Springs. We first met the Hidalgo Family in 2000 when we were looking for an alternative to the mass tourism overcrowded hot springs in Arenal. At that time they were reluctant to open up their family farm to visitors. Finally they agreed to try it by appointment only. They found, perhaps to their surprise, that they enjoyed having foreign guests on this basis and have now added changing rooms and a restaurant. Although they no longer provide the private experience once did, the Hidalgo Family Hot springs is still not nearly as crowded as others in Arenal. The springs consist of five free-flowing pools set in a natural river gorge. Water temperatures range from 100F (38C) to 109F (43C) depending on the pool. A Costa Rican home-style meal in the restaurant, modeled after the first house that Don Manuel and Doa Hortemida Hidalgo built when they settled on the farm in 1940, is a highlight of the visit. Overnight at the Lost Iguana Resort (standard deluxe room).

In the morning you will be met by a local guide for your walk through the Arenal Hanging Bridges, a project that consists of eight fixed bridges, ranging in length between 8 and 22 meters, and six hanging bridges, built with the latest techniques and designed with an eye for both beauty and safety. The project was designed to blend with the natural environment, leaving the forest virtually intact. The trails, covering a distance of about 3.1 km, are right inside the forest. As you walk, you will observe a great diversity of flowers and wildlife that are typical of the rainforest as well as imposing views of the Volcano (weather permitting). Overnight at The Lost Iguana Resort (standard deluxe room).

Transfer to Arenal Dam to catch you boat transfer across the lake (15-30 minutes depending on wind conditions). The boat will dock at Rio Chiquito, where you will board an air-conditioned van for a 2 hour drive to your hotel in Monteverde. Rest of the day free to explore the trails surrounding the lodge. Overnight at Monteverde Lodge.

Join a morning, guided excursion (of up to 10 people) in the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve. Originally just 4,000 acres, the Monteverde Reserve now protects an area of 25,000 acres, comprising six different life zones. So many habitats in such a small area, along with extensive trail improvements, allow visitors to enjoy a rich diversity of flora and fauna with relatively little and easy walking. Return to your hotel at mid-day. Afternoon at leisure. Optional activities are available at an additional cost. Overnight at Monteverde Lodge.

Today a Costa Rica Adventure Vacation mini van and Spanish-speaking driver will meet you in the hotel lobby for the drive to the Manuel Antonio (approx. 5 hours). Overnight at Tulemar Bungalows (premium room).

Morning private hike in Manuel Antonio National Park. Although Manuel Antonio has been affected by uncontrolled visitation, an early morning trail walk will allow you to spot Squirrel Monkeys, Three-toed Sloths and Agoutis. Among the 350 avian species reported from within the park and the adjacent off-shore waters are the Brown Booby, Fiery-billed Araari, Olivaceous Piculet, Green Honeycreeper, and Golden-hooded Tanager. Remainder of the day free. Overnight at Tulemar Bungalows (premium room).

Transfer to the international airport, arriving two hours before your flight's scheduled departure.

Transportation to the Quepos Airstrip is provided by our representative in the area. Board a Costa Rica Adventure Vacation chartered flight to San Jose (individual seat in flight). Upon arrival, you will be transferred to the proper terminal for your departure, arriving at least two hours prior to your flight’s scheduled departure.