Pavones, Southern Rainforest, and Arenal Volcano Tour
8 Days and 7 Nights
Enjoy the best of both worlds on this fun-filled adventure. Travel south of the Osa Peninsula to some of Costa Rica’s most secluded and un-crowded beaches, Pavones and Punta Banco. Explore the natural tide pools or take surf lessons along the Pacific shores near Panama. Or you may choose to join an optional yoga lessons in the jungle or by the ocean at Casa Marea Alta’s unique studio!
Nearby you can hike in the rainforest within the 800 acre Tiskita Biological Reserve and Tropical Fruit Farm, where wildlife is abundant including monkeys, sloths, iguanas, macaws and colorful butterflies and birds.
Mid-trip, fly back to San Jose and travel to north central Costa Rica near the town of La Fortuna, where Arenal Volcano rises majestically above the lowland plains surrounding it. You will enjoy a rainforest hike with amazing volcano views and a “zip line” tour during your stay in Arenal. Many optional activities are also possible during your free time to explore the “adventure capital” of Costa Rica!!
Highlights
- Costa Rica’s most secluded and un-crowded beaches
- Yoga lessons at Casa Marea Alta (optional)
- Surf lessons near Pavones, a world class break
- Arenal Volcano lava hike
- Canopy exploration
- Small groups
- Go with the best guides!
Itinerary
SAN JOSÉ
Bienvenidos!
Upon arrival to San José, Costa Rica a private transfer will be provided from the airport to your hotel in San José
If your timing allows you, my may enjoy dinner on your own at the hotel’s restaurant or venture out in the neighborhood and try the restaurant at Hotel Grano de Oro – one of the finest in the city – one block away.
SOUTHERN COSTA RICA
Early this morning you are transferred to the airport for your domestic flight from San José to Golfito (luggage restrictions apply).
Upon arrival, land transfer to Punta Banco de Pavones. The rest of the day is free to settle in to your hotel, Casa Marea Alta – the little sister of neighboring Tiskita Jungle Lodge.
Casa Marea Alta is located on the edge of protected rainforest and right in front of Punta Banco’s best beach breaks. Nestled in the southern part of Costa Rica, Casa Marea Alta offers adventure and relaxation in a remote location. Hosting multiple yoga, surfing, adventure & relaxing retreats year round.
INCLUDED
- Breakfast
SOUTHERN COSTA RICA
Today hike the rainforests trails within the 800 acre Tiskita Reserve and Tropical Fruit Farm, where wildlife is abundant. Cool off with a refreshing jump in the natural tide pools along the reserve.
Overnight at your hotel.
You may wonder in the streets of Punta Banco and try a small restaurant or soda for a more authentic meal.
Located on the beach and nestled at the bottom of protected jungle, Casa Marea Alta offers spacious ocean front rooms. Each room has a private bathroom, private entrance, shared hammock, and access to a shared fully-equipped kitchen.
The home is located 6 km south of Pavones and a less than 5 minute walk into the beach town of Punta Banco. With just a couple of steps out your front door, you will feel the sand between your toes and are able to watch and surf the uncrowded and amazing waves of Punta Banco.
If you’re a surfer, this is where you want to be. With multiple beach and reef breaks to choose from, there is always a wave you can catch and only a couple steps from your front door.
ACTIVITIES AND SERVICES
INCLUDED
- Breakfast
SOUTHERN COSTA RICA
Day at leisure in the Pavones area. Enjoy the local beaches or partake in an optional activity (at extra costa) such as horseback riding, surfing and yoga lessons.
Overnight at your hotel.
INCLUDED
- Breakfast
LA FORTUNA
This morning a land transfer back to the local airstrip in Golfito is provided.
Board your domestic flight back to San José (luggage restrictions apply). Upon arrival, land transfer to the Arenal Volcano.
Free Afternoon to explore La Fortuna or take an optional tour.
The main attraction for visitors in this region is Arenal Volcano which rises majestically some 3,000 feet above the surrounding plains. Arenal has occasional rumbles and small eruptions, and a constant emission of steam and other hot gases. It also produces nearly continuous flows of thick pasty lava known as “blocky lava” that breaks off in chunks and can be seen glowing bright cherry red on cloudless nights.
The volcano is Arenal Volcano National Park’s centerpiece and it is surrounded by a vast rainforest of several thousand acres which is home to parrots, parakeets, four types of toucans and nearly 400 other bird species, 3 species of monkeys, peccaries and more.
Overnight at your hotel
There are also activities that you can enjoy completely free, such as walks around the town, visit crystalline rivers or visit Lake Arenal, and if you rent a bike, you can take a ride through different towns near La Fortuna such as El Castillo or La Guaria.
Finally, your vacation in La Fortuna Costa Rica will not be complete, if you do not visit the Arenal Volcano Hot Springs.
Tonight, dinner is on your own. You may enjoy a quiet evening meal at the hotel overlooking the lush gardens and if you are lucky, take a glimpse of the majestic Arenal Volcano at night.
INCLUDED
- Breakfast
LA FORTUNA
Today enjoy the Mundo Aventura Zip line Tour where you will observe the Pino Blanco and La Fortuna Waterfalls, nestled close to the Arenal Volcano and Chato Mountain.
This adventure combination of Costa Rica has been designed for you to enjoy the very best of extreme adrenaline, nature and culture: AMA XTREME.
Enjoy a tractor ride into the jungle, climb up an 18 meter observation tower, cross 7 most extreme zipline cables including a hanging bridge. The spectacular views over the Pino Blanco & Fortuna Waterfalls, Arenal Volcano and the dormant Cerro Chato Volcano makes it an unforgettable experience for sure!
If time allows, you can visit the Maleku Culture Center and the Frog and Butterfly Garden for a self guided walk. Tour duration: 1.5- 2hrs. approx.
- Includes: Transportation, local guide and equipment. What to bring: Comfortable clothing, Walking (closed) Shoes, Sunscreen, Long light Pants and bug repellent.
This afternoon is on your own to further explore the many natural attractions of the Arenal Volcano and La Fortuna.
Tonight, dinner is on your own. You may enjoy a quiet evening meal at the hotel overlooking the lush gardens and if you are lucky, take a glimpse of the majestic Arenal Volcano at night.
ACTIVITIES AND SERVICES
Arenal Mundo Aventura Canopy Zip Line Tours
INCLUDED
- Breakfast
LA FORTUNA
This morning enjoy a guided walk to Arenal Volcano’s El Silencio Trail. This loop trail takes you through mature tertiary rainforest, scrambling over lava rocks from the volcanic explosion of 1968 and lets you appreciate spectacular views of Arenal Volcano and Lake.
The El Silencio property is a vast 555-acre (225 ha) reserve with over 247 acres (100 ha) of primary rainforest that includes many old growth trees including the Ceiba, Trumpet Tree, and Guarumo. The El Silencio Mirador also offers extraordinary views of the Arenal Volcano at the Mirador lookout.
El Silencio Mirador is located in the high risk zone because of its close proximity to the Arenal Volcano, it is an area where new construction is not permitted but for the last 40 years it has been a safe place to observe the volcano and admire the spectacular view.
This afternoon is on your own to further explore the many natural attractions of the Arenal Volcano and La Fortuna.
Tonight, dinner is on your own. You may enjoy a quiet evening meal at the hotel overlooking the lush gardens and if you are lucky, take a glimpse of the majestic Arenal Volcano at night.
ACTIVITIES AND SERVICES
INCLUDED
- Breakfast
END OF ITINERARY
Private return land transfer to San José International Airport.
End of services
INCLUDED
- Breakfast
