DepartureSan Jose

ReturnSan Jose

Min. travellers2

Booking periodNow till November 2026

Travel periodApril till November 2026

Good to know

Physical Rating: 2: Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.

Tour Highlights

Soak in the thermal hot springs of Arenal Volcano
Search for the elusive quetzal bird in the cloud forest
Watch the sunset over the Pacific
Learn about sugar cane and coffee production at a local plantation

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1 San José

Arrive at any time.

There are no activities planned until an evening welcome meeting.

Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don’t forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Day 2 San José - La Fortuna

Drive to Sarapiquí to visit the G Adventures-supported Mi Cafecito Community Coffee Plantation. Learn about the impact this project has had on the community and sample some of the products they sell. Continue on to the Arenal region and take advantage of a free afternoon and a full free day tomorrow to experience the adventure activities and natural wonders of the area. Enjoy an included relaxing soak in the local hot springs.

lunch

Day 3 La Fortuna

Free day in La Fortuna. Experience the outdoor adventures, amazing wildlife and natural wonders in this area. There are enough activities here to keep you busy all day long.

Spend the day getting your adrenaline pumping, viewing local wildlife, marveling at the Arenal Volcano and getting to know more about Costa Rica in La Fortuna. There are enough activities here to keep you busy all day long.

Day 4 La Fortuna - Monteverde

Travel by van and boat through the stunning Costa Rican scenery up into the cloud forest. Take an included guided night walk to learn about nocturnal life in the jungle firsthand.

Travel across Lake Arenal into the mountains and on to Monteverde Cloud Forest.

Arrive to spend time enjoying this nature-lover’s paradise.

Day 5 Monteverde

Enjoy a free day to explore the cloud forest region of Costa Rica. Opt to fly across canopy ziplines, walk across suspended bridges through the forest canopy, or go horseback riding in the hills.

Day 6 Monteverde - Quepos

Travel to Quepos, just outside Manuel Antonio National Park. Opt to visit the park or relax on the beach in this fun surf town. Enjoy a night out and perhaps learn how to salsa.

Travel to the Pacific Coast. Enjoy Quepos or opt to visit Manuel Antonio National Park. The park offers excellent hiking, spectacular views, and abundant wildlife viewing. The park boasts beautiful white-sand beaches and the warm turquoise water. Opt to swim, fish, kayak, surf or take a sailing trip.

Day 7 Quepos

Enjoy a free day to visit Manuel Antonio National Park, sail, snorkel or surf in the Pacific. Opt to kayak through mangroves or relax on the beach.

Day 8 Quepos - San José

Opt to chill at the beach in the morning before the journey back to the capital.

Day 9 San José

Depart at any time.

What's included

Included

8 nights’ accommodation
1 lunch
Your G for Good Moment: Mi Cafecito Coffee Cooperative Tour
Sarapiquí
Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
Your Wellness Moment: Hot Springs
Arenal Volcano
Your Discover Moment: La Fortuna
Your Discover Moment: Monteverde
Your Discover Moment: Quepos. Guided cloud forest night walk (Monteverde).
~ Transport between destinations and to/from included activities
~ All attractions as mention in tour

Not included

Travel insurance
International air ticket
Optional activities
Tipping
Others not mentioned

Prices & dates

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Your hotels

Hotel El Sesteo

★★★

San Jose 150 Metros Sur De Libreria Universal, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica

The wonderful 3-star Soluxe El Sesteo Hotel San Jose, located approximately a 20-minute walk from Museum of Costa Rican Art, offers a swimming pool, Wi-Fi in the rooms. Located about a 25-minute walk from such shopping venues as San Jose Central Market, this San Jose hotel has 38 rooms near a train station. The rooms of this San Jose property are fitted with a microwave, an electric kettle, and a fridge. A continental breakfast is available in the morning. Serving Mexican meals, Sabores de Mexico lies at a medium distance from the hotel. The property is situated about 10 km from Tobias Bolanos International airport and in the immediate vicinity of Salon de eventos Corazon De Jesus. Places of worship to visit at a distance of 2.5 km from the Soluxe El Sesteo San Jose include Iglesia Nuestra Senora de la Merced. The wonderful accommodation is also just a minute's drive from Metropolitan Park. A family vacation to San Jose will become more exciting if you visit Parque Diversiones lying at a distance of 4.6 km from Soluxe El Sesteo Hotel.

Hotel Eco Arenal

★★★

Fortuna 2 Km Norte del Banco Nacional (Fortuna-San Carlos), 21006 Fortuna, Costa Rica

Situated in Fortuna, 8 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Hotel Eco Arenal features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. Built in 1997, this 3-star hotel is within 7.1 km of Kalambu Hot Springs and 23 km of Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park. The hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool and a concierge service and free WiFi. Complete with a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, all rooms at the hotel have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms have a balcony. All units have a safety deposit box. Sky Adventures Arenal is 24 km from Hotel Eco Arenal, while Venado Caves is 27 km from the property. Fortuna Airport is 9 km away.

Historias Lodge

★★★

Costa Rica Cerro Plano De la Escuela Rafael Arguedas 50 metros Noroeste., 60109 Monteverde Costa Rica, Costa Rica

Featuring a patio with garden views, a garden and a terrace, Historias Lodge can be found in Monteverde Costa Rica, close to Monteverde Butterfly Gardens and 4.2 km from Treetopia Park. Boasting full-day security, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. The bed and breakfast also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. Overlooking the mountain, units in this bed and breakfast are accessible via private entrance and fitted with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bath and a hair dryer. Some units include a seating area and/or a balcony. At the bed and breakfast, every unit includes bed linen and towels. For guests with children, the bed and breakfast offers a baby safety gate. A bicycle rental service is available at Historias Lodge. Selvatura Adventure Park is 6.4 km from the accommodation, while Monteverde Ecological Sanctuary is less than 1 km from the property. Fortuna Airport is 85 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Hotel Le Priss

★★

Costa Rica 100 metros al norte de la iglesia católica de Quepos, 10102 Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

Offering an outdoor pool, Hotel Le Priss is located in Quepos. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with satellite TV and air conditioning. They also have a dining table. Private bathroom also comes with free toiletries. You can enjoy city view from the room. Extras include a desk, bed linen and cleaning products. At Hotel Le Priss you will find a terrace. Other facilities offered at the property include a tour desk. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including snorkelling. The property offers free parking. The hotel is 15 minutes’ drive from Manuel Antonio National Park and Juan Santamaría International Airport can be reached in 2 hours and 30 minutes by car.

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