Sample Journey

Costa Rica Complete

5 Destinations

From $2,388 per person

10 Days Experience

Overview

A best-selling itinerary that delivers Costa Rica’s most iconic landscapes in one seamless, high-impact journey — ideal for first-time visitors seeking wildlife, adventure, culture, and beach time.

  • Jungle boat safaris through Tortuguero’s Caribbean canals & village cultural encounters
  • Volcanic hot springs relaxation and waterfall hikes in Arenal
  • Night walks and adrenaline-filled ziplining in Monteverde’s cloud forest
  • Cultural immersion and wildlife hikes where rainforest meets the Pacific in Manuel Antonio
  • Tropical finale and smooth departure from Costa Rica

Who is it for?

Couples & families, nature lovers and first-time visitors to Costa Rica

Sustainability Highlight

Support community tourism initiatives guided activities

Journey Outline

Arrives to SJO

Day 1: Arrival

Day 1

After your arrival at Juan Santamaria International Airport, our staff members will be waiting for you to take you to the hotel in San Jose.

Day 2 & 3: Tortuguero

Day 2-3

Explore the Caribbean canals by boat, spotting monkeys, sloths, and tropical birds. Visit the local village for an authentic cultural touch.

Day 4 & 5: La Fortuna

Day 4-5

Relax in volcanic hot springs. Hike the Arenal 1968 trails and enjoy a waterfall experience.

Day 6 & 7: Monteverde

Day 6-7

Guided night walk in the cloud forest reserve. Adrenaline-filled ziplining adventure above the canopy.

Day 8 & 9: Manuel Antonio

Day 8-9

Authentic cultural immersion experience. Guided hike through the famous National Park where rainforest meets the Pacific.

Departure

Day 10

After breakfast, a shuttle will take you to the San José International Airport for your departure. Pura Vida!

Pricing & Inclusions

This sample itinerary is a short coast to coast escapade

Estimated Price

$2,388

/per person (double occupancy)

Final price may vary depending on travel dates and customization

Exclusions

  • International flights
  • Alcoholic beverages unless specified
  • Meals not detailed in the itinerary
  • Personal expenses of any kind
  • Transportation not specified
  • Gratuities for guides, drivers, porters, maids
  • Travel insurance
  • Any services not mentioned in the program

What our expert guide says

“Phenomenal trip! Horizontes planned a wonderful itinerary for our family of 5. We visited the Arenal Volcano, Monteverde, and Manuel Antonio. We are a nature-loving family, and we saw 190 species of birds in a week! Our guide, Jorge, was absolutely fantastic. He made our trip so incredibly special.”

– Diego Arias, Lead Naturalist Guide

20+ years guiding in Tortuguero, Arenal u0026 the Pacific Coast

Diego Arias

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