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During 8 active days, you’ll hike, bike and raft through the rainforests of Costa Rica. Walk the hanging bridge of Monteverde, enjoy a swim under the waterfalls, witness the majestic simering volcanoes and see the true meaning of Pura Vida! Let your professional guide take you to the most picturesque locations of Central America and encounter various endemic flora and fauna species!
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Once you land in San Jose, your guide will meet you at the airport and drive you to your overnight accommodation in San Jose. Relax and prepare for the next week of adventure!
Accommodation: Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
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The adventure begins! Some of Costa Rica’s most spectacular scenery is along the foothills of the Irazú and Turrialba volcanoes, to the upper gateway to the raging Pacuare River. After lunch at the riverbank, get into rafts and paddle through pristine rainforest and canyons dotted with deafening waterfalls. By afternoon, you’ll arrive at your comfortable riverside camp, El Nido del Tigre. Wander off and explore this lush environment, looking out for toucans, boas and sloths, or relax in a hammock to the sounds of the nearby river.
Rafting: 10km/6mi
Rafting class: II-III
Accommodation: Pacuare River Lodge or El Nido del Tigre
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The Pacuare River will carry you through river-carved canyons and cascading waterfalls. Maneuver through the rapids and in gentler sections, enjoy the rainforest at the river’s edge. Along the way, hike to the waterfalls, jump in to swim in the calmer parts of the river and have lunch on the shore. Afterward, drive to the small town of La Fortuna, with Arenal Volcano right in front of you. There are plenty of great and interesting food options in Fortuna. In the evening, relax with your group in the hotel and enjoy the sounds of Costa Rica.
Rafting: 25km/16mi
Rafting class: III-IV
Accommodation: Hotel San Bosco
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In the morning, spend 2 hours walking the Arenal hanging bridges with wonderful panoramic views of the Arenal volcano and lake Arenal, then continue to the breathtaking Rio Fortuna waterfall. The fall drops 120ft/ 35m into a large natural swimming pool. The hike down is steep and full of spectacular flora and fauna. Spend the afternoon on your own: explore the town of La Fortuna, relax in your hotel, or go on one of the optional tours. In the evening, go to one of Arenal’s famous hot springs and have dinner by the waterside.
Hiking: 2 hours
Accommodation: Hotel San Bosco
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It takes about 4-5 hours to get from La Fortuna to Quepos and Manuel Antonio National Park. The Pacific Coast of Costa Rica is a treasure chest of natural beauty where rainforest meets the beach and the sea. You will often hear the local monkeys (howlers, white-faced and squirrel are the most common in the area) and see iguanas and land crabs. This area is well developed for tourism, with numerous options for food and beach-related adventures, from snorkeling to deep-sea fishing, porpoise tours to mangrove nature trips. Talk with your guides to arrange any extra activities or reserve you spot upon booking.
Driving: 5 hours
Accommodations: Local 4-star hotel
Meals: Breakfast
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Spend the morning on your own and explore the area before returning to your hotel in San Jose, about 3 hours away. Spend your last evening taking in the sights and sounds of San Jose.
Driving: 3 hours
Accommodation: Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
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Your driver will pick you up after breakfast and take you to the airport. Say goodbye to your group and guides, take a few last photos and head back home!
Meals: Breakfast
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Zipline
3 hours for $85, lunch included
Feel the adrenaline of zipping through a tropical forest on a series of 14 suspension platforms high above the forest floor! Spend about 45 minutes zipping on a pulley along with the cables, moving from platform to platform using nothing but gravity.Ocean kayaking and snorkeling
4 hours for $69, lunch included
Paddle past islands and inlets where you see numerous marine aviary species and their nesting grounds. You’ll stop at a hidden bay to rest and enjoy a snack. Take advantage of the break to snorkel on Bisanz beach. You are likely to spot parrotfish, starfish, angelfish and if you are lucky, a sea turtle or two!Islas Damas mangrove kayaking
4 hours for $85, lunch or dinner included
Kayak on protected inland waterways, the perfect place to explore coastal mangroves in search of wildlife such as caimans, crocodiles, boas, white-faced monkeys, and much more.Isla Damas mangrove boat trip
4 hours for $90, lunch or dinner included
Don’t miss out on Isla Damas just because you don’t want to kayak. Treat yourself to boating the estuary with a guide showing you this unique ecosystem and its wildlife—caimans, sloths, crocodiles, boas, white-face monkeys, and more!Educational tour of Manuel Antonio National Park
2 1/2 hours for $74
Get the most out of your visit to Manuel Antonio National Park with an experienced naturalist guide. Learn about the history, flora, fauna, bugs, and wildlife. The tour includes snacks and refreshments.Catamaran and snorkeling adventure
4 hours for $89, lunch or dinner included
The Ocean King catamaran is brand new and it has all the amenities. On board, you have snacks, alcoholic beverages, and unlimited soft and natural drinks. Enjoy the dolphin watching and snorkeling as well.
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What you get on this adventure:
- An experienced bilingual hiking guide with extensive knowledge of the area
- Eight days of hiking and adventure
- Accommodation as in the itinerary (hotels and campsites)
- Transportation during the hike
- Airport transfers
- Meals where indicated
- Group equipment (rafts, camping gear, etc.)
- Equipment for camping in tents on Day 2 (sleeping pad, sleeping bag, etc.)
Meals: Eating is one of the wonderful experiences when traveling in Costa Rica. Included meals are a combination of restaurants, local food and delicious meals prepared by the tour guides. Rough costs for meals not included in the adventure are $10 to $12 for lunch and $12 to $20 for dinner.
Gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, and vegetarian diets will be accommodated at no additional cost. Make sure to notify your guides about any allergies or special dietary requirements in advance.
All Coast to Coast Adventures’ guides have First AID, CPR and Swiftwater Rescue and Head Guides
have Wilderness First Responder.What’s not included:
- Transportation to Costa Rica
- All meals not indicated in the itinerary
- Personal equipment
- Departure tax ($29)
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Beginner Costa Rica Multisport Tours are designed for everyone! You have to have a healthy spirit of adventure and good general fitness. There are no specific requirements for whitewater rafting but you will fully participate in paddling.
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Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:
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- Backpack large enough to carry all the items listed (around a 65L bag)
- Daypack (approx. 20-35 L) with a rain cover
- Hiking poles — optional
- Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity)
- Lightweight adventure shoes or hiking boots
- Sandals with snug straps (Teva type)
- Camp shoes, sandals
- Lightweight fast drying hiking socks
- Water and wind-proof jacket or poncho with hood
- Medium weight wool jumper or sweater
- T-shirts
- Short sleeve and light colored long sleeve for sun protection
- Lightweight thermal underwear top
- Lightweight comfortable pants
- Shorts (quick dry)
- Lightweight rain pants
- Sun/rain hat with brim (preferably 360˚ brim)
- Bandana
- Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.)
- Travel towel
- Gallon and quart size Ziploc bags
- Headlamp or flashlight
- First aid kit — plasters for damaged feet are recommended
- Sunglasses
- Chargers and batteries
- Camera — optional (but recommended)
Due to the terrain, it’s recommended to bring good quality mountain gear. Your guides will contact you about any additional equipment at the time of contracting the trip.
Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season.
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Eating is one of the wonderful experiences when traveling in Costa Rica. Included meals are a combination of restaurants, local food and delicious meals prepared by the tour guides. Rough costs for meals not included in the adventure are $10 to $12 for lunch and $12 to $20 for dinner.
Gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, and vegetarian diets will be accommodated at no additional cost. Make sure to notify your guides about any allergies or special dietary requirements in advance.
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Group sizes and prices:
- For this adventure, the max client-to-guide ratio is 12:1. The cost does not decrease as the group grows.
- It takes a minimum of 4 people for tours to operate.
- Private tours and custom dates are available on request with a minimum of 4 people.
Hiking in Costa Rica can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements:
- If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
- Minors older than 16 may be permitted to join the hike on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian. The minimum age for rafting on the Pacuare River is 12.
If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
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To get to Costa Rica, most people fly into Juan Santamaria International Airport in San José. Your guide will then pick you up at the airport at a pre-arranged time and take you on your tour. On the final day of your adventure, your guide will also transport you back to the airport.
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Tours are scheduled to fit with the seasons and ideal hiking conditions. When the weather does not cooperate, your guide will know the correct course of action to take. Whether that’s shifting to a more favorable location or postponing until conditions approve, your guide will know just what to do. In Costa Rica, there are plenty of backup options for rainy days. In the event of predictably bad weather, you will be contacted prior to the trip to discuss suitable alternatives.
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Your guides require all clients have valid Travel Insurance.
We highly recommended that you cover all your bases with both emergency medical and travel insurance. With medical insurance, if you have an accident or medical emergency on or off the mountain, you’ll avoid paying out of pocket for costly expenses. This covers everything from hospital treatments to emergency air transportation and more.
As we’ve recently seen, travel plans can be abruptly halted, so it’s a good idea to purchase travel insurance that covers cancelled flights, natural disasters and other scenarios that may interrupt your travel plans. For peace of mind, we suggest you consider both options of insurance.
If you need assistance selecting the right insurance for your group, let us know and we will be happy to help!
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