15 days/14 nights
Private Tour
Guide Price €4,449 per person (based on 2 adults sharing)
Travel from the rugged coastline of the Pacific to the laidback Caribbean via scenic rivers and misty cloud forests on this wonderful tour showcasing Costa Rica’s diverse landscapes and wildlife.
- Extraordinary Osa Peninsula
- Stunning Marino Ballena National Park
- Thrilling white-water rafting on the Pacuare River
- Charming Puerto Viejo
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Itinerary
Day 1 San José
Upon arrival transfer to your hotel.
Day 2 San José to Osa Peninsula
Fly to Drake Bay and transfer to your jungle lodge to spend the next few days in the astoundingly beautiful and biodiverse Osa Peninsula.
Days 3-4 Osa Peninsula
Hike trails through the dense emerald jungle as you explore the stunning scenery and prolific wildlife of the Osa Peninsula. With two full days you will have the chance to truly immerse yourself in this unique environment.
Day 5 Osa Peninsula to Uvita
Travel to Uvita, located on the Pacific coast near the Marino Ballena National Park, where rainforest-clad mountains loom over secluded beaches. This spectacular national park plays an important role for a number of marine species who migrate here annually, including the humpback whale and Olive Ridley and Hawksbill turtles.
Day 6 Uvita
Take to the water and enjoy a whale and dolphin watching tour*. Look out for these magnificent and playful mammals as you cruise through Marino Ballena National Park.
Day 7 Uvita
Relax with a day at leisure. If you would like to explore further there are a number of experiences available in Uvita, or alternatively Manuel Antonio National Park is only a short drive away.
Day 8 Uvita to Turrialba
This morning drive to Turrialba, stopping en route in San Gerardo de Dota for a nature walk with an expert guide. This area is home to a wealth of flora and fauna, including the majestic resplendent quetzal.
Day 9 Turrialba to the Pacuare River
Transfer to the Pacuare River and embark on a rafting adventure. Paddle on grade II-III rapids past cascading waterfalls and exotic wildlife to reach your lodge deep in the rainforest.
Day 10 Pacuare River
Enjoy a day of activities at the lodge or simply relax and soak up the sights and sounds of the forest.
Day 11 Pacuare River to Puerto Viejo
Raft through dramatic canyons, along grade III-IV rapids back to the town of Siquirres. Then continue with a transfer to charming Puerto Viejo.
Day 12 Puerto Viejo
Visit the Bri Bri community to learn about the customs and traditions of the South Caribbean indigenous culture.
Days 13-14 Puerto Viejo
Enjoy a couple of days at leisure. Why not explore this area further and visit one of the national parks, or kayak and snorkel in the calm waters of the Caribbean Sea?
Day 15 Puerto Viejo to San José
Transfer to San José.
*Whales migrate to this area from Jul - Oct and Dec - Feb. Outside of these months explore the national park and search for a host of other marine life and birds.
Additional Options: With a spectacular location on the north coast of the Osa Peninsula, beautiful Drake Bay is close to both the lush jungle of the Corcovado National Park and the sparkling waters of the Caño Island Biological Marine Reserve. Stay in a charming lodge overlooking the bay and enjoy guided excursions to discover these natural gems. See more about the Osa Peninsula and places to stay, or ask your travel consultant for more details.
Ask us for details of upgraded accommodation options and private sightseeing.
Departs: Private touring is flexible – choose your ideal departure date, Jan – Dec.
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Price & Inclusions
- A combination of private & shared transfers/sightseeing excursions
- Flight as detailed
- 12 nights 3★ to 3★+ hotel accommodation & 2 nights simple river lodge
- 14 breakfasts, 7 lunches & 5 dinners
- International flights
We negotiate new offers daily from discounted flights, tours and vehicle hire to free upgrades, added value and unique inclusions. Please call for our latest offers.
The tour itinerary, inclusions and departures are based on travel from 01/11/2024 to 31/10/2025. Guide prices are based on twn/dbl share, are subject to availability and may vary by departure date. For travel outside of these dates, the itinerary and inclusions may vary to that shown above - please ask for details.Offers are subject to availability and restrictions may apply.
Flights
As we can offer you such a flexible choice of flights, we don't include international airfares with our tour prices. The price you pay will be determined by the time of year you travel, your departure airport, airline and availability.
Your Trailfinders Travel Consultant will be able to find the best flights to suit you and your choice of tour. Contact us for our latest flight offers or take a look at our flights pages for a general idea of prices.
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