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Braulio Carrillo National ParkPrivate transfer from San José Airport to Tapirus Lodge, a jungle lodge deep in Braulio Carrillo National Park (2 hrs).
🏨 Tapirus Lodge
Private transfer to Braulio Carrillo NP
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Grand Costa Rica: Jungle Lodge, Arenal, Monteverde & Manuel Antonio (10 Days)
A comprehensive ten-day grand tour spanning four distinct ecosystems: a rainforest jungle lodge in Braulio Carrillo, the Arenal volcano region, Monteverde's cloud forest and the Pa
10 days / 9 nights
Guided itinerary
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Tours + transport
Braulio Carrillo National ParkLa Fortuna/ArenalMonteverdeManuel Antonio
About this itinerary
A comprehensive ten-day grand tour spanning four distinct ecosystems: a rainforest jungle lodge in Braulio Carrillo, the Arenal volcano region, Monteverde's cloud forest and the Pacific beaches of Manuel Antonio. Deeply wildlife- and nature-focused, from jungle tram and night walks to sloth hikes, hot springs, coffee culture and ocean kayaking.
Package highlights
- Jungle Tram tour and guided Night Walk in Braulio Carrillo
- La Selva Biological Reserve hike and Sarapiquí River boat tour
- Sloth Quest Hike and hot-springs evening with dinner
- Arenal Volcano hike and Fortuna Waterfall visit
- Van-boat-van Arenal Lake crossing to Monteverde
- Monteverde Hanging Bridges and coffee tour
- Ocean kayaking and snorkeling in Manuel Antonio
Day-by-day itinerary
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Jungle Discovery
Braulio Carrillo National ParkMorning Jungle Tram tour, free afternoon on property trails, and an evening guided Night Walk.
🏨 Tapirus Lodge🍽️ Breakfast
Jungle Tram Tour
Free afternoon / trails
Night Walk
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To the Rainforest
La Fortuna/ArenalPrivate transfer to La Fortuna with a La Selva Biological Reserve hike and a boat tour on the Sarapiquí River en route.
🏨 Casa Luna Hotel🍽️ Breakfast
La Selva Biological Reserve Hike
Sarapiquí River Boat Tour
Private transfer to La Fortuna
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Sloths & Hot Springs
La Fortuna/ArenalFree morning, afternoon Sloth Quest Hike, then an evening hot-springs experience with dinner.
🏨 Casa Luna Hotel🍽️ Breakfast, Dinner
Free morning
Sloth Quest Hike
Hot Springs Experience
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Volcano & Waterfall
La Fortuna/ArenalArenal Volcano hike combined with a Fortuna Waterfall visit.
🏨 Casa Luna Hotel🍽️ Breakfast, Lunch
Volcano Hike
Fortuna Waterfall Visit
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Rainforest to Cloud Forest
MonteverdeVan-boat-van Arenal Lake crossing transfer to Monteverde.
🏨 Trapp Family Hotel🍽️ Breakfast
Arenal Lake Crossing to Monteverde
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Cloud Forest & Coffee
MonteverdeMorning Hanging Bridges hike; afternoon Coffee Tour experience.
🏨 Trapp Family Hotel🍽️ Breakfast
Hanging Bridges Hike
Coffee Tour Experience
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To the Pacific
Manuel AntonioPrivate transfer from Monteverde to Manuel Antonio, with an optional craft-market and crocodile-bridge stop.
🏨 Costa Verde🍽️ Breakfast
Private transfer to Manuel Antonio
Crocodile bridge stop
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Ocean Adventure
Manuel AntonioMorning ocean kayak and snorkel tour; free afternoon (Manuel Antonio NP, Biesanz beach, hotel facilities).
🏨 Costa Verde🍽️ Breakfast, Snack
Ocean Kayak & Snorkel
Free afternoon
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Pura Vida!
Manuel Antonio / San JoséEarly-morning private transfer from Manuel Antonio to San José Airport (breakfast box to go).
🍽️ Breakfast to go
Private transfer to San José Airport
What's included
- Private transfers between destinations
- Shared/guided activities
- Lodges and hotels with breakfast
- Some meals depending on activities
- Guides, equipment, water and park fees on tours
Not included
- International flights
- Meals not specified
- Tips
- Personal travel insurance
Based in La Fortuna since 2016
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Your adventure
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10 days / 9 nights · fully guided · transfers included
- Jungle Tram tour and guided Night Walk in Braulio Carrillo
- La Selva Biological Reserve hike and Sarapiquí River boat tour
- Sloth Quest Hike and hot-springs evening with dinner
- Arenal Volcano hike and Fortuna Waterfall visit
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