Alajuela Trip Overview
Costa Rica may be small, but this country is full of striking coastlines, mountains, rivers, waterfalls, volcanoes, and rainforests—making it the perfect destination for outdoor adventurers and adrenaline junkies.
Additional Info
Duration: 8 days
Starts: Alajuela, Costa Rica
Trip Category: Outdoor Activities >> 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Alajuela, Provincia de Alajuela, Costa Rica
Costa Rica may be small, but this country is full of striking coastlines, mountains, rivers, waterfalls, volcanoes, and rainforests—making it the perfect destination for outdoor adventurers and adrenaline junkies.
Itinerary
Day 1: San Jose, Costa Rica
Pass By: Costa Rica’s National Stadium, C. 68, Nunciatura, San José, Costa Rica
This day we will meet you at the San Jose International Airport, welcome you and transfer you to your Hotel in the city
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Accommodation at Wyndham Escazu Hotel or similar
Day 2: San Jose to Arenal Volcano
Stop At: Arenal Volcano National Park 21007 Costa Rica
This is one of the most popular tours we offer. This tour shows the best of both worlds, in terms of the raw untamed beauty of the imposing Arenal Volcano, which is juxtaposed against the lush and soothing thermal waters .All this, set against a backdrop of lush vegetation and breathtaking views of the nearly perfect conical shaped lines of the volcano.
Enroute to the Arenal Volcano, we will stop at the famous town of Sarchi, known as the birthplace of Costa Rica’s Artisans. In Sarchi, you will be able to appreciate many of the art crafts and souvenirs that Costa Rica has to offer. Also you will see the world’s largest ox cart according to the Guinness Book. The cart is 2 stories high, nearly 45 feet long (14 meters) and weighs 4400 lbs. (2 tons), and took 70 days to complete. Made out of wood (cedar) and decorated with bright colors, designed based on our typical and traditional oxcarts.
The journey will then continue, traversing diverse plantations with agricultural products, including pineapple and plantain farms, mango groves, ornamental plants and even cattle ranches until arriving to the small town of La Fortuna, and stopping to enjoy lunch at a cozy restaurant with a magnificent view of the volcano.
The impressive Arenal Volcano is a magnificent natural wonder that is situated in La Fortuna (The Fortune) of San Carlos, previously assumed to be dormant, until in 1968, when it experienced a major eruption. Now is visited by tourist from all around the world hoping for the opportunity to witness volcanic activity, such as the white plumes of smoke that emanate from the conical shaped behemoth.
Then you will go on to relax at one of the best hot springs in the area where you will revel in the cleansing and rejuvenating effects of the thermal waters, as well as an optional massage or other special treatment, if you choose, that must be reserved ahead of time to ensure availability. Spa treatments are not included and are payable directly at the resort.
The Hot springs resort combines the four elements of nature; the heat of the volcano, the flowing waters of the hot springs, the pure air of the rainforest, and the fertile earth of the Fortuna de San Carlos Region.
There are five main springs source highly mineralized water that is heated underground by the Arenal Volcano’s magma. You will find dozens of cascading waterfalls and warm pools along the riverbed, of varying temperatures, water flows and degree of privacy.
An essential part of exploring the wondrous world of the Hot Springs is soaking in the cascading thermal waterfalls. This natural hydrotherapy is a surefire way to achieve proper relaxation. The river-pool temperatures range from 72 to 105 degrees Fahrenheit.
Duration: 10 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Included at the Hotel
• Lunch: Included in route
• Dinner: Included at the Hot springs resort
Accommodation included: Accommodation at Montaña de Fuego Hotel or similar
Day 3: Arenal Volcano Adventure
Stop At: La Fortuna Waterfall, Arenal Volcano National Park, La Fortuna de San Carlos 106-4417 Costa Rica
An authentic adventure in the jungle that is full of adrenaline and in harmony with the environment.
A 3 km (2 mile) zip line adventure trail takes you to the Pino Blanco waterfall, surrounded by canyons up to 120 meters high (360 feet). The Arenal Volcano and Cerro Chato will be waiting for you.
Enjoy the only zip line excursion that allows you to fly over La Fortuna waterfall, through a cable of 980 meters (more than ½ mile!), At a spectacular height.
After the zip line adventure, you will visit the Villaku Indigenous Cultural Rescue Center.
When we finish learning about the Maleku culture, we will ride back to the reception point, where we can admire nature up close.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Included at the Hotel
• Lunch: Included in the tour
Accommodation included: Accommodation at Montaña de Fuego Hotel or similar
Day 4: Arenal to Manuel Antonio
Stop At: Playa Manuel Antonio, Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio, 6 kms south of Quepos, Manuel Antonio 195-6350 Costa Rica
This morning, we will pick you up at your Hotel in Arenal and transfer you to Manuel Antonio National park / beaches
Duration: 5 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Included at the Hotel
Accommodation included: Accommodation at Karahe / Byblos Hotel or similar
Day 5: Manuel Antonio Beach
Stop At: Playa Manuel Antonio, Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio, 6 kms south of Quepos, Manuel Antonio 195-6350 Costa Rica
Manuel Antonio National Park is a natural conservation area located on the central Pacific coast of Costa Rica, in the canton of Quepos, province of Puntarenas.
Manuel Antonio was selected by the magazine Forbes in 2011 among the list of the 12 most beautiful parks in the world
This park has one of the most impressive landscapes of Costa Rica and the world, has several inlets with multiple white sand beaches and lush foliage in the middle of large mountains and forests that reach the beaches, is in the forest life zone tropical wet.
It has a great terrestrial and marine biodiversity with wonderful coral reefs.
Due to its excellent climate and scenic beauty, it is visited by a large amount of national and international tourism, for which it is currently developing an adequate infrastructure, with emphasis on harmony with nature, quality but mimicked with this to reduce the visual impact and under strict environmental protection regulations
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Included at the Hotel
Accommodation included: Accommodation at Karahe, Byblos Hotel or similar
Day 6: Manuel Antonio
Stop At: Playa Manuel Antonio, Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio, 6 kms south of Quepos, Manuel Antonio 195-6350 Costa Rica
Free day to enjoy the beach, the park or relax at the facilities of the Hotel
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Included at the Hotel
Accommodation included: Accommodation at Karahe, Byblos Hotel or similar
Day 7: Manuel Antonio to San Jose
Stop At: Kiosco San Jose, Calle 7, Avenida 11, Barrio Amon, San Jose Costa Rica
Free morning in your own
In the afternoon at the agreed time , you will be picked up at your Hotel in Manuel Antonio and transferred to San Jose City
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Included at the Hotel
Accommodation included: Accommodation at Wyndham Escazu Hotel or similar (superior Hotel)
Day 8: San Jose International Airport
Pass By: Plaza Real Alajuela, East of the Mcdonald’s of the Tropicana 250m 250m East of the Mcdonald’s of the Tropicana, Alajuela 20101 Costa Rica
At the agreed time, you will be picked up at your Hotel in the city and transferred to the San Jose International Airport for your flight back home
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Included at the Hotel
No accommodation included on this day.
