Description
Arrive in San Jose and spend two nights at Xandari Plantation, a unique boutique hotel with lots of Costa Rican flair overlooking the Central Valley, before beginning the adventure proper.
Head by road to a put-in point on the Pacuare River and travel by raft through spectacular jungle scenery down to Pacuare Lodge for 3 nights. This remote luxury lodge is a magical place for discovering the rainforest, and contains Costa Rica’s highest canopy walkway, as well as offering activities such as canyoning, horse riding and visits to some of the local indigenous Cabecar Indian communities. The lodge is lit by candles in the evening so is incredibly atmospheric and a fabulous destination for couples and honeymooners looking for a totally unique and memorable experience.
Return by an exhilarating raft to Siquirres before heading by road to Arenal home to the majestic volcano. Arenal Nayara is a wonderful property and the views are spectacular on a clear day. The hotel is a great base for a range of different excursions in the area such as rafting, canopy tours, horse riding, mountain biking and there are also some hot springs nearby.
From Arenal head to Santa Teresa on the Guanacaste coast for a relaxing 4 night stay at beautiful and exclusive Flor Blanca, an elegant and luxuriously appointed boutique hotel with fabulous service. It also offers yoga and indulgent spa treatments. If your thirst for adventure has not already been quenched, you can visit Tortuga Island for snorkelling, arrange a fishing charter, learn to surf, go zip-wiring, horse ride, go hiking and cycling or visit some of the nearby waterfalls.
Fly back to San Jose to connect with your flight home.
Guide price
£3,950
per person
£3,950 Per person based on two people sharing for 13 nights, including all flights, taxes, transfers, accommodation and full board at Pacuare Lodge, room only at Flor Blanca and with breakfast at other hotels.
Itinerary
| Stay | Location / Route | Overnight |
|---|
| 2 nights
| Fly to San Jose with British Airways / American Airlines | Xandari Plantation |
| 3 nights
| Travel by road and raft down river to Pacuare Lodge | Pacuare Lodge |
| 3 nights
| Raft to Siquirres and by road to Arenal | Arenal Nayara |
| 4 nights
| Drive to Santa Teresa | Flor Blanca |
| 1 night
| Fly to San Jose and fly home with British Airways / American Airlines | Overnight flight |
When to travel
The best time to visit is December to May
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Location and directions
Costa Rica
How to get there
15hr international flight to San Jose and 20min car transfer.
