Costa Rica’s Northern Route Adventure

Touch down in San José and transfer to the Vara Blanca (1 hour 20 m) where you’ll check into the Poas Volcano Lodge. Vara Blanca is located between Poas Volcano and Barva Volcano in the Heredia Province of Costa Rica.

This morning you’ll check out of your hotel and wave goodbye to Vara Blanca as you get ready to enjoy a rendezvous with Costa Rica's natural wonders. Transfer from Poas Volcano Lodge to Natural Lodge Caño Negro which will be your base for exploring the incredible Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge in the coming days.

Today is all about immersing in the heart of one of Costa Rica’s most biodiverse and awe-inspiring ecosystems at the Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge. The adventure kicks off today with a wetlands boat tour in the morning, with the opportunity to spot an array of wildlife as you traverse the Rio Frio. In the evening, you’ll enjoy another tour of the conservation area before heading back to the lodge for another cozy sleep tucked away in nature.

This morning you’ll check out of the lodge and travel to the small town of Bijagua, nestled between the Miravalles and the Tenorio Volcanoes. This pristine jungle area is home to an array of tropical animal species and birdlife which you’ll have the chance to enjoy from the Tenorio lodge where you’ll be based for the next two nights.

On arrival, you’ll set out on a guided tour of the nature reserve, with the opportunity to spot green parrots, macaws, hummingbird, toucans and more!

Today you’ll witness the brilliant azure waters of the Rio Celeste waterfall, the result of a unique chemical reaction that occurs when the two rivers of Rio Buenavista and Quebrada Agria, meet and mix before your eyes. Today you’ll enjoy a guided hike and exploration of the cascading waterfall.

Rincon de la Vieja National Park is home to a dormant volcano, whose imposing presence creates a dramatic backdrop for your stay at the Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin, home for the next two nights.

Arrive at the Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin & Adventure Center and get ready to experience the magic of this wondrous natural area!

Today you can opt to explore the park on foot, or from the vantage point of the saddle on horseback! No matter how you opt to explore today, you’re sure to fall in love with the parks extensive network of trails, showcasing mesmerizing waterfalls, bubbling mud pots, and hot springs.

After several days of active adventures, it’s time to enjoy some R&R on the coast! Today you’ll check out of your hotel and transfer to Hotel Bosque del Mar Playa Hermosa on the stunning North Pacific Coast.

The Pacific Ocean is the ideal place for surfing, sailing, long walks on the beach, sandcastles and more! Enjoy today at your leisure.

Continue to soak up the balmy beach vibes in paradise today as you revel in yet another stunning day at Play Hermosa. Laze by the pool at your upscale hotel or hit the beach and wade in the Pacific.

Say goodbye this morning and check out of your hotel bound for Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO). Say goodbye to the Pura Vida, until next time!