8-day itinerary
Whether you’re booking your trip independently or through a travel advisor, here are helpful ideas of what you may like to see and do to find the relaxation you seek.
day 1
arrive in san josé
Touch down at Juan Santamaría Airport. After your flight, make your way to your hotel, eat some great food and relax.
exploring san josé
dining in san josé
days 2-3
bajos del toro amarillo
Enjoy a retreat into the natural beauty of Bajos del Toro Amarillo. A stunning river and waterfall evoke peace, and trails through the exuberant forest allow you to connect with nature. Close by, you can discover Juan Castro Blanco National Park. This protected area sits in a wet, rainy climate that fuels its incredible ecosystem. Delight awaits you in a garden full of hummingbirds, and scenic trails guide you to another incredible waterfall.
visit the waterfall
walking in juan castro blanco national park
garden of hummingbirds
days 4-5
arenal volcano national park
Just outside of Fortuna, a soaring volcano dominates the landscape and a namesake lake just below. Conservation efforts keep this land pristine, so you can hike, kayak, fish or soak in one of the nearby hot springs.
walk in arenal volcano national park
canopy tour
relax in hot springs
days 6-7
nosara
Nosara is a famous location for surfing, yoga and some of the freshest fruit smoothies. Relax on the white-sand beaches or walk the footpaths with views of the ocean.
The Ostional Wildlife Refuge is nearby and Kemp’s ridley sea turtles, leatherback sea turtles and green sea turtles all use this site for nesting during September and October. Accredited guides can show you how to tour the region without interfering with the nesting process.
surfing at nosara beach
beach yoga
ostional wildlife refuge
day 8
departure from liberia airport
Head over to Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport to catch your departing flight and start planning your next trip to Costa Rica.
departure
