6-Day Costa Rica Relaxing nature Package: Volcanoes & Rainforest

Exclusive Thermal Hot Springs at Volcano Lodge – A Private Oasis Near Arenal Volcano

DAY BY DAY ITINERARY

DAY 1: Arrival in Costa Rica

Arrival in San Jose’s Juan Santamaria International Airport, where our driver will be waiting for you to transport you to the award-winning DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari hotel. Rest up to prep for tomorrow’s adventures or have a traditional dinner at one of the restaurants in the area

DAY 2: SAN JOSE / POAS VOLCANO / LA PAZ WATERFALL / ARENAL VOLCANO

After an early breakfast our driver will pick you up for drive to Poas Volcano and La Paz Waterfall Gardens for tour and lunch. U.S. News & World Report ranked this nature park among Costa Rica’s top attractions. Its residents include butterflies, jaguars, and other rare wildlife. Afterwards, continue the drive north towards Costa Rica’s Northern Plains and the awe inspiring Arenal Volcano to your Hotel: Volcano Lodge, Hotel & Thermal Experience and Escape to the exclusive thermal hot springs of Volcano Lodge, Hotel & Thermal Experience – a hidden gem in La Fortuna near the Arenal Volcano.

Unlike the crowded public springs in the area, our mineral-rich thermal pools are reserved only for hotel guests, offering a serene, intimate experience surrounded by lush tropical gardens and cascading waterfalls.

Relax in two distinct hot spring areas: One nestled beside the cold-water swimming pool for a refreshing contrast.
Another tucked away in a more social setting, featuring a swim-up bar, soft music, ambient lighting, and private soaking pools of varying temperatures.
Whether you’re seeking peace and solitude or a romantic spot to unwind, Volcano Lodge offers the best of Costa Rica’s hot spring experiences — minus the crowds. Meals included: B, L

DAY 3: ARENAL VOLCANO

Early morning pick up for a guided visit to the Arenal hanging bridges. The hanging bridges are between 48 and 98 meters long. All bridges are made of galvanized steel and high-strength aluminium. The trails covering a distance of about 2 miles, are right inside the forest. As you walk, you can appreciate a great diversity of flowers and wildlife that are typical of the rain forest as well as some imposing views of the volcano (weather permitting). There are 250 species of birds, including the white hawk, great curassow, rufous motmot, rufous-tailed jacamar, black-throated trogon, reptiles like the fer-de-lance snake, boa constrictor, basilisks lizard, glass frog, poison dart frog and amazing mammals like howler monkeys, spider monkeys, tyras, coatimunids, three-toed sloths, white-collared peccary. Over Night Volcano Lodge. Meals included; B

DAY 4: MANUEL ANTONIO

Shortly after breakfast we will pick you up at your hotel for drive to airport and 25 minute flight to Manuel Antonio. Manuel Antonio National Park is one of the most beautiful parks in the country and the most popular, with locals and foreigners alike. The hilly evergreen forest providing natural shade from the tropical sun lines two gorgeous white sand beaches sloping to the gentle surf. Several trails lead through dense jungle growth to hidden sandy coves and magnificent lookouts over the ocean and beaches. Upon arriving we’ll have time for a Kayaking / Snorkeling tour then afternoon free to enjoy the area and beach. Overnite at Hotel San Bada (or similar) Meals included: B

Day 5: MANUEL ANTONIO

After breakfast, pick up at your hotel for Guided hike to Manuel Antonio National Park then afternoon Zip line tour. Overnight Hotel San Bada
Meals included: B

Day 6: RETURN HOME

Early morning flight back to San Jose to connect with return flight home and the end to an unforgettable vacation!!!
Meals included: B

$1,980.00 per person based on double occupancy
(“Green” Season April 15 – Nov 30, 2026)

$2,275.00 per person based on double occupancy
(High Season Dec 1, 2026 - April 14, 2027)

Please inquire about pricing during Special Seasons
(Dec. 22, 2026 – January 3, 2027), (March 24 - April 1, 2027)

PACKAGE INCLUDES:

5 nights accommodations
Airport transfers
All taxes
All meals where indicated (B) breakfast, (L) lunch, (D) dinner
Round trip flight San Jose/Manuel Antonio/San Jose
One day white water rafting trip
Zip line tour
Sunset tour
Tour to Manuel Antonio National Park

PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
A) Personal expenses like liquor, laundry, phone calls, etc
B) Tips for your drivers and/or guides
C) International airfare.

NOTE: Local flights have a luggage limit of 25 pounds per person including the hand baggage