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Costa Rica: Monteverde and La Fortuna

7 days, San José to San José

Cloud forests, coffee plantations, and canyoneering — Costa Rica's best sights aren't just a lesson in alliteration but an opportunity to get up close and intimate with this land of natural wonders. You'll do just that on this seven-day tour with a visit to a sustainable farm, free time to explore the incredible cloud forest of Monteverde, and endless thrilling activities up for offer in the adrenaline capital of La Fortuna. With options for canyoneering, whitewater rafting, and waterfall jumping here, you can choose your own adventure.

7 days

San José to San José

From$1399USD
Valid on Sep 7 2024
Trip Code: CRSJ

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Cloud forests, coffee plantations, and canyoneering — Costa Rica's best sights aren't just a lesson in alliteration but an opportunity to get up close and intimate with this land of natural wonders. You'll do just that on this seven-day tour with a visit to a sustainable farm, free time to explore the incredible cloud forest of Monteverde, and endless thrilling activities up for offer in the adrenaline capital of La Fortuna. With options for canyoneering, whitewater rafting, and waterfall jumping here, you can choose your own adventure.

Is this tour for me?

Travel Style: Classic

All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.

Service Level: Upgraded

Quality accommodations and more inclusions than on other G Adventures tours, like meals, private transport, and activities.

Physical Rating: 2 - Light

Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.

Trip Type: Small Group

Small group experience; Max 16, avg 12

Age requirement: 12+

All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

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7 days

San José to San José

From$1399USD
Valid on Sep 7 2024
Trip Code: CRSJ

Need a flight? We can help.

Call us to book your flights! We'll find you the best option!

See how your trip uplifts communities

In a number of impactful ways, your adventure directly benefits the local people and places we visit.

Trees for Days

Help us spread love around the world — with trees! Together with Planeterra, we'll plant one tree in your name for every travel day.

Trees planted for this trip: 7

Ripple Score

Want to create ripples that change lives? The higher the Ripple Score percentage, the more money stays in the local communities you visit.

Ripple Score for this trip: 100

Map of the route for Costa Rica: Monteverde and La Fortuna

Places visited

Itinerary

Day 1San José

Arrive at any time.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your Welcome Moment Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group

Day 2San José/Monteverde

Drive along winding roads to the quaint town of Monteverde, surrounded by cloudforest. Enjoy free time in the afternoon to explore, and opt to fly across canopy ziplines, walk across suspended bridges through the forest canopy, or go horseback riding in the hills. Enjoy a G for Good farm experience and coffee tour.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your G for Good Moment Life Monteverde Experience

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 3Monteverde

Enjoy a free day to explore the cloud forest region of Costa Rica. Opt to take a guided walk in the cloud forest reserve, fly across canopy ziplines or walk atop the tree tops on the Hanging Bridges.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your Discover Moment

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 4Monteverde/La Fortuna

Travel by bus and boat through the stunning scenery to Costa Rica's adrenaline capital, La Fortuna, which boasts the stunning backdrop of Arenal Volcano. Enjoy free time on arrival and opt to visit the local hot springs in the evening.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 5La Fortuna

Enjoy a free day for optional activities such as whitewater rafting, waterfall rappelling, mountain biking, or paddleboarding and kayaking with Arenal Volcano as the backdrop. Spend the day getting your adrenaline pumping, viewing local wildlife, marvelling at the Arenal Volcano and getting to know more about Costa Rica in La Fortuna. There are enough activities here to keep you busy all day long.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your Discover Moment

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 6La Fortuna/San José

Soak up your last hours in La Fortuna before taking an late afternoon transfer back to the capital. Opt for a final night out in San Jose with your group.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 7San José

Depart at anytime.

Meals included:

Breakfast
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What's Included

  • Your G for Good Moment: Life Monteverde Experience, Monteverde
  • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Your Discover Moment: Monteverde
  • Your Discover Moment: La Fortuna
  • Free time in Monteverde and La Fortuna
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Accommodations

Hotels (6 nts).

Meals

6 breakfasts
Allow USD315-410 for meals not included.

Transportation

Private vehicle, boat, local bus, walking.

Staff & experts

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Available extras (Add these to your tour when you book)

Costa Rica Adrenaline Bundle - From $149.00

CANYONING (Half-day Arenal) Rappel, down-climb, river-trace, and descend huge waterfalls in the rugged mountains and lush rainforests around Costa Rica’s Arenal Volcano. ZIPLINING (Half-day Monteverde) Get a true bird’s-eye view of the rainforest canopy as you soar through the trees on a Tarzan swing, a giant rappel, and a 137-meter-high (450-foot) zipline. Please note the prices listed does not include the IVA Tax. Please note that passengers must weigh between 45-100kg (100 – 220 lbs) and be at least 130cm (4'3 ft) tall to participate in these activities.

Guided Cloud Forest Night Walk - From $30.00

Join a naturalist guide for a 1.5-2 hour tour in the cloud forest after dark. Learn more about the habits of the area's nocturnal wildlife including mammals, birds, insects, reptiles, and amphibians, and keep your eyes and ears open on this slow-paced walk. You never know what you might see – it depends on the day and your luck!

My Own Room - From $719.00

If you're travelling solo and would prefer to have your own private room throughout your trip, select this option during the online booking process.

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Costa Rica: Monteverde and La Fortuna

| 7 days - San José to San José - from $1399 USD