Transfer from Bocas del Toro to Puerto Viejo
You will be picked up at your accommodation/meeting point for your shuttle transfer to Puerto Viejo, where you'll be dropped off at your next accommodation/meeting point.

Transfer from Puerto Viejo to Tortuguero
You will be picked up at your accommodation/meeting point for your shuttle transfer to Tortuguero, where you'll be dropped off at your next accommodation/meeting point.

Opt to tour the town upon arrival or take an optional night walk to see a green sea turtle nesting site (seasonal).

Depart from San Jose to Tortuguero and start your activities (B/L/D)
After breakfast we will continue driving on the shuttle and then transfer to a boat for the final leg of the journey into Tortuguero National Park, a pristine nature reserve and an important nesting site for green sea turtles. Along the way we will provide you with a brief introduction to the banana plantations.
This afternoon you may go on an optional walking tour of the Museum and the town to learn about the local culture (not included). Depending on the season, tonight you can also participate in an optional night tour (not included), which consists of a boat trip to Tortuguero National Park followed by walking on the beach to observe the nesting of the Giant Green Sea Turtle (available only from July to October).
Overnight in Tortuguero.

Today, tour the park with a boat ride and walk through pristine nature. Return to San Jose in the afternoon, arriving around 3:30pm.

Tortuguero Boat Walking Tour - Boat and Shuttle to San Jose (B/L)
Rise early again this morning to go on a boat tour to visit some areas of the park and admire breathtaking nature. Return to your accommodation for breakfast and to pack up your belongings for check-out before taking your transfer back to San Jose at 9:00 hrs. Have lunch on the way (budget package does not include lunch) and arrive in San Jose around 15:30 hrs.

Transfer from Tortuguero to San Jose
You will be picked up at your accommodation/meeting point for your shuttle transfer to San Jose, where you'll be dropped off at your next accommodation/meeting point.

Unmask the beauty and culture of contemporary Costa Rican life on this San Jose walking tour that takes you through busy streets, bustling markets, and tranquil parks. Discover a side of this city that most tourists don't get to see, while indulging in typical cuisine and one of Costa Rica's most delectable exports – coffee.

On this San Jose tour you'll get up close and personal with Costa Rican life, through architecture, history, food, and more! Nothing could get you closer to authentic San Jose than strolling through the streets with a local as they show you the ins and outs of daily life. Take a wander through the city with us on this tour that takes typical San Jose and turns it into a local experience you'll never forget.
Your San Jose food tour starts with a morning pick-up point, where you can get to know your local guide and relax into your surroundings. From here you'll take a stroll through the park, enjoying the views of the Yellow House, or Foreign Ministry, as you go, and learning more about the park itself, which is the oldest in the city and also known as Expression Park. You'll visit a number of landmarks in this area, including the National Liquor Factory and the Metal Building, two 19th century buildings that play an important role in the history of San Jose. Your guide will give you all the local knowledge about what these landmarks mean to the city, and its citizens, giving you exclusive insights in what makes San Jose tick.
Your San Jose walking tour continues through Parque Nacional for yet another taste of San Jose's rich history, before you head back into contemporary Costa Rican life and towards the Central Market. While seeing the sights and architectural gems of San Jose will help you get to know the city better, on this tour you'll use another sense – taste – to get you even more in tune with San Jose.
There's no better place in San Jose to experience the local cuisine than the Central Market, a 120-year old building full to the brim with typical Costa Rican food and drink. Here you can sample local delicacies, learn about the herbs used in local medicines, or simply sip on your second rich and smooth Costa Rican coffee of the day. The Central Market is an experience that no visitor the San Jose should miss, and with a local guide by your side you'll unearth all the secrets behind this San Jose treasure.
The Central Market will be the last stop on this San Jose tour, and by the end you'll be full of local knowledge (and perhaps even some local lingo!), giving you the full San Jose experience that is sure to be a highlight of your time in this vibrant city.

Transfer from San Jose to Manuel Antonio
You will be picked up at your accommodation/meeting point for your shuttle transfer to Manuel Antonio, where you'll be dropped off at your next accommodation/meeting point.

Explore the tranquil white-sand beaches and turquoise coloured bays in this pristine national park. Hike through the mangrove swamps in the rainforest where you can spot monkeys, sloths, crabs, iguanas and over 180 bird species. Escape civilization for a day by lounging on a virgin beach and enjoying a picnic lunch.

Manuel Antonio is perhaps the most popular national park in all of Costa Rica, attracting more than 160,000 visitors annually to visit its tranquil white sand beaches and turquoise waters tucked away in mangrove swamps in the rainforest. Walking along the main trails that lead you through this majestic forest, you can see over 100 different types of animals, including white-faced monkeys, squirrel monkeys known locally as "mono titi", sloths, coatimundis and howler monkeys along with lizards, iguanas, crabs, marine life and over 180 bird species.
The Main Trail (1.3 miles) is the most popular and most frequented trail, taking you through a short loop of the park to the beaches. The Punta Catedral Trail takes you a bit further off the beaten track and out to the Cathedral Point for beautiful look out points. Visit the Playa Gemelas and Punto Escondido Beaches by following a trail of the same name for 1 mile and lastly for the most spectacular views of the park, take the Mirador Trail (a slightly more difficult trail a little less than a mile) to a beautiful overlook point. Enjoy the day wandering down endless trails into a naturally pristine refuge and feel that you are thousands of miles away from civilization.

Transfer from Manuel Antonio to Monteverde
You will be picked up at your accommodation/meeting point for your shuttle transfer to Monteverde, where you'll be dropped off at your next accommodation/meeting point.

Swing through the treetops on a zip line tour along 14 different cables and if you are lucky catch an awesome view of the Pacific Ocean and Lake Nicaragua on a clear day. Catch a glimpse of diverse and beautiful flora and fauna. Fly alongside wild quetzals and native birds on the 1 kilometer-long Superman Cable.

Monteverde is a paradise for adventure lovers. You will get your adrenaline running with one of the best Canopy tours (Zipline) of Costa Rica. Swing through the treetops on a zip line tour along 14 different cables. You will feel the excitement on the big Tarzan swing, the 30 meters rappel, the Superman Cable measuring 1 kilometre in length, and the Underground Superman Cable through a 175 meters long tunnel. During the tour, you will observe some beautiful views of the area from the 75-150 meters high cables. To reach the major heights, mix the extreme adventure together with the majestic forest and admire the rich natural beauty of the forest and its treasures. If you're lucky, catch an awesome view of the Pacific Ocean and Lake Nicaragua on a clear day. Observe over 100 species of mammals, over 400 species of birds (including 30 kinds of hummingbirds), tens of thousands of insect species and 2,500 species of plants (including 420 kinds of orchids) in one of Latin America's most outstanding wildlife reserves. Keep your eyes open to catch a glimpse of diverse and beautiful wildlife including the jaguar, ocelot, Baird's tapir, three-wattled bellbird, bare necked umbrella bird and the famous quetzal.

Transfer from Monteverde to San Juan del Sur
You will be picked up at your accommodation/meeting point for your shuttle transfer to San Juan del Sur, where you'll be dropped off at your next accommodation/meeting point.

Transfer from San Juan del Sur to San Jorge
You will be picked up at your accommodation/meeting point for your shuttle transfer to San Jorge, where you'll be dropped off at your next accommodation/meeting point.

Enjoy a free day to experience on your own

Enjoy a free day to experience on your own

Transfer from San Jorge to Granada, NI
You will be picked up at your accommodation/meeting point for your shuttle transfer to Granada, where you'll be dropped off at your next accommodation/meeting point.

Immerse yourself in the pristine natural environment of Lake Nicaragua with a boat tour to the islets. There you can visit a local village to see the laid-back way of life and observe playful monkeys while listening to the magical song of colorful birds with a local guide.

Start off the day at 03:00 pm with your knowledgeable local guide who will take you to the shore of Lake Nicaragua for a boat ride to see the Islets. Observe a wide variety of flora and fauna such as playful monkies and colorful birds that inhabit the jungle-covered islets in the lake. Enjoy the scenery and the serene atmosphere as you immerse yourself in nature in this beautiful pristine landscape. Return to your hostel at 06:00 pm and enjoy the rest of the afternoon to yourself to discover the colonial town of Granada.

Transfer from Granada, NI to Leon, NI
You will be picked up at your accommodation/meeting point for your shuttle transfer to Leon, where you'll be dropped off at your next accommodation/meeting point.

Embark on an adrenaline pumping adventure to Cerro Negro volcano where you will go boarding down the ashy slopes on a sled.

Depart from Leon in the morning for an exciting and breathtaking adventure to nearby Cerro Negro Volcano. Hop on a 4x4 vehicle to reach the base of the volcano and prepare for your hike up to make your ascent to the top. Take in the magical scenery and landscapes from the peak of the volcano that affords sweeping views of the lush surrounding forests and the multi-coloured active crater. Enjoy your ride down the slopes of the volcano on a sled that will bring you to the base of the volcano. Take a moment to catch your breath and relax in nature to recover. Share your photos of this unforgettable experience with your new friends as you make your way back to your hostel.

Transfer from Leon, NI to El Tunco
You will be picked up at your accommodation/meeting point for your shuttle transfer to El Tunco, where you'll be dropped off at your next accommodation/meeting point.