Luxury Costa Rica

Day 1: Arrive San José, Costa Rica

Welcome to Costa Rica! On arrival in San José, you will be met at the airport and take a private transfer to your lodge in Bajos del Toro (approximately 1 hour 45 minutes).

Nestled in Costa Rica’s central highlands, El Silencio Lodge & Spa is a sophisticated eco-lodge that is a gateway to the pristine tropical cloud forest. Suites offer mountain or river views and have a private outdoor heated whirlpool. The restaurant focuses on local cuisine made with ingredients sourced from its organic mini farm. Esencia Spa is a wellness sanctuary where you can enjoy the best of locally sourced natural healing ingredients in luxurious surroundings.

Days 2-3: Bajos del Toro

At your leisure to enjoy Bajos del Toro Amarillo, a small rural town in the province of Alajuela where you can experience the beautiful cloud forest, authentic local culture and a relaxing escape.
Meals included: Breakfast 

Day 4: Bajos del Toro to La Fortuna

Transfer by private vehicle today to your luxury lodge in La Fortuna in the northern region of Costa Rica (approximately 2 hours, 90km). This is where Arenal Volcano is located, as well as Arenal Lake, La Fortuna Waterfall and hot springs. Thrillseekers and nature lovers will love the range of adventures around Arenal.

Nayara Gardens is where laid back luxury and rainforest adventures meet. Enjoy the peace and quiet amongst lush tropical gardens. Each freestanding casita is surrounded by rainforest with a private outdoor shower and jacuzzi.
Meals included: Breakfast 

Day 5: Arenal Volcano

Today you will take a private guided hike around the Arenal Volcano area to see a great variety of flora and fauna species, the impacted craters and the lava slides of 1992. On clear days, you can enjoy incredible views of the impressive Arenal Volcano, Arenal lake, the Tilaran mountain range, and Cerro Chato. At the end of the hike, transfer to The Springs to relax and enjoy the different pools and mineral waters.
Meals included: Breakfast 

Day 6: La Fortuna / Arenal

Today enjoy a private excursion to Místico Hanging Bridges, located along the migration path of birds. The trails and bridges will bring you close to the birds, flowers and lush vegetation of the primary rainforest. This is a 250 ha. forest property made of paths and bridges and also has impressive views of the Arenal Volcano and the lake that feeds the largest hydroelectric plant in Costa Rica. Your walk is a fun educational way to learn more about the forest and the local environment and get up close with nature.
Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 7: La Fortuna to Turrialba

Leave the Arenal area, take a private transfer to Siquirres (approximately 2.5 hours, 130km) where you will get further off the beaten track and travel into your lodge by rafting the river (approximately 2.5 hours).  Pacuare Lodge is a unique wilderness lodge that combines nature, warm hospitality and conservation You will enjoy the sustainably constructed standalone rooms and the sounds of the rainforest that creates a blissful restful experience located on the banks of the Pacuare River. The Turrialba region is known worldwide for its rafting, and is also inhabited by an important indigenous group (Cabecar) with more than 250 archaeological sites and objects used by ancestors.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 8: Pacuare

Today is at your leisure to choose from included activities from the daily schedule at your lodge such as canopy tour, canyoning, birdwatching, waterfall hike, Cabecar indigenous hike, rural experience sustainability tour or The Loop naturalist and cultural walk. The lodge also has other activities available at at additional cost.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 9: Turrialba to San José

Depart via the Pacuare River by raft (approximately 4 hours), then take a private transfer from Siquirres to your boutique hotel in the heart San José (approximately 2.5 hours, 100km). The Hotel Grano de Oro is a converted former tropical Victorian mansion that combines the comfort of home with the amenities of a luxury hotel.
Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 10: San José to Golfo Dulce

Travel south today, take a private transfer to the domestic terminal and fly to Golfito (approx. 1 hr flight).  On arrival in Golfito you will take a scenic boat ride to get to your lodge in the heart of the rainforest in Golfo Dulce on the Osa Peninsula (approx. 45 mins).
Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner

Days 11-12: Golfo Dulce

Golfo Dulce on the Pacific Coast is a site of biological importance as it borders protected areas such as Corcovado and the Piedras Blancas National Parks. Your days here are free to explore the area as you wish.

Playa Cativo Eco Lodge is a boutique hideaway in a stunning location on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica.  This hidden gem with just 18 rooms is set amongst lush vegetation, exotic wildlife and a private beach.  This is a wonderful place to relax and unwind while surrounded by some of the most unspoiled and diverse rainforests in the world. This is a strikingly beautiful setting to bask in the peace, walk along the secluded beach, enjoy the calm ocean waters and feel the fresh forest breeze. During your stay you have access to kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, snorkeling equipment, morning mindful movement sessions, A guided introduction to the rainforest (1.5 hours) and access to hiking trails in the Golfo Dulce nature reserve.
Meals included: Breakfast

Day 13: Golfo Dulce to San José, Depart Costa Rica

Depart your ecolodge today by boat transfer from Golfo Dulce to Golfito (approx. 45 mins) where you will take a flight from Golfito to San José (approx. 1 hr flight).  On arrival, you will have a private transfer from the domestic terminal to Juan Santamaria International Airport for your departure flight from Costa Rica.
Meals included: Breakfast