Travel details
USD 2,175
/ per person
Note: The displayed price is the price at the time of application.
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Duration |
Departure in 2026/3 | 8 days |
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Participants |
4 person(s)（Adults 2 person(s)、Children 2 person(s)） |
Travel story
Landing on a quiet morning in the capital, the journey soon fades into deep green.
In the mist-shrouded forests of San Gerardo de Dota, footsteps search for the jade quetzal in the cold early morning air.
Crossing the highland páramo and descending the valley that opens between clouds and mountains, the blue of the Pacific eventually unfolds—the place where the legends of Drake Bay melt into the wind. Walk the dense rainforest of the Osa Peninsula, meet dolphins and sea turtles in the clear waters around Caña Island, and navigate the mangrove mazes by boat. Lying on the white sands of Manuel Antonio, you can hear the whispers of sloths and monkeys slipping through the trees. The aroma of coffee, the scent of damp earth, the rhythm of the waves—everything unites to awaken the senses in a poetic journey through Costa Rica's nature and history.
Signature points
Quetzal watching in the cloud-covered highlands
An awe-inspiring early morning experience meeting quetzals and vividly colored birds. Enjoy walks in mist-shrouded San Gerardo and grand mountain scenery while following a rich ecosystem.
Underwater world of Cayo Island and the Corcovado rainforest
Encounter colorful marine life while snorkeling or diving at Cayo Island. Encounters with dolphins and sea turtles are also possible. Additionally, explore Corcovado National Park—one of the world's most biodiverse areas—with local guides to observe wildlife such as tapirs and sloths.
Climax at Manuel Antonio!
In Manuel Antonio National Park, a roughly 2.5-hour trek offers opportunities to observe sloths and monkeys. The itinerary also allows for leisurely enjoyment of the park's beautiful beach scenery.
Itinerary
Arrival to San Jose
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Costarica - San José
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Transfer to your Hotel
Transfer from Juan Santamaria International Airport [SJO] to Parque del Lago Boutique Hotel
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(Self-arranged)
Welcome to Costa Rica
Welcome to Costa Rica, arrive and relax in San Juan, and prepare to continue with your trip
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Hotel Parque Del Lago San Jose
Travel to San Gerardo de Dota
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Breakfast
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Travel by Bus
Today, the journey begins as you travel into San Gerardo de Dota and its breathtaking beauty. One of Costa Rica's favorite bird-watching destinations. Nestled in the heart of the Talamanca Mountain Range and cradled by the Savegre River Valley, this lovely village is surrounded by lush oak tropical cloud forest and subalpine rain paramo-covered peaks. As you explore this idyllic setting, keep an eye out for the extraordinary Quetzal, a stunning bird known for its colorful plumage.
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Costarica - San Gerardo de Dota
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(Self-arranged)
Free time in San Gerardo de Dota
You will have free time to enjoy the beauty of San Gerardo de Dota
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Toucanet Lodge y Restaurante
Transfer from Dota to Rancho Corcovado
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Breakfast
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Transfer from lodge to dock
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Travel by Ferry/Boat
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Costarica - Drake Bay
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Quetzal Quest
First thing in the morning you will be going for a search for the spectacular, and one of the most beautiful birds in the Americas, the Quetzal. The morning begins early. You will meet your guide for a coffee before the hike begins at 6am. Since San Gerardo de Dota is home to a large population of this bird your guide will bring you along to try to spot them. It's a magical experience to see one of the male Quetzal with their metallic green plumage and steamer-like long feathers.
You will be back to the lodge to enjoy breakfast.
After breakfast you will continue south and leave the lush, misty cloud forests of Dota behind. You'll ascend into the subalpine paramo, where you'll be treated to sweeping views of rugged peaks and alpine meadows. Next, you'll descend into the lush, verdant rainforests of the lowlands and pass through the mangrove swamps of Sierpe before finally reaching the Pacific coastline. Along the way, you'll have the opportunity to take in the stunning vistas and enjoy the beauty of each unique ecosystem.
Finally, you will reach your next destination in Costa Rica, Drake Bay.
The legend tells that the bay was discovered by Sir Francis Drake during his journeys around the world in the 16th century, and that somewhere in this bay he hid his treasures. Even though one might not find gold and diamonds here, the area is truly home to some of Costa Rica's natural treasures.
Drake Bay is part of Osa and Corcovado National Park, and is the true dream destination for adventurers and nature explorers. The area was called the most Biological Diverse Region of Earth by National Geographic! Here you can hike through the deep and verdant jungle spotting birds and animals. Drift away on the never ending deserted beaches or merge with the ocean while snorkeling, diving, kayaking or dolphin watching. Drake bay is the land of adventures waiting to be discovered.
[English Guide]
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Rancho Corcovado Lodge
Caño Island Tour
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Breakfast
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Isla del Caño
Caño Island is a gem of the South Pacific of Costa Rica! Not only do the waters surrounding this island contain some of the most abundant and varied marine life in the world (sea diving), but the island also possesses several pre-Colombian archeological artifacts. Caño Island is believed to have once been a pirate hideout and some go as far as to claim that the island was the inspiration for Robert Stevenson's Treasure Island. The journey to the island will give you the opportunity to see dolphins, sometimes whales, sea turtles, rays and other animals!
[English Guide]
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Rancho Corcovado Lodge
Exploration of Corcovado National Park
-
Breakfast
-
Corcovado National Park Tour
Osa Península and Corcovado National Park is considered to be among the most biological intense areas in the world. If you like nature, your trip to Costa Rica must include Osa in the itinerary.
Sirena or San Pedrillo Stations are excellent spots to admire the huge biodiversity of Corcovado, and see animals like the tamandua, the tapir or the peccary. It is best when you go with a local guide, of course.
[English Guide]
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Lunch
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Rancho Corcovado Lodge
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：×
To Manuel Antonio National Park
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Breakfast
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Boat transfer to Manuel Antonio National Park
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Costarica - Manuel Antonio
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Mangrove Observation
Today the journey continues north, to Manuel Antonio National Park.
You will visit the Sierpe Mangrove, either on boat (recommended to move faster and cover more area) or kayak.
Nationally designated as a Forest Reserve in 1977 and registered as a Wetlands International RAMSAR site in 1995, the Sierpe Terraba Mangroves National Wetlands are located near the Osa Peninsula approximately 45 minutes south of Uvita – Bahia Ballena and encompass 30,654 ha. The wetland reserve is a bird and nature tour attraction and host an important habitat of many species of birds, fish, shellfish, mammals and reptiles.
[English Guide]
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Hotel Costa Verde
Manuel Antonio National Park Exploration
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Breakfast
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Manuel Antonio National Park Exploration
Today you visit the famous Manuel Antonio National Park, one of the most visited parks in Costa Rica. It is a unique protected Rainforest by some of the most amazing beaches of the Central Pacific. A naturalista guide will take you there to observe the abundant wildlife in its natural and breathtaking habitat. You will be able to spot sloths, racoons and some species of monkeys that travel through the tree canopy, playing with each other and searching for insects and tropical fruits to eat. You will also be able to see several types of reptiles and birds.
It is a 2 ½ - hour nature walk where you will have fun and learn.
[English Guide]
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Transfer to Alajuela
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Costarica - Alajuela
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Villa San Ignacio
Flight back home!
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Breakfast
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Transfer to San Jose Airport
A driver will transfer you to the airport.
Arrival to San Jose
-
Costarica - San José
-
Transfer to your Hotel
Transfer from Juan Santamaria International Airport [SJO] to Parque del Lago Boutique Hotel
-
(Self-arranged)
Welcome to Costa Rica
Welcome to Costa Rica, arrive and relax in San Juan, and prepare to continue with your trip
-
Hotel Parque Del Lago San Jose
Travel to San Gerardo de Dota
-
Breakfast
-
Travel by Bus
Today, the journey begins as you travel into San Gerardo de Dota and its breathtaking beauty. One of Costa Rica's favorite bird-watching destinations. Nestled in the heart of the Talamanca Mountain Range and cradled by the Savegre River Valley, this lovely village is surrounded by lush oak tropical cloud forest and subalpine rain paramo-covered peaks. As you explore this idyllic setting, keep an eye out for the extraordinary Quetzal, a stunning bird known for its colorful plumage.
-
Costarica - San Gerardo de Dota
-
(Self-arranged)
Free time in San Gerardo de Dota
You will have free time to enjoy the beauty of San Gerardo de Dota
-
Toucanet Lodge y Restaurante
Transfer from Dota to Rancho Corcovado
-
Breakfast
-
Transfer from lodge to dock
-
Travel by Ferry/Boat
-
Costarica - Drake Bay
-
Quetzal Quest
First thing in the morning you will be going for a search for the spectacular, and one of the most beautiful birds in the Americas, the Quetzal. The morning begins early. You will meet your guide for a coffee before the hike begins at 6am. Since San Gerardo de Dota is home to a large population of this bird your guide will bring you along to try to spot them. It's a magical experience to see one of the male Quetzal with their metallic green plumage and steamer-like long feathers.
You will be back to the lodge to enjoy breakfast.
After breakfast you will continue south and leave the lush, misty cloud forests of Dota behind. You'll ascend into the subalpine paramo, where you'll be treated to sweeping views of rugged peaks and alpine meadows. Next, you'll descend into the lush, verdant rainforests of the lowlands and pass through the mangrove swamps of Sierpe before finally reaching the Pacific coastline. Along the way, you'll have the opportunity to take in the stunning vistas and enjoy the beauty of each unique ecosystem.
Finally, you will reach your next destination in Costa Rica, Drake Bay.
The legend tells that the bay was discovered by Sir Francis Drake during his journeys around the world in the 16th century, and that somewhere in this bay he hid his treasures. Even though one might not find gold and diamonds here, the area is truly home to some of Costa Rica's natural treasures.
Drake Bay is part of Osa and Corcovado National Park, and is the true dream destination for adventurers and nature explorers. The area was called the most Biological Diverse Region of Earth by National Geographic! Here you can hike through the deep and verdant jungle spotting birds and animals. Drift away on the never ending deserted beaches or merge with the ocean while snorkeling, diving, kayaking or dolphin watching. Drake bay is the land of adventures waiting to be discovered.
[English Guide]
-
Rancho Corcovado Lodge
Caño Island Tour
-
Breakfast
-
Isla del Caño
Caño Island is a gem of the South Pacific of Costa Rica! Not only do the waters surrounding this island contain some of the most abundant and varied marine life in the world (sea diving), but the island also possesses several pre-Colombian archeological artifacts. Caño Island is believed to have once been a pirate hideout and some go as far as to claim that the island was the inspiration for Robert Stevenson's Treasure Island. The journey to the island will give you the opportunity to see dolphins, sometimes whales, sea turtles, rays and other animals!
[English Guide]
-
Rancho Corcovado Lodge
Exploration of Corcovado National Park
-
Breakfast
-
Corcovado National Park Tour
Osa Península and Corcovado National Park is considered to be among the most biological intense areas in the world. If you like nature, your trip to Costa Rica must include Osa in the itinerary.
Sirena or San Pedrillo Stations are excellent spots to admire the huge biodiversity of Corcovado, and see animals like the tamandua, the tapir or the peccary. It is best when you go with a local guide, of course.
[English Guide]
-
Lunch
-
Rancho Corcovado Lodge
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：×
To Manuel Antonio National Park
-
Breakfast
-
Boat transfer to Manuel Antonio National Park
-
Costarica - Manuel Antonio
-
Mangrove Observation
Today the journey continues north, to Manuel Antonio National Park.
You will visit the Sierpe Mangrove, either on boat (recommended to move faster and cover more area) or kayak.
Nationally designated as a Forest Reserve in 1977 and registered as a Wetlands International RAMSAR site in 1995, the Sierpe Terraba Mangroves National Wetlands are located near the Osa Peninsula approximately 45 minutes south of Uvita – Bahia Ballena and encompass 30,654 ha. The wetland reserve is a bird and nature tour attraction and host an important habitat of many species of birds, fish, shellfish, mammals and reptiles.
[English Guide]
-
Hotel Costa Verde
Manuel Antonio National Park Exploration
-
Breakfast
-
Manuel Antonio National Park Exploration
Today you visit the famous Manuel Antonio National Park, one of the most visited parks in Costa Rica. It is a unique protected Rainforest by some of the most amazing beaches of the Central Pacific. A naturalista guide will take you there to observe the abundant wildlife in its natural and breathtaking habitat. You will be able to spot sloths, racoons and some species of monkeys that travel through the tree canopy, playing with each other and searching for insects and tropical fruits to eat. You will also be able to see several types of reptiles and birds.
It is a 2 ½ - hour nature walk where you will have fun and learn.
[English Guide]
-
Transfer to Alajuela
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Costarica - Alajuela
-
Villa San Ignacio
Flight back home!
-
Breakfast
-
Transfer to San Jose Airport
A driver will transfer you to the airport.
Price Includes / excludes
Accommodation
As stated in the itinerary
Bus
As stated in the itinerary
Car
As stated in the itinerary
Ferry/Boat
As stated in the itinerary
Guide
As stated in the itinerary
Activity
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Meal
B/F：7 LUN：1 DIN：0
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Excludes (Others)
*Tips
*Extras
*Traveler insurance
Accommodation list
| 1 |
San Jose
Hotel Parque Del Lago San Jose
4person(s)
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| 2 |
San Gerardo of Dota
Toucanet Lodge y Restaurante
4person(s)
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| 3 |
Drake Bay
Rancho Corcovado Lodge
4person(s)
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| 4 |
Manuel Antonio
Hotel Costa Verde
4person(s)
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| 5 |
Alajuela
Villa San Ignacio
4person(s)
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