Experience Both Sides of Paradise

Day 1: Take a private transfer from the Liberia international airport to La Fortuna. Enjoy views of the active Arenal volcano from your hotel, the Tabacon Grand Spa Thermal Resort, which offers fabulous accommodations. Relax in the hotel pool or hot springs as you take in the sounds of the jungle on your first evening in Costa Rica.

Day 2-3: The Arenal area reads like a choose your own adventure book, with never ending options for fun and exploration. Discover the active volcano close up as a naturalist guide leads you over cooled lava fields and through tropical forests as you learn about local history and wildlife before soaking away the evening in the Tabacon hot springs. The next day, let a horse do the walking as you explore dense trails to majestic waterfalls in the jungle for a refreshing dip and full lunch.

Day 4: Just when you were getting used to "roughing it" in the rain forest, it's off to the beach for some relaxation! Wave goodbye to La Fortuna from the comfort of your private shuttle as you cruise down towards the Pacific coast. Your destination? The beautiful Buena Vista Villas. This property is one of the highest reviewed in Costa Rica and gives its guests a luxury stay within the rainforest but with beautiful ocean views.  You will also as a guest of the property have access to your own private beach club.

Day 5-7: While in Manuel Antonio you will take a tour of the famous Manuel Antonio National Park, one of Costa Rica's most visited National Parks.  Get ready to see a variety of monkey species from White Faced Monkeys to Congo Howler Monkeys.  If you are lucky you may also see sloths, snakes and a variety of lizards and birds.  This tour includes a naturalist guide as well as some refreshing snacks and drinks.

Day 8: This is your last morning in Costa Rica. Take a private shuttle through the Costa Rican countryside to the Sa Jose international airport for your flight home.