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Independent Costa Rica Wonders with Tortuguero 2027 - 9 Day Package from San José to San José
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Independent Costa Rica Wonders with Tortuguero 2027

9 Day Package from San José to San José



Tour Description:

Livin’ la Pura Vida! This philosophy of the pure life in Costa Rica is also a common greeting you’ll hear on your Globus Independent tour. From the mind-blowing lava trails and soul-soothing thermal springs of the Arenal Volcano region to the lush tropical forests in the clouds of Monteverde, you’ll encounter pure nature of Costa Rica’s rich and resplendent flora and fauna found nowhere else on earth. Explore Tortuguero National Park to navigate the pristine waterways where turtles nest amid nature at its best. Put your head in the clouds in the Monteverde Cloud Forest, home to over 3,000 plant species, some 120 mammal species, 400 bird species, and 1,200 amphibian and reptile species. Add a dose of free time to immerse yourself in Costa Rican culture and cuisine in San José, and you’re living your best life, indeed! Treat yourself to a tour that is exclusively yours with free time, me time, and optional adventures that speak to your independent spirit!

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Destination & Sightseeing

Special features included in this tour:

  • Transfers to and from Tortuguero National Park via land and water
  • Visit Tortuguero village to learn about the villager’s sea turtle conservation efforts
  • Guided boat ride and hike in Tortuguero in search of turtles, caimans, herons, monkeys and more
  • Guided visit to Arenal’s hot springs with dinner
  • Scenic boat ride across Arenal Lake en route to Monteverde
  • Guided nighttime nature walk in the Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve
Notes:
•This is an Independent tour with shared transportation between locations. Though there is no Tour Director, Local Guide service is provided in San José and a Naturalist in Tortuguero.
•Transportation is as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary to include transfers by land and boat to Tortuguero on day 2 and transport by car and boat from Tortuguero to Guapiles and then continue to Arenal on day 4.

MEALS

ITINERARY

Day 1 ARRIVE IN SAN JOSÉ, COSTA RICA
Welcome to Costa Rica! Hotel rooms are available for mid-afternoon check-in. Information about tomorrow’s adventure will be provided by a Globus representative

Day 2 SAN JOSÉ–TORTUGUERO NATIONAL PARK
• Early this morning, travel east to the northern Caribbean’s lowlands. In the first part of the trip, admire beautiful evergreen mountains and beautiful landscapes of Braulio Carrillo National Park. Once on the Caribbean side, continue to the Caño Blanco Dock, where you will board a boat to take you to Tortuguero National Park. • Take a boat ride through the canals sheltered in the jungle of the rainforest. From the boat you will be able to admire the unique flora and fauna of this area. • Upon arrival at your hotel, there will be a short briefing followed by lunch. In the afternoon, visit the village of Tortuguero, where you learn the lifestyle of local residents and the significant conservation efforts developed to protect the sea turtles that come to spawn each year along the 22 miles of nearby protected coastline. (B,L,D)
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Day 3 TORTUGUERO NATIONAL PARK
• This morning, your guide accompanies you on a leisurely boat ride along remote, unspoiled sections of the park’s waterways, explaining the bountiful flora and fauna. The trained eyes of your guide and boatman help you spot freshwater turtles, caimans, herons, toucans, egrets, and monkeys. • Later, enjoy a fascinating stroll through an accessible portion of the nearby rainforest. During the peak nesting season (mid-July to mid-October), you may be lucky enough to observe an endangered green turtle laying her eggs under the starlight. • Later this afternoon, meet a local Naturalist for an informative presentation on the ecology of the area. (B,L,D) INSIDER PICKS Between guided excursions, relax by the pool or take a siesta!
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Day 4 TORTUGUERO NATIONAL PARK–ARENAL
• Today, transfer by boat and car to the lush town of Arenal, located in the shadow of Arenal Volcano. Settle in and experience the magic of your resort. • This afternoon, visit the famous hot springs the area is known for and take a dip in the natural springs and pools of mineral waters surrounded by lush, tropical forest. Enjoy dinner at the hot springs. (B,D)
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Day 5 ARENAL
• Today is at your leisure to explore on your own or perhaps take an optional excursion. (B) INSIDER PICKS Perhaps visit the Arenal Hanging Bridges, a network of suspension bridges, platforms, and trails built in the cloud forest. From here, explore the forest canopy with a bird’s-eye view, giving you a different perspective of the forest’s wildlife. Alternatively, you may choose a rafting or horseback riding adventure
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Day 6 ARENAL–MONTEVERDE
• This morning, your transfer begins with a short boat ride across Arenal Lake to admire different species of birds that visit and call the area home. Continue through incredible mountain scenery and the Monteverde Cloud Forest, home to over 3,000 plant species, approximately 120 mammal species, 400 bird species, and 1,200 species of amphibians and reptiles. • This evening, venture into Monteverde’s Cloud Forest just before nightfall with an expert Naturalist for a guided nature walk to search for the jungle’s nocturnal creatures, like sloths, foxes, agoutis, frogs, and many more! (B)
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Day 7 MONTEVERDE
• Enjoy a day to do as you please today with options to choose from if you like. (B) INSIDER PICKS Awaken early to visit the eye-opening beauty of Santa Elena Cloud Forest for the best chance to observe animals in their natural forest habitats. Discover this misty and surreal wildlife sanctuary full of mosses, ferns, flowers, and other indigenous plant life. Also, notice how the combination of climatic and geographic factors creates temperature and humidity gradients, changing dramatically over just a short distance, or you could visit a local family’s farm to learn about sugar cane, coffee, and tilapia farming
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Day 8 MONTEVERDE–SAN JOSÉ
• Return to San Jose for your final night in Costa Rica. (B) INSIDER PICKS Perhaps visit one of Costa Rica’s most authentic market, the San José Central Market featuring more than 350 booths selling everything imaginable, from spices and fish to hammocks and flowers
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Day 9 SAN JOSÉ
• Your vacation ends after breakfast this morning. (B)

Accommodations

San JoseTortugueroArenalMonteverde
Doubletree Cariari
Superior First-Class



San Antonio de Belen San Jose Costa Rica

This sustainable Costa Rica hotel is typical of San Jose colonial hacienda architecture and offers spacious, comfortable guestrooms and suites with the latest amenities. Enjoy total convenience in its location, personalized services, delicious cuisine, and facilities like the pool and fitness center. Let the friendly staff help you relax while catering to your needs and helping you see all that Costa Rica has to offer.

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