Costa Rica Active Adventure
15 days from £4,503 pp
Designed for the active traveller, this two-week adventure immerses you in the untamed beauty of Costa Rica’s wilderness. White-water raft rapids, zipline through the jungle canopy, and hike to hidden waterfalls. End your journey on a secluded island, where a sustainable glamping retreat offers the perfect balance of unforgettable adventure and relaxation. Travel Differently and let our experts craft a journey that is uniquely yours on our Costa Rica Active Adventure.
Trip Highlights
- White-water raft into your jungle lodge, hidden deep within tropical wilderness
- Hike through Tenario Volcano National Park and marvel at the iconic Rio Celeste Waterfall
- Zipline through the jungle canopy in Arenal
- Unwind on a secluded island where barefoot luxury and adventure combine
Our Expert Tip
”In recent years, Tenorio Volcano National Park (especially the Rio Celeste trail) has faced increasing visitor pressure, particularly during peak season (December–April). To help protect this fragile ecosystem,we recommend visiting off-peak and early or late in the day when the park is quieter. Stay at a nearby eco-certified lodge and explore with one of our local certified guides to ensure your visit can actively support conservation efforts.”
Scarlett, Costa Rica Expert
Detailed Costa Rica Active adventure Itinerary
Day 1-2: Central Valley
Welcome to Costa Rica! Upon arrival, escape to the Central Valley, a region known for its rolling hills, coffee farms and serene landscapes. Spend two nights at a charming boutique hotel at leisure.
Explore the property’s hiking trails and waterfalls, or venture out and visit the nearby Poás Volcano National Park.
Day 3-4: Pacuare Reserve
Let the Costa Rica active adventure begin as you raft down the thrilling rapids of the Pacuare River enroute to your remote jungle lodge.
From delicious meals to thrilling adventures and comfy cabins, everything is included. Swim in natural swimming holes, hike to waterfalls and immerse yourself in the tropical rainforest on this three-day Pacuare adventure.
Day 5-7: Arenal
Depart your lodge the way you arrived, rafting down the pristine Pacuare River, winding through 300-foot canyons and cascading waterfalls.
Continue overland to Arenal, Costa Rica’s adventure capital. Over the coming days, with a local naturalist guide, soar through the rainforest on a zipline, wander the hanging bridges in search of wildlife and hike around the base of the legendary Arenal volcano.
Day 8-10: Tenorio
Travel north to the extraordinary Tenorio National Park, where cloud forest meets primary rainforest teeming with wildlife.
Spend three nights in an eco-jungle lodge surrounded by tropical gardens and framed by Tenorio Volcano. With a naturalist local guide, explore the trails of the national park, visit the legendary Rio Celeste Waterfall and brilliant Blue Lagoon.
Along the way, discover the ongoing conservation efforts that help protect this fragile ecosystem.
Day 11-13: Isla Chiquita
Retreat to a tiny island hidden in the Gulf of Nicoya for a barefoot luxury glamping experience surrounded by tropical forest, wild beaches and sweeping ocean views.
During your stay, unwind, dine on local dishes, kayak, SUP or snorkel, and discover the magnificence of bioluminescence on an evening boating adventure.
This is the epitome of Pura Vida and a Travel Differently favourite!
Day 14-15: Central Valley
Make your way back to the Central Valley, just outside of Costa Rica’s capital and spend one final night at a delightful boutique coffee farm nestled on the hills of Heredia.
Enjoy a guided tour of the property’s organic, sustainably operated coffee plantation and witness every stage of production, from planting and cultivation to harvest and roasting before catching your flight home.
When to Go
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Need More Inspiration?
Want to combine multi-countries, take less flights, or include a hike in Patagonia? Thinking of a longer sabbatical holiday, or staying in some luxury yurts? It’s all possible; all our holidays are tailor-made with a focus on responsible travel. Take a look at more ideas below, and contact our experts.
