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Family: Arenal & Jaco beach relax
Costa Rica in 8 Days, 7 Nights in Destination
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$7,299
$5,099
/person
-30%
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Enjoy the flora and fauna of Costa Rica’s rainforests with the whole family, always with expert guides. End at an all-inclusive resort in Jaco beach. Where memories are made on this trip: meeting sloths near the Arenal Volcano.
Trip Highlights
- Arenal
- Jacó
- San José
Included
All flights
Accommodation
All transfers
Activities
Some meals
Availability
Departures available until August 2025
Available Group tours
Solo travelers from + $1,040
Add up to 3 nights to your stay
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charm included
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Itinerary
Begin your family-friendly adventure in San Jose, visiting the La Paz waterfalls before you continue towards Arenal, contemplating the famous volcano and emblematic sloths of the region. Embark on an exciting floating safari on the Peñas Blancas River and finish the trip relaxing on an all-inclusive resort right in front of Jaco beach.
1st Day: Australia - San Jose
Ready to discover the vibrant landscapes and abundant natural treasures of Costa Rica? Arrive at your australian departure airport to board a flight to San Jose*. Land in the capital of Costa Rica and transfer to your hotel. Overnight stay in San Jose.
*If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Barceló San Jose or similar
2960 Reviews
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2nd Day: San Jose
Breakfast at the hotel. Today, enjoy a family excursion to the La Paz Waterfall Gardens. Upon arrival, walk along a beautiful trail that leads to the aviary, the largest butterfly observatory in the country, the hummingbird gallery, the serpentarium, and the frog, monkey and feline exhibits. Replenish your energy with a tasty lunch in the middle of the forest and then walk through this tropical rainforest following a paved path, with some steps, to visit the impressive waterfalls formed by the La Paz River. Return to the hotel and overnight in San Jose.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Barceló San Jose or similar
2960 Reviews
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Activities
Visit to La Paz Waterfall Gardens
Moderate
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3rd Day: San José - Arenal
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer by bus to Arenal for an exciting sloth watching experience that is sure to delight young and old alike.
Arrive at La Fortuna, a unique place for the conservation of wildlife where the climate, availability of food, and lack of predators make it a safe environment and a true natural oasis! Enter Sloth Territory, located within a small family ecological plot with a trail suitable for people of all ages.
Discover the native plants, the river that borders the property and the Guarumo trees, the preferred food of the sloths. The guides are experts in locating these animals, so you may be lucky and able to observe two and three-toed sloths. Transfer back to the hotel and overnight in Arenal.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Lomas del Volcán or similar
2409 Reviews
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Activities
Sloth Observation Excursion
Light
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4th Day: Arenal
Breakfast at the hotel. It’s time to enjoy a wonderful half-day floating safari on the calm Peñas Blancas River aboard inflatable rafts. You will have an expert naturalist guide who will provide at all times a safe environment to discover the beautiful flora and fauna of this region. In addition, you will see sloths, monkeys, toucans, crocodiles, "Jesus Christ" lizards, turtles, and numerous tropical birds. Transfer back to the hotel and overnight in Arenal.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Lomas del Volcán or similar
2409 Reviews
See our full selection
Activities
Peñas Blancas River Adventure
Light
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Guided hike to the Arenal Volcano
Active
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5th Day: Arenal
Breakfast at the hotel. Free day to enjoy the tranquility of this beautiful natural environment, explore at your own pace or relax in the abundant hot springs. Also, we recomend you to join our optional Cloud Forest excursion*. Overnight stay in Arenal.
*Cloud Forest excursion: Admire the beauty of the forest and the backdrop of the Arenal Volcano and gain valuable insight into the native plant and animal species from your expert guide. Return to the hotel and enjoy an afternoon at your leisure.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Lomas del Volcán or similar
2409 Reviews
See our full selection
Activities
Cloud Forests Excursion
Moderate
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6th Day: Arenal - Jaco
Breakfast at the hotel. Early this morning, leave the jungle behind, and set off toward Jaco Beach. Well known for its surfing, beaches and incredible sunsets, this beautiful spot on the Central Pacific Coast awaits. Arrive at your all-inclusive hotel, and spend the rest of your day at leisure, exploring the surroundings or relaxing by the pool. Overnight stay in Jaco Beach.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Best Western Jaco Beach A... or similar
1882 Reviews
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7th Day: Jaco
All-inclusive at the hotel. Enjoy another day at your own leisure today, relaxing by the beach, enjoying the hotel pool or trying one of the many water sports on offer. We recommend our optional Crocodile Spotting Tour.* Overnight in Jaco Beach.
*Crocodile Spotting Tour: Pick-up at the hotel and transfer by road to the place where you will enjoy this vibrant adventure through the wonders of the rainforest. Explore the Tárcoles River and your guide will point out different types of mammals, birds and reptiles in this mangrove system. Depending on the season you will observe different species of migratory birds. For example, from October to April, ospreys, gulls, terns, cormorants, pelicans and frigate birds. At the end of the tour, transfer back to the hotel.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Best Western Jaco Beach A... or similar
1882 Reviews
See our full selection
Activities
Crocodile Spotting Tour
Moderate
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8th Day: San Jose - Australia
Breakfast at the hotel*. Sadly, it's time to bid farewell to Costa Rica as you take a private shuttle transfer to San Jose airport and catch a flight back to Australia. Arrive in Australia and end your trip**.
*Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.
**Depending on the choice of flight, you may arrive back in Australia the next day or two days later.
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Categories Available:
charm
From $5,099
Selected
Accommodation: 7 Nights
Day 1 to 3
Barceló San Jose
Location
San José
Category
Nights
2
Rating TripAdvisor travelers
The hotels we select comply with our high standards and requirements per category. The allocation is dependent on availability and seasonality, so you can be assigned any of our selection, including the following: Holiday Inn Aurola San Jose, Park Inn by Radisson San Jose
Included activities
Available Activities
The price includes
- Departures from main australian airports.
- International flights: Australia - San José - Australia.
- 7 nights hotel accommodation in Charm and Superior category hotels.See hotels included
- 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch and all-inclusive in Jacó.
- Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary.See itinerary
- All air taxes and fuel surcharge.
- English-speaking guide during the excursions only.
Not included
Drinks, tips and any other services not mentioned in what's included.
Please note that the times shown in the itinerary may be affected by operational reasons. Follow the guidance provided in-country by the local provider.
Entry requirements
Valid passport with at least six months validity.
Visa
Visa is not required for stays less than 90 days.
Currency
Costa Rican Colon
Language
Spanish
Electricity
110 V. Adapter required.
Health
Please consult your doctor regarding malaria prophylaxis.
Time zone
UTC - 06:00
Other useful information
Local emergency number: 128
Tourist Office website
https://www.visitcostarica.com/en
Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline’s website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.
Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same, or a higher category. The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards.
In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or cancelled without prior notice.
Triple room: the third bed will be a rollaway bed.
If you have reduced mobility, require the use of a wheelchair, or you would prefer this tour to be a private experience for you and your group, you must contact our Experts at +61 02 8823 5094 before booking to ensure that your needs can be met.
While on the road, it is highly unlikely that the vehicle will be equipped with wifi or bathroom facilities, though rest stops will be made for long trips. We recommend purchasing a new SIM card at the airport or placing an e-SIM before travel to guarantee internet connection.
Room allocation: We will do our best to accommodate your family in the same room. If availability doesn't permit this, we guarantee your family will be accommodated as close together as possible. Children will always be accomodated in a room with at least 1 adult.
Booster seats: Not available in all destinations. Feel free to take your own if you need one.
Pay in installments
Pay only 60% today to reserve your trip.
Rest is paid in instalments according to your departure date.
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