Costa RicaAmericas
Volcanoes, Cloud Forests & Coast
9 days Max 12 travelers Costa Rica 9-day itinerary
Day-by-day itinerary
A classic loop through Costa Rica's greatest hits — Arenal's volcano, Monteverde's cloud forest, and the wildlife-rich beaches of Manuel Antonio.
Arrival in San JoséNorth to La FortunaArenal AdventuresLake Arenal to Monteverde
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Day 1
Arrival in San José
Land in the Central Valley and settle into a boutique hotel among coffee hills.
2
Day 2
North to La Fortuna
Cross the countryside to the foot of Arenal Volcano.
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Day 3
Arenal Adventures
Trek old lava fields and cross the forest canopy on hanging bridges.
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Day 4
Lake Arenal to Monteverde
Boat and jeep transfer over the continental divide into the cloud forest.
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Day 5
Cloud Forest Canopy
Explore the reserve on foot and from a zipline above the treetops.
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Day 6
Down to the Pacific
Descend from the highlands to the warm coast at Manuel Antonio.
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Day 7
Manuel Antonio National Park
One of the world's most biodiverse parks meets postcard beaches.
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Day 8
Mangroves & Coast
A slower coastal day drifting through tidal estuaries before sailing the Pacific.
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Day 9
Return to San José
A final morning on the coast before heading back to the capital.
Good to know
Physical rating
Moderate, some full days
Group size
Up to 12 travelers
Region
Costa Rica, Americas
Frequently asked questions
- How do I book Volcanoes, Cloud Forests & Coast?
- Reserve online from this page, choose your dates and travelers, and our Costa Rica specialist confirms availability within one business day.
- What's included in the price?
- The listed price covers 8 nights in boutique lodges and eco-hotels, Bilingual naturalist guide throughout, All park entrances and listed activities, see the What's Included list on this page for the full breakdown.
- Can I customize this itinerary?
- Yes, every Orbitrek journey is customizable. Ask your specialist to adjust the pace, hotels, and activities of this itinerary.
- What if my plans change?
- Talk to your specialist. We can usually rework dates or reroute the journey. See our Terms of Service for the specialist-finalized booking model.
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What's Included
- 8 nights in boutique lodges and eco-hotels
- Bilingual naturalist guide throughout
- All park entrances and listed activities
- Daily breakfast plus welcome and farewell dinners
- Private ground transport and lake crossing
Why travel with Orbitrek
- Journeys across three continents
- Small groups, never more than 12
- Every itinerary fully customizable
- No payment taken online · final price confirmed in writing