Costa Rica: Pacific Escape

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tenorio national park

Appreciate the iconic Tenorio National Park

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Costa Rica monkey

Wake up to the sound of howler monkeys

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Costa Rica Salad

Enjoy the flavors of Costa Rica's Pacific coast

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Tenorio volcano

Walk the forests of Tenorio Volcano

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Volcano view

See the distinctive Arenal volcano

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costa rica hotel

Listen to the waves crash as you relax by the pool

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turtle hatching

Seeing hatching turtles if you are lucky

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Arenal la fortuna

Walk to the waterfalls at Arenal

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Night walk

Take a night walk in a private nature reserve

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Rio Celeste

Walk through forest to the Rio Celeste

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Cr Sunset

Watch the sun set over the Pacific

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Coffee hills, cloud forests, volcanic landscapes, off-the-beaten-path nature reserves...and that’s all before your incredibly scenic break on the Pacific coast. We’ve handpicked charming hotels and just the right balance of immersive activities and pure relaxation time, giving you a wonderful experience of Costa Rica’s north and western regions.

  • Cloud forests & volcanoes
  • Waterfalls & hot springs
  • Tapir Valley nature
  • Pacific coast break
  • Relaxation & adventure
  • Memorable places to stay
  • 100% Travel Positive
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What's Included

Key Inclusions

9 nights small independent hotels & lodges

Private airport transfers

4x4 vehicle (or can be done with private transfers)

Guided experiences (see activities)

All breakfasts

1 x lunch


Guided Activities

Bajos del Toro waterfalls tour

Tapir Valley birdwatching/nature tour


5* Service

We have personally experienced & loved every aspect of this trip

Vacation Guide with advice, background information and recommendations

ABTOT / ATOL Financial protection

Local support throughout

24/7 emergency support

Industry-leading 160% carbon capture

Exclusive departure date


Please note: International travel & fuel for vehicle hire not included.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive in Costa Rica


You will be picked up on arrival in Costa Rica and taken to your hotel for the night for a well deserved rest from the flight.

Day 2

Explore the volcanic north


Day 3

Walk between waterfalls


Day 4

Explore near the Finca or further afield


Day 5

To Tenorio National Park


Day 6

Discover the Tapir Valley


Day 7

Head for the Coast


Day 8

Snorkel with Turtles


Day 9

Explore the region


Day 10

Return to the airport



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Explore...

Wildlife-rich rainforests

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Spot...

Costa Rica's sleepy sloths

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Marvel...

At epic volcano views

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Meet...

The local 'Ticos'

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Swim...

In the Pacific Ocean

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Stay...

In idyllic small hotels

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