OVERVIEW
Our 8 night Costa Rica Family Highlights vacation package brings you to the most popular family destinations in the country. Hike through the Monteverde Cloud Forest. Explore Arenal Volcano and La Fortuna Waterfall. Discover the beautiful wild coastline of Manuel Antonio National Park.
DAILY ITINERARY
Day 1
Transfer to Monteverde, Costa Rica
Upon arrival in San Jose, Costa Rica you will transfer by ground approximately 3 1/2 hours to the Monteverde Cloud Forest for overnight at Hotel El Establo. El Establo's hotel amenities include a full service spa, fine-dining restaurant, casual- dining restaurant, tennis courts, and two swimming pools to entertain everyone.
Day 2
Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve Hike
This morning you will be met for a morning hike into the clouds at Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve. Your hike will be led by a professional naturalist guide with a keen ability to point out a variety of elusive animals and plants. The reserve has several hanging bridges with fantastic vantage points for spotting wildlife. Be on the lookout for the shy Resplendent Quetzal bird! Overnight Hotel El Establo.
Day 3
Transfer to Arenal / La Fortuna
This morning you will transfer across Lake Arenal by boat to Arenal Volcano. Arrive at Hotel Royal Corin for overnight. With spectacular views of Arenal Volcano and thermal pools directly on the property, your family will love their stay at Royal Corin.
Day 4
Arenal Hanging Bridges & La Fortuna Waterfall Hike
This morning you will be met for a hike through Arenal Volcano National Park across hanging bridges with a professional naturalist guide who will point out plants and animals unique to the area. Next, you'll visit La Fortuna Waterfall. Hike to a vantage point for a stunning view of the falls or trek down to the foot for a swim at the base of the waterfall. Overnight Hotel Royal Corin.
Day 5
Arenal Free Day
Book a beauty treatment at Lotto Spa, relax by the pool or include Arenal Volcano Tours during your stay. Overnight Hotel Royal Corin.
Day 6
Transfer to Manuel Antonio National Park
This morning you will take a short, scenic flight to Manuel Antonio National Park for overnight at Los Altos Beach Resort & Spa, a modern boutique hotel with ocean views overlooking the lush coastline from every unit.
Day 7
Manuel Antonio Park Hike
You will be met for a morning hike through one of Costa Rica's favorite little national parks, Manuel Antonio. Your naturalist guide will point out a variety of wildlife and lead you to the beautiful white sand beaches within the park. Wear your swimsuit and take a dip! Overnight Los Altos Beach Resort & Spa.
Day 8
Manuel Antonio Free Day
Lounge by the pool, explore the beach, or book a spa treatment! To include additional tours, visit our Manuel Antonio Tours page. Overnight Los Altos Beach Resort & Spa.
Day 9
Depart San Jose, Costa Rica
This morning you will be met and transferred approximately 3 hours to San Jose International Airport for your return flight home.
