Cloud Forest and Beach Escape

Arrive in San Jose, Transfer to Koora Monteverde (Monteverde Cloud Forest)

Upon your morning or afternoon arrival in San Jose, meet your driver for a transfer by ground approximately 3 hours to the Monteverde Cloud Forest. This high-elevation forest of dense, chaotic vegetation is great for hiking and bird watching.

Arrive Koora Monteverde Hotel, a stylish ecolodge in the heart of the cloud forest. Featuring 26 cozy suites and bungalows, this low-key boutique hotel in is perfect for a nature retreat, a romantic getaway, or a family adventure. Feel the magic of the cloud forest as you sip coffee or enjoy a late-night drink on your private balcony nestled in the Costa Rica canopy. 

Selvatura Hanging Bridges, Sloth Exhibit, & Butterfly Garden

This adventure starts with a self-guided walk along the Treetop Walkways, which consists of 1.9 miles of natural trails in which visitors encounter eight hanging bridges. Walking though the bridges, visitors will have the opportunity to appreciate a wide variety of flora and fauna and observe the endemic biodiversity of the cloud forest canopy. After your self-guided walk through the cloud forest, you will visit the Selvatura Butterfly Garden, encased in a great dome structure that hosts more than 30 different species of butterflies from different altitudes and climates found throughout Costa Rica. Here you will also be able to find the Sloth Sanctuary, a natural exhibit where sloths can travel freely between paths specially created so that they can roam among the trees and foliage of the exhibition. Overnight Koora Monteverde.

Monteverde Aerial Tram & Zip-line

Monteverde Aerial Tram & Zip-line: Embark on a captivating trip aboard the TreeTram cable car. Ascend to one of Monteverde’s highest points at 5,700 feet above sea level and begin your quest through the cloud forest. Then, experience one of Costa Rica’s most thrilling canopy adventures! Fly through the trees of the cloud forest, across 7 ziplines ranging from 460-2460 feet long, for a total zipline ride spanning 1.9 miles. *Height and weight restrictions apply. Inquire for details before booking. Overnight Koora Monteverde.

Transfer to Hotel Si Como No (Manuel Antonio)

This morning, meet your driver for transfer by ground approximately 3.5 hours to the Quepos / Manuel Antonio area on the Central Pacific Coast.

Arrive at Hotel Si Como No for overnight. This award-winning hotel combines environmentalism and unique design in a lush, tropical rainforest overlooking the ocean. Guests enjoy two on-site restaurants, two pools, and amazing Pacific sunsets! *Note: Si Como No is set on a hillside with beautiful views, so some stair climbing and mild “hiking” may be a part of your stay. Add restaurant reservations, taxi services, and additional tours with the help of your hotel concierge.

PRIVATE Manuel Antonio National Park Tour

Costa Rica’s favorite national park is Manuel Antonio, featuring three of the country’s most beautiful white sand beaches bordered by dense rainforest and trails abundant in wildlife. Follow a naturalist guide for a moderate walk through the park to explore this diverse natural habitat, with over 109 species of mammals and 184 species of birds. Bring a bathing suit and towel to enjoy the beaches after the tour. Overnight Hotel Si Como No.

Sunset Cruise on the Brisa Elegante

Enjoy extraordinary views of Manuel Antonio aboard Brisa Elegante. Featuring two expansive teak decks and multiple spacious lounge areas, this 100’ gulet is the only one of its kind in Central America.  As the ship follows the coastline along Manuel Antonio National Park, the crew will serve a welcome cocktail and fresh fruit (additional alcoholic beverages can be purchased at the bar).  You might spot dolphins, turtles, manta rays, and more during the cruise. Depending on wind and weather conditions, the ship will anchor in a sheltered bay for optional self-guided snorkeling and other water activities. Then, enjoy a freshly prepared dinner before returning to the marina. The cruise ends just in time for a beautiful Pacific sunset. Overnight Hotel Si Como No.

Morning Transfer to San Jose for departure

Early this morning, transfer by ground approximately 3 hours to the international airport in San Jose for your afternoon or evening departure.