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Independent Costa Rica Wonders with Tortuguero 2026

San Jose Round-trip
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Tour Operator

Globus

Tour Code

ILA26

Start City

San Jose

End City

San Jose

Tour Style

Independent Vacation

Tour Quality

First Class

Tour Length

9 days

Age Requirement

8+ Years Old

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Tour Itinerary

Livin’ la Pura Vida! This philosophy of the pure life in Costa Rica is also a common greeting you’ll hear on your Globus Independent tour. From the mind-blowing lava trails and soul-soothing thermal springs of the Arenal Volcano region to the lush tropical forests in the clouds of Monteverde, you’ll encounter pure nature of Costa Rica’s rich and resplendent flora and fauna found nowhere else on earth. Explore Tortuguero National Park to navigate the pristine waterways where turtles nest amid nature at its best. Put your head in the clouds in the Monteverde Cloud Forest, home to over 3,000 plant species, some 120 mammal species, 400 bird species, and 1,200 amphibian and reptile species. Add a dose of free time to immerse yourself in Costa Rican culture and cuisine in San José, and you’re living your best life, indeed! Treat yourself to a tour that is exclusively yours with free time, me time, and optional adventures that speak to your independent spirit!

Countries Visited

Costa Rica

Cities Visited

Arenal Monteverde San Jose

  1. Day 1
    ARRIVE IN SAN JOSÉ, COSTA RICA
    Welcome to Costa Rica! Hotel rooms are available for mid-afternoon check-in.

  2. Day 2
    SAN JOSÉ–TORTUGUERO NATIONAL PARK

    • Early this morning, travel east to the northern Caribbean’s lowlands. In the first part of the trip, admire beautiful evergreen mountains and beautiful landscapes of Braulio Carrillo National Park. Once on the Caribbean side, continue to the Caño Blanco Dock, where you will board a boat to take you to Tortuguero National Park.
    • Take a boat ride through the canals sheltered in the jungle of the rainforest. From the boat you will be able to admire the unique flora and fauna of this area.
    • Upon arrival at your hotel there will be a short briefing followed by lunch. In the afternoon, visit the village of Tortuguero, where you learn the lifestyle of local residents and the significant conservation efforts developed to protect the sea turtles that come to spawn each year along the 22 miles of nearby protected coastline.

    (B,L,D)


    Meals:   Breakfast   Lunch   Dinner
  3. Day 3
    TORTUGUERO NATIONAL PARK

    • This morning, your guide accompanies you on a leisurely boat ride along remote, unspoiled sections of the park’s waterways, explaining the bountiful flora and fauna. The trained eyes of your guide and boatman help you spot freshwater turtles, caimans, herons, toucans, egrets, and monkeys.
    • Later, enjoy a fascinating stroll through an accessible portion of the nearby rainforest. During the peak nesting season (mid-July to mid-October), you may be lucky enough to observe an endangered green turtle laying her eggs under the starlight.
    • Later this afternoon, meet a local Naturalist for an informative presentation on the ecology of the area.

    (B,L,D)

    Today’s I-Time Tips
    Between guided excursions, relax by the pool or take a siesta!


    Meals:   Breakfast   Lunch   Dinner
  4. Day 4
    TORTUGUERO NATIONAL PARK–ARENAL

    • Today, transfer by boat and car to the lush town of Arenal, located in the shadow of Arenal Volcano. Settle in and experience the magic of your resort.
    • This afternoon, visit the famous hot springs the area is known for and take a dip in the natural springs and pools of mineral waters surrounded by lush, tropical forest. Enjoy dinner at the hot springs.

    (B,D)


    Meals:   Breakfast   Dinner
  5. Day 5
    ARENAL

    • Today is at your leisure to explore on your own or perhaps take an optional excursion.

    (B)

    Today’s I-Time Tips
    Perhaps visit the Arenal Hanging Bridges, a network of suspension bridges, platforms, and trails built in the cloud forest. From here, explore the forest canopy with a bird’s-eye view, giving you a different perspective of the forest’s wildlife. Alternatively, you may choose a rafting or horseback riding adventure.


    Meals:   Breakfast
  6. Day 6
    ARENAL–MONTEVERDE

    • This morning, your transfer begins with a short boat ride across Arenal Lake to admire different species of birds that visit and call the area home. Continue through incredible mountain scenery and the Monteverde Cloud Forest, home to over 3,000 plant species, approximately 120 mammal species, 400 bird species, and 1,200 species of amphibians and reptiles.
    • This evening, venture into Monteverde’s Cloud Forest just before nightfall with an expert Naturalist for a guided nature walk to search for the jungle’s nocturnal creatures, like sloths, foxes, agoutis, frogs, and many more!

    (B)


    Meals:   Breakfast
  7. Day 7
    MONTEVERDE

    • Enjoy a day to do as you please today with options to choose from if you like.

    (B)

    Today’s I-Time Tips
    Maybe wake up early and visit Santa Elena Cloud Forest to best experience the animals in their natural forest habitats. Discover this misty and surreal wildlife sanctuary full of mosses, ferns, flowers, and other indigenous plant life. Also, notice how the combination of climatic and geographic factors creates temperature and humidity gradients, changing dramatically over just a short distance, or you could visit a local family’s farm to learn about sugar cane, coffee, and tilapia farming.


    Meals:   Breakfast
  8. Day 8
    MONTEVERDE–SAN JOSÉ

    • Return to San Jose for your final night in Costa Rica.

    (B)

    Today’s I-Time Tips
    Perhaps visit one of Costa Rica’s most authentic market, the San José Central Market featuring more than 350 booths selling everything imaginable, from spices and fish to hammocks and flowers.


    Meals:   Breakfast
  9. Day 9
    SAN JOSÉ

    • Your vacation ends after breakfast this morning.

    (B)


    Meals:   Breakfast
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Inclusions

•This is an Independent tour with shared transportation between locations. Though there is no Tour Director, Local Guide service is provided in San José and a Naturalist in Tortuguero.
•Transportation is as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary to include transfers by land and boat to Tortuguero on day 2 and transport by car and boat from Tortuguero to Guapiles and then continue to Arenal on day 4.
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Buffet breakfast daily; 2 lunches; 3 three-course dinners

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Accommodations

San Jose: Doubletree Cariari
This sustainable Costa Rica hotel is typical of San Jose colonial hacienda architecture and offers spacious, comfortable guestrooms and suites with the latest amenities. Enjoy total convenience in its location, personalized services, delicious cuisine, and facilities like the pool and fitness center. Let the friendly staff help you relax while catering to your needs and helping you see all that Costa Rica has to offer.
Address:
San Antonio de Belen
San Jose , Costa Rica
Tortuguero: Evergreen Lodge
Built in respect of its surrounding nature, the Evergreen Lodge provides travelers with absolute comfort, great food, and most importantly, an unobstructed experience with nature. A beautiful dining room with soaring ceilings provides first class meals in an atmosphere that reflects and compliments the jungle paradise surrounding it, and friendly staff welcome you to this magical place called Tortuguero.
Address:
Tortuguero National Park
Tortuguero , Costa Rica
Arenal: Lomas del Volcan
Lomas del Volcan is a warm mountain hotel that maintains it's rustic style with wood cabins, each with 2 decks offering views of the Arenal Volcano and the tropical forest.
Address:
4 KM NW of Fortuna
Arenal , Costa Rica
Monteverde: El Establo Mountain Lodge
Set on a private 150-acre farm adjacent to the Monteverde Reserve, El Establo Mountain Lodge offers guests a home base of relaxation and activity. Amenities include tennis, basketball, and soccer courts, two indoor pools, two restaurants, two bars, gym, and spa.
Address:
San Pedro
Monteverde , Costa Rica
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Customer Trip Reviews

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Accommodations
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Itinerary
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Professional Staff
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Value for Money
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