# 13-Day Costa Rica Active Adventure Tour from San Jose: Monteverde, La Fortuna, Pacuare and Puerto Viejo de Talamanca | Small Group

Tour in SO — San José → San José.
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## Key facts

- Type: multiday
- Country: SO
- Route: San José → San José
- Duration: 13.00 day
- Price from: $1,999
- Rating: 4.90 / 5 (10 reviews)
- Operator: Tours4Fun Provider 1113

## Summary

• Paddle through world-class rapids on the Pacuare River • Mountain bike in the shadow of Arenal Volcano • Chill out to the sounds of crashing Caribbean waves • Stand up on a surfboard in Puerto Viejo

## Categories

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## Itinerary

### Day 1: San José

Arrive at any time. There are no planned activities during the day, so check in to the hotel and explore the city. If you arrive early enough, you'll have time to explore the city. 【Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group】 Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

### Day 2: San José - Monteverde

Drive through Costa Rica's beautiful countryside to Monteverde to explore the verdant cloud forest and enjoy the surrounding area. Today's ride can be a bumpy ride on some unpaved roads, but the views along the way are spectacular. Opt to prebook the Monteverde Guided Night Walk for a spectacular evening introduction to this magnificent place.

### Day 3: Monteverde

Enjoy a free day for optional activities in and around Monteverde like ziplining, horseback riding, or touring the cloud forest. Your CEO will let you know about all the activities available and help you pick the best option for you. Get your adrenaline pumping and pre-book the Costa Rica Adrenaline Bundle on the checkout page to include this optional activity on your tour or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance. 【Free Time】 Spend free time in Monteverde exploring the cloud forest or visiting nearby attractions.

### Day 4: Monteverde - La Fortuna

Travel through rolling hills and across a lake to La Fortuna, where there is free time to explore. The town of La Fortuna lies near the base of the Arenal Volcano and is a perfect launch pad to go wild and let the adrenaline flow with a range of adventure sports. 【Free Time】 Free afternoon in La Fortuna. Experience the outdoor adventures, amazing wildlife and natural wonders in this area.

### Day 5: La Fortuna

Enjoy a free day in La Fortuna. Opt to go whitewater rafting, waterfall rappelling, paddleboarding or one of the many other optionals this region has to offer. Spend another day getting your adrenaline pumping, viewing local wildlife, marveling at the Arenal Volcano and getting to know more about La Fortuna's Costa Rica. 【Your Discover Moment】 There's plenty to see and do in La Fortuna, and we wanted to make sure that you had some time to take it all in. Feel free to relax or try optional activities like canyoneering, whitewater rafting, and paddleboarding. Your CEO has more ideas if you need them. Just ask!

### Day 6: La Fortuna

Cycle the area around La Fortuna on a guided half-day biking tour. At night, opt to relax and soak in hot springs at the base of Arenal Volcano. 【Arenal Cycling Trip】 Ride on a mixture of rocky dirt and paved roads through small towns, past farms and with mountains in the distance. Total distance is approximately 15 kilometers.

### Day 7: La Fortuna - Pacuare

Enjoy a two-day guided rafting expedition along the Pacuare River, stopping at times to explore on foot, then stay the night in rustic cabins built along the river. In the morning, transfer from La Fortuna to the put-in point for rafting on the Pacuare River. On this first day, stop down river for a short hike to explore waterfalls, and scenic, hidden canyons. In the evening, stay at a jungle lodge on the banks of the Pacuare River in a scenic, but remote location. 【Pacuare Guided Rafting Expedition – Day 1】 Raft down class III-IV rapids on the Pacuare River toward our remote jungle lodge. Explore the surrounding rainforest and waterfalls on a network of hiking trails and enjoy the beauty and tranquility of the untouched natural environment. Continue paddling past waterfalls and through canyons. Stop for the first of two nights for a well-deserved rest.

### Day 8: Pacuare

Get off the river for the day to explore the jungle by foot. 【Pacuare Rainforest Guided Hike】 Explore the surrounding rainforest on foot. Hike with local guides to see waterfalls, swim in small streams and learn about the natural environment that is home to the Cabecar indigenous peoples. Relax in a hammock and enjoy the sounds of tropical birds calling above the roar of the rushing river.

### Day 9: Pacuare - Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Continue down river to the take-out point, then travel to the Caribbean coastal town of Puerto Viejo. 【Pacuare Guided Rafting Expedition – Day 2】 Get back on the river for a final morning of rafting Pacuare's class III-IV rapids. Take a long look, jump out for a swim, then paddle to the put out point and head back to base camp. 【Free Time】 Take some time by the shore of the Caribbean Sea in Puerto Viejo. There's plenty of activities to enjoy, or take the time simply to relax.

### Day 10: Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

The Caribbean is famous for its sun, sand and surf. Hop on a bike and take a ride to the beach, then pull on a rash guard, grab a big board and get ready to hang ten like a local with an included surf lesson. The picturesque village of Puerto Viejo de Talamanca is known for its incomparable white- and black-sand beaches surrounded by exotic tropical vegetation. Rent a bike or hire a boat to Manzanillo. Try snorkelling or take it easy and and explore La Isla Botanical Gardens. 【Biking Puerto Viejo】 This morning, jump on a bike and take a ride around to a nearby beach with your CEO. You'll be out exploring and enjoying the scenery all day around Puerto Viejo. Start time: 9 AM End time: 5 PM 【Your Hands-On Moment: Surfing Lesson】 Grab your swimsuit and get ready to hang ten! Learn how to find and ride the waves with surfing lessons from local experts. Enjoy the fresh sea air, and try to spot local marine life while enjoying the waters. 【Free Time】 Free time to enjoy the beach and laid-back Afro-Caribbean town of Puerto Viejo. Don't worry, be happy.

### Day 11: Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Enjoy free time in Puerto Viejo and soak up the sun on the Caribbean. The warm turquoise water is ideal for swimming, fishing, kayaking, boogie boarding, and surfing. Opt to take a boat trip, snorkel the nearby reefs, or cycle down the coast. 【Your Discover Moment】 ​​​​​​​ There's plenty to see and do in Puerto Viejo, and we wanted to make sure that you had some time to take it all in. Feel free to relax or try optional activities like snorkelling, biking, and hiking in the Gandoca Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge. Your CEO has more ideas if you need them. Just ask!

### Day 12: Puerto Viejo de Talamanca - San José

Return to San José and take advantage of a final day to shop for souvenirs (coffee anyone?).

### Day 13: San José

Depart at any time.

## Guide languages

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## Links

- Yatra page: https://yatraforfun.com/tour/101573163-costa-rica-active-adventure-tour-from-san-jose-13-day
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