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Day 1: Fly to Costa Rica
Meet your Tour Director at your destinationDay 2: San José • Sarchí • Monteverde
Travel via Sarchi to Monteverde
Take a tour of a coffee farm
Day 3: Monteverde
Canopy Tour
Ziplines unveil one of the planet’s most fascinating ecological systems from a unique perspective—from the tops of the trees! With local expert guides at your side to instruct you on safety protocol, you can decide which view you prefer—from below the trees or from above. (Note: This activity reaches heights of 90 feet and is not recommended for anyone with a fear of heights. Travellers must weigh less than 200 lbs to participate.)
Enjoy a local food workshop during a visit to a working mill
Day 4: Monteverde • Arenal region
Participate in a cultural exchange with locals
Visit the Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve
Travel to the Arenal regionDay 5: Arenal region • Sarapiquí
Enjoy a hike in Arenal Volcano National Park
Travel to SarapiquíDay 6: Sarapiquí
Tour a Pineapple Farm
Take a tour at Tirimbina Biological Reserve where you will:
- Hike across suspension bridge to former cocoa-growing plot
- Learn about the cocoa tree and the history of chocolate
- Enjoy a chocolate tasting
Day 7: Sarapiquí • San José
Tavel to San José via Braulio Carrillo National Park
Visit Braulio Carillo National Park
Folklore Evening
Opt to spend the evening learning about the rich cultural traditions of the region over a traditional Costa Rican dinner. Marimba music, entertainment by a local dance troupe, and spectacular city views from the restaurant will make this a night to remember.
Day 8: Depart for home