Discover one of the the most biodiverse regions in the world, Costa Rica. Our 9-day/8-night Expedition will take us through the most beautiful and sought after places in the country.

9 DAYS, 8 NIGHTS | February 6 - 14, 2021 

Discover the Magic of Costa Rica with myXOadventures.com on our 9 day/8 night expedition through the exotic lands and cultures of this precious part of the world. You'll be amazed as we visit the famous Arenal Volcano, one of the most active in the world. 

Experience Mother Nature at her best at the Cloud Forest in Monteverde and revel in the pristine beaches of Guanacaste. The Gem of environmental diversity is located in Central America, on an isthmus where life seems to have itself been created. 

Costa Rica covers only .03% of the surface of our planet, yet has approximately 6% of the worlds biodiversity. Again, myxoadventures.com offers the most unique places on your bucket list with Costa Rica containing not only an exotic abundance of wildlife, but has been bestowed with 4 designated Unesco World Heritage Sites. 

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DAY BY DAY ITINERARY

DAY 1: Departing USA, Arriving in San Jose

After arrival in Juan Santamaria International Airport, we'll be met by our guide and be transferred to the Studio Hotel at San Jose. Our highly rated 4-star Hotel is located in central San Jose and celebrated for its eco-friendly tourism practices. 

Our local guide will review our itinerary and answer any questions we may have before our adventure begins. This evening we have time to spend exploring San Jose on our own, or enjoying the amenities of the hotel.

DAY 2:  Arenal Volcano and Tabacon Hot Springs

Breakfast (included with your stay)

​Today, we'll start our trip driving north on the Pan American Highway over lush rolling hills of sugarcane and coffee plantations. Inevitably we make a must do stop at the famous town of Sarchi. It's earned international fame as the birthplace of Costa Rica's Artisans. 

Afterward, we'll continue our trip through diverse plantations with a bounty of agricultural products, ornamental plants and cattle ranches until we arrive to La Fortuna for lunch at a cozy restaurant offering fresh Costa Rican Cuisine. later, we'll enjoy the most extraordinary view of the Arenal Volcano on a gentle hike of approximately 1 1/2 hours along the base of this marvelous wonder of nature. 

​To cap it all off, there is nothing better than relaxing in the hot Springs where you'll be able to enjoy a variety of thermal pools and a delicious dinner. We'll be staying at the Mountain Paradise Hotel, a luxury hotel with stunning mountain views. 

Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner, Transportation and Entrance Fees to the Hot Springs and Hike

DAY 3: Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge

The Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge is a humid area considered to be one of the richest in biological diversity of all Costa Rica. We'll find a variety of resident and migratory birds plus three different species of monkeys as well as iguanas, sloths, turtles and caymans. 

You'll begin your adventure at Los Chiles village only 4km from the Nicaraguan Border. There you will begin a four-hour floating safari through the Tropical Rain Forest and Pastures until we arrive at the grassy and herbaceous marsh.

​Overnight at the Arenal Kioro

Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Tour guide, entrance fees.

Day 4: Monteverde and Coffee Plantations

After breakfast we'll continue our journey to Monteverde, known for its Reserve which is perfect for nature lovers. On a beautiful ride of approximately 3 hours, you'll enjoy breathtaking views of the northern plains of Costa Rica. Our guide will teach us the importance of each habitat and the history of each town we pass. 

The coffee tour, which begins with the wonderful history of coffee in the world, followed by its history and importance in Costa Rica's development. Later during the tour, we'll see many other aspects of the culture and traditions of Costa Rica. During this part of the tour, we'll get to see the life of coffee, from the seed to the delicious final product, the cup of "Joe". 

The second part of our day is the chocolate tour, of which is a different and perfect compliment to coffee. It's a significant contribution to rescuing the traditions and culture of the country. 

The third part of the tour will be about sugar cane and its history, plantations, harvesting, processing and production of various products. You'll even be able to personally experience the art of producing sugar cane juice!


​Included: Breakfast, Dinner at a local restaurant, transportation, guide and entrance to the coffee tour. Overnight at the El Establo Hotel. 

Day 5: Monteverde Cloud Forest

Today our expert guide will take you to visit The Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, the largest of the private protected areas, with over 25,730 acres of land. More than 500 species of orchids cling to the limbs of enormous trees, while vines, ferns, mosses and lichens fill every space available. 

The Cloud Forest of Monteverde houses more than 130 species of mammals, 400 species of birds, including the beautiful quetzal, 30 species of hummingbirds, 5000 species of moths and 3000 species of plants. It is a nature lovers paradise.

After visiting the Monteverde Reserve, you'll enjoy lunch and the rest of the afternoon at your leisure to relax and experience nature at its best, or take and optional activity: Canopy Tour, Sky Walk and Sky Trek, Frog Pond or Butterfly Farm. 

​Overnight at the El Establo Hotel

Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Transportation, tour guide and entrance fee. 

Day 6: Guanacaste

​After enjoying two of the best destinations in Costa Rica for nature lovers, it's time to visit Guanacaste. Famous for the best beaches and home of the Dry Tropical Rain Forest. This excursion will take approximately 3 hours while you enjoy the amazing views and history of the local towns. 

Overnight at the Tamarindo Diria Resort
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Included: Breakfast, Dinner, Transportation, tour guide.

Day 7: Guanacaste Vida Aventura Nature Park

​Vida Aventura is the best excursion in nGuanacaste. It
s the perfect mix of adventure and pleasure in one day. For friends or couples the tour is made for everyone. If you only have one day free to see the country, this tour will give you the best experience. Zip Lining, Horseback Riding, 2 Volcano views, Hot Springs, Spa, Mud Bath, all in one day. 

Vida Aventura is located in the Guanacaste Mountain Range so you can enjoy all these exhilarating activities without the high temperatures and the hotel and humid climate of the low lands.  

Enjoy Guanacaste as you wish!

Overnight at Tamarindo Diria Resort

Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Transportation, Guide, horseback riding, zip-line, trails and hot pools. 

Day 8: Guanacaste

Enjoy the resort and the Tamarindo Beach. Today is at your leisure and there are plenty of optional tours of which to choose. 

Overnight at Tamarindo Diria

Included: Breakfast and Dinner

Day 9: Farewell Costa Rica!

​Today we will be picked up by our guide in the lobby of our hotel and transferred to LIR International Airport.

We hope you've enjoyed your hand tailored tour of Costa Rica with myXOAdventures.com and welcome you to join us on our next adventure!

Included: Breakfast, Transportation and guide.

Itinerary Subject to change.

INCLUSIONS

• Deluxe Accommodations Throughout
• ​Breakfast Every Day.
• 4 Lunches, 5 Dinners.
• All Admissions to sites visited per itinerary.
• English Speaking Professional Guide.
• Guided Tours per itinerary.
• Escorted by myXOadventures.com owner, Daniel.
• Tours per the itinerary​.
• All ground transportation per itinerary.

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