This 8-day Costa Rica trip is perfect for the active traveler hoping to experience Corcovado in the most engaging way possible. After an exhilarating 2-day whitewater rafting trip, head toward the untamed Osa Peninsula and Corcovado National Park - one of the only places in Costa Rica where large groups of endangered scarlet macaws still color the sky. Off the beaten path enough to avoid the Costa Rica vacation crowds, Corcovado rewards you with spectacular scenery and unmatched opportunities to spot elusive wildlife. Use the park’s trail system to stroll along deserted beaches, marked in places with cascading waterfalls, and penetrate the dense interior rainforest. National Geographic calls Corcovado "the most biologically intense place on Earth" - surely a destination to put on your "don't miss" list!
Highlights
Whitewater raft down the Class III-IV rapids of the Pacuare River
Search for elusive wildlife such as scarlet macaws, sloths, and anteaters
Camp on sandy beaches along the jungle's edge
Explore paths weaving between sandy beaches and the forest in Corcovado
Activities that provide a reasonable level of physical challenge and elevate the heart rate. Focused on more active pursuits including multisport tours. Travelers may be active 5-7 hours total each day. Recommended for travelers with active lifestyles.
This morning you head east toward the Caribbean and the Class III-IV whitewater of the Pacuare River for two days of whitewater rapids, jungle-filled canyons, and spectacular waterfalls. One of Costa Rica’s most exciting whitewater vacations, tonight you’ll stay at a riverside lodge. On the way there, you’ll drive through the spectacular rainforest of Braulio Carrillo National Park. After two thrilling days plunging through the exhilarating rapids of the Pacuare River, you’ll return to San Jose at the end of Day 3 in time for dinner on your own and a relaxing evening before tomorrow’s flight to the wild Osa Peninsula.
Fly from San José to Puerto Jiménez, then travel overland and on foot along the beach to reach La Leona EcoLodge, a secluded tented camp on the edge of Corcovado National Park. Stay in an ocean-view tent with direct access to Costa Rica’s most remote rainforest. Hike with a bilingual guide into the park to spot monkeys, macaws, and other rare wildlife. Enjoy time to explore independently, walk quiet forest trails, or relax at the lodge.
On your last day here, enjoy Corcovado as you wish before walking to Carate on a 30-minute coastal walk, crossing one river and soaking in the wild coastal scenery. From Carate, take a land transfer to Puerto Jiménez, where you'll catch a flight to San José. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for the night.
This morning, head back to Carate to catch a short connecting flight to Puerto Jimenez, where you connect with your flight to San Jose. Don't forget to watch the almond trees carefully for scarlet macaws. Upon your return to San Jose, you're on your own to explore the city, take a coffee tour, or just relax in your charming hotel. Pura vida!
Day 8: Return Home
1 Breakfast
After breakfast this morning, enjoy your last moments in San José. Extend your trip with a visit to Arenal Volcano or the Pacuare River. Click here to see our Costa Rica tours!
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$2,149
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Initial deposit is $400, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 70 days (10 weeks) prior to departure by bank transfer, check or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
The trip might have been the absolute best of our lifetime (thus far). We particularly want to commend our guide Peter in the Guilin area-he was so incredibly attentive, energetic, enthusiastic-and absolutely dedicated to ensuring that our meals were 100% vegetarian.
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