Afternoon

• Arrive at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) before 1:00 pm.
• Your Trip Leader will pick you up from the airport and we’ll head to the rainforest! (~3.5 hour drive). 
• If you are prone to motion sickness we suggest taking any medication before the drive. It’s a beautiful and winding drive through the mountains of Costa Rica.
• Stop for souvenirs and snacks in Los Angeles Cloud Forest as you marble at all the green and lush mountains around you.
• Visit a local farm where you'll learn about sugar cane, taste fresh fruits, and enjoy your first homemade Costa Rican dinner prepared with organic ingredients.

Evening

• Settle into your amazing rooms surrounded by nature and get ready to meet your new friends as you enjoy your first delicious dinner at the eco-lodge

Morning

• Enjoy your first amazing breakfast at the eco-lodge, fresh coffee, organic vegetables and homemade breads await for you.
• After breakfast you can hike around the Ranch or fly through the tree tops at one of the World’s best zip-ining tours in Costa Rica (zip-lining is optional and not included).

Afternoon

• After a nice morning walking around the property, enjoy a tasty lunch at the eco-lodge made with the vegetables produced at the farm.
• Explore the grounds on a tour of the eco-lodge, learn all about the organic farm and the use of sustainable sources of energy and good ecological practices while taking in the great views of the surrounding mountains.

Evening

• Enjoy another wonderful dinner at the eco-lodge while listening to the sounds of nature at night.
• Take the evening to get to know your new friends while enjoying a nice tropical drink under the stars.

Morning

• Start the day with new energy provided by the lush forests of Costa Rica and enjoy another tasty breakfast at the eco-lodge.
• Depart to La Fortuna to enjoy more outdoor activities. "La Fortuna" is Spanish for "The Fortune" and was named for the towns fertile lands.
• Explore Arenal Lake on a pedal board and visit the local waterfall in the middle of the rainforest, a local spot where you can freshen up into a natural pool.
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Afternoon

• Get a local and delicious lunch called a “casado” while you are exploring La Fortuna and freshen up with a delicious fruit ice cream.
• Spend your last afternoon soaking up at the hot springs, warmed naturally at Termalitas del Volcan and let your muscles relax after a few days filled with incredible adventures (optional activity).

Evening

• After a full day of activities, enjoy another wonderful dinner at the eco-lodge and get ready for another day of adventures out in the wild.
• Enjoy the hammock in your bungalow and rest while taking in the surrounding landscape.

Morning

• Enjoy a delightful breakfast at the eco-lodge, get the feel for the true Costa Rican morning flavors with a nice coffee and a plate of tropical fruits.
• Spend the morning hiking various trails on the property or choose from the following optional adventures: white water rafting, kayaking in the Arenal Volcano Lake or enjoy a relaxing yet adventurous horseback riding tour around the lush farmlands.

Afternoon

• After lunch, opt for a hike to the Arenal Observatory in search for monkeys, toucans and other wild animals (optional activity) or relax at the hotel.

Evening

• Tonight you’ll enjoy the closing dinner at the eco-lodge with your new friends where you will all share your best moments of the adventure you just had.
• Optional night out in La Fortuna to finish your amazing trip with a high note, full of latin music and cocktails (transportation not included).

Morning

• One more amazing breakfast at the eco-lodge before you head towards Costa Rica's world famous beaches.
• Pick up several new friends who'll be joining us at the beach and tour the little town of Alajuela.

Afternoon

• Make a quick stop at Rio Tarcoles where you can see groups of Costa Rican Crocodiles. These crocs can reach lengths of up to 12 feet!
• Arrive at Playa Hermosa. A beautiful black sand beach recognized as having one of the most consistent surf breaks in the world.
• Soak in your first sunset in Costa Rica. Remember to bring your bathing suit!

Evening

• Enjoy your first dinner (and drinks?) right by one of the coolest black sand beaches in the country.
• Depart for our boutique hotel in Manuel Antonio (~1 hour drive).
• After getting settled in, it's up to you whether you want to relax or hit the town.

Morning

• Enjoy an authentic Costa Rican breakfast right at your hotel.
• Depending on the tide and the weather your Trip Leader will take you to our favorite secret beach in the area.
• Spend the morning lounging under the Costa Rican sun away from tourists.

Afternoon

• Head to the beach for an optional surf lesson.
• Learn how to surf from some of Costa Rica’s best surf instructors on one of Costa Rica's best beaches (depending on the tide).

Evening

• Enjoy a Costa Rican dinner at our boutique hotel.
• Optional night out and salsa lessons. ($10 per person + transportation)

Morning

• Have a delicious Costa Rican breakfast.
• For those craving an even further off-the-beaten-path activity, you can spend your day hiking to epic hidden waterfalls in Quepos. Even the drive will be an adventure as we traverse through little known dirt roads.

Afternoon

• Take the local bus to the local farmers market in Quepos to sample tropical fruits, cheeses, and much more.
• Relax on El Malecon with a perfect view of the sun setting over the ocean.

Evening

• Enjoy dinner in town and have an optional night out on the town with your new friends.

Morning

• Immerse yourself in the local community of El Cocal by learning how to cook a delicious Costa Rican meal.
• Learn about Costa Rican culture and traditions from local friends.

Afternoon

• Have lunch in El Cocal with your new friends.
• Enjoy local music and dancing with the community.
• Relax at the local beach with your group and soak in the tropical views of Costa Rica.

Evening

• Enjoy the last dinner out at Manuel Antonio.
• Optional night out or star gazing.

Morning

• Enjoy one final breakfast in paradise with your group of friends before departing to the airport to catch your flight back home.
• Be sure your flight departs after 1:30 pm. Transportation is provided back to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO).
• We look forward to welcoming you into our close-knit travel community.

The September 11, 2019 itinerary visits the beach first and then rainforest. The order of the days is reversed.