Trip Dates: November 25th – December 1st, 2023
Early Bird! The first 8 girls save $140 on this trip!
What comes to mind when you think Costa Rica? Volcanoes, rainforests, beaches, wildlife? Get ready to see that and much more on this 7-day adventure-packed trip! Stand tall next to volcanoes, swim by towering waterfalls, and relax on the beach while you discover what ‘Pura Vida’ truly means.
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7 Days / 6 Nights
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8-20 Girls
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6 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 3 dinners included
- Double occupancy in 3-star hotels (single rooms available)
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Additional optional activities, check the FAQ!
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Fly into Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)
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Fly out of Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)
This trip is an action packed week full of fun activities and excursions. Get ready to see, do and eat all the things!
Overview
From Waterfalls to Volcanoes, Ziplining to Kayaking – there are LOTS of adventures to be had in Costa Rica!
Highlights
- 20 Spots max
- 3* Star Hotels with double Occupancy (Solo Rooms Available for an additional cost)
- Fly into Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)
- Fly out of Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)
Itinerary
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Bienvenidos and welcome to Costa Rica!
Today there will be a few shuttles from the airport, so it’s time to start relaxing and enjoying your trip straight away! We recommend looking for flights that arrive before 4pm on this day, just to ensure you have lots of time to explore and walk around.
You will drop your luggage off at the hotel, and have the rest of your afternoon to explore should you wish.
This evening, we will meet for a welcome dinner and to toast to a great week together!
Arrival: Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)
Includes: Airport Transfer, Welcome Dinner
Today we set off to the amazing Arenal Volcano, situated in La Fortuna.
The whole journey will feature some breathtaking stops in different landmarks, such as an Organic Farm visit situated in rural farmlands. You will have the opportunity to learn all about the different crops they nurture and grow, visit the farm and have a delicious local lunch.
After lunch, the journey will continue towards Arenal Volcano, where you will hike through hardened lava flows, witnessing breath-taking views of an up close volcano, and take time to learn all about the local plant and animal species.
We are certain, that after your small trek and immersion into local nature, you would love the opportunity to soak off in some Hot Springs… so let’s do it! These hot springs are located at the bottom of the volcano, so it really is a bath with a view.
Tonight, you will enjoy dinner at the Hot Springs before returning back to your hotel for the evening.
Overnight in La Fortuna
Includes: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Organic Farm Visit, Guided Trek up a Volcano, Hot Springs Visit
This morning is free time or after breakfast join the group on an Optional Canyoneering Adventure!*
Optional: Join us on an adventure to a local canyon! You’ll have the opportunity to rappel down huge waterfalls, jump into beautiful pools, zip down guided ropes, climb down canyon walls and boulders, and hike up through the luscious rainforest!
This is a thrilling, cannot-miss, opportunity! And after you’ve finished jumping and climbing and walking everywhere and anywhere, if you choose this excursion, your lunch for the day will be included. A good level of fitness to partake in this activity.
This afternoon, the whole group will meet back up with each other and head on down to the La Fortuna Waterfall. This waterfall is guaranteed to blow your mind, and is the perfect back drop to any shots you need for your socials! The local wildlife and vegetation will keep you good company while you explore the waterfall, potentially even taking a dip in the cooling waters where able and weather allowing!
Tonight dinner is completely up to you, so grab your sense of adventure and step out into the night.
Overnight in: La Fortuna
Included: Breakfast, La Fortuna Waterfall visit
*The Optional Activity is an extra charge, read the FAQ for more information!
This morning you will set off after breakfast towards the beautiful beachy land of Jacó.
Once you arrive at your hotel, you’re welcome to enjoy the rest of your day, exploring everywhere and anywhere. Explore the town, enjoy the beautiful beach, make plans with the other girls or just relax at the pool this afternoon.
Overnight in Jacó
Includes: Breakfast, transfers, to Jacó
Today is another packed day of optional adventures! Hang out at the beach or join us on both of these adventures today!
Optional: After breakfast this morning, you have the opportunity to head out on a kayaking adventure in the ocean! Once we’ve kayaked and landed on a local beac, you’ll have time to swim and wade your way through the crystal clear water, and plunge deep beneath it’s waves by snorkeling with some colorful tropical fish!
Should you opt for this adventure, your lunch will be included – a relaxing beach picnic.
Then, as the afternoon begins, you will have another optional adventure available: Ziplining! You’ll head out on a specially designed tractor which will take you to the top of the zipline; then you’ll plunge down 3.5km, along one of the longest cables in the Central Pacific. We highly recommend keeping your eyes wide open to really take in the amazing nature surrounding you, as you venture from tree to tree – line to line.
By the middle of the afternoon, the whole group will be reunited to continue your day doing whatever you want! Why not head down to the beach for a lovely relaxing dip in the ocean? Or head into town and scope where you could spend the evening drinking and eating away! The world is your oyster!
Included: Breakfast
Overnight in Jacó
*Read the FAQ for more details on the optional activities.
Today is your final full day in heaven, let’s finish with a bang!
Today were headed out on on the ocean for one last fun adventure – an amazing Catamaran Day Trip! Sail out on the ocean to a local island, lunch is included and there will be many opportunities to swim and snorkel along the way too! Enjoy the views, the vibes, and relax after a long fun week of adventure. Its the perfect way to end a trip in Jaco Costa Rica!
Tonight, after a week of excellent adventures and breathtaking views, you will all join together as a group to bid adieu to Costa Rica, and see you next time!
Overnight in Jacó
Included: Breakfast, Farewell Dinner, Catamaran Day Trip
All good things must come to an end. Enjoy one last breakfast before saying goodbye to Costa Rica. Today there will be a few scheduled shared shuttles to the airport to help you catch your flights. Please look for afternoon departure flights as it may take us some time to get back to the airport!
Pura Vida!
Included: Breakfast, Airport Transfers
Activities Included
Inclusions
- Double Accommodation in 3* Hotels
- 6 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 3 dinners included
- Organic Farm Visit
- Arenal Volcano Hike
- Hot Springs Visit
- La Fortuna Waterfall Visit
- Catamaran Day Trip
- Activity transfers
- Airport Transfers inside of designated times
Exclusions
- International Fights
- Food & Drinks/Alcohol/Beverages not listed on the inclusions
- Visas (if applicable)
- Travel Insurance (required)
- Airport Transfers outside of designated Times
- Any transportation not listed in inclusions
- Optional Activities: Canyoneering, Ziplining, Sea Kayaking (Additional costs apply)
FAQ
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International flights to and from the trip destination are not included. Only flights that are included are listed in inclusions. We can’t include flights as people come from all over the world on our trips! Looking for flights? Check out Kayak.com or Google Flights!
Each trip is different, at least 2 dinners plus breakfast every day is included. The Inclusions has the exact list of food included! Dietary & allergy information will also be collected leading up to the trip to ensure you’re taken care of.
A minimum of 25% down payment is due at the time of booking. The down payment is refundable until your spot is confirmed at which time it becomes non-refundable. Your spot is confirmed after the first 8 bookings are made. The remaining balance is due 60 days prior to the trip. If you book within 59 days from trip start, the full amount will be due at booking.
Travel Insurance is required for this trip. You can get quotes all over the internet but Rachels favorites are Travel Guard by AIG or World Nomads.
As of January 2023, Adventuring for Life is not requiring proof of covid vaccination for the trips. It is still strongly recommended that you are vaccinated and by signing up for this trip you accept all responsibility for your health & care if you test positiive for covid on or after the trip.
As of September 2022, Covid tests are not required to return to the USA or Canada.
Once the trip is confirmed with 8 spots booked, the 25% deposit is non-refundable. Additional payments over the 25% are refundable until we are 60 days out from the trip.
At the 60 day mark all payments are due and the trip is 100% non-refundable.
If you need to cancel your spot prior to 60 days before the trip starts, there is a $100 cancelation fee and the remainder can be used on a future Adventuring for Life trip.
If you cancel 1-59 days prior to the trip, it is 100% non-refundable.
Travel Insurance is highly recommended, especially for ALL International Trips, to protect you in case you do have to cancel at any point.