Overview
Why visit Costa Rica with us?
Costa Rica is a biodiverse paradise—home to active volcanoes, ancient cloud forests, and thriving wildlife. With LABUSA Travel, you don’t just visit Costa Rica—you experience its soul. Our expertly curated journeys blend comfortable accommodations, local-guided adventures, and cultural connections, ensuring you see both iconic highlights and hidden gems. From bird-watching in the Monteverde cloud canopy to learning traditional crafts in Sarchí, let us guide you to the heart of Costa Rica’s pura vida lifestyle.
The journey at a glance
- San JoséDay 1
- ArenalDay 2 - 4
- MonteverdeDay 4 - 7
Highlights
Highlights at a Glance
A catalog of the volcanoes, cloud forests, and wildlife across San José, Arenal, and Monteverde.
- VolcanoArenal Volcano
- Cloud ForestMonteverde Cloud Forest
- CapitalSan José museums & culture
- Hot SpringsArenal’s natural hot springs
- CanopyZip-lines & hanging bridges
- WildlifeSloths, toucans & rainforest fauna
Itinerary
Travel Itinerary
Details
San José
Day 1-
Day 1; Arrival in San José
Arrival at Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO).
Private transfer to your downtown hotel.
Walk through historic San José, including the National Theater and Central Market.
Optional: Evening welcome dinner featuring Costa Rican specialties.
Drive time to hotel: Approx. 35 minutes
Arenal
Day 2 - 4-
Day 2; Move to Arenal
Depart San José after breakfast.
Scenic drive past coffee and pineapple plantations to La Fortuna at the base of Arenal Volcano.
Stop at La Fortuna village for a local lunch.
Afternoon visit to Eco Termales hot springs to relax amidst jungle scenery.
Drive time: Approx. 4 hours
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Day 3; Morning Guided Walk
Morning guided walk across Arenal Hanging Bridges to explore the rainforest canopy.
Afternoon free time to explore or choose optional excursions like waterfall horseback ride or volcano-view zipline.
Monteverde
Day 4 - 7-
Day 4; Journey to Monteverde
Journey to Monteverde through scenic highland landscapes.
Arrive in the cloud forest and settle into your hotel.
Evening at leisure with optional night-walking tour to spot nocturnal wildlife.
Drive time: Approx. 3.5 hours
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Day 5; Naturalist-Guided Walking Tour
Naturalist-guided walking tour of Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve.
Afternoon free time—consider a canopy tour (Sky Tram & Sky Trek) or visit the hanging gardens of hummingbirds and orchids.
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Day 6; Sarachí
Depart Monteverde for Sarchí, Costa Rica’s artisan capital.
Watch craftsmen paint traditional ox carts, then continue to San José.
Farewell group dinner in the city.
Monteverde to Sarchí: Approx. 3 hours.
Sarchí to San José: Approximately 1.5 hours.
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Day 7; Depart San José airport
Breakfast and private transfer to San José airport for your onward flight.
Transfer Time: Approx. 40 minutes.
Where you stay
Accommodations
Choose the collection that suits your group; upgrades available on request. Prices are per person and subject to change.
Smart Stay
- Select 3–4 star lodges: comfortable, well-located, with local character.
- Starting at $2,180 per person
Signature
- Handpicked 4 star hotels and eco-lodges, balancing comfort and authenticity.
- Starting at $2,650 per person
Luxury
- Premium 5 star lodges with top-tier amenities and exclusive experiences.
- Starting at $3,230 per person
Why You'll Love Costa Rica
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San José
Costa Rica’s vibrant capital blends elegant colonial architecture with a modern urban pulse. Explore the historic National Theater, browse colorful stalls at the Central Market, and taste authentic Costa Rican dishes in local sodas.
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Arenal
At the foot of the majestic Arenal Volcano, La Fortuna is an adventure playground. Traverse rainforest hanging bridges, unwind in steamy natural hot springs.
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Monteverde
Shrouded in mist, the Monteverde Cloud Forest is a biodiversity hotspot. Embark on guided nature walks through the Santa Elena Reserve, search for elusive quetzals and vibrant orchids, and soar above the treetops on the Sky Tram and Sky Trek.