Welcome to Costa Rica!l!

Upon your arrival in San Jose. our team will be ready to welcome you at the airport. We will provide assistance and all the information you need to feel well-prepared for your upcoming Costa Rica adventure. Your private guide will be with you throughout the trip, ready to share local insights and make the experience your own.

Today is all about settling in and enjoying a restful start before the experiences ahead.

Accommodation: Radisson San Jose.

The day begins around 6:30 a.m. with a hotel pick-up in San Jose and a scenic drive through Braulio Carrillo National Park. Along the way. there's a stop for a traditional Costa Rican breakfast before continuing to the docks. From there. the adventure continues with a boat ride through Tortuguero's rivers, canals, and lagoons.

Upon arrival at the hotel. guests are welcomed with a refreshing cocktail and lunch. In the afternoon. a guided walk along the hotel's private trail offers the chance to explore the local flora and fauna. The day concludes with a delicious dinner at the hotel.

During your time in Tortuguero, you will be joining a larger group for most of the services, while your private guide will also be with you.

*The entrance fee to the national park ($16.95 per person) is not included in the package.

Accommodation: Evergreen Lodge

This morning, you will join a guided boat tour through the Tortuguero canals, offering the chance to admire the region's natural beauty and observe wildlife in their habitat. Back at the hotel. a typical Costa Rican breakfast is served. prepared with fresh local flavors.

At midday. enjoy lunch at the hotel. followed by a visit to the Green Turtle Museum (STC) to learn about these remarkable species. There is also time to walk along the beach and explore the town of Tortuguero. a charming Caribbean village. (Please note: museum entry is not included.) You may opt to skip the museum and meet the boat around 30 minutes later.

The day concludes with dinner at the hotel. a perfect way to relax after a full day of exploration.

Enjoy a traditional Costa Rican breakfast at the lodge before continuing your journey to Cahuita, taking in the diverse landscapes along the way.

Approximate morning schedule:

8:45 am - 9:15 Departure from hotel

10:45 - 11:00 arrival to dock

12:30 - 1:00 lunch on route

This afternoon, prepare for a culinary treat as you're welcomed into the home of the lively Carleen, a proud and delightful woman who will enchant you with her stories and expertise in Pakua culture, the heritage of the descendants of the slaves who worked on the plantations here centuries ago.

Thanks to her mother tongue, often playfully referred to as "broken English," Carleen has no trouble communicating with you while you feel the history in every interaction. With her infectious laughter, Carleen will guide you through the art of Caribbean cooking, teaching you how to prepare traditional dishes. Learn to open plantain, prepare crispy "patacones," extract fresh coconut milk (a fun challenge!). and savor the flavors of a delicious local fish meal-don't worry. vegetarian and vegan options are available too!

Accommodation: Cariblue

Day 5: Puerto Viejo Relax

Enjoy a relaxed free morning in Puerto Viejo, Limon - stroll along the colorful streets, sip fresh coffee at a local cafe, browse artisan shops, or take a refreshing dip at Playa Cocles before the day's adventures begin.

The afternoon is yours to enjoy in Cahuita or Puerto Viejo. Spend the day relaxing on the beach or exploring the village. You can swim. try local food. or just unwind and take it easy.

Accommodation: Cariblue

After breakfast. embark on a journey to connect with the indigenous traditions of the Meleruk community through a unique cacao cultural experience.

This immersive tour offers insight into the ancestral knowledge and spiritual significance of cacao for the Meleruk people. You'll discover their deep connection with the sacred seed, learn about the traditional use of the stone mill-an essential tool for preparing medicines. food, and cacao-and explore its role in daily life and rituals.

Guided by a local host. you'll visit a traditional ranch where the ancestral preparation of cacao is demonstrated. Here. you'll savor a rich cacao drink while listening to stories that reveal why cacao is regarded as both an ancestral medicine and a sacred element in Meleruk cosmology and history. The village is located 30 minutes away from your hotel. The full activity takes between 2-2.5 hours.

Accommodation: Cariblue

Enjoy a comfortable private transfer from Cahuita to Turrialba, a lush, green region known for its fertile farmlands, scenic rivers, and authentic rural charm. Home to volcanic landscapes, rich cultural traditions, and world-class rafting, it offers travelers a peaceful escape surrounded by nature and local life.

Once in Turrialba, we will visit a stunning estate and coffee plantation for a delicious lunch. After eating, you will learn about coffee production at one of Costa Rica's largest coffee farms on this guided tour. At the Estate, you'll see the process from seed to cup after visiting the local community and hearing about coffee agronomy and its importance to Costa Rica. Then, learn about coffee roasting and cupping and get a taste. You will also have a short visit to a Waterfall, a serene, hidden cascade surrounded by lush coffee fields, offering a refreshing and peaceful natural stop.

A special exotic menu dinner will be served at Casa Turire hotel.

Accommodation: Casa Turire

Have a relaxing morning at Casa Turire gardens before returning to San Jose. On the way back to San Jose, you may stop for lunch at various points and enjoy the slow pace of the day. You will be back in San Jose right on time to visit souvenir stores in the capital city.

A farewell five-course dinner at the renowned Restaurant Silvestre is included this evening (drinks not included).

Overnight stay at Radisson San Jose.

Fly home with new friendships, recipes, and memories that will stay with you long after the trip ends. Today, you will be taken to the airport with the necessary time to check in for your international flight back home.