Suite Costa Rica Retreat
Suite Costa Rica Retreat
Suite Costa Rica Retreat: In this “suite” package, we have you visiting Costa Rica’s big three – cloud forest, volcano, and beach – while enjoying 5-star luxury. You’ll start your journey an hour north of San Jose in the cloud forest at Peace Lodge. Visit and interact with a wide variety of rescued animals in Peace Lodge’s wildlife preserve or learn all about butterflies in the world’s largest observatory. Continue two hours north to the stunning Arenal Volcano for your stay at the awe-inspiring Springs Resort and Spa, a thermal hot springs resort with volcano views. Enjoy endless hours soaking in the thermal hot springs when you’re not participating in the outdoor adventure activities at Club Rio. Finally, fly over the rainforest to your final destination along the Central Pacific, Manuel Antonio. Privileged ocean views can be seen from your suite’s balcony at Los Altos or from their infinity pool. Try to spot all three species of monkey during your Manuel Antonio National Park walk and then relax along the powdery sand beach within the park.
Duration: 9 days
*Price Range: $$$
*Rates inclusive of full vacation experience – hotels, tours, domestic transfers, and tax (excluding international airfare). Actual price based on length of travel, number of travelers/rooms, seasonal rates (high, low, peak), number of tour activities, and mode of domestic transportation.
$$$: At or under $1,200 per person.
$$$: $1,200 – $1,800 per person.
$$$: $1,800+ per person
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Day 1
Fly into Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) where one of our local airport representatives will meet you before immigration holding a sign with your name on it. They will guide you through an expedited immigration process and to baggage claim. Outside the airport you’ll find your private transfer that will be waiting to help you with your luggage. You’ll head an hour up into the misty mountains and check into your luxurious stay at Peace Lodge. Natural elements blend seamlessly with rustic architecture throughout the property with large stone fireplaces and waterfall stone showers in every room, for example. This evening, relax with a glass of wine in the warm jacuzzi on your balcony while overlooking the cloud forest ridge.
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Day 2
Today you’ll visit two of the Central Valley’s main highlights, the Poas Volcano and La Paz Waterfall Gardens. You’ll travel just 20 minutes from Peace Lodge to see the lagoon inside the active Poas Volcano crater. After your visit to Poas Volcano, return to Peace Lodge to visit the different wildlife exhibits where rescued animals such as cats, birds, and monkeys reside. Continue your journey within the Peace Lodge property to their waterfall garden trail where you’ll hike alongside various cascading waterfalls for wonderful photo opportunities.
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Day 3
A two hour private transfer through the mountains will take you to the iconic Arenal Volcano. Check into Arenal Volcano’s most glamorous hotel, The Springs Resort and Spa, and head straight to their on site thermal hot springs. You can enjoy unlimited use of The Springs Resort’s hot springs as a guest of the hotel.
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Day 4
Directly on The Springs Resort property is an outdoor adventure center called Club Rio. Spend a half day or full day enjoying all there is to do at Club Rio – river tubing, rock climbing, horseback riding, and guided nature hikes. For those travelers that are missing their electronic games from home, The Springs also has a Game Lounge featuring various video game consoles as well as table tennis, foosball, and board games. Spa junkies will love the massive, 14,000 sq. ft. head-to-toe spa. Start and conclude your spa treatment with a soak in the hot springs.
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Day 5
Enjoy a day of exploration and adventure outside of The Springs Resort. Start the day with a guided nature walk along hanging suspension bridges, allowing for a bird’s eye view of the rainforest canopy. Pick up the pace in the afternoon as you fly above and through the treetops on a canopy zip-line. Return to The Springs for a final evening of therapeutic relaxation in the mineral hot springs.
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Day 6
Enjoy aerial views of winding rivers through thick rainforest as you fly from Arenal down to Quepos along the Central Pacific. A 15 minute drive from Quepos will bring you to the sleek Los Altos Resort. Check into your plush luxury suites and admire the Pacific Ocean view from the main balcony. Dine at Karola’s open-air restaurant or have a private chef prepare and serve dinner within your suite.
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Day 7
No stay in Manuel Antonio is complete without a visit to Manuel Antonio National Park. A guided walk in the early morning offers the best wildlife viewing opportunities when the animals are more active in cooler daybreak temperatures. After the guided nature walk, unpack your beach bag and enjoy pristine white sand and vibrant blue waters inside the national park.
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Day 8
Spend your last full day in Costa Rica soaking up every ray of sunshine from the pool or on the beach. When you need a break from the sun, head inside for a deep tissue massage or chocolate mint body scrub. Explore one of the many local restaurants in Manuel Antonio for your last dinner, such as the delicious Cafe Milagro.
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Day 9
Take a 25 minute flight from Quepos airstrip back to San Jose for your international flight home.
Itinerary Highlights:
- Visit one of the largest butterfly observatories in the world at Peace Lodge
- Walk along La Paz Waterfall Garden to see 5 waterfalls, the tallest being 121 ft.
- Enjoy unlimited access to The Spring Resort and Spa’s thermal hot springs
- Get a bird’s eye view of the rainforest from the hanging bridges and canopy zip-line
- Search for all three species of monkey in Manuel Antonio National Park
Best for: Family, Couple, Wellness/Spa, Romance, Group, Luxury
Bucket list experiences: cloud forest, butterfly observatory, volcanoes, wildlife, waterfalls, rainforest, volcano, hot springs, beach, Manuel Antonio National Park
Accommodations & Location:
- Peace Lodge, Poas
- The Springs Resort & Spa, La Fortuna
- The Preserve at Los Altos, Manuel Antonio
Every Central America Vacation itinerary includes 24/7 in-country support. We’re here with you every step of the way to insure the best experience possible, from the initial planning stages to the moment you’re on your flight home!