Drive to Arenal and make a stop enroute at the stunning La Fortuna Waterfall. Hike around the base of the Arenal Volcano while you observe lava flow along its seams. Bathe in the nearby hot springs at the Springs Resort & Spa, while sipping on your favorite drink. Travel through the natural forest with suspended cables as you observe the spectacular views above the jungle canopy. Be sure to bring your camera as White faced Monkeys are frequently observed in the area. Conclude your vacation with a beach stay along the Pacific Coast.

Enjoy a private airport transfer with vehicle, and professional driver. The transfer is approximately 30 mins (22km/14mi). Enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or relax at your hotel. Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price).

Seated in San Jose's downtown core, the Hotel Presidente is a modern hotel with exceptionally friendly and helpful staff. The 100 rooms are equipped with air conditioning and all the features of home. Rooms are clean, and comfortably appointed. One may dine at the hotel restaurant or visit any of a plethora of hotels in the city. The hotel bar is known for great people-watching, as it has a bar counter looking onto the street.

San José was founded in 1737 and is a pleasant mixture of traditional and modern Spanish architecture. Places of interest include the Teatro Nacional, the Legislative Assembly building, and the Parque Central, east of which is the Cathedral. The National Museum and the Museum of Gold are also worth a visit.

Transfer from San Jose to Arenal Hotel - Please note that this service is shared - there will be other people on this transfer - it is a scheduled transfer. The total transfer time is approximately 3.5 hours (150km/93mi) Enjoy lunch at leisure (not included in tour price). Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price).

The hotel Arenal Springs offers the perfect combination between relaxation, comfort, and exuberant tropical scenery, as well as the best view of the Arenal Volcano from any vantage point in the premises. Located at only 2 and-a-half hours from San José, the hotel Arenal Springs offers the perfect combination between relaxation, comfort, and exuberant tropical scenery, as well as the best view of the Arenal Volcano from any vantage point in the premises.

Arenal contains an active Volcano, and also the only dwarf cloudforest in Costa Rica. The crater of the volcano is 1.5km (1-mile) wide and contains a hot-water lake which changes color from turquoise to green to grey. It is also a whitewater rafting center with routes on the Rio Toro and Rio Sarapiqui.

Waterfall repelling is known as "Canyoning". You will be picked up from your hotel and begin your adventure with a 30-minute 4x4 drive into the tropical rainforest outside the town of La Fortuna, in the shadow of the Arenal Volcano. This adventure includes 5 rappels, 4 of which are along side or right in waterfalls, and one dry rock face. After this sensational adventure we will return to the base camp to enjoy a typical lunch. Return to the hotel after the tour has finished. Adventure sports require that you are in good physical condition to participate. Morning Departure, Duration 4 Hours (approximately)


Recommended list to bring with you:

•Easy dry clothes

•Bathing suit

•Secure shoes ( Sports Sandals and water shoes are best)

•Extra change of clothing for after the tour

•Sunscreen
Enjoy lunch at leisure (not included in tour price). You will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to the rainforest close to the Arenal Volcano. Enjoy a leisurely hike for 1.5 hours through the rainforest while your shared guide offers the history of the Arenal Volcano. This park is located at the base of the Arenal Volcano and is filled with wildlife including monkeys, toucans, coati and a large variety of bird species. Conclude the tour at the Springs Resort - soak in the hot mineral baths and enjoy! After a soothing soak in the hot springs, enjoy a lovely dinner at The Springs Resort, prepared in a colonial style rustic kitchen. Enjoy the local cuisine - a true authentic experience. Return to your hotel in the evening. Afternoon departure (3:45PM approximately) Duration 6 Hours ( approximately) Overnight at Arenal Springs Resort.

You will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to The Caño Negro Nature Preserve. This preserve offers some of the most abundant bird watching opportunities in Costa Rica. On an average day floating down the canal, you can expect to see 40 species of birds, as well as various sloths, monkeys, caimans, lizards, bats, turtles, and iguanas! Tour includes a stop for lunch (typical Costa Rican cuisine) along the way. Morning Departure, Duration 8 Hours (approximately) Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price). Overnight at Arenal Springs Resort.

Transfer from Arenal to Manuel Antonio. Please note that this is a shared service, there will be other people on this transfer. Total transfer time is approximately 5.5 hours (243km/151mi). Enjoy lunch at leisure (not included in tour price). Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price).

A lovely boutique hotel located on the central Pacific Coast of Costa Rica in Manuel Antonio, one of the most beautiful coastal national parks in the country. Surrounded by the rain forest at the top of the hill, Byblos offers opportunities for adventure-sport travelers and relaxation seekers alike. Affordable and convenient hotel accommodations and activities are offered.

Well-kept and well-guarded, Manuel Antonio National Park features five kinds of forest, some with characteristic rainforest vegetation. Orchids and ferns, jaguars, ocelots and the Baird tapir may be seen here. There are trails through the park and many lookouts. Horseback riding and whitewater activities also available.

Enjoy time at leisure in Manuel Antonio. There are many optional activities you can choose to add to your itinerary during your stay here, please let us know if you wish to add any of the following activities (optional activities not included in tour price) Optional activities: White Water Rafting, Zip Canopy tour, Nauyaca Waterfalls by horseback, Catamaran sunset sail, ATV rentals and more! Enjoy lunch at leisure (not included in tour price). Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price). Overnight at Byblos Resort & Casino.

Private transfer from Manuel Antonio to San Jose. (car/driver) Time/Distance: Approximately 3.5 hours - Approximately 120 miles/192 kms Kensington Tours donates a portion of proceeds to our charitable initiative www.kensingtoncares.com which supports education-based initiatives in disadvantaged communities.

Depart from San Jose international airport - end of itinerary.