Two Mountains Family

Introduction

This journey takes you to the two most popular inland destinations, Arenal Volcano and Monteverde Cloud Forest. After your Mountain trek, we'll take you to an exclusive, very small hotel for some great rest and relaxation!

Travel Package Details

Highlights - 8 days, 7 nights great for families, with exploration and fun for the whole family Itinerary: - 2 nights in Arenal @ Arenal Kioro (includes suite room, taxes, full breakfast buffet and unlimited access to hot springs) - 2 nights in Monteverde @ Hotel Heliconia (includes taxes and junior suite) - 3 nights in Manuel Antonio @ Issimo Suites (includes suite room, taxes and breakfast) - all boat and land transport included Customize: change hotels in Arenal | Manuel Antonio | Monteverde change adventures in Arenal | Manuel Antonio | Monteverde Available Dates: This vacation package runs all year. Call for more details.

*prices include all sales and tourism taxes

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1-2

Drop into San José international airport, grab your bags, and grab a air-conditioned van to the Arenal Volcano region! You first few days will be spent enjoying the majestic views of an active volcano at a very special hot springs hotel, Arenal Kioro.

The Kioro is just 10 kilometers from La Fortuna in San Carlos, with a spectacular view of Arenal Volcano. Family run and friendly and great personal service.

It's surrounded by two streams with clear waters that flow from the nearby National Park. Only 53 chalet suites with international restaurant on premises, and a breathtaking panoramic view (every room has two terraces. Arenal is an active volcano, sometimes with spectacular lava flows at night!

Your stay includes unlimited access to their local thermal waters nearby.

If you feel more adventurous, may we suggest attaching one of our featured Arenal tours which include biking, horseback riding, ecoTours and fishing in Lake Arenal! We certainly suggest the overland 2 Mountains Horseback Riding tour between Arenal and Monteverde; pack your bags onto your horse, or for a small fee have them driven from Arenal to Monteverde! There is no better way to see inland Costa Rica!

Day 3-4

From Arenal Volcano to Monteverde Mountain - and the mysterious Monteverde Cloud Forest. You'll travel first by van, then by boat over Lake Arenal, then by van to your next destination, Hotel Heliconia.

Hotel Heliconia is a chalet-style hotel nestled into the mountains. It also has a 600-acre private reserve. Spacious with great views.

The Monteverde Cloud Forest preserve, the main attraction in the area, supports over six different life zones which includes over 100 species of mammals, over 400 species of birds (including the infamous Quetzal ) and butterflies, 120 species of amphibians and reptiles, 2500 species of plants as well as tens of thousands of insect species. This is a great place for families, couples or for any traveler looking to get off the beaten path and relax in a quiet, mountain atmosphere.

This reserve, under the administration of the Tropical Science Center, is known world wide for its biodiversity and is visited each year by many tourists and scientists. We would strongly recommend that all those who visit Monteverde take a hike at one of the two reserves. A guide is a plus as you will learn a lot but this is an awesome experience with our with our a naturalist guide. All the trails are in fair condition and well marked.

Take a look at some of our featured Monteverde tours, including the Monteverde Cloud Forest Tour.

Day 5-7

From the mountain to a fantastic beach hotel! Your next destination is Manuel Antonio, located on the Central Pacific (west). You will stay at the luxurious Issimo Suites, a tastefully decorated and designed with a stunning views (of both ocean and jungle), large suite rooms (there are only 8 suites in the entire place), and great amenities. This hotel is nestled into a snorkeling cove right on Manuel Antonio beach. This hotel is great for families because it affords surrounding activities and the rooms are large.

Besides of the well-known natural beauty of the surroundings, and its world famous Manuel Antonio National Park, this is a very exciting and fun place to be. Here you can find numerous activities to satisfy the most demanding needs.

You'll have 3 whole days in Manuel Antonio; make the most of it with an incredible adventure tour! >

Day 8

And back to San José you go! Spend some time shopping and taking in the people and culture of this peaceful and friendly place. Since we almost immediately whisked you off to Arenal without delay, this is the time to absorb the local culture! Museums, restaurants and zoos abound, as well as cultural exhibits and fun events.

Pricing

$1345 per person.

--- Remember: we can customize any of our standard Costa Rica Vacation Packages!