Day 1 – June 2: Arrival in San José

• Midday arrival, airport pickup

• Check-in, welcome dinner & trip briefing

Day 2 – June 3: Monteverde & Cloud Forest

• Drive to Monteverde

• Visit Selvatura Park (hummingbirds, butterflies, treetop walks)

• Optional night walk in the forest

Day 3 – June 4: Hanging Bridges & Local Life

• Guided walk across Monteverde’s famous hanging bridges

• Optional ziplining

• Afternoon visit to a coffee & chocolate plantation

Day 4 – June 5: Arenal Volcano & Hot Springs

• Scenic drive to La Fortuna

• Soak in natural hot springs with volcano views

• Free evening for rest or spa

🐊 Day 5 – June 6: Gator Encounter & Wetlands Adventure

• Morning visit to a wildlife sanctuary and wetlands near Arenal

• Observe and feed native caimans (Costa Rican gators) in a safe, guided experience

• Learn about their behavior, environment, and role in Costa Rica’s ecosystem

• Short boardwalk hike through lush marshes

• Optional boat ride or canoe tour nearby

• Evening at leisure in La Fortuna

Day 6 – June 7: Caribbean Coast – Cahuita National Park

• Travel east to Cahuita

• Hike rainforest trails and swim in reef-lined beaches

• Caribbean-style dinner

Day 7 – June 8: Pacific Paradise – Manuel Antonio

• Transfer to the Pacific Coast

• Explore Playa Escondida and Playa Manuel Antonio

• Optional sunset catamaran cruise

Day 8 – June 9: Manuel Antonio National Park

• Wildlife spotting and relaxing beach time

• Farewell dinner with ocean views

• Morning guided hike through Manuel Antonio National Park

• Explore lush rainforest trails, hidden coves, and panoramic ocean views

• Spot sloths, capuchin monkeys, iguanas, toucans, and more

• With luck, witness a rare wild puma sighting — these elusive big cats are known to roam the park, especially early in the morning or near quiet forest edges (no guarantees, but always a thrill when spotted!)

• Relax or swim at one of the park’s stunning beaches

• Free afternoon for optional kayaking or spa

• Farewell dinner with ocean sunset views

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Day 9 – June 10: Return to San José

• Early transfer to airport (arrives before 10:00 AM)