You'll travel independently to Costa Rica by plane. A taxi will be waiting for you at the airport to take you to your hotel. There, you'll meet the group in the evening and get ready for the days ahead.

After a leisurely breakfast in the hotel's orchid garden, you'll travel to the 3,432-meter-high Irazú Volcano. From the summit, a breathtaking panorama unfolds. Its main crater measures approximately one kilometer in diameter and is 300 meters deep – the largest of its kind in Costa Rica. The last eruptions were in the 1960s, but the volcano remains active today. Plumes of smoke and ash often rise from the craters. In addition to the main crater, you'll also explore the smaller secondary craters. On your way to the hotel, you'll stop at Guayabo National Park. Here you'll find one of the most important pre-Columbian archaeological sites in the country, offering a fascinating glimpse into Costa Rica's history and culture.

In the morning, you'll continue your journey to the Caribbean coast and Puerto Viejo. There you'll check into your accommodation, which will be your home for the next four nights. The afternoon will be free for swimming in the warm waters of the Caribbean Sea or relaxing on the idyllic beaches.

Today you'll explore Cahuita National Park. It was established in 1970 to protect the biodiverse coral reef and tropical forest. During your hike, you might be lucky enough to spot sloths, anteaters, capuchin monkeys, and various bird and snake species. At Playa Vargas beach, you can enjoy a refreshing swim in the ocean.

After breakfast, you'll travel to Bambu in the Talamanca Valley. The dense forests of this mountain range are home to the indigenous Cabécar and Bribri peoples. You'll cross the Sixaola River by boat and then hike approximately 8 km to the village of Yorkín. There, an indigenous family will warmly welcome you. You'll refresh yourself in the Eskuy River, witness traditional chocolate making, and learn about the harmonious way the people live in this region. In the afternoon, a traditional dugout canoe (cayuco) will take you back downstream to Bambu.

You can spend this day as you wish. You can relax on the beaches of Cocles, Playa Uva and Playa Chiquita, swim in the sea or take advantage of optional activities such as a zip-line tour or a visit to the Jaguar Rescue Center.

In the morning, the journey continues to La Pavona. There, you'll board a boat that will take you along rivers and canals to Tortuguero National Park. The landscape, with its wide lagoons and narrow waterways, is unique. In the afternoon, your German-speaking guide will lead you through the village of Tortuguero. From August to October, there is an optional evening opportunity to observe sea turtles laying their eggs.

Today you'll accompany German biologist Barbara Hartung, who has lived in Tortuguero for over 20 years. She'll show you the lowland rainforest on a hike and guide you by canoe through the canals and lagoons. Besides howler monkeys, caimans, and crocodiles, you can also observe herons and many other water birds here.

Today's journey takes you to the Arenal Volcano. En route, you'll stop at a restaurant specializing in palm hearts – a culinary experience offering fascinating insights into their cultivation and processing. In the afternoon, you'll relax in the Eco Termales hot springs, fed by the volcano.

In the morning, you'll hike through primary and secondary forest in the El Silencio Nature Reserve and climb onto a solidified lava field, which offers fantastic views of Lake Arenal. In the afternoon, you'll experience the rainforest from a completely new perspective – walking across the "Mistico" suspension bridge system.

Today we're heading to Río Celeste National Park. Your hike will follow the turquoise river to a picturesque waterfall in the forest. Afterwards, you'll continue on to the Rincón de la Vieja volcano.

You'll hike through a tropical dry forest, a landscape characterized by waterfalls, fumaroles, and primeval woodland. With a bit of luck, you might spot toucans, motmots, or armadillos. The hike culminates at the 40-meter-high Cangreja Waterfall, before returning to the lodge.

In the morning you will travel to Monteverde, famous for its unique cloud forest region. The afternoon is free for you to explore at your leisure.

Today you'll hike in the Monteverde cloud forest. The variety of orchids, ferns, trees, butterflies, and birds is breathtaking. With a bit of luck, you might spot the legendary quetzal or watch hummingbirds being fed.

The journey along the Pacific coast takes you to Manuel Antonio National Park. In the afternoon, you'll have time to enjoy the idyllic beaches and refresh yourself in the sea.

Today you'll explore the national park. Sloths, raccoons, armadillos, capuchin monkeys, and many other animals live here. Beautiful beaches, picturesque bays, and stunning viewpoints also await you.

The morning is yours to enjoy at your leisure. You can relax on the beach one last time, take an optional snorkeling trip, or visit the park. In the afternoon, we'll return to San José. If you wish, you can spend your last night in Manuel Antonio before heading home for an additional fee.

Your journey ends today. You will either begin your return flight to Europe or take the opportunity to extend your trip.