Itinerary

DAY 1:
Mountain Bike: Orosi Valley Ride
Approximately 30 miles
Cooking Class:: Create a typical Tico feast
Your Trek Travel guides will meet you at the Hampton Inn & Suites (Hwy 1 Airport Blvd, Alajuela, Costa
Rica 1017) at 9:00 AM on the first day of the trip. You and your traveling companions will transfer to the
Orosi Valley. This beautiful location is surrounded by a halo of rain forests and active volcanos. After a hearty
picnic lunch, your guides will spend some time fitting and familiarizing you with your Trek bike. Then
you’ll take the road for a breathtaking ride through lush rain forests and farmland. Along the way, stop at
one of the tiny villages for a cool refreshment before continuing on toward Turrialtico Mountain Lodge,
our home for the night. This evening, we will reconvene for a private cooking class, where you will learn
the secrets of typical Costa Rican fare. While savoring the dinner you prepared together, enjoy the views
and relax to the sounds of nature.
Hotel | Turrialtico Lodge | www.Turrialtico.com

DAY 2:
Whitewater Rafting: Pacuare River
Today you will experience the fun and thrills of rafting a renowned tropical river. After a Tico style
breakfast at our hotel, board the bus for a short shuttle that will take you to the banks of the Pacuare River.
Considered one of the most scenic rivers in the world, the Pacuare will “wow” you with exciting rapids,
cascading waterfalls, deep rainforests, birds and butterflies. Here you will meet our river guides, who will
prepare you for a 2-day rafting adventure. After being versed in safety and paddling technique, you will
be ready to tackle the Class III-IV rapids of the Rio Pacuare. For the night, we will stop at a river camp
hidden in this lush, tropical forest. Deep in the wilds - where jaguars, ocelots, monkeys, sloths and an
incredible variety of birds are at home - a gourmet meal is being prepared for you. You are sure to share
many stories and much laughter with your fellow adventurers in this beautiful setting, before you retire to
your cabana for well-deserved sleep.
Hotel | Safari-Style River Camp | www.ExploradoresOutdoors.com/Pacuare-Rafting-Tour.html

DAY 3:
Whitewater Rafting: Pacuare River
Awaken this morning to sounds of the jungle birds and breathe in the fresh tropical air. The river guides
will prepare a gourmet breakfast to begin your second day of rafting. Exploring more of the Pacuare
tropical paradise, you will understand why the Pacuare has been named one of the top 10 river trips in
the world by National Geographic! Enjoy a dip in the warm waters at the gorges of Dos Montañas after
another delicious lunch, prepared by the rafting guides on the river’s shore. At the put out, our driver Luis
is waiting for us. In the late afternoon, a scenic drive brings you to the next hotel, Lomas del Volcán, tucked
away in a remote corner of paradise. Tonight the entire group is invited to join our friend Doña Hilda
in her backyard. Here we will meet the whole family, while enjoying warm Costa Rican hospitality and
homemade food. In a truly informal and friendly atmosphere, you will come to appreciate and understand
what this country is all about.
Hotel | Lomas del Volcán | www.LomasDelVolcan.com

DAY 4:
Guided Hike: Private Rainforest Reserve
Swimming: La Fortuna Waterfall
Zipline: Arenal
We start today in the rain forest with our naturalist guide at the Ecocentro Danaus where you will be
introduced to many of the tropical animals of the area, including the famous poison dart frog. Our visit to
this educational center will segue into a hike at the mighty La Fortuna waterfall, a perfect place to take a
dip in the fresh waters below and enjoy the cool air of the river gorge. After lunch, you have the chance to
experience a bird’s eye view of the rain forest as we take a thrilling canopy tour. You might even encounter
a howler monkey in its own home. Back at the hotel you may decide to book time at a local hot spring for
some well-deserved R&R after an action-packed day or take in the spectacular views of the Arenal volcano
while lounging by the hotel pool. Arenal is the most active volcano in Costa Rica and welcomes visitors
with regular thundering shows of smoke. This evening is for you to explore the small town of La Fortuna or
relax at the hotel.
Hotel | Lomas del Volcán | www.LomasdelVolcan.com

DAY 5:
Mountain Bike: Café Diria to Playa Carrillo
Approximately 16 miles
Short Option: Hilltop Route to Playa Samara
Approximately 15 miles
Avid Option: Cafe Diria to Playa Samara
Approximately 20 miles
It is time to say “Adios” to the Arenal Volcano and begin your journey toward the warm coastal region
of Guanacaste. During the drive, you’ll have the chance to gaze at the world-renowned windsurfing
destination, Arenal Lake, and admire the picture-perfect view. The first destination of the day is the
Cooperativa Guanacaste, Café Diria, a coffee plantation where Dennis, the local agronomist, will show
you how the co-op grows the “grano de oro” (grain of gold) using organic methods. After a picnic lunch,
it is time to jump on your bike and head toward the ocean. During your ride, you’ll cross small villages
tucked into tropical dry forests and teak plantations. The call of the howler monkey will provide the
best soundtrack you can think of for a fantastic ride on a dirt road, undulating through the Costa Rican
countryside. Your destination is a tropical oasis on the beaches of Samara, Hotel Sol Samara. This evening is
yours to explore the village of Samara and its many restaurants.
Hotel | Hotel Sol Samara | www.SolSamaraHotel.com

DAY 6:
Surf Class or Ocean Kayaking:
Mountain Bike: Playa Samara to Playa Guiones
Approximately 18 miles
Avid Option: Playa Guiones out and back
Approximately 35 miles
After waking up to the sound of birds, continue your vacation with a private surfing lesson or some ocean
kayaking and snorkeling on the Pacific. Ride the surf at Playa Samara, or explore a small, offshore island
with a kayak. Whatever you decide to do, a qualified guide or instructor will be with you to ensure that
you can safely experience the ocean’s might, beauty and fun. Enjoy lunch on your own in Samara before
deciding what to do this afternoon. Maybe you want to take another opportunity to ride your bike along
the coast and explore deserted beaches, where the waves crash onto the untouched sand. Or you may want
to enjoy some R&R on the beach close to the hotel and a visit a nearby spa, or some last-minute shopping
in the town of Samara. Tonight you will sit down with your travel companions for a last dinner together
filled with fresh seafood. Salud!
Hotel | Hotel Sol Samara| www.SolSamaraHotel.com

DAY 7:
Departure for San José:
Once again, you will awaken to the sounds of the tropical Costa Rican forest. This is our last day together,
and after enjoying breakfast, we will say “Adios” to the ocean and depart for San José. At 9:00 AM you
will board a shuttle from Hotel Sol Samara to Juan Santamaria International Airport (about 4 hours) where
you’ll say farewell to your guides. From there, you may board your flight home or take a taxi to adventures
on your own. We recommend that you do not reserve a flight before 3:00 PM. Please be aware that there is
a $28 departure tax that must be paid in cash at the airport before checking in for your flight.   

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