Costa Rica: Arenal to Puerto Viejo

Hike through historical lava trails from the 1968 Arenal Volcano eruption that covered most of the surrounding rainforest. Enjoy impressive views of the volcano along the way.

Immerse yourself in the world of organic farming: Learn everything you want to know about growing pineapples in a sustainable way: from the indigenous roots to modern sustainable crops. At the end of the tour, relax in a lush tropical setting with a refreshing fruit smoothie or a slice of sweet, fresh pineapple.

Exercise your body and mind in Sarapiqui. Whether you're new to yoga or a self proclaimed yogi, a teacher will guide you through different poses in a lush setting. Please dress for movement, yoga mats are provided.

In tropical, rainforest surroundings, the Sarapiqui River won't disappoint as you navigate the warm waters in your Kayak. For safety reasons, weight restrictions apply to this activity.

Costa Rica is home to more than 100 bat species, several of which you’ll see on this tour. Start by viewing a multi-media presentation on the history and classification of bats, then follow a trained guide and observe the bats who are studied for research projects.

Guided by members of a local BriBri indigenous family, learn about the traditional BriBri way of life. The vegetation surrounding the area is put to good use: discover how chocolate and other plants are traditionally used for medicinal purposes and witness the traditional way of making chocolate.

Enjoy a fun, informative introduction to the world of sloths (and maybe meet our mascot, Tico, along the way!). Visit sloth enclosures in the Learning centre before boarding a fiberglass canoe to experience the animal’s natural habitat. Learn about the rescue, rehabilitation, research and release of Costa Rican sloths at this family-run sanctuary. *Though you will see sloths up close, only sanctuary staff can handle sloths.

Learn how to pair ingredients behind traditional Costa Rican cuisine from the Pacific coast. Work with the flavors of the local area to create diverse dishes that tie back to African, European and local indigenous roots. And after a lesson in slicing and dicing, you’ll educate the palate the old-fashioned way with a well-earned hearty dinner.

Escape to the Caribbean coast to explore Cahuita National Park. The park is considered one of the nicest in Costa Rica and is home to an extraordinary array of wildlife on both land and sea, and is also a nesting ground for sea turtles.

In the mid-1800s, fisherman from Jamaica and the West Indies began settling along Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast. Today, this laidback Afro-Caribbean community influences the “other side” of Costa Rica with Trinidadian Calypso and Jamaican Reggae beats. Indulge in the Afro-Caribbean rhythm and get ready to move your feet to the fresh sound of the marimba, banjo and drums!

Basílica de Nuestra Señora de los Ángeles, Santiago Apostol Parish Ruins visit, Cartago Municipal Museum visit