Solo High
One Ticket, Pura Vida! 10 days-09 nights
3 nights Arenal, 2 nights Monteverde, 4 nights Tamarindo
Discover Costa Rica on a rewarding solo journey that blends volcanoes, cloud forests, and sun-kissed beaches. Begin near the iconic Arenal Volcano with guided hikes, lava fields, waterfalls, and breathtaking views from the Sky Tram and hanging bridges. Continue to the misty Monteverde Cloud Forest for immersive nature walks and a fascinating night wildlife tour. End your adventure in Tamarindo, where golden beaches, mangrove estuaries, and relaxed coastal vibes invite both exploration and downtime. Thoughtfully paced and rich in nature and culture, this itinerary offers the perfect balance of adventure, discovery, and pura vida moments.
Day 01: Arrival in Liberia
Arrive at Liberia International Airport, where your guide will greet you, provide a brief overview of your vacation, deliver your travel documents, and introduce you to your driver. After saying goodbye to your guide, begin the approximately 3 ½ hour private transfer to the Arenal Volcano region.
Arenal is home to Costa Rica’s most iconic volcano, surrounded by tropical rainforest, natural hot springs, and vibrant wildlife. Its landscape blends adventure, relaxation, and breathtaking views, making it a premier destination for explorers and nature lovers alike.
Overnight: Hotel Royal Corin or similar
Day 02: Arenal Volcano
Hike Arenal Volcano National Park, explore the old lava fields and tropical forests. Visit La Fortuna Waterfall and enjoy lunch nearby. Stunning views and wildlife encounters throughout the day.
Overnight: Hotel Royal Corin or similar
Day 02: Arenal Volcano
Hike Arenal Volcano National Park, explore the old lava fields and tropical forests. Visit La Fortuna Waterfall and enjoy lunch nearby. Stunning views and wildlife encounters throughout the day.
Overnight: Hotel Royal Corin or similar
Days 03: Arenal Volcano
Sky Walk & Sky Tram Adventure
This area offers volcano views that can be observed from an aerial Sky Tram that rises 236 meters (780 feet) in 1250 meters (4125 feet) ride. The tram resembles a ski lift with hanging gondolas and takes participants up to a mirador (lookout point). You will be accompanied by a Naturalist Guide in order to point out and explain more about the wild species found in the preserve. The tram stops at some points on the way, allowing the visitors to take photographs or spotting native wildlife. At the lookout point, there is a platform designed to see the surrounding rainforest as well as a panoramic view of the volcano and Arenal Lake.
As you step out of the tram, an aerial tram your guide will continue with you to enter the Canopy Walkway. This walk consists of a trail which connects a series of suspension bridges located over the treetops. The trail ascends along some ravines and hills, permitting the visitor opportunities to spot wildlife while crossing through dense forest as well as light gaps.
Note: The initial part of the walk is steep before reaching the first suspension bridge. The walk might involve some backtracking on part of the trail.
Overnight at: Hotel Royal Corin or similar
Day 04: Lake Crossing to Monteverde
Scenic journey across Lake Arenal combining a minibus, boat, and 4×4 drive along mountain roads with panoramic valley views. The total duration is approximately 3 hours.
Discover Monteverde Cloud Forest, renowned for its misty mountains, winding trails, and network of hanging bridges. Home to an extraordinary diversity of flora and fauna, including resplendent quetzals, orchids, and bromeliads, the forest offers immersive encounters with nature, stunning panoramic views, and a tranquil atmosphere that captivates both adventure seekers and wildlife enthusiasts.
Day 04: Lake Crossing to Monteverde
Scenic journey across Lake Arenal combining a minibus, boat, and 4×4 drive along mountain roads with panoramic valley views. The total duration is approximately 3 hours.
Discover Monteverde Cloud Forest, renowned for its misty mountains, winding trails, and network of hanging bridges. Home to an extraordinary diversity of flora and fauna, including resplendent quetzals, orchids, and bromeliads, the forest offers immersive encounters with nature, stunning panoramic views, and a tranquil atmosphere that captivates both adventure seekers and wildlife enthusiasts.
On the evening of your arrival in Monteverde, you will participate in the following adventure:
Monteverde Night Tour
Meet your Nature Guide and transportation at the lobby of your lodge and drive for approximately 20 minutes to El Refugio Monteverde. This land was once used for farming coffee, bananas, and vegetables. However, nowadays the farm became a refuge for critters that find shelter within the boundaries. This area is home for different animal habitats where mammals, reptiles and amphibious coexist with insects, spiders and many more species of wildlife. Assisted by your Nature Guide, you navigate the trails in search of unaware critters. You may find sleeping birds, tarantulas, sloths and occasionally snakes or frogs.
Overnight at: Monteverde Lodge or similar
Day 05: Monteverde Cloud Forest Nature Walk
Guided walk through misty cloud forest trails, offering excellent opportunities to spot toucans, monkeys, and, when in season, the resplendent quetzal. As you stroll beneath towering trees draped in moss and orchids, your naturalist guide will share fascinating insights about the forest’s delicate ecosystem and remarkable biodiversity.
Day 05: Monteverde Cloud Forest Nature Walk
Guided walk through misty cloud forest trails, offering excellent opportunities to spot toucans, monkeys, and, when in season, the resplendent quetzal. As you stroll beneath towering trees draped in moss and orchids, your naturalist guide will share fascinating insights about the forest’s delicate ecosystem and remarkable biodiversity.
Day 06: Monteverde – Tamarindo Beach
At a convenient time, meet your driver and begin the approximately 3-hour private drive to Tamarindo on the Northern Pacific Coast.
Tamarindo has a long beach with great waves, and it’s perfect for those just learning how to surf as well as the more experienced surfers. This town also offers great swimming, fishing and water sports. Because of its central location, tourists often base themselves here and explore different attractions in Guanacaste. Tamarindo is situated only 1 hour away from the Liberia airport, and the different beaches in the area offer a variety of activities for those who want to spend their time in the sand and the sun.
Overnight at: Hotel Cala Luna
Day 07: Tamarindo Beach
Tamarindo Estuary Guided Boat Experience
Tamarindo Wildlife Refuge protects a large estuary, mangrove forest and tropical dry forest in an area covering almost 500 hectares. A small and slight boat will take you to the narrow canals being able to observe local wildlife including bird species and monkeys while learning about the unique ecosystem of the mangrove forest. You may see various tropical water birds, basilisk lizards and monkeys.
Duration: 3- 3.5 h. Departure time depends on local tide.
Overnight at: Hotel Cala Luna
Day 07: Tamarindo Beach
Tamarindo Estuary Guided Boat Experience
Tamarindo Wildlife Refuge protects a large estuary, mangrove forest and tropical dry forest in an area covering almost 500 hectares. A small and slight boat will take you to the narrow canals being able to observe local wildlife including bird species and monkeys while learning about the unique ecosystem of the mangrove forest. You may see various tropical water birds, basilisk lizards and monkeys.
Duration: 3- 3.5 h. Departure time depends on local tide.
Overnight at: Hotel Cala Luna
Day 08 – 09: Tamarindo Beach
Two full days at leisure to take advantage of the hotel´s facilities, explore the surroundings or participate of optional activities at additional cost.
Overnight at: Hotel Cala Luna
Day 10: Tamarindo Beach – City of Liberia – Departure
At a convenient time, meet your driver for the approximate 1-hour and 20 minutes’ private drive to the Liberia Airport.
Request this package today! Prices start at USD$10,158
Day 10: Tamarindo Beach – City of Liberia – Departure
At a convenient time, meet your driver for the approximate 1-hour and 20 minutes’ private drive to the Liberia Airport.
Request this package today! Prices start at USD$10,158