In only one trip you will have the great opportunity to see the highlights of these two Central American countries: Panama and Costa Rica. Experience the unique sensation of the natural canals of Tortuguero National Park and the breathtaking active Arenal volcano in Costa Rica. Continue to Panama and explore the unspoiled tropical beaches of Bocas Del Toro and the misty cloud forests of Boquete in the mountains.
Day 01 Arrival in San Jose
After your arrival to San Jose international airport our representative will transfer you to the hotel for your first night in Costa Rica. Enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of the hotel or experience the active nightlife of San Jose. Overnight at the Palm House Inn Hotel in San Jose
Day 02 San Jose – Tortuguero (B, L, D)
Early in the morning you will depart for Tortuguero in the north-east of the country. Enjoy a scenic drive through the Braulio Carrillo National Park and admire its lush vegetation. Continue by boat and marvel at the beautiful surrounding during a three-hour boat ride through the canals of Tortuguero. After your arrival to the lodge a welcome cocktail and a rich lunch will be served. The afternoon is free at leisure. Relax nearby the pool or explore the nature on one of the many hiking trails. Overnight at Mawamba Lodge in Tortuguero
Day 03 Tortuguero Canals (B, L)
Today enjoy a scheduled boat tour through the narrow canals in the Tortuguero National Park. Observe the bursting amount of tropical wildlife. Learn more about the flora and fauna of this 21’000 hectares reserve of tropical rainforest. This will be your lifetime jungle adventure. Overnight at Mawamba Lodge in Tortuguero
Day 04 Tortuguero – Arenal (B)
Today you will head towards your next adventure. Ride by boat back to Caño Blanco Port and continue by bus to Guápiles, where you will have lunch. A shuttle transfer will bring you to the area of the famous Arenal volcano. Be part of the extraordinary spectacle and, watch its flawless silhouette. Overnight at the Arenal Volcano Inn Hotel in Arenal
Day 05 Arenal Volcano Hike – San Jose (B)
After breakfast you will be picked up at the hotel and transferred to the far west side of the Arenal volcano. Explore for approximately one hour the Silencio Trail and enjoy your unique surrounding. Continue then by shuttle back to San Jose. Overnight at hotel El Rodeo Country Inn in San Jose
Day 06 San Jose – Bocas del Toro (B)
In the morning you will be transferred to the local airport in order to catch your flight to Colon Island in Bocas del Toro, Panama. Continue by boat to your hotel Playa Tortuga. The rest of the afternoon is free at your disposal. Enjoy the laid-back atmosphere of the Caribbean and the beautiful beaches. Overnight at Playa Tortuga Hotel in Bocas del Toro
Day 07 Dolphin Watch and Snorkeling Tour (B)
Start the day with a boat tour to Laguna Bocatorito, where you will have the chance to see dolphins playing in the water. Next you will stop at Coral Key to do some snorkeling. Continue to Red Frog Beach in the afternoon. Here you will have some time to take a swim or to relax at the beach. On your way back to the main island you will pass Hospital Point for some snorkeling. Overnight at Playa Tortuga Hotel in Bocas del Toro
Day 08 Bocas Del Toro – Boquete (B)
Today you will head towards the interior of Panama, to Boquete. This small and charming mountain village is famous for one of the richest coffee and sweetest oranges in Panama. The small village and its surroundings are famous for an exuberant amount of birds, similar to those found in the higher parts of the cloud forests. Probably the most famous inhabitant is the Resplendent Quetzal, national bird of Guatemala. This bird is unfortunately almost extinct, but could find a refuge in this area. You will arrive to Panamonte Hotel in the afternoon. The rest of the day is free to explore the town and the surroundings. Overnight at the Finca Lerida Lodge, standard room in Boquete
Day 09 Bird Watching Tour Senderos de los Quetzales (B)
In the early morning you will depart from Boquete and start the Senderos de los Quetzales. This is one of the most amazing trails in Central America for bird watching, particularly to see the Resplendent Quetzal. Afterwards you will return to your hotel. The afternoon is free at your disposal. Enjoy one of the many activities and tours offered in this area, or just relax at the hotel. Overnight at the Finca Lerida Lodge, standard room in Boquete
Day 10 Return to San Jose (B)
Today you will be transferred to David where you will catch your flight back to San Jose. Our representative will pick you up and bring you to the Hotel El Rodeo Country Inn. Overnight at Hotel El Rodeo Country Inn in San Jose
Day 11 Departure (B)
Our representative will pick you up at the hotel and bring you to the International airport in San Jose for your flight back home.
