Choose your own adventure at Hacienda Guachipelin. For the most adventurous, begin your day with a horseback ride to the river for a morning of tubing. Next, soar through the canopy on a zipline before rappelling into a canyon. Or simply take a bus transfer to the river to enjoy a scenic float, guided nature walks, and a soak in the hot springs. There's something for everyone today. Refuel with a delicious lunch at the Hacienda restaurant before spending the afternoon exploring Las Pailas Trail in Rincon de la Vieja National Park, home to bubbling mud pools, volcanic activity, and abundant wildlife. End your day by relaxing in the soothing hot springs. 

Note: River tubing and ziplining have a minimum age of 8. Tubing has a minimum height of 140 cm (55 inches). 

Stay: Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin 

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner 

Begin your day with a delicious breakfast and a scenic hike through the forest to Oropéndola Waterfall. Enjoy a refreshing swim in its crystal-clear turquoise pool. Later, enjoy a hands-on cooking class at El Fogón de Chela, learning traditional Costa Rican recipes and savoring a farm-to-table meal. Enjoy a private motorcoach transfer to the Arenal area. In the afternoon, explore Arenal Observatory Lodge’s gardens, trails, and hanging bridges, with opportunities to spot monkeys, hummingbirds, and other wildlife.  

Stay: Arenal Observatory Lodge 

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner 

Spend the morning hiking Arenal Observatory’s trails and hanging bridges, enjoying views of the volcano and Lake Arenal. Visit Arenal Vida Campesina Organic Farm for a cultural experience and tortilla-making demonstration during lunch. End the day with a relaxing soak at Ecotermales Hot Springs, surrounded by lush tropical gardens.  

Stay: Arenal Observatory Lodge 

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner 

Enjoy the beautiful Sarapiqui River. An optional guided raft tour will take you through Class II and III rapids, provisioned with tropical fruit snacks and followed by lunch. In the afternoon, return to Arenal Observatory for relaxation or exploration time. After dinner, join a night tour to search for nocturnal wildlife such as frogs, bats, and kinkajous in the rainforest.   

Stay: Arenal Observatory Lodge 

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner 

Enjoy a transfer with beautiful views up to the emerald-green hills of Monteverde, where cool mist and lush forest set the tone for the day. Explore the famous Cloud Forest Reserve with your naturalist guide, keeping an eye out for quetzals and other hard-to-spot species along the quiet trails. Later, continue to Cerro Pinocho for wide-open Pacific views and a sunset you won’t forget.  

Stay: Hotel Poco a Poco Monteverde 

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner 

Enjoy a guided walk through Curicancha Wildlife Refuge, known for its rich biodiversity and hidden trails. Later, experience Costa Rica’s culture with a coffee and chocolate tour, followed by a night walk to observe nocturnal creatures like sloths and owls.  

Stay: Hotel Poco a Poco Monteverde 

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner 

After breakfast, transfer to Flamingo Marina in Guanacaste to board your UnCruise Adventures ship. Stop for lunch en route before concluding your land itinerary. Settle in, meet the crew, and enjoy a welcome dinner and route talk. 

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner 

Your adventure begins in remote Murciélago Bay, part of Santa Rosa National Park. Accessible only by boat, this area invites exploration by skiff, snorkel, or guided hikes. Enjoy scenic islands, vibrant underwater life, and pristine landscapes far from the crowds. 

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner 

Discover the diverse wildlife of Curú Wildlife Refuge, home to monkeys, exotic birds, butterflies, and crocodiles. In the afternoon, enjoy kayaking, paddle boarding, or relaxing at a beach gathering near beautiful Isla Tortuga. 

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner 

Explore Golfo Dulce, one of only four tropical fjords in the world and a birding paradise. Kayak or skiff along mangroves and lush rainforest shorelines, spotting endemic wildlife in this biodiversity hotspot. 

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner 

Experience the wild beauty of the Osa Peninsula near Corcovado National Park, one of the most biologically rich places on Earth. Hike Drake Bay’s rugged coast and watch for monkeys, reptiles, birds, and migrating humpback whales. Cool off with snorkeling or a refreshing river swim. 

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner 

Visit Isla San Lucas, once home to Costa Rica’s most notorious prison and now a national park. Tour preserved prison structures, hike forest trails, and kayak scenic coastlines. Later, stroll Puntarenas’ Paseo de los Turistas boardwalk, admire local landmarks, shop, and immerse yourself in coastal culture. 

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner 

Santa Elena Bay is known for its rich marine life including tropical fish, sea turtles, and coral reefs. Kayak pristine waters, snorkel over vibrant reefs, hike scenic trails, or simply relax on white-sand beaches. End your adventure with the Captain’s Dinner and a farewell slideshow. 

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner 

Enjoy breakfast on board, then bid farewell to your crew and fellow travelers. Transfer to Liberia Airport with unforgettable memories of your Costa Rican adventure.

Meals included: breakfast