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Costa Rica: Volcanoes, Cloud Forests & Zip-Lines

Hey, bucket list: prepare to get shorter, because this six-day trip through Costa Rica’s interior is jam packed with once-in-a-lifetime experiences.

Costa Rica: Volcanoes, Cloud Forests & Zip-Lines

Hey, bucket list: prepare to get shorter, because this six-day trip through Costa Rica’s interior is jam packed with once-in-a-lifetime experiences.

Costa Rica: Volcanoes, Cloud Forests & Zip-Lines

EXPERIENCE OVERVIEW

Hey, bucket list: prepare to get shorter, because this six-day trip through Costa Rica’s interior is jam packed with once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Staying in amazing hostels as you go, you’ll kick things off by catching views of the Poás Volcano’s massive crater en route to the outdoor adventure capital of La Fortuna. Hop on a boat and cruise across Lake Arenal on the way to Monteverde for some zip-lining above the cloud forest and whatever other optional activities get your adventure senses tingling.

highlights

  • Look across the active crater of Poás Volcano
  • Learn about coffee production and support a local community
  • Go zip-lining above the cloud forest canopy in Monteverde
  • Take advantage of free time to enjoy the hostels and choose from optional activities

Highlights

  • Look across the active crater of Poás Volcano
  • Learn about coffee production and support a local community
  • Go zip-lining above the cloud forest canopy in Monteverde
  • Take advantage of free time to enjoy the hostels and choose from optional activities
Hey, bucket list: prepare to get shorter, because this six-day trip through Costa Rica’s interior is jam packed with once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Staying in amazing hostels as you go, you’ll kick things off by catching views of the Poás Volcano’s massive crater en route to the outdoor adventure capital of La Fortuna. Hop on a boat and cruise across Lake Arenal on the way to Monteverde for some zip-lining above the cloud forest and whatever other optional activities get your adventure senses tingling.

Trip details

Trip Type: Small Group

Comfort: Basic

Starts: San José, Costa Rica

Finishes: Monteverde, Costa Rica

Duration: 6 days

Includes

ADDITIONAL INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS

Activities

  • Your G for Good Moment: Mi Cafecito Coffee Cooperative Tour, Sarapiquí Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Visit to Poás Volcano
  • Tortilla-making lesson and typical lunch at Mi Cafecito community project
  • Zip-lining in Monteverde
  • Orientation walks in La Fortuna and Monteverde
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Accommodation

  • Hostels (5nts).
  • 5 breakfasts, 1 lunch

Transport

  • Private vehicle, boat.

Group Leader

  • CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

ITINERARY

1<p class="sub-heading">Day 1: San José</p>

Arrive at any time, and choose to kick back at the hostel, or head out to explore the city before meeting up with fellow Roamies in the evening. Later, head out in the San Pedro neighborhood with your CEO and new mates in search of food and drink at one of the nearby happening spots. Buckle up, it's on!

2<p class="sub-heading">Day 2: San José/La Fortuna</p>

Set off today bound for La Fortuna with plenty to do along the way. First stop, the active Poás Volcano for epic views and photo opportunities by the crater. Next, head to a community coffee project to sample a cup and to learn about coffee production. Hungry? Sit down for a delicious typical lunch of freshly-caught tilapia from the local fish farm with plantains and the ever-present rice and beans. Then get hands-on with a tortilla-making lesson, full points for the best one! Roll into La Fortuna in the afternoon with time to settle into the hostel and grab a drink at the bar, and in the evening maybe treat yourself to a long soak in one of the many local hot springs. Hey, you deserve it right?

3<p class="sub-heading">Day 3: La Fortuna</p>

Ready for Adventure? There's so much to do in La Fortuna that we've given you an entire free day to choose for yourself, you'll thank us for it later. Maybe it's something active that's your jam like rappelling down a waterfall, whitewater rafting, or paddleboard on Lake Arenal. Otherwise, hanging out in the hostel with friends and a cold beverage is never a bad option either. A combination of these things you say? Sounds perfect!

4<p class="sub-heading">Day 4: La Fortuna/Monteverde</p>

If variety of transport is something you're looking for then you're going to love today. We'll make our way from La Fortuna by bus then boat across Lake Arenal then by bus again to the cloud forest of Monteverde. Scenery galore, keep the camera handy! Once we get to Monteverde don't get too comfortable yet as we'll head into the forest to fly across the canopy on zip lines for an adrenaline rush. Phew!

5<p class="sub-heading">Day 5: Monteverde</p>

Today is all about you, to do as much (or as little) as you want, it's all good! Maybe check out the hanging bridges in the canopy to look for birds and wildlife, go horseback riding, visit a butterfly garden or just kick back at the cozy hostel and relax with a local craft beer in hand.

6<p class="sub-heading">Day 6: Monteverde</p>

Depart at any time, or keep the adventure going to the beaches of the Nicoya Peninsula on the next leg of this journey.
<p class="sub-heading">Day 1: San José</p>
Arrive at any time, and choose to kick back at the hostel, or head out to explore the city before meeting up with fellow Roamies in the evening. Later, head out in the San Pedro neighborhood with your CEO and new mates in search of food and drink at one of the nearby happening spots. Buckle up, it's on!
<p class="sub-heading">Day 2: San José/La Fortuna</p>
Set off today bound for La Fortuna with plenty to do along the way. First stop, the active Poás Volcano for epic views and photo opportunities by the crater. Next, head to a community coffee project to sample a cup and to learn about coffee production. Hungry? Sit down for a delicious typical lunch of freshly-caught tilapia from the local fish farm with plantains and the ever-present rice and beans. Then get hands-on with a tortilla-making lesson, full points for the best one! Roll into La Fortuna in the afternoon with time to settle into the hostel and grab a drink at the bar, and in the evening maybe treat yourself to a long soak in one of the many local hot springs. Hey, you deserve it right?
<p class="sub-heading">Day 3: La Fortuna</p>
Ready for Adventure? There's so much to do in La Fortuna that we've given you an entire free day to choose for yourself, you'll thank us for it later. Maybe it's something active that's your jam like rappelling down a waterfall, whitewater rafting, or paddleboard on Lake Arenal. Otherwise, hanging out in the hostel with friends and a cold beverage is never a bad option either. A combination of these things you say? Sounds perfect!
<p class="sub-heading">Day 4: La Fortuna/Monteverde</p>
If variety of transport is something you're looking for then you're going to love today. We'll make our way from La Fortuna by bus then boat across Lake Arenal then by bus again to the cloud forest of Monteverde. Scenery galore, keep the camera handy! Once we get to Monteverde don't get too comfortable yet as we'll head into the forest to fly across the canopy on zip lines for an adrenaline rush. Phew!
<p class="sub-heading">Day 5: Monteverde</p>
Today is all about you, to do as much (or as little) as you want, it's all good! Maybe check out the hanging bridges in the canopy to look for birds and wildlife, go horseback riding, visit a butterfly garden or just kick back at the cozy hostel and relax with a local craft beer in hand.
<p class="sub-heading">Day 6: Monteverde</p>
Depart at any time, or keep the adventure going to the beaches of the Nicoya Peninsula on the next leg of this journey.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

Activities

  • Your G for Good Moment: Mi Cafecito Coffee Cooperative Tour, Sarapiquí Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Visit to Poás Volcano
  • Tortilla-making lesson and typical lunch at Mi Cafecito community project
  • Zip-lining in Monteverde
  • Orientation walks in La Fortuna and Monteverde
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Accommodation

  • Hostels (5nts).
  • 5 breakfasts, 1 lunch

Transport

  • Private vehicle, boat.

Group Leader

  • CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Partner Details

G Adventures

In Business Since 1990

G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.

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From $719 pp

Subject to availability Twin occupancy

Apr 07 - Apr 12,

2026

Apr 07 - Apr 12, 2026 (6 days)

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