Costa Rica Short Break: La Fortuna

Traveller group with leader walking along bridge at La Fortuna Waterfall, Costa Rica
Map of Costa Rica Short Break: La Fortuna including Costa Rica
Two Collared Aracari birds sitting on a branch in Costa Rica
Travellers having a fun time on hanging bridge at La Fortuna, Costa Rica
Homestay food being prepared wooden table in Santa Rosa de Pocosol, Costa Rica

Journey through the jungle and see sloths in their natural habitat. Alternate headline: Sloths, volcanoes and jungle nights – uncover wild La Fortuna

Explore some of the best spots in La Fortuna over this four-day Short Break adventure. See the national symbol of Costa Rica, the sloth, in their natural habitat, walk along the hanging bridges in Mistico Park with your local leader and join a tortilla-making class at El Fogon de Chela. See the Costa Rican jungle come alive at night on a guided outdoor walk and relax in the region’s natural hot springs.

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Start: San Jose, Costa Rica

End: San Jose, Costa Rica

Duration
4 days
Group size
1 to 12
Minimum age
15 years old
Style

Basix: Simple accommodation, local transport and lots of free time

Original: Tourist-class hotels, some meals included and a great mix of included activities and free time

Comfort: Comfortable accommodation, with a relaxed pace of travel and many included meals and activities

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EUR €1,390

Why you'll love this trip

  • Discover the national symbol of Costa Rica on a sloth tour. See the slow-moving animal in their natural habitat, spot dart frogs and toucans and learn about the region’s distinct wildlife from a local naturalist.
  • Walk along the hanging bridges on a daytrip to Mistico Park and take in the panoramic views from the tree tops along the way.
  • Soak in the region’s natural hot springs, wander through the La Fortuna Town Centre and visit the La Fortuna Waterfall in your free time.
  • Indulge in the region’s local cuisine. Try your hand at making tortillas over a fogon (wooden stove) and taste prensadas (tortilla with cheese) and ripe plantain with cheese during a tasty traditional lunch.
  • Learn about the region’s landscape and nocturnal wildlife on a guided jungle walk in La Fortuna. See the tropical rainforest in the dark and look for local animals like frogs and insects.

Itinerary

Map of Costa Rica Short Break: La Fortuna including Costa Rica

Inclusions and activities

Destinations
Costa Rica
Meals

3 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners

Transport

Private transportation point A to point B (not 24 hours) / Departure transfer included from La Fortuna to Juan Santamaria International Airport

Accommodation

Comfort Style hotel

Included activities
  • Welcome dinner el Fogon de Chela and Tortilla making
  • Children´s Eternal Rain Forest pocosol Station (TIF visit)
  • Jungle night walk
  • Farmer’s Market (only for Thursday’s departures)
  • Sloth Tour & Costa Rican Lunch
  • Hot springs evening and dinner
  • Mistico Park Hanging Bridges
  • Doka Estate Coffee Tour

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Is this trip right for you?

  • This trip starts with a strict meeting time in San Jose, then you’ll immediately travel to La Fortuna, which could be challenging for those arriving late or needing flexibility.
  • There is limited downtime, so if you’re looking for a more relaxed holiday, this adventure might feel a bit too active. The itinerary is packed with nature-based activities like jungle walks, wildlife spotting, and hanging bridge hikes, which may not appeal to those who prefer cultural sightseeing, are afraid of heights or night walking in the jungle.
  • This trip starts with a strict meeting time in San Jose, then you’ll immediately travel to La Fortuna, which could be challenging for those arriving late or needing flexibility.
  • There is limited downtime, so if you’re looking for a more relaxed holiday, this adventure might feel a bit too active. The itinerary is packed with nature-based activities like jungle walks, wildlife spotting, and hanging bridge hikes, which may not appeal to those who prefer cultural sightseeing, are afraid of heights or night walking in the jungle.

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Important notes

1. In case you require arrival transfer will be offer with additional cost. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.

2. A single supplement is available if you'd prefer not to share a room on this trip. [The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability.] Please speak to your booking agent for further information.

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Costa Rica Short Break: La Fortuna
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EUR €1,390