Drive to Arenal and make a stop enroute at the stunning La Fortuna Waterfall. Hike around the base of the Arenal Volcano while you observe lava flow along its seams. Bathe in the nearby hot springs at the Springs Resort & Spa, while sipping on your favorite drink. Travel through the natural forest with suspended cables as you observe the spectacular views above the jungle canopy. Be sure to bring your camera as White faced Monkeys are frequently observed in the area. Conclude your vacation with a beach stay along the Pacific Coast.

Day 1
San Jose
Avail of a private airport transfer with a private vehicle, and professional driver. The transfer is approximately 30 mins (22km/14mi). Enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or relax in your hotel. Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price). Seated in San Jose's downtown core, the Hotel Presidente is a modern hotel with exceptionally friendly and helpful staff. The 100 rooms are equipped with air conditioning and all the features of home. Rooms are clean, and comfortably appointed. One may dine at the hotel restaurant or visit any of a plethora of hotels in the city. The hotel bar is known for great people-watching, as it has a bar counter looking onto the street. San José was founded in 1737 and is a pleasant mixture of traditional and modern Spanish architecture. Places of interest include the Teatro Nacional, the Legislative Assembly building, and the Parque Central, east of which is the Cathedral. The National Museum and the Museum of Gold are also worth a visit.

Day 2
San Jose - Arenal
Transfer from San Jose to Arenal Hotel - Please note that this service is shared - there will be other people on this transfer - it is a scheduled transfer. The total transfer time is approximately 3.5 hours (150km/93mi) Enjoy lunch at leisure (not included in tour price). Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price). The hotel Arenal Springs offers the perfect combination between relaxation, comfort, and exuberant tropical scenery, as well as the best view of the Arenal Volcano from any vantage point in the premises. Located at only 2 and-a-half hours from San José, the hotel Arenal Springs offers the perfect combination between relaxation, comfort, and exuberant tropical scenery, as well as the best view of the Arenal Volcano from any vantage point in the premises.

Arenal contains an active Volcano, and also the only dwarf cloudforest in Costa Rica. The crater of the volcano is 1.5km (1-mile) wide and contains a hot-water lake which changes color from turquoise to green to grey. It is also a whitewater rafting center with routes on the Rio Toro and Rio Sarapiqui.

Day 3
Arenal
Canyoning Tour: From the first waterfall we will rappel down from the top into the beautiful and pristine canyon below! Includes five rappels, four of which are along waterfalls, and one dry rock face. Lunch is provided after the tour. Local guides, safety equipment and instruction provided. Enjoy lunch at leisure (not included in tour price). Arenal Volcano Tour: Hike 1.5 hours through the rainforest while your private guide offers the history of the Arenal Volcano. This park is located at the base of the Arenal Volcano and is filled with wildlife including monkeys, toucans, coati and a large variety of bird species. Conclude the tour at the Springs Resort - soak in the hot mineral baths and enjoy! Overnight at Arenal Springs Resort.

Day 4
Arenal
The Caño Negro Nature Preserve offers some of the most abundant bird watching opportunities in Costa Rica. On an average day, you can expect to see 40 species of birds, as well as various sloths, monkeys, caimans, lizards, bats, turtles, and iguanas! Full day tour and includes lunch. Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price). Overnight at Arenal Springs Resort.

Day 5
Arenal - Manuel Antonio
Transfer from Arenal to Manuel Antonio. Please note that this is a shared service, there will be other people on this transfer. Total transfer time is approximately 5.5 hours (243km/151mi). Enjoy lunch at leisure (not included in tour price). Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price). A lovely boutique hotel located on the central Pacific Coast of Costa Rica in Manuel Antonio, one of the most beautiful coastal national parks in the country. Surrounded by the rain forest at the top of the hill, Byblos offers opportunities for adventure-sport travelers and relaxation seekers alike. Affordable and convenient hotel accommodations and activities are offered. Well-kept and well-guarded, Manuel Antonio National Park features five kinds of forest, some with characteristic rainforest vegetation. Orchids and ferns, jaguars, ocelots and the Baird tapir may be seen here. There are trails through the park and many lookouts. Horseback riding and whitewater activities also available.

Day 6
Manuel Antonio
Time at leisure in Manuel Antonio. Be sure to pre-book your local excursions through Kensington Tours to ensure that you make the most of your time in Costa Rica. Optionals include: White Water Rafting, Zip Canopy tour, Nauyaca Waterfalls by horseback, Catamaran sunset sail, ATV rentals). Enjoy lunch at leisure (not included in tour price). Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price). Overnight at Byblos Resort & Casino.

Day 7
Manuel Antonio - San Jose
Private transfer from Manuel Antonio to San Jose. (car/driver) Time/Distance: Approximately 3.5 hours - Approximately 120 miles/192 kms Kensington Tours donates a portion of our proceeds to our charitable initiative www.kensingtoncares.com which supports education-based initiatives in disadvantaged communities. Depart from San Jose international airport - end of itinerary.