Costa Rica Kayaking Adventure
9 days, San José to San José
Glide straight into the core of the Costa Rican experience and hit three of the country's hot spots in a kayak. Beginners and more experienced kayakers are welcome — for the nature lover, the scenery’s the point, not the sweat! Get really wild at Lake Arenal, the centre of adventure sports like paddleboarding, then cruise through the canals of Tortuguero in search of monkeys and sloths. Experience lush greenery and Caribbean flavour from a whole different level when you kayak Costa Rica.
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style: Active
Hiking, trekking, biking, rafting, and kayaking adventures all over the world, made for outdoor types.
Service Level: Standard
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
Physical Rating: 3 - Average
Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 16, avg 10
Age requirement: 12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Visa Requirements
9 days
San José to San José
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Day 2San José/La Fortuna
Travel from San José to La Fortuna, and opt to swim at a local swimming hole at the base of a waterfall during free time in the afternoon.
Day 3La Fortuna
Take to the water and enjoy an included combo kayaking and stand-up paddle board session on Lake Arenal. Enjoy a free afternoon, and opt to go rafting, waterfall rappelling, or take a dip in therapeutic hot springs.
Day 4La Fortuna
Enjoy a free day for adrenaline-fueled optionals such as whitewater rafting on Class III and IV rapids, waterfall rappelling or mountain biking. Or take it easy with some bird watching in Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge by boat or a massage in town.
Day 5La Fortuna/Sarapiquí
Travel to Sarapiquí and to the tranquil Cuarto River. Hop into kayaks and cruise downstream. The calm waters are perfect for birdwatching and wildlife spotting in the forest canopy.
Meals included:
Lunch | DinnerDay 6Sarapiquí/Tortuguero
Travel east towards the Caribbean coast, then transfer to a boat and motor through canals to arrive in Tortuguero at the jungle-lined coast of Costa Rica. After arrival, enjoy a visit to the town of Tortuguero.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 7Tortuguero
Enjoy an included guided kayaking excursions this morning, followed by free time in the afternoon. Opt for a nighttime excursion to look for nesting sea turtles laying eggs when it is turtle season.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 8Tortuguero/San José
Return to San José for an optional final night out with the group.
Meals included:
Breakfast | LunchDay 9San José
Depart at any time.
What's Included
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Hands-On Moment: Stand-Up Paddle and Kayak Combo, Arenal
- Your Discover Moment: La Fortuna
- Your Hands-On Moment: Guided River Kayak Excursion, Sarapiquí
- Your Hands-On Moment: Guided Kayak Excursion, Tortuguero
- Guided kayaking on Cuarto River (Sarapiquí)
- Guided kayaking and wildlife viewing through the canals of Tortuguero
- Visit to the town of Tortuguero
- Free time in La Fortuna
- Transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Hotels (5 nts), cottages (1 nt, multi-share), jungle lodge (2 nts).
Meals
3 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners
Allow USD250-325 for meals not included.
Transportation
Public bus, private vehicle, boat, kayak, walking.
Staff & experts
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Available extras (Add these to your tour when you book)
My Own Room - From $2369.00
If you're travelling solo and would prefer to have your own private room throughout your trip, select this option during the online booking process.
Departures
Make it a private tour
Book this tour as a private departure - with your own CEO and all the benefits of a G Adventures group tour - for any group, big or small (even just one traveller).