Manuel Antonio - Dominical Uvita - Forest Lodges - San Jose (Self Drive)
❮Manuel Antonio - Dominical Uvita - Forest Lodges - San Jose (Self Drive)
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This 8 night sample itinerary includes:
- Rental Car for 9 days. Pick up and Drop off: San Jose City Airport
- Hotel for 1 night in San Jose City
- Hotel for 2 nights in Manuel Antonio-Quepos
- Hotel for 2 nights in Dominical and Uvita Beaches
- Hotel for 2 nights at Forest Lodges in the Central Valley South
- Hotel for 1 night in San Jose City
Driving Time
San Jose City - Manuel Antonio-Quepos: 3 hrs. approx.
Manuel Antonio-Quepos - Dominical and Uvita Beaches: 40-50 mins. approx.
Dominical and Uvita Beaches -Central Valley South: 2 hrs. 20-40 mins. approx.
Central Valley South - San Jose City: 2 hrs. 10 mins. approx.
Waves and the Nature of Costa Rica with a Rental Car!. Have a short stay in San Jose City; and with a Rental Car, drive and visit: Manuel Antonio (home to a namesake national Park in Quepos; Manuel Antonio is a magical combination of rainforest, beaches, hills, and coral reefs, making it one of the most biodiverse areas in the world ); and after that, drive to the south pacific coast, to Dominical and Uvita (an area with stunning natural beauty, gorgeous beaches, and tropical jungle teeming with exotic wildlife. It is best known for its waves, which draw surfers from all around the world. A truly surfer's paradise!). Continue to your Forest Lodge at The Central Valley South Area (the breathtaking Valley known as San Gerardo de Dota is where plethora of the Quetzals have made their home). Finish this trip with a last stay in San Jose City, before returning home. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
Flexible Itinerary
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San Jose City
Day 1Arrive to San Jose City
Overnight in San Jose CityDay 2Departing from San Jose City
Transportation to next city by: By Car -
Manuel Antonio National Park (Quepos)
Day 2Arrive to Manuel Antonio National Park (Quepos)
Overnight in Manuel Antonio National Park (Quepos)Day 3Overnight in Manuel Antonio National Park (Quepos)Day 4Departing from Manuel Antonio National Park (Quepos)
Transportation to next city by: Regional Air -
Dominical and Uvita Beaches
Day 4Arrive to Dominical and Uvita Beaches
Overnight in Dominical and Uvita BeachesDay 5Overnight in Dominical and Uvita BeachesDay 6Departing from Dominical and Uvita Beaches
Transportation to next city by: Regional Air -
Central Valley - South
Day 6Arrive to Central Valley - South
Overnight in Central Valley - SouthDay 7Overnight in Central Valley - SouthDay 8Departing from Central Valley - South
Transportation to next city by: Regional Air -
San Jose City
Day 8Arrive to San Jose City
Overnight in San Jose CityDay 9Departing from San Jose City
Costa Rica
Costa Rica is a country of blazing volcanoes, dense rainforests, and glistening beaches. The staggering array of landscapes, unique microclimates, and wide range of elevations have produced one of earth's richest plant and wildlife habitats, and made Costa Rica an epicenter of eco-tourism, as well as the most popular and alluring destination in Central America. Perfect for nature enthusiasts, surfers, sun worshipers, and adventure seekers of all types, Costa Rica's slogan 'Pura Vida' (pure life) says is all.
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San Jose City
San Jose is Costa Rica's capital city, and the central nervous system of the country, serving as both a destination unto itself, and as a convenient base of operations for visitors to its other spectacular locations and natural wonders.
Visit the National Theatre, Museo del Jade Marco Fidel Tristan Castro, La Sabana Metropolitan Park, National Museum, Plaza de la Cultura, Central Market, and much more. -
Manuel Antonio National Park (Quepos)
The lush rainforest and translucent shoreline have helped to make Manuel Antonio National Park and nearby Quepos immensely popular destinations for sportsmen, outdoor enthusiasts, and animal lovers from the world over. Certainly, it's the most visited National Park in Costa Rica.
Visit Damas Island, Espadilla Beach, Cathedral Point, Escondido Beach, Playitas Beach, and so much more! -
Dominical and Uvita Beaches
The tropical beaches of Dominical situated on the South Pacific Coast of Costa Rica offer a laid-back beachside atmosphere where travelers can relax and unwind, while Uvita boasts the sprawling Marino Ballena National Park and the famous Whale Tail. The bright green jungle interiors offer hiking and zip lining opportunities as well as cascading waterfalls. The coastline boasts miles of unspoiled tropical beaches perfect for swimming, snorkeling, and world class surfing.
Explore Dominical town, Playa Dominical, Uvita Beach, Uvita town, Whale's Tail, Marino Ballena National Park, Nauyaca Waterfalls, Arco Beach, Ventanas Beach and much more! -
Central Valley - South
Visit the breathtaking natural surroundings of Costa Rica's Central Valley South situated just 55 miles away from the capital of San Jose. Experience striking surroundings amongst massive oak trees in thick forests where an abundance of diverse wildlife lives. If you're lucky enough, spot one of the forests famous inhabitants, the spectacular Quetzal, one of the most mythical and striking birds in the world! Nature lovers and bird lovers will rejoice in this true paradise filled with extraordinary eco-adventures and stunning natural wonders.
Explore the Los Quetzales National Park, Savegre River, and so much more! -
San Jose City
San Jose is Costa Rica's capital city, and the central nervous system of the country, serving as both a destination unto itself, and as a convenient base of operations for visitors to its other spectacular locations and natural wonders.
Visit the National Theatre, Museo del Jade Marco Fidel Tristan Castro, La Sabana Metropolitan Park, National Museum, Plaza de la Cultura, Central Market, and much more.
Visit the National Theatre, Museo del Jade Marco Fidel Tristan Castro, La Sabana Metropolitan Park, National Museum, Plaza de la Cultura, Central Market, and much more.
Visit Damas Island, Espadilla Beach, Cathedral Point, Escondido Beach, Playitas Beach, and so much more!
Explore Dominical town, Playa Dominical, Uvita Beach, Uvita town, Whale's Tail, Marino Ballena National Park, Nauyaca Waterfalls, Arco Beach, Ventanas Beach and much more!
Explore the Los Quetzales National Park, Savegre River, and so much more!
Visit the National Theatre, Museo del Jade Marco Fidel Tristan Castro, La Sabana Metropolitan Park, National Museum, Plaza de la Cultura, Central Market, and much more.