❮Rio Celeste - Arenal Volcano - Monteverde (Self Drive)
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Rio Celeste - Arenal Volcano - Monteverde (Self Drive)
This sample price: for arrival on 1/1/1900, departure from . Choose your own departure city and dates.
This is a suggested independent itinerary that you customize. Please select the best flights, hotels, trains, activities, transportation and number of nights in each destination to fit your needs.
Heavenly Costa Rica!. Pick up the Rental Car at Liberia-Guanacaste Airport, and from there start this trip, enjoying Rio Celeste (known for it's divine hue of turquoise), that runs through the lush Tenorio Volcano National Park. The body of water's moniker stems from its striking color, which is caused by the interactions of chemicals and minerals linked to the region's volcanic activity. Continue to your next destination; Arenal Volcano (youngest and one of the most active stratovolcano in Costa Rica, near Lake Arena). After that, drive to Monteverde (one of Costa Rica`s biggest attractions and famous Cloud Forest Reserve, perfect for anyone looking for an educational nature experience, adventure in the jungle or birdwatching). Finally, have a night pleasant stay at the capital, San Jose City before returning home. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
This 7 night sample itinerary includes:
- Flight into Liberia and out of San Jose City
- Assistance at the Airport
- Rental Car for 8 days - Pick up: Liberia-Guanacaste Airport/Drop off: San Jose City Airport
- Hotel for 2 nights in Rio Celeste
- Hotel for 2 nights in Arenal Volcano
- Hotel for 2 nights in Monteverde Cloud Forest
- Hotel for 1 night in San Jose City
Driving Time
Liberia-Guanacaste Airport - Rio Celeste: 1 hr. 30 mins. approx.
Rio Celeste - Arenal Volcano: 1 hr. 40 mins. approx.
Arenal Volcano - Monteverde Cloud Forest: 2 hrs. 50 mins. approx.
Monteverde Cloud Forest - San Jose City: 2 hrs. 55 mins. approx.
Flexible Itinerary
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Rio Celeste
Day 1Arrive to Rio Celeste
Overnight in Rio Celeste 4 hotels offeredDay 2Overnight in Rio Celeste 4 hotels offeredDay 3Departing from Rio Celeste
Transportation to next city by: Regional Air -
Arenal Volcano
Day 3Day 4Day 5Departing from Arenal Volcano
Transportation to next city by: Regional Air -
Monteverde Cloud Forest
Day 5Arrive to Monteverde Cloud Forest
Overnight in Monteverde Cloud Forest 17 hotels offered
Optional 50 Things to doDay 6Day 7Departing from Monteverde Cloud Forest
Transportation to next city by: Regional Air -
San Jose City
Day 7Day 8Departing 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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Trip Summary
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Rio Celeste
The stunning area of Rio Celeste is described by the local saying; when god finished painting the sky blue, he washed his paintbrushes in Rio Celeste. The Rio Celeste (Blue River) has a magnificent deep turquoise blue color due to a chemical reaction of volcanic minerals and a privileged location and a striking waterfall. The mystical river is set amidst lush verdant rainforests where ecological trails lead you to waterfalls, hot springs, and mud baths. Visitors can watch the waters changed color from clear to an intense shade of blue where two streams merge causing the chemical reaction.
Recommended Stay: At least 2 nights
Must See`s:
Tenorio Volcano, Tenorio Volcano National Park, Celeste River Waterfall, Celeste River, and so much more!
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Arenal Volcano
Arenal Volcano is located in north-western Costa Rica, around 55 miles of San José, in the province of Alajuela and it's a must-do while in Costa Rica. It is one of the most active volcanoes in the country and in the world. Arenal`s perfectly symmetrical shape makes it a sightseer`s dream with abundance of outdoor activities.
Recommended Stay: At least 2 nights
Must See's: Lake Arenal, Arenal Natura Ecological Park, Hanging Bridges, Hot Springs, Lava Trail, Danta River and Waterfall, Chocolate Farm. -
Monteverde Cloud Forest
Monteverde Cloud Forest is one of the most extraordinary and important nature reserves in the world. With thousands of species of animals, birds, and plants, including over 300 types of orchids alone, this fantasy land for nature lovers covers more than 26,000 acres that support a massive diversity of plant and animal life and an inexhaustible variety of outdoor activities.
Recommended Stay: At least 2 nights
Must See's: Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, Selvatura Park, Curi Cancha Wildlife Refuge, Butterfly Gardens, Orchid Garden. -
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.
Recommended Stay: At least 1 night
Must See's: National Theatre, Museo del Jade Marco Fidel Tristan Castro, La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Nataional Museum, Plaza de la Cultura, Central Market.
Recommended Stay: At least 2 nights
Must See`s:
Tenorio Volcano, Tenorio Volcano National Park, Celeste River Waterfall, Celeste River, and so much more!
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Recommended Stay: At least 2 nights
Must See's: Lake Arenal, Arenal Natura Ecological Park, Hanging Bridges, Hot Springs, Lava Trail, Danta River and Waterfall, Chocolate Farm.
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The Volcano
The Hot Springs
La Fortuna Waterfall
Sky Tram
Sky Trek
Hanging Bridges
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When to Go
Recommended Stay: At least 2 nights
Must See's: Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, Selvatura Park, Curi Cancha Wildlife Refuge, Butterfly Gardens, Orchid Garden.
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Tipping in Costa Rica
Recommended Stay: At least 1 night
Must See's: National Theatre, Museo del Jade Marco Fidel Tristan Castro, La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Nataional Museum, Plaza de la Cultura, Central Market.
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FAQ
Getting Around
Tipping in Costa Rica