Discover the many facets of Costa Rica on an immersive journey through rainforest canals, volcanic highlands, misty cloud forests, artisan communities, and the sun-drenched Pacific coast. Begin in San José before venturing into the Central Valley highlands, where Costa Rica’s famous coffee culture comes to life at Doka Estate. Learn how coffee is cultivated, harvested, roasted, and prepared before continuing to the dramatic landscapes of Poás Volcano National Park and the lush trails and waterfalls of La Paz Waterfall Gardens.

The journey then continues to Tortuguero, one of Costa Rica’s most distinctive and wildlife-rich regions. Accessible only by boat or air, Tortuguero offers a memorable introduction to the country’s Caribbean lowlands, with winding canals, rainforest-lined waterways, tropical birds, monkeys, caimans, river turtles, iguanas, and a village shaped by conservation, tourism, and coastal life. From there, travel to the iconic Arenal region, where the near-perfect cone of Arenal Volcano rises above rainforest trails, gardens, and volcanic scenery. A guided hike through Arenal Volcano National Park reveals the powerful natural forces that have shaped this landscape, along with opportunities to spot tropical wildlife along the way.

In Monteverde, discover one of Costa Rica’s most treasured ecosystems: the cloud forest. Experience the forest at night on a guided walk, then see it from above aboard the Sky Tram and along suspension bridges during the Sky Walk. A visit to CASEM, a local women’s artisan collective, adds a meaningful cultural dimension through handmade crafts and community-based artistry. The program concludes on the Pacific coast in Guanacaste, where travelers can relax at a luxury beachfront resort, enjoy the beach and spa, or choose an optional excursion before gathering for a farewell dinner. From coffee estates and volcanoes to rainforest canals, cloud forest canopies, wildlife encounters, and coastal relaxation, this journey captures the warmth, biodiversity, and spirit of pura vida.