Celebrate Your Love in Costa Rica 8-Day Honeymoon Itinerary

1. Day 1: Arrival to San José
   Estimated time from airport to hotel: 30 minutes.
   After checking in at your hotel, take a leisurely stroll through San José's best art galleries in Barrio Escalante, followed by spectacular central valley views from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, known for its expansive greenspace, jogging tracks, and butterfly garden.
2. Day 2: Arenal Volcano National Park
   Estimated time from San José: 3 hours, 15 minutes (93 miles)
   Witness one of the world's most active volcanoes and waterfalls, Arenal Volcano National Park offers adventure seekers hiking, ziplining, natural hot springs, and canyoning. Plus, enjoy a romantic couple's massage and take a relaxing dip in the natural hot springs to end this perfect day.
3. Day 3: Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve
   Estimated time from Arenal Volcano National Park: 2 hours, 15 minutes (45 miles)
   Explore the cloud forest's unique ecosystem of 100 species of mammals, 400 species of birds, 1,200 species of amphibians and reptiles, and 2,500 species of plants. Try ziplining, bird watching, and even coffee tasting in the Monteverde region.
4. Day 4: Manuel Antonio National Park
   Estimated time from Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve: 4 hours, 40 minutes (135 miles)
   Experience a combination of rainforest, beaches, and coral reefs all in one park. Here, you can enjoy swimming, surfing, snorkeling, and a romantic walk through the park's lush trails, where you may encounter sloths, monkeys, and other Costa Rican wildlife.
5. Day 5: Uvita Beach
   Estimated time from Manuel Antonio National Park: 2 hours (72 miles)
   Take a day to relax with a sunset cocktail on Uvita Beach, with its iconic Whale Tail rock formation, or go surfing or whale watching in Marino Ballena National Park.
6. Day 6: Corcovado National Park
   Estimated time from Uvita Beach: 4 hours (107 miles)
   Explore one of the world's most biodiverse places in Corcovado National Park, including over 500 species of trees and countless amounts of animals such as scarlet macaws and tapirs. Take a boat tour in nearby Drake Bay, famous for its stunning marine life and unspoiled coral reefs.
7. Day 7: Tortuguero National Park
   Estimated time from Corcovado National Park via San Jose or Puerto Limón (by car, flight from Drake Bay, or boat ride): 7 hours (180 miles)
   Named after its role in nesting grounds for sea turtles, Tortuguero National Park offers a unique exploration by boat, kayak, or foot, showcasing incredible wildlife such as sloths, monkeys, crocodiles and 400 species of bird.
8. Day 8: Departure from San José
   Estimated time from Tortuguero National Park: 6 hours via Puerto Limón by car, flight from Tortuguero, or a combination of bus and car.
   Before departing Costa Rica, be sure to check out some of San José's historic gems, such as the National Museum, Plaza de La Cultura, and the Teatro Nacional de Costa Rica.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Entrance fees for places listed above:
• Arenal Volcano National Park: $15 per person
• Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve: $25 per person
• Manuel Antonio National Park: $16 per person
• Corcovado National Park: $15 per person
• Tortuguero National Park: $15 per person
• Activity costs:
• Ziplining: $80-$100 per person
• Canyoning: $85 per person
• Couple's massage: $100-$200 per couple
• Coffee tasting: $35 per person
• Surf lessons: $60-$80 per person
• Whale watching: $75-$95 per person
• Kayaking: $50-$75 per person
• Transportation:
• Car rental: $25-$45 per day
• Gasoline: $4 per gallon (approx)
• Internal flights: $50-$100 per person per flight
• Private transfers: $100-$250 per person per transfer
Total Estimated Costs: $4,000-$5,000 for two people

Useful Tips

For more adventure and additional relaxation, add a 2-3 day excursion to Corcovado National Park or visit the Osa Peninsula beaches or additional days to enjoy Monteverde, the Central Pacific or Nicoya Peninsula. If time is limited, consider skipping Tortuguero National Park and spending additional time in the Monteverde, La Fortuna and Manuel Antonio or Nicoya Peninsula areas.