Costa Rica at Leisure: A Tailored 10-Day Senior Adventure full of Wildlife
This 10-day Senior Costa Rica Vacation Package is a gentle adventure, allowing senior travelers to enjoy nature and wildlife as part of a tour of Costa Rica. Senior travelers will discover the rainforests, the old volcanoes, the cloud forests and the beautiful beaches of the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica at their own pace, on this Senior Tour in Costa Rica. This Tailored trip provides Senior Travelers great hotels, exciting tours and fun adventures in Costa Rica, to make their trip a memorable experience. During the Tour in Costa Rica, you can see many exotic birds and get up close to wildlife in its natural habitat. In addition, you will be able to admire the beautiful natural scenery, such as waterfalls and mountains. This trip in Costa Rica also provides you the opportunity to experience the culture of Costa Rica and to sample the local cuisine.
What's included
Itinerary
Arrive at Juan Santamaría International Airport and transfer to your senior-friendly hotel. Spend the afternoon resting or enjoy a leisurely stroll through San José’s parks and plazas. Visit local artisan shops, museums or the National Theatre at a comfortable pace. Share a traditional Costa Rican dinner featuring local favorites such as gallo pinto or casado.
Travel to La Fortuna, the gateway to Arenal Volcano, via private transfer. Take in the lush landscapes, rivers and mountains along the way. Check into your accommodation and enjoy a gentle walk around the property or nearby viewpoints. Afternoon at leisure to appreciate the natural surroundings.
Spend the morning on a guided birdwatching tour around Lake Arenal, spotting toucans, parrots, tanagers and parakeets. Take short, accessible trails suitable for seniors to enjoy the vibrant rainforest flora and fauna. Afternoon free to relax at the lodge, enjoy a scenic terrace or visit local waterfalls at a comfortable pace.
Transfer to Monteverde via a gentle jeep-boat-jeep ride across Lake Arenal. Enjoy panoramic views of the volcano, wetlands and the Tilarán mountains. Arrive in Monteverde and settle into your comfortable lodge. Spend the evening relaxing amid the serene cloud forest surroundings.
Explore Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve on accessible trails, spotting colorful birds including quetzals, toucans and motmots. Learn about the cloud forest ecosystem with your guide. Optional observation platforms provide exciting forest views without strenuous hiking.
Travel to the Tarcoles River on Costa Rica’s Central Pacific coast. Observe crocodiles, wading birds and iguanas along the calm riverbanks. Take gentle walks and enjoy scenic viewpoints along the way.
Explore Carara National Park on easy, family-friendly trails. Spot scarlet macaws, toucans and over 400 bird species. Enjoy short loop trails and rest areas, making it ideal for seniors to experience the rainforest at a comfortable pace.
Travel to Jaco Beach for a gentle coastal experience. Enjoy relaxed walks along the sand, observe local birds and take in the ocean views. Optionally, visit nearby scenic spots at a leisurely pace.
Return inland toward La Fortuna. Take easy walking trails to view the Arenal Volcano and surrounding landscapes. Visit La Fortuna Waterfall, with the option to relax by the pool or enjoy shallow swimming areas suitable for seniors.
After breakfast, transfer back to San José. Stop at scenic viewpoints and coffee plantations along the route. Last stop with your private transfer is Juan Santamaría International Airport for your onward flight, concluding a memorable 10-day Costa Rica nature and wildlife journey.
