Arenal Volcano Tour
Enjoy a guided, educational hiking tour to one of the most dramatic and most popular volcanos in Costa Rica. After taking in a panoramic view of the volcano, trek deep into the tropical rainforest on Silencio Trail, which offers amazing, up-close and personal views of the majestic Arenal Volcano.
Nightfall offers the opportunity for the most dramatic views of hot flowing lava. Relax; enjoy a drink and take in one the world´s greatest natural fireworks shows. Listen closely over the roar of the volcano and you’ll hear the harmony of frogs, toucans, and exotic insects. A romantic evening isn’t complete without a dip in the refreshing thermal hot springs.
Your Guided Volcano Tour includes: Door-to-door minivan shuttle, certified bilingual guide, and complimentary beverages.
Arenal Sky Trek Zip Line Adventure
Embark on the great adventure of Sky Trek. You’ll ride the Sky Tram gondola to reach the highest point of the Arenal Reserve. That’s where the real adrenalin begins — cruising over the top of the lush green canopy while suspended up to 200 meters in the air on an exhilarating zip line. No worries. Sky Trek is completely safe and your personal safety is the top priority. You’ll be accompanied by a certified guide who are accredited by the Instituto Costarricense de Turismo (Costa Rica Tourist Board).
The cables are weave safely through and above the foliage of the lush rain forest canopy where you will have amazing views of Lake Arenal.
Tortuga Island Expedition
Cruising along the coast for a breathtaking boat voyage to Tortuga Island. Jagged volcanic rock spills into the sea to create a dramatic contrast with the brown sand, red rocks and crushed shells that make up the variety of different beaches along the way. Spotting a group of playful dolphins, marveling at the enormous jumping manta rays or for the luckiest of visitors, catching a glimpse of surfacing humpback whales are just a few examples of the marine life frequently viewed as we make our way to the island.
Upon arriving to the tropical paradise of Tortuga Island we anchor the boat within viewing distance of the white sand beach for our first snorkeling session. The crystal waters at Tortuga are surrounded by volcanic rock reef which is home of the best snorkeling site on Costa Rica’s Central Pacific coast. King Angelfish, Porcupine fish, Morays, Needlefish, Spotted Eagle Rays and a myriad of other tropical beauties make for a phenomenal snorkeling experience. Not to mention the oysters your guide might find for a fresh ceviche on the beach!
After your incredible snorkeling adventure enjoy lunch on the white sand beach of Tortuga Island. Our chef will serve you fresh BBQ fish or chicken in his secret sauce, tasty grilled potatoes and vegetables, bread and a big fresh tropical fruit buffet. Take part in a volleyball game or rent a kayak to discover the other secluded beaches of the island. For the more adventurous, take a hike to the top of the island for some spectacular views of the Gulf of Nicoya and the surrounding islands.
Poás Volcano and Doka Coffee Plantation Tour
As you awake each morning you will enjoy the view of the Poás Volcano from your Peace Lodge balcony. This tour offers you a much closer experience. Your informative guide will transport you to Poás, one of the four active volcanoes in Costa Rica, and impart to you the knowledge of the creation of Costa Rica via these sleeping giants. The crystal blue sulfur pools will amaze and enthrall you as you view this incredible landscape.
Once you’ve had your fill of the beauty that is Poás, you will head to another of Costa Rica’s trademarks: an authentic coffee plantation. As one of the oldest hydro-powered wet mills in Costa Rica, this third generation coffee plantation has been voted the best coffee in the region. In fact, 90% of its high quality coffee is sent directly to Starbucks.
You’ll learn how coffee is grown, picked, milled and ground. We may even find a basket for you to pick a few beans, or ‘cherries’ as the locals call them. Find out first hand, or ‘cup’, why Costa Rican coffee is so famous. And if you don’t get filled up on the coffee, you’ll return in time for lunch at Waterfall Gardens.