Day 1 · Arenal
Arrive in Arenal
Settle into the green interior. The first evening has one job: let the journey settle.
Things to do
- ◆Illustrative day shape
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This is an illustrative route, rather than a fixed itinerary. The final route, stays and experiences are shaped around your dates and priorities.
Spend the first four nights near Arenal for forest walks, La Fortuna Waterfall and hot springs. Then move to one Pacific base for beach time, a boat or snorkelling trip and room to do less. Choose Monteverde or the Osa Peninsula instead of adding them to this route. They need more time, not less. We confirm volcano, trail and water conditions around your dates.
What this journey makes room for
- ◆Four nights near Arenal
- ◆La Fortuna Waterfall and forest walks
- ◆One Pacific base for the second half
- ◆No unnecessary extra stops
One way the days could unfold
Choose a day for the detail. This is a useful starting point, not a fixed schedule.