Breakfast at the hotel. Spend the morning relaxing at your leisure, enjoying the facilities of the hotel or exploring the local town. In the afternoon, set off on a tour of the Arenal Volcano. Measuring 1,633 meters in height, discover this towering volcano on a guided hike, observing the abundant flora and wildlife and learning about the history of this region along the route. See the ancient lava trails and look out for animal species such as toucans, monkeys and tropical birds. After an incredible introduction to the natural beauty of Costa Rica, return to the hotel and enjoy the evening at your leisure. Alternatively, we recommend an optional visit to the local hot springs to relax your body after the hike earlier today.* Overnight stay in Arenal. 

*Optional Paradise Hot Springs Experience: Discover the natural hot springs of Arenal and immerse yourself in their warm, healing waters! Enjoy entrance to the Paradise Hot Springs complex, home to a variety of pools nestled in tranquil natural surroundings. Dinner at the hot springs is also included. 

Breakfast at the hotel. Spend the day exploring the area surrounding Arenal at your leisure. Get out and about to embrace the natural environment, perhaps exploring the hanging bridges in the rainforest or admiring the views of the spectacular Arenal Volcano. La Fortuna is a fantastic base for all kinds of outdoor adventures, and the rich biodiversity of the surrounding rainforests is sure to leave you enchanted! We recommend an optional hanging bridges excursion today. In the evening, don't miss out on the chance to view adorable sloths in their natural habitat with our optional sloth observation excursion!* Overnight stay in Arenal.

*Optional Cloud Forest Hanging Bridges Excursion: Discover the rainforest from a different perspective on a hanging bridges tour of Arenal's cloud forests! Follow 3.2 kilometers of pathways and bridges through the treetops and immerse yourself in the incredible natural beauty of Costa Rica as you look out for rainforest-dwelling wildlife!

*Optional Sloth Observation Excursion: Witness sloths in the wild on an exciting sloth observation excursion! Head to 'Sloth Territory', located within a family-run eco-project, to explore the untouched natural environment accompanied by an expert guide! Spot both two-toed and three-toed sloths and observe their adorable behaviour without disturbing their habitat, a unique, once-in-a-lifetime experience for wildlife lovers!

Breakfast at the hotel. Check out of the hotel this morning and begin the scenic drive west towards the beautiful region of Guanacaste. You're headed for Samara, a village on Costa Rica's Pacific Coast, known for its palm-fringed beaches and sea turtle nesting sites. Arrive, get settled at your accommodation and enjoy the remainder of the day relaxing at your leisure. Overnight stay in Samara.