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        Hidden Costa Rica

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        Take a journey through off-the-beaten-path Costa Rica. Your adventure begins with a night in the beautiful Coffee Valley before heading to Rio Celeste, where you’ll hike through Tenorio Volcano National Park, passing its striking turquoise blue rivers and waterfalls. It’s then onto Rio Perdido where more adventure awaits in the forms of white-water tubing through the canyon and zip-lining across the canopy. Time to head to the stunning Corcovado National Park on the Osa Peninsula. Enjoy kayaking, swimming, hiking and horse riding within the incredible surroundings of the park. The last stop on this epic trip is Hacienda AltaGracia, a luxurious retreat blanketing the foothills of the emerald Talamanca mountains.

        Highlights

        • Relax in the stunning Coffee Valley and Pacific Coast
        • Hike among waterfalls in Tenorio Volano National Park
        • Get your adrenaline pumping with canyoning at Rio Perdido
        • Enjoy snorkelling and kayaking along the Osa Peninsula
        Colourful macaws play in the trees of the Corcovado National Park
        Venture through the wild mangroves in the Osa Peninsula in a canoe
        A farmer tends to his coffee trees on a plantation
        The lush vegetation of the Osa Peninsula
        Two people walking across a suspension bridge in a lush forest.
        Wander through the treetops surrounding Hacienda AltaGracia

        Bespoke trips with Jacada

        We design one-of-a-kind journeys incorporating luxury in all its forms. Our bespoke trips include:

        • Luxury accommodation throughout
        • Privately guided tours
        • Private transfers
        • Meticulously selected experiences
        • Expertise and support from your Jacada Concierge
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        Itinerary in detail

        Every Jacada trip is tailored to your personal preferences and interests. Below you’ll find a sample itinerary to inspire your own custom-designed journey.

        Days 2–4

        Two nights near Rio Celeste

        Rio Celeste is a hidden gem nestled in the north of Costa Rica. Enjoy exploring the aquamarine rivers and waterfalls and the nearby Tenorio Volcano National Park. The striking colour of the water comes from a mixture of sulfur and calcium carbonate.

        Hiking Rio Celeste and Tenorio National Park

        According to legend, when God finished painting the sky, he washed his brushes in the river that now bears the name Rio Celeste. Hike through the beautiful Tenorio National Park ecosystem, which offers the chance to see colourful fauna and flora. Along the walk you will come across the magnificent Rio Celeste waterfall, the place where the river gains its amazing light blue colour and natural hot springs.

        Tapir Valley Expedition and Tree Chocolate

        Set out on a hiking adventure through the lush rainforest to the Tapir Valley private reserve, located at the base of the stunning Tenorio volcano. Here you’ll spot the famed tapirs, one of the largest and most unique mammals in Central America, as well as other exotic wildlife.

        After the hike, continue the tour with a visit to the chocolate tree, an activity that offers an insight into the history, process, and tasting of chocolate (cacao). This family-run project goes beyond just a chocolate tour, featuring sugar cane tasting, coffee shrubs, and a lesson in medicinal plants.

        Days 4–7

        Three nights at Rio Perdido

        Spend your time at Rio Perdido Hotel and Thermal River enjoying the property’s natural springs, heated by the surrounding Miravalles Volcano lowlands. This area is also a haven for hikers and bikers, and there are plenty of outdoor activities such as canyoning and tubing.

        Active adventures

        Through the forest

        In the water

        Canyoning

        The trip takes you from deep within the narrow canyon into the convergence, where the hot waters of Rio Perdido and the Yurro Waterfall meet the cool waters of the White Canyon. You then ascend well above Costa Rica’s only dwarf forest and get the spectacular views of the Miravalles Volcano’s rocky lowlands. You will zip-line down state-of-the-art carbon fibre cables, swing on a human pendulum and do a Tarzan swing, cross the wobbly challenge bridge and climb several via ferratas.

        White-water tubing

        Experience the canyon from the most beloved means of river transportation, the inner-tube. Explore the canyon from this unique perspective, sailing through areas where the rock walls narrow and daylight is scarce. Echoes grow louder and you really get a sense of where you are. But if you remain quiet for a bit, you will find that you are not alone. All kinds of birds and monkeys, and, occasionally, some larger mammals will announce their presence. Look for the hot water spouts along the eastern rock walls.

        Days 7–10

        Three nights within the Osa Peninsula

        The Osa Peninsula is one of the most remote locations in Costa Rica. Located in the south-west with the lush primary rainforest of the Corcovado National Park spreading itself over 105,000 acres and the marine life-rich Dulce Gulf, and embracing the littoral to the east, Osa enjoys a exceptional wealth of biodiversity.

        There is a great range of very comfortable hotels to choose from that do their best to blend into and protect their surroundings. We can help you organise your own tailor-made programme of activities, tours and expeditions around the peninsula with a private English-speaking guide that suit your preferences and time.

        Days 10–13

        Three nights at Hacienda AltaGracia

        Spend the last few days of your trip in the little-known area of southern Costa Rica, where the idyllic hideaway of Hacienda AltaGracia is perched high within the lush mountains of Perez Zeledon.

        Combining nature and luxury, AltaGracia has an array of attractions and activities nearby. Local cowboys can take you on scenic horseback rides through the surrounding areas, whilst the onsite restaurants prepare dishes with seasonal ingredients, the majority of which is grown at their organic gardens and ethically run coffee plantations. You will also have a dedicated ‘Compa’ (short for compadre) who will look after you and curate a selection of experiences based on wellness, adventure and dining. The Well spa will transport you into a journey of deep well-being with beyond beautiful spaces like the floor-to-ceiling windowed pool house, Casa de Agua.

        A Luxury Trip to Costa Rica‌”

        We requested an itinerary to see the Costa Rica wildlife. Jacada designed our trip to maximize our sightings with stays at wonderful properties. Our planner listened to what we wanted and delivered the perfect trip for our needs. All of the activities planned were provided by guides with great skill and knowledge. And the Jacada ground support while we were…

        Published 30th March 2024 on Trustpilot
        Vickie Bath

        Why book with Jacada

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        We’ll plan your trip around your personal interests, tastes and preferences, providing honest advice based on first-hand knowledge.

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        Our expert guides and brilliant Concierges are hand-picked for their ability to bring your destination to life with care and passion.

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        We seek out unforgettable experiences that benefit both local communities and the environment.

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