Rainforest Romance in Arenal & Guanacaste

  • Trip Type
  • Indulgent
  • Length
  • 9 Days / 8 Nights
  • When to Go
  • November-August
From verdant jungles to pristine white-sand beaches

Embark on a fun-filled adventure in paradise on this anything-but-ordinary luxury Costa Rica honeymoon through lush rainforest and along blissful beaches. Experience the contrast of wild adventure and pure serenity with days spent seeking out thrills – zip lines, hikes through wildlife-filled jungles and catamaran cruises along wind-swept beaches – and evenings hand in hand at our most intimate, luxurious hideaways. Watch unforgettable sunsets from your private spring-fed plunge pool and dine by candlelight beneath the stars. It doesn’t get more magical than this.

Trip Highlights

  • Exotic wildlife, lush jungles & pristine beaches
  • Hike to hidden waterfalls in the Cordillera Central mountain range
  • Zip lines, volcanoes & a private mineral spring plunge pool in Arenal
  • A private catamaran sail of the Guanacaste coast
  • Beach relaxation & a private ocean-view plunge pool in Las Catalinas

 

similar trips per person from:

$5,900.00 low season (May - Oct)
$7,600.00 high season (Nov - Apr)
prices vary based on departure season.

At a Glance

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  • Check into the charming, historic Grano de Oro Hotel in San José to freshen up before setting out to discover the city on foot, from its tree-lined boulevards to its historic architecture and delightfully chaotic street-life.

  • Take a short drive into the Cordillera Central mountain range to Zarcero, a quaint countryside town known for its topiary garden. Next, onto the picturesque cloud-forested valley of Bajos del Toro. Hike to impressive waterfalls and watch hummingbirds flit by over a cup of local coffee. Dine al fresco at nearby farm-to-table gem Las Ventanas, then head northwest to La Fortuna. Check into Nayara Springs and spend the evening soaking tired muscles in your private geothermally heated plunge pool.

  • Take a walk along rainforest trails and traverse bridges at treetop height with a naturalist guide. Discover the area’s unique ecosystem, spot exotic jungle wildlife, and admire panoramic volcano views before strapping in for a heart-quickening zip line adventure through the forest canopy.

  • Spend a leisurely day making the most of Nayara’s ample amenities. Catch a yoga class, wander the Perezoso Trail in search of resident sloths, or visit the award-winning spa. After dark, take a guided stroll through the gardens in search of the diminutive red-eyed tree frog. On your final night at Nayara, let the sparks fly with a private candlelit dinner for two, surrounded by rainforest.

  • Trade jungle for coast, making your way to the pristine shores of Guanacaste for sun, sand & surf in one of Costa Rica’s most breathtaking locations. Check into Casa Chameleon and catch the first of several unforgettable sunsets – best enjoyed from your private saltwater plunge pool.

  • Your days at Catalina are yours to spend how you wish. Sit back and soak in the sun all day from your private pool villa or get out and explore! Beaches, swells and warm waters make for fantastic swimming, snorkeling and stand-up paddle; if you turn your gaze toward land, you’ll find over 22 km (14 mi) of hiking trails waiting to be discovered.

  • Spend the day cruising along the Guanacaste coast aboard a private catamaran, snorkeling at your own rhythm and catching beach time at the area’s most spectacular beaches. On your last night in Costa Rica, dine by candlelight at a private ocean-view table and enjoy one last romantic meal together beneath an expansive, starry sky.

  • This morning, a private car will take you to the Liberia airport for your onward travels. So long!

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Accommodations

Hotel Grano de Oro, San José

Located on a quiet tree-lined street in San José in a lovingly restored tropical Victorian-era mansion, Grano de Oro Hotel blends neoclassical design with elegant rooms and modern luxuries, including an expansive rooftop jacuzzi terrace, an award-winning wine cellar, and one of the finest restaurants in the city. Visit hotel website.

Nayara Springs, La Fortuna

Ranked one of the top resorts in Central America – and the most romantic – Nayara Springs is an intimate boutique resort that makes the most of its awe-inspiring jungle surroundings. Nestled into landscaped tropical gardens, 50 spacious casitas & villas promise an air of romance and privacy. Each luxuriously appointed villa features a spacious terrace, its own plunge pool fed by natural mineral hot springs and an expansive private garden with dual rain showers. This is pura vida. Visit hotel website.

Casa Chameleon, Las Catalinas

Perched on a hillside overlooking the Pacific, Casa Chameleon is the essence of unpretentious sophistication. The ideal locale for a romantic getaway, 21 ocean view villas sit above Las Catalinas, a secluded paradise that remains quaint & quiet. Each villa features unique décor from around the globe – lamps hand-selected from artisan markets in Morocco and furniture custom-built in Bali, and as well as its own saltwater plunge pool, for the ultimate in private relaxation. Visit hotel website.

What's Included?

Your trip includes everything you want & need, plus a few surprises along the way. Unique, unforgettable destinations; tours with local experts; authentic local cuisine; lessons, demonstrations & new cultural insights; more adventure than you can handle; blissful relaxation; romantic touches; and a feeling of total freedom. ROAM takes care of everything so that you can enjoy a hassle-free journey without worrying about a thing.

  • Airport pickup
  • All hotel accommodation
  • 8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
  • Detailed maps and trip preparation guide
  • All special events and tours
  • All vehicle and regional air transportation from rendezvous to drop-off
  • All baggage transportation
  • All gratuities for baggage, porters and hotel service

Know Before You Go

  • Itinerary prices are dependent on season of departure. Christmas, New Years and Easter (Semana Santa) are peak season, and prices during these periods are significantlky higher than other times of year. High season runs from November through April, and green season from May through September.
  • Arrival: hotel check-in times are at 3:00pm, but you may arrive at any time during the day. If you arrive prior to the scheduled check-in time, we will arrange for early check-in wherever possible.
  • Departure: hotel check-out times are at 9:00am. International flights on your departure day should be arranged to depart after 1:30pm.
  • All prices in USD.
  • For vaccination recommendations, please visit the CDC website.
  • For American, Canadian, and British citizens, a valid passport with 6+ months remaining is required for entry to Costa Rica.
  • Debit cards may not work in Central America, but most establishments accept major credit cards.
  • Please ensure you have immediate access to a minimum of USD $250 as an emergency fund to be used if circumstances outside our control (e.g. a natural disaster) require changes to your planned route.
  • If departing Costa Rica by air, most major airlines include exit taxes in the price of your airfare; if departing via ground or boat, departure tax is USD $29.
  • It is customary to tip service providers (waiters) around 10% depending on service. Tipping taxi drivers is not required.
  • Gratuities for guides and drivers are deeply appreciated, and provide an important supplement to their income. If you are pleased with the tour services you've received, a guideline for tipping in Central America is USD $8-10 per person per day for multiple-day tours, or USD $5-10 per person for day tours.

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Getting There

From North America: several airlines offer direct and connecting flights to Costa Rica’s two international airports: Juan Santamaría International Airport in San José (airport code: SJO) and Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport in Liberia (airport code: LIR). Including connection time, flights from the USA typically range from 2.5-9 hours in duration, while most flights from Canada range from 9-15 hours in duration.

From the UK: there are currently no direct flights to Costa Rica from the UK, but there are several flight options connecting in the United States and/or Canada. Including connection time, flights from the UK typically range from 12-18 hours in duration.

When you arrive in SJO or LIR, there will be an airport transfer waiting to take you to your hotel downtown, or in some cases, your next destination. If you have questions about flights, or require assistance booking, please contact us here. We're here to help!

How it Works

Step 1: Get Inspired

Browse our trip ideas. We specialize in creating custom trips centered around your special event, so this is a starting point - your trip will be unique! Then, we want to get to know you and your travel companions better. Once you send us your inquiry, our team will reach out to you within 48 hours to schedule an intake call.

Step 2: Plan

We'll discuss your trip ideas, what matters to you, and your budget. We take your vision, and our ideas, and turn it into a tangible plan.

No idea what you want? No problem! Have as little or as much input as you want to. You can select your dream resorts and activities, or leave it to us. We've got you.

Step 3: Experience

From here, the process is simple. We refine your itinerary until it's perfect, then you pay a deposit, and we get to work behind the scenes to prepare & arrange your trip.

We'll be here if you have any questions before your departure. Next thing you know, you're in paradise!

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