Continue your adventure after Envision, unwind and explore Costa Rica with your new Envision Family.
This 10-day, 9-Night journey begins with the first three days set atop the coastal cliffs of Manuel Antonio, followed by three nights at the foothills of Arenal Volcano in La Fortuna and finally 3 more nights soaking up sun rays and waves in the coastal beach town of Jaco.
This is a great opportunity to explore some of the magic that Costa Rica has to offer before flying home or traveling onward. Enjoy private transportation throughout with professional local driver and guided by your Tour-Leader, Fadrique Soma, who is also an influential speaker at Envision.
Most of today is left open to allow everyone on the tour ample time to arrive safely, and make their way to the hotel, located in the neighborhood of Barrio Amon (known as the Bohemian district). Your guides will already be at the hotel, likely enjoying a local artisan beer. Check into rooms and begin to explore San Jose City. At 5:30pm, meet the group and guides over drinks in the hotel lounge followed by our first dinner at a local favorite, Cafe Mundo. Remainder of night free to explore local culture and night life.
Enjoy early breakfast at the hotel before departing the city at 6AM, as we go right into the natural beauty of this richly biodiverse country. Picking us up from the hotel is our private party bus, which will serve as our magic carpet ride for the remainder of the trip.
After a beautiful drive through Braulio Carillo National Park, we arrive to one of the world’s most scenic rivers to white-water-raft, Rio Pacuare! These class 3-5 rapids will carry us nearly 4-5 hours down to the Caribbean side of Costa Rica where we rejoin with our bus at the headquarters of the rafting company. We'll then drive a few more hours to our destination, Puerto Viejo de Limon. Upon arriving, check into our beachfront hotel and enjoy some free time relaxing after a long and adventurous day. This is a free night for all to explore local food individually or in small groups. For those looking to boogie down, this is a funky little town for that!
Wake up to the sound of crashing waves and Howler Monkeys as we start day three. Breakfast served at the hotel with a free morning to enjoy this very special place! Just before noon, gather again as a group to experience The Jaguar Rescue Center- a famous rehabilitation center for wild animals in the region. It’s a great organization that makes a profoundly positive impact, and we love to get up close and personal with monkeys, sloths, wild cats, and many other local animal friends!The second half of the day is spent chilling at Punta Uva Beach: one of our local hidden gems / favorite spots. Return to hotel for showers and a pre-party before heading out as a group for a special dinner with our Boy Stash, a master in fusion Caribbean Cuisine. Remainder of the night will be yours to enjoy Puerto Viejo night life.
We start the day by driving 30 minutes south to the town of Manzanillo, where the road goes no further. Local nature guides will split our group into 2 smaller groups as each set out on a beautiful jungle-coastline hike to Punta Mona. This scenic trail zig-zags in and out of dense primary and secondary rainforest and then back onto the beach making it a hike to remember! All luggage will be boated out ahead of the group. Arrive to Punta Mona in-time for lunch, local fruits, and a much deserved swim. Check into cabins followed by an orientation tour so as to get aquatinted with the eco-formula that makes Punta Mona such a special place. Group dinner at the sound of the conch and remainder of night free to relish in the magic of this jungle biosphere.
Meet with Post-Envision travel group for the first time just as the festival comes to a close on Monday-March 6, 2023. Enjoy fresh fruit and drinks while meeting and greeting with all on tour. We then pack into our private bus and make a short drive into the town of Uvita for a proper group brunch.
After a picturesque drive up the coast we arrive to our hotel and check into rooms. The rest of the day spend relaxing at hotel w/ pools, lounges, views, nature hikes and more. Sunset group dinner across the street from hotel at famous restaurant, El Avion, which sets atop the cliffs with breathtaking views of the coastline.
Wake up slowly to the sounds of the jungle arising before a relaxing breakfast at hotel. First half of day spent exploring local beaches and culture.
Mid-day, gather as a group for Ocean Catamaran Boating Excursion… snorkeling, dolphin watching and open bar with lunch onboard. Cruise into the open sea, looking for spotted dolphins, migrating humpback whales, sea turtles and manta rays. The Boat anchors in a protected cove within the pristine Biesanz Bay for snorkeling and observing a diverse body of colorful tropical marine life. All planned so that our return boat ride back to the harbor is timed during that magical sunset hour.
Return to hotel and settle in for enjoyable group dinner... Remainder of night open to relax at hotel or explore local night-life.
Early breakfast at hotel so group can enter world famous Manuel Antonio National Park when all of the animals are most active. Local guides will lead us through this natural wonderland and share their passion and knowledge of flora and fauna. Park hike includes time to swim at a variety of beach locations and offers breathtaking views of jungle beach coastline. Exit the park in time for lunch at a local restaurant, known in Costa Rica as “Sodas”, great food and so full of charm. Second half of day left open to soak up more beach time. Return to hotel with time to relax before another epic sunset group dinner!
Another fine “Tico” breakfast with some time to chill at hotel before loading into group bus and traveling North to the charming town of La Fortuna, home to Arenal Volcano. En-route, we stop for lunch at another local soda that resides adjacent to famous Tico souvenir store offering goods from across the country; many of which support local indigenous cultures.
Arrive to hotel in the evening and check into rooms. Group dinner at hotel followed by time to explore town and people.
Relaxing morning with breakfast at hotel. Set out as a group to La Fortuna Water Falls, which magically emerges out of the forest and drops 200 feet! The water is fresh and pure. Group will have ample time to swim and explore at the base of the falls. Return to town with time to relax. La Fortuna is a charming town full of small businesses that proudly offer their local goods. Enjoy finding local art, cacao, exotic fruits and the like. A very relaxing evening in the late evening as group enters the healing hot-springs at Tabacón for a night of soaking! Enjoy exploring numerous naturally heated river pools with temperatures ranging from 72 to 105 degrees Fahrenheit and with the perfect combination of high volume and mineral content. After soaking for a while, enjoy group buffet dinner at high end restaurant within hot springs resort. More time for soaking and ordering drinks at swim-up bars before returning to town and hotel. Melt into hotel beds after full night of soaking or hit the town for some fun and night-life.
Today we set out as a group for a full day of adventure activities. Our friends and local adventure guides at Desafio will be taking us out deep into the rich jungles of the Central Valley and offer either zip-lining or canyoneering. Both tours offer a fun-filled day full of nature and adrenaline. Return to hotel by evening and enjoy some down time. As night falls, we set out on an especially fun group dinner at local restaurant, El Volcán, often booming with artists, travelers and music! Remainder of night open to party, “Es Sábado”.
Breakfast at hotel with relaxing morning and final chance to explore town and people before loading into our travel bus and making way to the sunny beaches of Jaco.
Arrive mid-day and check into hotel located directly on the beach! Remainder of day free to explore local culture.
Meet back at hotel in the evening for drinks and group dinner at hotel followed by pool party. Remainder of night open.
Breakfast at hotel followed by full day of beach fun! We’ve organized surf lessons and/or paddle boarding for the following two days, where local surf guides will do their best to get everyone up riding waves. Jaco beaches offer a variety of surf good for both beginners and more advanced. Yoga sessions offered throughout the day, so pick a time and get some stretch and inner peace on. Group dinner in town at local favorite restaurant followed by whatever unfolds naturally.
Another full day of beach activity and leisure. In addition to receiving two more hours of surf lessons with local guides, paddle boards and surf boards will be available throughout the day for group to share. At this point of the journey, we hope everyone is truly feeling decompressed in paradise! Spend the remainder of the day freely enjoying Jaco beaches. Final group dinner in town at another local favorite restaurant of which the town of Jaco has many. Last night to celebrate on tour and reflect on the magic of it all!
Meet with Post-Envision travel group for the first time just as the festival comes to a close on Monday-March 6, 2023. Enjoy fresh fruit and drinks while meeting and greeting with all on tour. We then pack into our private bus and make a short drive into the town of Uvita for a proper group brunch. After a picturesque drive up the coast we arrive to our hotel and check into rooms. The rest of the day spend relaxing at hotel w/ pools, lounges, views, nature hikes and more. Sunset group dinner across the street from hotel at famous restaurant, El Avion, which sets atop the cliffs with breathtaking views of the coastline.
Wake up slowly to the sounds of the jungle arising before a relaxing breakfast at hotel. First half of day spent exploring local beaches and culture.
Mid-day, gather as a group for Ocean Catamaran Boating Excursion… snorkeling, dolphin watching and open bar with lunch onboard. Cruise into the open sea, looking for spotted dolphins, migrating humpback whales, sea turtles and manta rays. The Boat anchors in a protected cove within the pristine Biesanz Bay for snorkeling and observing a diverse body of colorful tropical marine life. All planned so that our return boat ride back to the harbor is timed during that magical sunset hour.
Return to hotel and settle in for enjoyable group dinner... Remainder of night open to relax at hotel or explore local night-life.
Early breakfast at hotel so group can enter world famous Manuel Antonio National Park when all of the animals are most active. Local guides will lead us through this natural wonderland and share their passion and knowledge of flora and fauna. Park hike includes time to swim at a variety of beach locations and offers breathtaking views of jungle beach coastline.
Exit the park in time for lunch at a local restaurant, known in Costa Rica as “Sodas”; great food and so full of charm. Second half of day left open to soak up more beach time.
Return to hotel with time to relax before another epic sunset group dinner!
Another fine “Tico” breakfast with some time to chill at hotel before loading into group bus and traveling north to the charming town of La Fortuna, home to Arenal Volcano. En-route, we stop for lunch at another local soda that resides adjacent to famous Tico souvenir store offering goods from across the country; many of which support local indigenous cultures.
Arrive to hotel in the evening and check into rooms. Group dinner at hotel followed by time to explore town and people.
Relaxing morning with breakfast at hotel. Set out as a group to La Fortuna Water Falls, which magically emerges out of the forest and drops 200 feet! The water is fresh and pure. Group will have ample time to swim and explore at the base of the falls.
Return to town with time to relax. La Fortuna is a charming town full of small businesses that proudly offer their local goods. Enjoy finding local art, cacao, exotic fruits and the like.
A very relaxing evening in the late evening as group enters the healing hot-springs at Tabacón for a night of soaking! Enjoy exploring numerous naturally heated river pools with temperatures ranging from 72 to 105 degrees Fahrenheit and with the perfect combination of high volume and mineral content. After soaking for a while, enjoy group buffet dinner at high end restaurant within hot springs resort. More time for soaking and ordering drinks at swim-up bars before returning to town and hotel. Melt into hotel beds after full night of soaking or hit the town for some fun and night-life.
Today we set out as a group for a full day of adventure activities. Our friends and local adventure guides at Desafio will be taking us out deep into the rich jungles of the Central Valley and offer either zip-lining or canyoneering. Both tours offer a fun-filled day full of nature and adrenaline.
Return to hotel by evening and enjoy some down time. As night falls, we set out on an especially fun group dinner at local restaurant, El Volcán, often booming with artists, travelers and music!
Remainder of night open to party, “Es Sabado”.
Breakfast at hotel with relaxing morning and final chance to explore town and people before loading into our travel bus and making way to the sunny beaches of Jaco.
Arrive mid-day and check into hotel located directly on the beach! Remainder of day free to explore local culture.
Meet back at hotel in the evening for drinks and group dinner at hotel followed by pool party.
Remainder of night open.
Breakfast at hotel followed by full day of beach fun! We’ve organized surf lessons and/or paddle boarding for the following two days, where local surf guides will do their best to get everyone up riding waves. Jaco beaches offer a variety of surf good for both beginners and more advanced.
Yoga sessions offered throughout the day, so pick a time and get some stretch and inner peace on.
Group dinner in town at local favorite restaurant followed by whatever unfolds naturally.
Another full day of beach activity and leisure. In addition to receiving two more hours of surf lessons with local guides, paddle boards and surf boards will be available throughout the day for group to share.
At this point of the journey, we hope everyone is truly feeling decompressed in paradise! Spend the remainder of the day freely enjoying Jaco beaches.
Final group dinner in town at another local favorite restaurant, of which the town of Jaco has many. Last night to celebrate on tour and reflect on the magic of it all!
One final breakfast at hotel. For those leaving the country, airport shuttles are easily arranged at reception, and for those continuing to travel, public bus system can get you anywhere from Jaco.
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“Its all about the fluidity of the trip, amazing people, and going deep into nature and local culture!”
Embark on the Costa Rican journey of a lifetime including (1) GA Envision Festival Admission Ticket plus an epic 10-day decompression tour! Accommodations shared with another tour attendee at Selina Hostels and access to Envision Festival.
Continue your adventure after Envision, unwind and explore Costa Rica with your new Envision Family! Accommodations shared with another tour attendee at Selina Hostels. (No festival admission ticket included)
Fadrique was born and raised in Costa Rica, and currently enjoys traveling the world facilitating retreats and workshops about non-violent communication & transpersonal therapy.
Fit for position as lead guide on the Post-Envision Tour, Fadrique is a natural leader who lives and breathes his culture. He is the perfect guide to unveil the wonders of Costa Rica while keeping things calm, cool, and collected.
Fadri for short, is also an excellent surfer who can help all on tour practice catching waves!
Brooke has grown up on the Central Pacific coast of Costa Rica for almost 30 years. She has been a member of the Envision community for 11 years, with 3 years of experience guiding the Envision Pre-Tour. Her insight, "Pura Vida" attitude, and community relationship skills make Brook the perfect fit as co-guide to this unique travel experience.
Fadrique was born and raised in Costa Rica and currently enjoys traveling the world facilitating retreats and workshops about non-violent communication & transpersonal therapy.
Fit for position as lead guide on the Post-Envision Tour, Fadrique is a natural leader who lives and breathes his culture. He is the perfect guide to unveil the wonders of Costa Rica while keeping things calm, cool and collected.
Fadri for short is also an excellent surfer who can help all on tour practice catching waves!