15 days in Costa Rica Itinerary

La Fortuna de San Carlos is known for nature, adventure, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: witness a stunning natural landmark at Tabacon Hot Springs, tour the pleasant surroundings at Proyecto Asis, head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, and savor a delicious cup with a coffee and tea tour.

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Buenos Aires, Argentina to La Fortuna de San Carlos is an approximately 12.5-hour flight. Traveling from Buenos Aires to La Fortuna de San Carlos, you'll gain 3 hours due to the time zone difference. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Tortuguero.

On the 13th (Sat), explore the wealth of natural beauty at Tortuguero National Park.

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Traveling by car from La Fortuna de San Carlos to Tortuguero takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or do a combination of bus and taxi. In May in Tortuguero, expect temperatures between 35°C during the day and 26°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Sat) early enough to drive to San Jose.

On the 14th (Sun), get engrossed in the history at Jade Museum, see the interesting displays at Pre-Columbian Gold Museum, explore the world behind art at Museo de Arte Costarricense, then look for gifts at J.LANG Atelier & Showroom, and finally hit the best photo ops around with an inspiring photography tour. On the 15th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: relax in the rural setting at Hacienda Alsacia Starbucks Coffee Farm, learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Rescate Wildlife Rescue Center, and then stroll through Rescue Center Costa Rica.

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Traveling by car from Tortuguero to San Jose takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. Expect little chillier evenings in San Jose when traveling from Tortuguero in May, with lows around 22°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Mon) so you can drive to Manuel Antonio.

Kick off your visit on the 16th (Tue): enjoy the sand and surf at Playa Manuel Antonio, identify plant and animal life at Wildlife Areas, and then admire the sheer force of Tropical Waterfalls Tour. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 17th (Wed): see Off-Road Tours, then paddle through the water with a kayaking and canoeing tour, and then take in the local highlights with Walking tours.

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Traveling by car from San Jose to Manuel Antonio takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Wed) early enough to drive to Jaco.

On the 18th (Thu), stroll through Royal Butterflies, get the adrenaline pumping with an extreme tour, then get outside with Outdoor Activities, then head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, and finally skim along the rocks with a canyoning and rapelling tour.

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Drive from Manuel Antonio to Jaco in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Monteverde.

On the 19th (Fri), stop by Monteverde Hummingbird Gallery, tour the pleasant surroundings at Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve, and then kick your exploration up a notch at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks.

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Drive from Jaco to Monteverde in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a shuttle; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Fri) so you can drive to Nosara.

Kick off your visit on the 20th (Sat): test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, then tour the pleasant surroundings at International Animal Rescue Costa Rica, then kick back and relax at Playa Guiones, and finally relax and rejuvenate at some of the top local wellness centers.

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You can drive from Monteverde to Nosara in 3.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Tamarindo.

Start off your visit on the 21st (Sun): tour the pleasant surroundings at Monkey Park, get a taste of life in the country at Pura Aventura, then kick back and relax at Playa Avellana, then relax and rejuvenate at some of the top local wellness centers, and finally tour the pleasant surroundings at Tamarindo Beach. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: find something for the whole family at Black Stallion Eco Park & Estates, then get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and then look for gifts at Papaya Con Leche.

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You can drive from Nosara to Tamarindo in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a shuttle; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Tue) early enough to fly back home.