Eco-Friendly Costa Rica

Breakfast in the hotel. Today you will relax and to discover Finca Rosa Blanca’s organic coffee plantation.

The Rosa Blanca Coffee Plantation is located 4000 feet above sea level, on a temperate plateau, ideal for producing some of the world’s best coffee in the lush volcanic soil.

Learn how coffee was discovered and how it is traded and consumed today while strolling down the lanes of Finca Rosa Blanca’s organic sustainable coffee plantation. The guide will explain all about the different steps involved in planting and harvesting an organic coffee plantation, and you can even participate in the picking of coffee, during the harvest season, from October to January.

After breakfast, our guide will pick you up from Finca Rosa Blanca to take you to Villa Blanca Cloud Forest Hotel, visiting en route the towns of Grecia, Sarchí, Naranjo, and Zarcero.

The town of Sarchi is home to the typical artisans of Costa Rica. Sarchi offers from the hands of laborious artisans the most beautiful oxcarts, very representative of Costa Rica’s culture and idiosyncrasy, a variety of handicrafts and also the opportunity to get involved in the processing. Bright colors, different kinds of woods, and a heritage of talents are part of what you will enjoy on your visit to Sarchi.

Breakfast is included in the hotel. Day at leisure to relax and enjoy Villa Blanca.

Villa Blanca is located in the heart of 3000 private acres of pristine cloud forest and dairy pastures. The gardeners and guides continuously work to maintain a 3km system of nature trails through the property specially designed with no staircases or steps to keep a good walking rhythm. Guests can take a self-guided walk or choose to be accompanied by Villa Blanca’s naturalist guide.

After a delicious breakfast, your guide will pick you up to take you beautiful Punta Islita. This private transfer by road will take approximately four hours.

You’ll stay for three nights at Punta Islita where life’s best experiences intensify. This beachfront setting features a stunning tropical forest and charming people who welcome guests with heartfelt hospitality. Golf, Spa, Zip-lining, horseback riding, and fine dining can be enjoyed in relaxing seclusion and premium facilities.

Whilst you’re at Punta Islita you can choose from a wide range of included activities such as eco-adventures like canopy and horseback riding, nature expeditions like monkeys and turtles watching, golf and cooking lessons, or art sessions with the community.

After a delicious breakfast, early private transfer to Punta Islita airstrip or to Nosara airstrip to take a local flight to San José to connect with another local flight to Puerto Jimenez.

Once in Puerto Jimenez, you will be guided to the Reception Office where refreshment will be offered before the trip continues along a bumpy but scenic road for 45 minutes.

When arriving to Lapa Rios, the lodge’s manager will welcome you to the property and will tell you about Lapa Rios’ history, mission, vision and goals.

Rest your body and soul after a delicious lunch taking a nap in the hammock of your comfortable bungalow or take a refreshing dip in the swimming pool. An exquisite three-course meal will be served in the restaurant for dinner. Whilst at Lapa Rios, you’ll have the chance to take guided tours to the waterfalls, to see wild birds and take a walk on the Rainforest Ridge.

Wake up with the stunning sunrise behind the Golfo Dulce in front of your eyes. Have a delicious breakfast with tropical fruits and locally harvested ingredients before getting ready for a new exciting day.

You can once again choose from a selection of on-site guided tours. Enjoy yoga on the beach with a professional instructor in the morning, or perhaps a guided rainforest walk in the afternoon, taking you underneath the lush canopies that are teeming with exotic wildlife.

Return to San José for a final day of leisure before your departing flight the following morning. Take a stroll around La Sabana Metropolitan Park, often known as the ‘lung of San José’. This expansive urban park is perfect for an evening stroll to relax and reflect on your incredible trip.

Bid a fond farewell to Costa Rica, leaving with lifelong memories and having supported the eco-friendly practices that make this country a leader in sustainability.