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9 days in Costa Rica · Bajos del Toro · Arenal · Las Catalinas

Cloud forest hideaways, volcanic views and barefoot beach bliss

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Why this trip

Your Costa Rica honeymoon, planned around you

Unwind with spa days and cloud forest walks in Bajos del Toro, enjoy gentle adventures around Arenal, and finish beside the sea in Las Catalinas. A Costa Rica escape made for two.

Escape into Costa Rica’s beautiful wilds on a romantic journey from the misty forests of Bajos del Toro to the Pacific shores of Guanacaste. Begin at your cloud forest lodge, hiking to hidden waterfalls and indulging in a private spa experience. Continue to Arenal for hanging bridges, wildlife, and a candlelit dinner with volcano views. Then, trade forest trails for Las Catalinas, where lazy afternoons beside your private plunge pool end with glorious Pacific sunsets. Spend a day sailing the coast by private catamaran before a final romantic dinner beneath the stars. Nine days of adventure, indulgence, and time for two.

Planned by Osaviva
Every day shaped around your dates, pace and budget
Certified Costa Rica specialists who know the lodges and guides
Your itinerary in our private travel app, with restaurant picks, and it works offline
24/7 support while you travel
Included in your trip
Hand-picked stays with taxes and the standard meal plan
Private transfers, plus domestic flights or boats where the route needs them
The guided activities in the itinerary and park fees
Special dinners named in the itinerary
International flights and travel insurance are arranged separately
Trip highlights

What your nine days look like

Sail the Pacific coast by private catamaran
Hike misty trails to hidden waterfalls in Bajos del Toro
Soak in your private hot spring-fed plunge pool
Dine by lantern light beside a river in the heart of the cloud forest
The itinerary

Day by day

Mist, stillness and mountain air
Bajos del Toro and Arenal
Day 1
Welcome to the cloud forest

Arrive in San José and meet your private driver for the journey to Bajos del Toro, where mist drifts through the cloud forest. Check into your luxurious villa and spend the afternoon enjoying the leafy surroundings. Tonight, dine privately by candlelight beside the lodge’s river.

Day 2
Hidden waterfalls in the cloud forest

Join a shared hike through Bajos del Toro’s cloud forest to discover beautiful waterfalls. Follow green trails through the mist, then return to your lodge for an afternoon at leisure. Wander the grounds or curl up beside your villa’s fireplace after a refreshing day in the forest.

Day 3
Indulge in your private spa retreat

Spend the morning enjoying a private spa experience at your cloud forest lodge. Relax with a massage, then let the rest of the day belong to the forest views and your beautiful villa. This evening is yours to enjoy at your own pace.

Day 4
To Arenal for hanging bridges and candlelit dining

Continue to Arenal and explore rainforest trails and treetop-height hanging bridges with your naturalist guide. Watch for wildlife and admire volcano views as you learn about the forest around you. Tonight, enjoy a private candlelit dinner on your terrace overlooking the volcanic landscape.

From forest to sea
Arenal and Las Catalinas
Day 5
Rainforest relaxation

Spend a leisurely day making the most of your rainforest retreat. Relax in your plunge pool, wander the grounds, or linger over a late breakfast. Perhaps arrange a spa visit in the afternoon for a little more indulgence before tomorrow’s journey to the coast.

Day 6
Retreat to the beach

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 your coastal hideaway and catch the first of several unforgettable sunsets, best enjoyed from your private saltwater plunge pool.

Day 7
Pacific views from your private plunge pool

Spend your day in Las Catalinas exactly as you wish. Relax beside your private plunge pool, wander the beach, or head out to explore the area’s trails. Swimming, snorkeling, and paddleboarding can be enjoyed when conditions allow. Plenty of ways to play, and a beautiful place to do very little.

Day 8
A private catamaran sail and dinner beneath the stars

Spend the day cruising along the Guanacaste coast aboard a private catamaran, stopping for snorkeling and beach time as conditions allow. 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.

Day 9
Farewell to Costa Rica

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

Bajos del Toro cloud forest
Arenal rainforest
Las Catalinas
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Where you could stay

Your own plunge pool above the Pacific

Each stay is chosen for privacy: a cloud forest villa with a fireplace, a hot spring-fed plunge pool beneath Arenal, and a hillside villa with its own plunge pool above Las Catalinas.

Bajos del Toro
El Silencio Lodge

El Silencio Lodge occupies a cool cloud forest valley where waterfalls, hummingbirds, and mist are part of the daily landscape. Spacious suites look across gardens and forested hillsides, with oversized decks that invite slow mornings. Walking trails begin on the property and lead to streams, waterfalls, and hidden corners of the reserve.

La Fortuna
Amor Arenal

Amor Arenal occupies a forested hillside on the lower slopes of Arenal Volcano, where standalone wooden casitas are carefully spaced among the trees. Every casita includes a private hot spring plunge pool, while larger thermal pools and forest trails are woven throughout the property. Toucans, monkeys, and hummingbirds are regular visitors, especially during the early morning.

La Fortuna
Nayara Springs

Adults-only Nayara Springs occupies a quiet corner of the Nayara estate beneath Arenal Volcano. Every villa includes a private, mineral-fed plunge pool surrounded by rainforest, with hanging bridges linking guests to the restaurants, spa, and facilities across all three Nayara properties. It's the most private of the Nayara collection while still giving guests access to everything the resort has to offer.

La Fortuna
Nayara Tented Camp

Nayara Tented Camp overlooks the rainforest with elevated platforms and sweeping views of Arenal Volcano. Spacious tents feature private pools and quiet decks washed in birdsong. Highlights are excellent onsite dining & the award-winning spa.

La Fortuna
Nayara Gardens

Nayara Gardens was the first of the three Nayara properties, and its mature tropical landscaping still gives it the most established feel.

Las Catalinas
Casa Chameleon

High above Las Catalinas, Casa Chameleon looks across the Pacific toward the Catalinas Islands from a collection of private villas. Every villa includes its own plunge pool and terrace, making privacy a defining part of the stay. Beaches, hiking trails, and the restaurants of Las Catalinas are all just below the hillside.

We match each stay to your style and budget, then book the rooms that suit the two of you.

Your planners · Adrienne and Alvaro

450+ trips. Four years living in Costa Rica.

In 2005, Adrienne landed in Costa Rica and was instantly captivated by its vibrant spirit, from the lively streets to the warmth of its people.

Adrienne lived in Costa Rica for more than four years and spends time there every year, and it's where she and Alvaro got married. In 2019, Adrienne and Alvaro combined their passions and perspectives to build something bigger.

We’ve designed more than 450 trips since 2013.

Our team member Michael lives in Costa Rica, so you have someone on the ground before and during your trip.

450+ trips planned
Designing trips since 2013
Costa Rica Specialist
Lived in Costa Rica 4+ years
Married in Costa Rica
Team member living in Costa Rica
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Good questions

Everything you'd ask on the call

When is the best time to go?

This trip works beautifully from November to August. We'll help you choose dates around the weather, the seasons and your calendar.

Is this a good honeymoon trip?

Yes. A private spa morning in the cloud forest, a candlelit dinner with volcano views, your own plunge pool in Las Catalinas and a private catamaran day make it a natural fit for honeymooners.

Do we need to rent a car?

Private transfers take you between each stop, so you can sit back and enjoy the views. On your last morning, a private car takes you to Liberia airport.

Is there a charge to plan our trip?

Your itinerary is free, with no charge up front and no obligation. You pay a deposit only when you decide to book.

Can we change this itinerary?

Yes. This trip is a starting point. We shape the route, the stays and the pace around your dates, your interests and your budget.

What's included in the price?

Hotels with taxes and the standard meal plan, private transfers, domestic flights or boats on the route, the activities in the itinerary and park fees. International flights and travel insurance are arranged separately.

How do payments work?

When you book more than 90 days ahead, there's a 30% deposit, 20% at 90 days before travel and the balance at 60 days.

What happens after we talk?

We send you priced trip options to review. Once you approve and pay your deposit, we book everything, and your itinerary arrives in our private travel app.

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