Cloud forest hideaways, volcanic views & barefoot beach bliss
When to go
November-August
Trip length
9 days / 8 nights
Typical investmentPrice
from $7,800 pp
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.
Along the way
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
Your route
Mist, Stillness & Mountain Air
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.
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.
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.
Volcano Views & Rainforest Adventure
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.
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.
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.
From Forest to Sea
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.
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.
This morning, a private car will take you to the Liberia airport for your onward travels. So long!
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Our top picks
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.
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.
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.
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.
Occupying a narrow peninsula between two sheltered beaches, Four Seasons Costa Rica is surrounded by calm water, dry tropical forest, and sweeping views across the Gulf of Papagayo. Guest rooms, suites, and private residences are spread across the hillside, with beaches, restaurants, golf, and the marina all close by. Wildlife is part of everyday life here, with monkeys, coatis, and scarlet macaws regularly seen around the property.
Nekajui occupies one of the most dramatic stretches of Peninsula Papagayo, where forested cliffs descend to quiet coves along the Pacific coast. Rooms, suites, and private residences step down the hillside beneath a preserved forest canopy, with broad views across the Gulf of Papagayo. Guests also have access to the peninsula's beaches, marina, Arnold Palmer golf course, and more than 11 miles of hiking and biking trails.
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.
Hidden within the rainforest above Manuel Antonio, Makanda by the Sea is an adults-only retreat where contemporary villas and suites are scattered across a steep jungle hillside. Elevated walkways connect the accommodations with infinity pools and a secluded cove below, while monkeys, sloths, and toucans are frequent visitors. It's an ideal place for honeymooners and couples.
Built on a 30-acre organic coffee farm in Costa Rica's Central Valley, Finca Rosa Blanca combines distinctive architecture with one of the country's best boutique coffee experiences. Fourteen individually designed suites overlook gardens, plantations, and surrounding mountains, while coffee tours and farm-to-table dining are central to the stay. SJO is less than 30 minutes away, but many guests come here for far more than a convenient overnight.
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