Costa Rica Itinerary – How To Spend 10 Days In Costa Rica

If you want to tick off the main cities, explore the natural wonder, go on an adventure and push your comfort zone, then this 10-day Costa Rica itinerary is the perfect plan for you!

DAY 1 ARRIVE IN SAN JOSÉ

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DAY 2 EXPLORE OROSI VALLEY

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DAY 3 TRAVEL TO TORTUGUERO

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DAY 4 EARLY MORNING CANOE IN TORTUGUERO RAINFOREST

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DAY 5 TRAVEL TO SARAPIQUI

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DAY 6 RAFTING AND WATERFALL CHASING

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DAY 7 EXPLORE ARENAL NATIONAL PARK

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