🌋Mountain Bike Adventure Among Volcanoes 🌋 10D/9N

Explore Costa Rica on two wheels on an exciting mountain biking journey through its majestic volcanoes and extreme natural landscapes. From cloud forest trails to challenging lava and ash trails, this adventure will take you through some of the country’s most breathtaking terrain.

This mountain biking adventure among volcanoes is perfect for mountain biking enthusiasts looking for challenges, breathtaking scenery and a unique connection with nature.

🌿 Pura Vida & A Rodar! 🚵‍♂️🇨🇷

Itinerary

Description of activities and areas to visit

🌍 Day 1. The Adventure Begins – Welcome to Costa Rica!

Your Costa Rica adventure starts upon arrival at Juan Santamaría International Airport in San José. After clearing immigration and collecting your luggage, a comfortable shuttle will take you to Cartago, the historic former capital of the country.

🚗 Scenic Drive Through the Central Valley
Enjoy the stunning landscapes of Costa Rica’s fertile Central Valley, known for its rich volcanic soil and vibrant greenery.

🍽 Evening: Traditional Costa Rican Dinner
✔ Savor authentic local dishes at a traditional restaurant in Cartago.
✔ Experience Costa Rican flavors, such as gallo pinto, casado, or fresh tropical fruits.

🏨 Rest & Prepare for Your Journey Ahead
✔ After dinner, settle into your hotel in Cartago, where you can rest and recharge for the adventures to come.
✔ Your journey has just begun, and Costa Rica’s natural wonders, rich culture, and thrilling landscapes await!

Overnight at Grandpas or similar

🌋 Day 2.The Adventure Begins: Irazu & Turrialba Volcanoes by Bike

🥾 Morning: Hike to the Summit of Irazú Volcano
✔ After breakfast, head to Irazú Volcano (3,432m), Costa Rica’s highest active volcano.
✔ Hike to its massive crater, where on clear days, you can see both the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans.
✔ Explore its otherworldly, lunar-like landscapes and learn about the volcano’s geological history.

🚵‍♂️ Epic Bike Ride Between Volcanoes
✔ Hop on your mountain bike and start the adventurous ride from Irazú to Turrialba Volcano.
✔ Cycle along scenic ridges, crossing cloud forests, open pastures, and volcanic terrain.
✔ Enjoy thrilling downhill sections and technical gravel roads, making this ride a true adrenaline rush.
✔ Arrive at Turrialba Volcano National Park, home to one of Costa Rica’s most active volcanoes.
✔ Begin a spectacular descent, navigating rolling hills and remote countryside, passing through coffee plantations and lush valleys.
✔ Return to your hotel, celebrating a day filled with adventure, breathtaking views, and epic biking experiences.

This high-altitude mountain biking adventure is the perfect mix of adrenaline, nature, and Costa Rica’s volcanic landscapes!

Overnight at Grandpas or similar

🚵‍♂️ Day 3: Biking from Poás Volcano to Sarapiquí & Transfer to Arenal

🌄 Morning: Ride to the Slopes of Poás Volcano
✔ After breakfast, begin your ride toward the imposing Poás Volcano (2,708m), one of Costa Rica’s most iconic volcanoes.
✔ If conditions allow, enter Poás Volcano National Park to witness its massive crater, home to a turquoise-colored acid lake.
✔ Feel the high-altitude breeze as you pedal through misty cloud forest and rolling farmlands.

🚴‍♂️ Climb to Vara Blanca & Epic Descent to Sarapiquí
✔ Ride toward Vara Blanca, a scenic mountain pass known for stunning views of the rainforest-covered slopes.
✔ Begin an exhilarating downhill descent toward Sarapiquí, dropping into the lush Caribbean lowlands.
✔ Experience the transition from cool highlands to warm, humid rainforest, passing by coffee and strawberry farms along the way.

🚗 Afternoon: Transfer to Arenal Volcano
✔ Arrive in Sarapiquí, where you’ll leave the bikes and board a private transfer to Arenal.
✔ Enjoy the scenic drive, watching the majestic Arenal Volcano grow on the horizon.

After a day of intense biking and scenic transitions, get ready for the next volcanic adventure in Arenal! optional enjoyment of the relaxing hot springs.

Overnight at Arenal Paraiso or similar.

🚵 Day 4. Fortuna Adventure – Hike, Bike and hot springs

🌋 Morning: Hike Along the Slopes of Arenal Volcano
✔ Explore Arenal Volcano National Park, hiking through ancient lava fields, dense rainforest, and open viewpoints.
✔ Learn about the volcano’s explosive history, its last major eruption in 1968, and how the landscape has been reshaped over time.

🚴‍♂️ Late Morning: Biking Along Lake Arenal
✔ Hop on your bike and ride along the Arenal Dam, a scenic stretch with stunning panoramic views of Arenal Volcano and Lake Arenal.

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🌿 Afternoon: Relaxation at La Fortuna Hot Springs
✔ After the thrilling ride and transfer to Arenal, unwind in the natural hot springs of La Fortuna.
✔ Soak in volcanic mineral-rich waters, surrounded by tropical rainforest and breathtaking views of Arenal Volcano.
✔ End the evening with a delicious dinner by the pools, listening to the sounds of nature.
This perfect balance of adventure and relaxation will leave you refreshed and ready for the next day’s journey!

Overnight at Arenal Paraiso or similar.

🌿 Day 5: Río Celeste Waterfall Hike & Bike to Miravalles Volcano

⛰ Morning: Hike to Río Celeste Waterfall
✔ After breakfast, set off on a 1.5-hour round-trip hike through Tenorio Volcano National Park.
✔ Reach the sacred site of the Maleku Indians, where the sky-blue waters of Río Celeste create a breathtaking natural wonder.
✔ Admire the intense turquoise color, caused by a unique chemical reaction between volcanic minerals.
✔ Moderate uphill hike, passing through lush rainforest with chances to spot toucans, monkeys, and tropical frogs.

🚴‍♂️ Afternoon: Bike Ride to Miravalles Volcano
✔ Return from the hike and hop on your bikes for a cycling journey toward Miravalles Volcano.
✔ Ride through serene countryside, enjoying the transition from rainforest to open pastures.
✔ Arrive at Fortuna de Bagaces, a tranquil town at the foot of Miravalles Volcano, where you’ll stay for the next two nights.

After an adventure-filled day of hiking and biking, relax and prepare for the next volcano adventure!

Overnight Colinas del Miravalles at or similar.

🚵‍♂️ Day 6: Biking to Rincón de la Vieja Volcano – The Ultimate Climb

🌄 Morning: Challenging Ride from Miravalles to Rincón de la Vieja
✔ Embark on the most extreme cycling day, tackling 26 miles of paved and gravel roads through the Pacific side of the Cordillera.
✔ Ride through remote countryside, open pastures, and dry tropical forest, with stunning views of the volcanic landscape.
✔ Moderate ascent toward Santa María Volcano Station, one of the craters of Rincón de la Vieja’s composite volcanic system.

🌋 Afternoon: Explore the Volcanic Plateau & Optional Blue Ponds Extension
✔ Arrive at a plateau of volcanic tuff, a unique geological formation created by ancient eruptions.
✔ Check-in at Hacienda near the volcano, a working ranch surrounded by nature and adventure.
✔ Optional Extension: Continue riding to reach hidden blue ponds, located at the base of Rincón de la Vieja, perfect for a refreshing dip after a tough ride.

This demanding but rewarding ride takes you from lowland pastures to volcanic highlands, showcasing Costa Rica’s diverse topography and natural beauty.

Overnight at Hacienda Guachipelin or similar

🌋 Day 7: Hike Rincón de la Vieja & Bike

🥾 Morning: Hike Through Rincón de la Vieja National Park
✔ After breakfast, set off on a hike through the volcanic landscapes of Rincón de la Vieja National Park.
✔ Explore bubbling mud pots, fumaroles, and steam vents, experiencing geothermal activity up close.
✔ Walk through tropical dry forest, spotting howler monkeys, coatis, and tropical birds along the way.
✔ Admire waterfalls, natural pools, and the stunning volcanic scenery that make this park unique.

🚴‍♂️ Afternoon: Bike Park Adventure at the Hacienda – Rincón de la Vieja
✔Explore the Hacienda’s Bike Park, a thrilling network of trails designed for mountain biking enthusiasts.
✔ Ride through lush tropical dry forest, past volcanic rock formations, streams, and open pastures.
✔ Choose from flowy single tracks, technical descents, or scenic routes, depending on your skill level.
✔ Enjoy breathtaking views of Rincón de la Vieja Volcano, feeling completely immersed in nature.
After an action-packed afternoon, relax at the hacienda’s lodge, preparing for the next adventure!

Overnight at Hacienda Guachipelin or similar

🌊 Day 8: Free Beach Day – Explore Tamarindo at Your Own Pace

🌊 Morning: Transfer to the Pacific Coast
✔ After breakfast, depart for Costa Rica’s stunning Pacific beaches, arriving just in time for lunch by the ocean.
✔ Check into your beachfront hotel, where you can either relax under the palm trees or jump straight into an adventure.

🍽 Afternoon: Explore the Town & Sunset Vibes
✔ Wander through Tamarindo’s lively beach town, filled with local shops, cafes, and artisan markets.
✔ Optional: Take a sunset horseback ride along the beach.
✔ End the day with a stunning Pacific sunset, perhaps with a cocktail in hand at a beachfront bar.

Today is your chance to recharge and fully embrace the relaxed beach lifestyle before the journey continues!

Overnight in Margarita Ville or similar

🏄 Day 9: Biking the Gold Coast & Surfing in Tamarindo

🚴‍♂️ Morning: Bike Adventure Along the Gold Coast
✔ After breakfast, hop on your bike and explore the stunning landscapes of Costa Rica’s Pacific coast.
✔ Ride through scenic coastal trails, passing by hidden beaches, rocky cliffs, and tropical dry forest.
✔ Take in breathtaking ocean views, spot wildlife like iguanas and howler monkeys, and feel the refreshing sea breeze.

🏄 Afternoon: Surf Lessons in Tamarindo
✔ Head to Tamarindo Beach, one of Costa Rica’s top surf destinations.
✔ Join an expert instructor for a surf lesson, whether you’re a beginner or looking to improve your skills.
✔ Ride the warm Pacific waves, with gentle breaks perfect for learning.
✔ Enjoy the laid-back surf town vibes, relaxing on the golden sand after your session.

This day blends land and sea adventure, giving you the best of Costa Rica’s active lifestyle!

Overnight in Margarita Ville or similar

✈️ Day 10. Goodbye, Costa Rica – Safe Travels!

At the indicated time, transfer to Daniel Oduber Airport for your return flight home.
✔ Enjoy the final scenic views of Costa Rica as you head to the airport.
✔ If time allows, take the opportunity to shop for last-minute souvenirs at duty-free stores.
✔ Savor one last cup of authentic Costa Rican coffee, a perfect farewell to this incredible journey.

¡Feliz viaje y hasta la próxima aventura! 🌿🇨🇷✨

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