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Pura Vida Family Adventure: 7 Days in Costa Rica

San José + La Fortuna · Costa Rica

  • 7 days
  • Family
  • Budget
  • High energy
  • 3–6 travelers
  • Adventure
  • Culture
  • Family Time
  • Local Experiences
  • Nature
Itinerary price
$19
Estimated daily trip spending
$48–$61 per person/dayBefore accommodations · BudgetPlanning estimate for the intended family of four—two adults and two children—sharing family expenses.

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Trip overview

Built around San José and La Fortuna, this family itinerary avoids exhausting hotel-hopping while still delivering Costa Rican culture, rainforest wildlife, volcano scenery, waterfall swimming, and memorable adventure. Active mornings and strategic pool breaks keep the experience exciting and realistic for children.

This trip is perfect for

  • A family traveling internationally with children
  • Families that want wildlife and adventure without constant transfers
  • Parents balancing a budget with a few unforgettable splurges

Trip at a glance

Duration
7 days
Pace
High energy
Trip type
Family
Best for
First-Time International Family · Experienced International Family
Estimated travel spending

Budget · approximately $48–$61 per person/day before accommodations

Planning estimate for the intended family of four—two adults and two children—sharing family expenses.

Where you’ll go

  • San José
  • La Fortuna
  • Arenal Volcano area

Trip highlights

  • Coffee and chocolate experience
  • Rainforest wildlife walk
  • Arenal Volcano National Park
  • La Fortuna Waterfall
  • Family zipline and optional hot springs

What you’ll receive

  • Seven-day family-paced structure
  • Age-conscious activity planning
  • Transportation and booking guidance
  • Family spending targets and flexible backups

Day-by-day structure

  1. Day 1 — Hola, Costa Rica!

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  2. Day 2 — City to Volcano

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  3. Day 3 — Sloths, Volcanoes & Pool Time

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  4. Day 4 — Volcano Family Challenge

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  5. Day 5 — Waterfall Adventure

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  6. Day 6 — Zipline + Hot-Springs Finale

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  7. Day 7 — One Last Pura Vida

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Itinerary price
$19

Included with future membership

Buy this itinerary — $19

Secure checkout and delivery are handled through Systeme.io.

Permanent purchase. Buy this itinerary once and keep access to your delivered copy.

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