Spend the day getting acquainted with the scenic waterfall trails around your hotel. Or, if you prefer, simply take advantage of the swimming pools, Jacuzzi, and spa!

Rise early for a hike up Irazú Volcano—you'll be amazed at the emerald green lake housed in its crater. This afternoon, explore the "City of Flowers" with your local guide, learning about local Tico customs and culture.

Join some local baristas for a tasting and lesson in the art of artisanal coffee at the Espiritu Santo Coffee Plantation. This evening, unwind in your tranquil surroundings at the El Silencio eco-lodge.

Spend the morning with local orchid enthusiast, Don Martin Porras, in his gorgeous private garden. Then take a guided horseback ride through Bajos del Toro’s bucolic landscapes and stop for a refreshing dip in the cool emerald waterfall pools.

Explore La Tirimbina Rainforest Centre in the Arenal region—walk the Chocolate Trails, cross the suspension bridge and learn about the origin of cacao from the Mayan and Aztec cultures.

Set off on a Sky Tram gondola ride with a naturalist guide through the National Park and zip line back down to ground level through the Sky Trek canopy.