Post-Extension to Monteverde Cloud Forest & Arenal Volcano

Days 1/2/3 - Monteverde Cloud Forest
Drive along scenic roads to Monteverde, a lush forest community and home to over 320 bird species, including one of the most beautiful, the Resplendent Quetzal. Walk through the heavenly Cloud Forest Reserve on the Selvatura Treetop tour – a series of bridges, trails and platforms that allows you an incredible view.  For the adventurous, swing through the canopy and cloud forest on a system of cables (at additional cost).Your lodge is nestled on a lush, mountainous slope with a private hiking trail and panoramic views of the wilds of a tropical rainforest and the Gulf of Nicoya. HOTEL BELMAR. (B Daily)

Days 4/5/6 - Arenal Volcano
Drive along twisting roads to discover Arenal Volcano, one of the 10 most active in the world. Majestically towering over 5,300 feet into the sky, watch as gold-colored lava pours down the slopes and hear the resounding booms warning of impending mini-eruptions.  Spend an afternoon at Tabacon Hot Springs Spa and bask in the Tabacon River, whose thermo mineral waters come straight from the heart of the volcano naturally heated to a soothing 102 degrees Fahrenheit.  The resort features mineral water pools, indoor Jacuzzi, therapeutic massages, plus pathways and bridges over hot running streams to see the rich vegetation up close.  Your hotel has spectacular views of the volcano and is surrounded by lush gardens with hiking trails leading into the adjacent forest. ARENAL PARAISO HOTEL. (B Daily)

Days 7/8 - San Jose/Miami
Return to San Jose, where the remainder of your day is at leisure. The next morning transfer to the airport and your return flight home. SAN GILDAR HOTEL. (B, B)