Adventure and relax at Arenal Volcano and Tabacon Gran Spa Hot Springs

Take advantage of the wonders of nature by choosing one of the most active volcanoes in Latin America as your destination. The journey will begin with a trip to the past in the artisan town of Sarchí, famous for the construction of oxcarts, the transportation method historically used by coffee farmers that has now become an essential part of Costa Rica’s culture thanks to all the vibrant colors in which they are painted. Afterward, there will be a photography stop in the town of Zarcero, best known for its topiary garden sculpted from Cyprus trees. Afterwards, lunch will be served prior to the arrival to the Arenal’s stomping ground for visiting and relax in Tabacón, the five-star destination of thermal pools as you also enjoy watching the incredible night sky. The end for this delightful evening will be a delicious dinner and the return to San José

What to expect

A tour designed to stimulate your senses and Arenal Volcano, one of the active volcanoes in the Americas, as your destination.

Begin your journey with a stop in the artisan town of Sarchí, the production center of hand-painted oxcarts for over a century. This is how coffee farmers transported their beans on the narrow paths and roads of this mountainous country. A visit to the Sarchí oxcart factory provides you with an opportunity to witness the creation of one of these vibrantly colored carts that are sold worldwide. A picture perfect stop will be made at the highland town of Zarcero, which is famous for its topiary garden sculpted from Cyprus trees. Prior to your arrival in the Arenal region, you will be stopping to enjoy a typical Costa Rican lunch.

The Arenal volcano has been active since 1968 and the volcanic activity has been very diverse over the years. The Tabacón River originates in this fascinating “Mountain of Fire”. The Tabacón Grand Spa and Thermal Resort will be your destination for the next few hours, this resort gives you the pleasure of a healthy and relaxing soak in the variety of hot springs pools. Be caressed by the cool night air while observing the stars and the incredible night sky above the volcano. Now relaxed it will be time to enjoy the sumptuous buffet dinner followed by your return to San José.