High Plains Scuba - Costa Rica Ocean and Volcano Adventure!

Arrive in Liberia Airport (LIR) and meet your driver for transfers with fellow HP Scuba travelers for a quick and picturesque ride to your home for the next few days on the coast.

After getting settled in, Divers will meet in the lobby at 4:30pm for a briefing.

Then it's time to get comfortable as we look forward to an amazing week ahead!

For the next three mornings, divers will meet at 8:15am in the lobby for a brief transfer to the dive boat for a 2-tank morning boat dive.

Experience local dive sites teaming with marine life such as the Pacific Manta Rays, spotted eagle rays, white tip sharks and huge schools of tropical fish.

For those not diving, enjoy the relaxing casual beach vibe and authentic hospitality at the resort or explorer the area where a vast range of activities are available including tree-top canopy tours, thermal pools, waterfalls, nature walks and so much more which can be arranged in advance or with the hotel tour desk.

Divers have a full day to relax and play on Playa Flamingo or enjoy the facilities at Margaritaville Beach Resort. You can also explore the local beach town close by with its array of restaurants and the chance to browse for Tico crafts and produce.

Chilling not your style? The onsite tour desk can assist you in planning your day. The region has so much to offer no matter how you prefer to spend your time. The options are endless!

Meet our private guide at 830am to begin your journey to the breathtaking interior of the Country.

Enroute we will stop for our Sloth Encounter and Frog Tour. As we amble on a gentle path,  looking for sloths, there is a pretty good chance we will also see some of the beautiful blue jeans frogs, ruby-eyed tree frogs, and glass frogs, with our local naturalist guide helping us spot them.  Our guide will also share fun facts about Costa Rica while looking for monkeys, toucans, birds and other animals that we might be treated to on this tour.

After a traditional Tico lunch, we continue on to La Fortuna - home of Arenal Volcano which remains incredibly active even today.

After settling in, we will meet at 7pm for a group dinner at the main restaurant of the Magic Mountain Hotel, a rich culinary experience that invites you to savor unique flavors, with unparalleled customer service, creating an unforgettable experience.

At 10am we will meet our guide to spend the morning experiencing some of the best of Arenal, with a visit to the Hanging Bridges and La Fortuna Waterfall. Walk through lush rainforests, explore biodiversity, and enjoy a refreshing swim in crystal-clear waters. 

This tour combines rainforest exploration with one of the most iconic waterfalls in Costa Rica and is ideal for travelers who want to connect with nature through scenic walks and refreshing moments in the jungle.

Our day starts with a visit to Arenal Hanging Bridges, walking through rainforest trails and suspension bridges in the canopy. This unique perspective lets you observe wildlife, tropical plants, and the rich biodiversity of the region. 

The tour continues to La Fortuna Waterfall, one of the most beautiful natural attractions in the area. You can swim in clear waters surrounded by lush rainforest and enjoy a peaceful connection with nature.

After working up an appetite, we depart for the Doña Mara Tortilla Making Experience and visit with a local family. This time at Doña Maras home will give you a better understanding of the meaning of “Pura Vida” (pure life) experienced by rural Costa Ricans. This authentic cultural experience should be a part of everyone’s visit to Costa Rica!

You will be welcomed with a tropical drink (pineapple, orange, and coconut water) at the “rancho” (like a gazebo) and enjoy a delicious typical lunch prepared on Doña Mara’s rustic wood-fired stove. While lunch is cooking, you will get an opportunity to try your hand at making tortillas from freshly ground corn “masa.” You will learn how to flatten the dough into perfect circles, ready for cooking – and for the best part – you will get to enjoy the fresh homemade tortillas served with lunch! Guests are encouraged to practice their Spanish and learn about Costa Rican culture while eating lunch with the family

After lunch we head back to our hotel for some time to relax before our final activity of the trip.

At 5pm we meet for a brief ride to the Eco Termales Hot Springs. This sanctuary of pleasure, nature, and beauty that has been the life's work of the Hidalgo family focused on toward privacy and relaxation — it does not accept more than 100 visitors at one time so guests will never feel lost in crowd and will always find your own place to unwind.

There are five volcanic hot springs fed pools that range in temperature from 99 to 106 degrees Fahrenheit. There is also a waterfall and freshwater pool adding to the ambiance. While the pools are manmade, they are built to contain and enhance the natural volcanic hot springs which feed directly into them. In addition to hot springs, the property offers several paved and lit trails so you can explore the surrounding jungle. There are large trees, broadleaf plants and many tropical flowers. It truly is a magical setting!

When you arrive, you will be provided with a time slot for your dinner. The meal is served in an open-air restaurant, providing authentic Costa Rican food. Coffee and dessert are included as well. The property also offers a poolside bar for an additional fee. Offerings include juices, cocktails and other beverages.

It's the saddest part of the trip - it's time to begin the journey return home.

But we are sure the wealth of incredible and unique memories we've made, will last a lifetime!