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Smart Connection Tour Deals

Connecting Costa Rica's Top Destinations with Costa Rica's Top Activities

You've decided to vacation in Costa Rica, so we already know you're smart. But now, with our Smart Connection Tour Deals, you're about to graduate to genius status!

As you've no doubt already noticed, Costa Rica is a small country that is packed to the gills with fun and unique activities, totally distinct regions, beautiful and kind people, and oh… did we mention all the fun and unique activities in Costa Rica?

Why simply book transport from one destination to another, when you can get to where you're going and also have some fun along the way? Have your cake and eat it too… that's what vacation is all about. With Smart Connection Tour Deals, you can “tour your way to your next destination”. Genius, right? We thought you'd love it, you are a smart & savvy traveler after all.

Let's say for example your flight lands in San Jose, and you'd like to spend a day or two soaking up the culture and city life before heading out to La Fortuna to experience Volcan Arenal and the charming countryside. You certainly could book transportation from San Jose to La Fortuna… and on your way there, your comfy air-conditioned van will whiz right past one of the most wonderful adventure parks you've ever imagined: the San Lorenzo Adventure Park at Lands In Love. Or, with a Smart Connection Tour Deal, that comfy air-conditioned van will actually stop at Lands In Love so you can get out and play! Lands In Love offers all activities ala carte, so you can pick and choose what's right for you that day and so can your travel companions. Choose from some of Costa Rica's best canopy tours, horseback riding, river rafting, canyoning… what are you in the mood for?

Stretch your legs, stretch your budget, get to where you're going next, and make the most of your precious vacation time. Plan your major destinations in Costa Rica, and then link them together with our many connection activities. Check out our full menu of options for more info.

We think you'll agree: Smart Connection Tour Deals aren't just smart, they're downright genius!



Arenal Smart Connections
Class III/IV White Water Rafting Pacuare River Smart Connection
Class III/IV White Water Rafting Pacuare River Smart Connection

Connecting San Jose to La Fortuna or Puerto Viejo

Leaving San Jose at 6am, you will take the scenic highway through Braulio Carillo National Park to the Adventure Center in Siquirres where a hearty breakfast awaits. Spend the day challenging yourself rafting the class III/IV rapids on the Pacuare River and its stunning Huacas canyon. Enjoy a tasty lunch riverside, then head to your final destination of the day, La Fortuna near the Arenal Volcano or Puerto Viejo on the Caribbean coast!

Balsa River II/III River Rafting Smart Connection
Balsa River II/III River Rafting Smart Connection

Connecting San Jose to La Fortuna

You may be realizing that rafting is one of the top things to do in Costa Rica in general. But why rafting? Is it really that safe? The Balsa River's class II/III rapids are perfect for first timers and families with children as young as 8 years old. And if you are looking for the best way to keep the family happy while traveling cross country, the Balsa River smart connection is the perfect solution. Parent of the year anyone?

Sarapiqui River III-IV White Water Rafting Smart Connection
Sarapiqui River III-IV White Water Rafting Smart Connection

Connecting San José to La Fortuna

Smart connections are arguably one of the best deals in Costa Rica. So it is no wonder that our Rafting Sarapiqui River is one of our most popular tours for those staying in La Fortuna or Arenal and looking to get back to San Jose to catch their flights. Pack up, spend a day rafting on the Sarapiqui, then use the onward transportation to travel between San Jose and Arenal or vice versa. Now that is a great deal!

San Lorenzo Adventure Park Smart Connection
San Lorenzo Adventure Park Smart Connection

Connecting La Fortuna to San Jose
Traveling with the family and cannot decide on just one activity? We got you covered! San Lorenzo Adventure Park at Lands in Love offers something for the whole family! Choose from canopy tour, canyoning, bungee jumping, an extreme swing, eco bike sky ride, ATVs or even white water rafting. Mix and match adventure combos and your Smart connection will depart La Fortuna then drop you off after your tour in San Jose!

Overnight Arenal Smart Connections
Pacuare River Rafting Overnight Smart Connection
Pacuare River Rafting Overnight Smart Connection

Connecting San Jose to La Fortuna or Puerto Viejo
Hands down, the best way to travel through Costa Rica is the Pacuare Paddle & Hike 2 Day Expedition! This river rafting adventure is perfect for those thrill seekers who are looking to test their paddling and hiking skills on the premiere whitewater rafting river of Costa Rica, the Pacuare River. Best of all, this smart connection can drop you at your next destination of either La Fortuna and its hot springs and volcano or Puerto Viejo and the stunning Caribbean beaches.

Tortuguero Overnight Smart Connection (2 or 3 Day Expedition)
Tortuguero Overnight Smart Connection (2 or 3 Day Expedition)

Connecting San Jose to La Fortuna or Puerto Viejo
Aside from the abundance of wildlife in Tortuguero, the star of the show is the sea turtles that come out at night. So it only makes sense to book an overnight tour to Tortuguero, or maybe even stay for 2! Our Tortuguero Smart Connection includes a guided tour of the canals, lodging, meals and best of all continuing transportation to La Fortuna near the Arenal Volcano or Puerto Viejo in the Caribbean! The Tortuguero overnight tour is one of the best deals in Costa Rica!

Smart Connections Deals Pacuare River Rafting, Hike & Indigenous Visit 3 Day
Smart Connections Deals Pacuare River Rafting, Hike & Indigenous Visit 3 Day

Pacuare River Rafting, Hike & Indigenous Visit 3 Day
(Connecting San José, Arenal & Puerto Viejo)
Perfect for beginning or advanced rafting skills, the Pacuare Paddle, Hike, & Indigenous Visit 3 day tour will allow you to test your skills on Class III and IV whitewater rapids.
Includes: Transport from San Jose, Arenal and the Southern Caribbean, professional guides, gear, breakfasts, lunches, dinners, hiking expedition, 2 nights of lodging in the camp, use of facilities.

Adventure Shuttles Between Destinations
Van Boat Van – Arenal to Monteverde Lake Crossing
Van Boat Van – Arenal to Monteverde Lake Crossing

Van Boat Van – Arenal to Monteverde Lake Crossing
(Connecting Arenal & Monteverde)
Not your average Costa Rica shuttle service, our Arenal to Monteverde shuttles are a bit more adventurous and a whole lot more scenic. Shuttle from your La Fortuna hotel, take a boat across Lake Arenal, then shuttle to your hotel in Monteverde. Add a little adventure to your transfer today!

Tortuguero Adventure Shuttles
Tortuguero Adventure Shuttles

Land & Water Transportation to/from Tortuguero to/from San Jose, La Fortuna & Puerto Viejo
Booked a night or two in the remote destination and looking for an economical way to get there? Departing San Jose, La Fortuna and Puerto Viejo, our Tortuguero shuttles are the perfect choice! Shuttles to Tortuguero depart daily at 6 am. Shuttles include transportation to most hotels in Tortuguero on the main canal and a stop for breakfast along the way. Return shuttles leave at noon daily and can bring you to Puerto Viejo, San Jose or La Fortuna by 5pm in time for dinner!

La Fortuna to Bocas del Toro Panama Adventure Shuttle
La Fortuna to Bocas del Toro Panama Adventure Shuttle

Caribe Shuttle Connecting La Fortuna to Bocas del Toro, Panama (vice versa)
Departing daily at 6am, the shuttle takes you out of San Jose on the highway through the Braulio Carrillo National Park and over to the Caribbean side of Costa Rica. Here you will stop for lunch and a stretch break in Puerto Viejo. From there you will go to the Sixaola - Guabito border. Here your guide will help you cross into Panama and your transportation waiting on the other side to take you to Almirante. Here you will board a water taxi that will take you to your final destination, Bocas del Toro Panama. Hassle free shuttle service!









Caribe Shuttle Arenal to Puerto Viejo
Caribe Shuttle Arenal to Puerto Viejo

Caribe Shuttle Arenal to Puerto Viejo
(Connecting La Fortuna to Puerto Viejo, Cahuita & Manzanillo)
Shared shuttle transportation with daily departures from most La Fortuna Hotels to Puerto Viejo, Cahuita & Manzanillo Hotels. Travel time approximately 6 hours.









Airport Shuttles From La Fortuna
Arenal Airport Shuttles to SJO
Arenal Airport Shuttles to SJO

Arenal Airport Shuttles to SJO
(San Juan Santamaria Airport San Jose)
Daily airport shuttles from La Fortuna to SJO airport in San Jose. Departs twice daily at 8:00am and 1:30pm. Approximate travel time 3.5 hours.









Arenal Airport Shuttles to LIR
Arenal Airport Shuttles to LIR

Arenal Airport Shuttles to LIR
(Liberia Airport Guanacaste)
Daily airport shuttles from La Fortuna to LIR airport in Guanacaste. Departs daily at 8:00am. Approximate travel time 3.5 hours.









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