8-Day Romantic Costa Rica Honeymoon: Volcanoes, Rainforests & Rafting

San José•moderate

Difficulty

moderate

Duration

8 days

Fitness Level

Good general fitness for multi-day travel; comfortable walking on uneven trails and moderate river activity required.

Overview

From steam-slick crater rims to warm Pacific swells, this eight-day all-inclusive Costa Rica escape blends volcano views, cloud forests, hot springs and whitewater rafting—designed for couples who want adventure without logistics. Read on for what to pack, when to go and how the country’s landscapes shape the journey.

8-Day Romantic Costa Rica Honeymoon: Volcanoes, Rainforests & Rafting

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Date

Thu, Oct 30

Travelers

The first light over San José feels like an invitation: warm air threaded with coffee smoke, and palms lining avenues that will soon lead you into rainforest and surf. On day one a uniformed guide meets you at the airport, but it’s after the first night—rose petals on the pillow, wine chilling in a 4-star room—when this trip shifts from itinerary to shared rhythm. Over the next eight days you trade city streets for the thunder of waterfalls, the hiss of hot springs and the slap of Pacific surf, pacing the country from high craters to emerald canopies.

Adventure Photos

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Adventure Tips

Pack a lightweight rain jacket

Cloud forest and afternoon showers are common—waterproof outerwear keeps you comfortable on hikes and zip-line platforms.

Bring reef-safe sunscreen

You’ll snorkel and sun on the catamaran; choose reef-friendly sunscreen to protect marine life.

Carry a dry bag for rafting days

A small dry bag protects phones, cameras and documents on Pacuare rapids.

Book wildlife walks early

Animal activity peaks at dawn and dusk—schedule park walks early to maximize sightings.

Local Insights

Wildlife

Two-toed sloth
Howler monkey

History

Costa Rica’s modern conservation ethos grew in the late 20th century as the country shifted from cattle and coffee monoculture to protected parks and sustainable tourism, preserving habitats like Monteverde and Manuel Antonio.

Conservation

Many operators emphasize low-impact tourism—use reef-safe sunscreen, avoid single-use plastics and stick to marked trails to protect fragile cloud-forest and coastal ecosystems.