4 Day Botanika Osa Rainforest Experience

Day 1: SAN JOSÉ – PUERTO JIMENEZ – OSA PENÍNSULA (1 hr by flight, included)

1. Osa Peninsula
   1 day
   Today, your adventure begins with a domestic flight from San José to Puerto Jiménez, offering breathtaking aerial views of Costa Rica’s landscapes as you fly south toward the Osa Peninsula. Upon arrival, transfer to Botanika, where you will check in and settle into your room. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, enjoying the hotel’s facilities, relaxing by the pool, or soaking in the tropical atmosphere of the region.
   
   Overnight on the Osa Peninsula.

Day 2: OSA PENÍNSULA: RAINFOREST TOUR

1. Osa Peninsula
   1 day
   After breakfast, prepare for an unforgettable wildlife experience deep in the rainforest. This guided rainforest safari-style experience is designed to immerse you in the extraordinary biodiversity of the Osa Peninsula while offering a comfortable and engaging way to explore the region. Traveling in a specially adapted vehicle, you will journey along scenic rainforest roads that wind through multiple ecosystems, offering excellent wildlife-viewing opportunities without strenuous hiking.
   As you head toward the Matapalo area, keep your eyes on the treetops and forest edges. This region is renowned for frequent wildlife sightings. It is common to observe monkeys moving gracefully through the canopy, scarlet macaws flying in pairs overhead, and sloths resting quietly among the branches. The area is also home to a wide variety of toucans, reptiles, colorful frogs, insects, and many other native species that thrive in this lush environment.
   
   Overnight on the Osa Peninsula.

Day 3: OSA PENÍNSULA

1. Osa Peninsula
   1 day
   Enjoy a relaxed morning with breakfast at the hotel. Today is free to enjoy Botanika’s amenities or to book optional activities such as kayaking, birdwatching, or additional nature tours in the region. This free day allows you to fully appreciate the peaceful rhythm of the Osa Peninsula, combining comfort, nature, and personal exploration.
   
   Overnight on the Osa Peninsula.

Day 4: OSA PENÍNSULA– PUERTO JIMENEZ – SAN JOSÉ (1 hr by flight, included)

1. Osa Peninsula
   12h
   After breakfast, transfer to Puerto Jiménez Airport for your domestic return flight to San José, concluding your unforgettable Osa Peninsula experience.

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Passengers must arrive at the domestic terminal at Juan Santamaría International Airport. The airline operating the flight is Sansa. Please note that the transfer from San José hotels to the domestic terminal is not included, therefore passengers must make their own way to the terminal.
• Passengers must be at the terminal one hour prior to departure for check-in.
• We will inform Botanika Hotel of the arrival time and the hotel staff will be waiting for the passengers on the airstrip with a sign displaying their name.
• The transfer takes approximately 3 mins, as the hotel is located very close to the domestic terminal in Puerto Jiménez.
• At departure the hotel will transfer the passengers to the Puerto Jiménez airstrip one hour before the flight and our services will conclude upon arrival in San José.
• This is a low-impact, safari-style tour conducted primarily from a comfortable vehicle with short stops for observation and photography. Walking is minimal and on mostly flat terrain, making the experience ideal for travelers of all ages and fitness levels, including families and first-time visitors.
• Domestic flights operate under specific baggage regulations. Each passenger is allowed: One carry-on bag (up to 10 lbs / 4.5 kg), one checked bag (up to 30 lbs / 13.6 kg). Excess or overweight luggage may incur additional fees and is subject to availability. Soft-sided luggage is strongly recommended for domestic flights.
• When traveling to the Osa Peninsula, pack lightweight clothing, closed walking shoes, sunscreen, insect repellent, and rain protection. Respect wildlife at all times, keep a safe distance, and follow your guide’s instructions, stay on marked trails, and use eco-friendly products when swimming near natural areas. to help preserve this fragile ecosystem.
• When traveling to Costa Rica, it’s important to be prepared for diverse microclimates, as conditions range from warm and humid lowlands to cool, misty highlands.
• While U.S. dollars are widely accepted, carrying small amounts of local currency (colones) is useful for tips, small shops, and rural areas, and credit cards are commonly used throughout the country.