3 Day Botanika Osa Rainforest Experience

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

1. Puerto Jimenez
   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.

Day 2: OSA PENÍNSULA: RAINFOREST TOUR

1. Osa Peninsula
   1 day
   After breakfast, set out for an unforgettable rainforest safari in the Osa Peninsula. Travel in a specially adapted vehicle along scenic rainforest roads toward Matapalo, a prime area for wildlife sightings. Watch for monkeys, scarlet macaws, sloths, toucans, reptiles, frogs, and other native species.
   
   An expert naturalist guide will use a high-powered telescope to bring wildlife closer while sharing insights into animal behavior, rainforest ecosystems, and conservation. Enjoy scenic stops for photography and wildlife observation at a relaxed pace.

Day 3: OSA PENÍNSULA– PUERTO JIMENEZ – SAN JOSÉ (1 hr by flight, included)

1. San Jose
   5h
   After breakfast, transfer to Puerto Jiménez Airport for your domestic return flight to San José, concluding your unforgettable Osa Peninsula experience.

• 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.
• Children under 4 years old can join for free
• Bring closed-toe walking shoes (light hiking shoes or sneakers)
• Bring lightweight, breathable clothing suitable for warm and humid conditions
• Bring hat and sunglasses for sun protection
• Bring eco-friendly sunscreen
• Bring insect repellent
• Bring reusable water bottle
• Bring camera or smartphone for wildlife photography