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Volcano Trail

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Volcano Trail

17 days - Antigua to San Jose

Take the road less traveled on this expedition through Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica. This is one of GAP's most exciting trips, even for the seasoned traveler. It's filled with breathtaking scenery from the crystal blue ocean to the tropical rainforest.

Accommodation
Simple hotels for 16 nights.

Transportation
Public bus, boat, van, and taxi.

Budget
You'll need an additional $500 for the meals and local payment. You'll also need money for city breaks, extra nights and airport arrival transfers.

 

Operated by GAP Adventures

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Antigua

Day 2 Copan, Honduras

Walk through grassy plazas filled with intricately carved and decorated monuments, statues and staircases at the unique Mayan ruins of Copan.

Day 3-5 Roatan, The Bay Islands

A scuba diving haven, Roatan is famous for its marine treasures. Blue waters swimming, diving, snorkeling, or simply relaxing on the white sand beaches of the Bay Islands.

Day 6 Comayagua

Leave Roaten by ferry and catch a glimpse of Honduras' famous Mosquito Coast. Spend the full day traveling from sea level to the highlands, through rainforest and along scenic mountain roads, end in Comayagua.

Day 7-9 Granada

Granada's colonial charm is complemented by the surrounding active volcanoes and lakes. Take easy day trips and hikes, a cruise on the lake, or explore the city's markets and museums.

Day 10-11 Ometepe

Two towering volcanoes dominate the landscape in Ometepe, an island on Lake Nicaragua, which is also home to a unique fresh water lake shark. Take an optional hike up Concepcion Volcano or just enjoy the beach and jungle swimming-holes.

Day 12-13 Monteverde, Costa Rica

Traveling in the cool cloudforest and rainforests of Monteverde gives you a glimpse of the luch ecosystems of Costa Rica. Take time to birdwatch, ride horses, mountain bike, or trek over the cloudforest canopy.

Day 14-15 LaFortuna/Arenal

LaFortuna, at the foot of Arenal Volcano, is an excellent base for exploration. A night hike around the volcano is an unforgettable adventure. Try a full day of white water rafting, ride horses, tour the Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge, or relax and soak in the Tabacon Resort Hot Springs.

Day 16 San Jose

Enjoy a final night on the town.

Day 17 Depart San Jose