A Beautiful Costa Rica Adventure Honeymoon Starts Here on the Pacuare
This special package is just for honeymooners! Your dream Costa Rica honeymoon escape with your partner includes a beautiful private suite, shuttle transportation from San Jose, fully guided Pacuare River rafting or hiking into the lodge, meals, and all activities at the lodge. You’ll stay in our private and secluded Honeymoon Suite, complete with your own covered riverside balcony, hammock, and sitting area.
Costa Rica Honeymoon Itinerary:
Morning: Travel to the Pacuare River
Hop on an early morning shuttle pickup from your San José hotel (approx. 2.5 hour drive, depending on traffic). We plan all transportation logistics, so we’ll meet you at your hotel to start your journey!
Come dressed for either rafting or hiking, and have your gear sorted into:
- What you’re bringing to the lodge
- What you want to store (sent to our Turrialba Operations Center)
Once we reach the Pacuare River put-in, you’ll be able to stuff your drybag with your gear, go to the bathroom, store luggage you don’t need, and stretch your legs before your unforgettable journey to the lodge.
Rafting into Rios Lodge
- Splash through about 2-3 hours of Class I–III whitewater rafting – a great adventure!
- Paddle through pristine jungle with optional waterfall stops
- Arrive early afternoon for lunch
Hiking into Rios Lodge
- Take a scenic shuttle + 4×4 transfer to El Tigre
- Cross via eco-tram cable car – a must-try with a gorgeous aerial view of the river!
- Embark on a guided moderate 30-45 min, 1.5 km hike, with plenty of chances for photo ops
- Arrive early afternoon for lunch
Afternoon at the Lodge
Time to explore with your favorite adventure partner! After you drop off your things at your new rainforest home, the fun continues. We have several guided activities to choose from, or explore our grounds on your own.
Jump into the adventure with a zipline canopy tour, or take a refreshing dip in our natural pools. Once you’re ready to take a breather, grab tapas or a Happy Hour drink and enjoy the view from your private balcony and hammock.
Tapas available for purchase from 3:30 pm | Bar open 11 am–9 pm
Evening in the Rainforest
The rainforest comes alive at night – come say hello on a pre-dinner guided night hike! After you see all the critters that come out after the sun goes down, it’s time to bond with fellow adventurers in our open-air dining area.
Then, retire to enjoy your cozy honeymoon suite and private balcony for a great rest after a full day.
Morning: Wake Up in the Rainforest
Wake up to a beautiful morning in the rainforest! Enjoy the sunrise with a self-guided yoga session, dawn patrol zipline (pre-scheduled), and an early cup of fresh Costa Rican coffee before breakfast (available 7-9 am).
After you fuel for the day, you can choose your own adventure! Try a waterfall creek hike, river tubing adventure, or a zipline tour.
Hot tip: If you really like an activity, do it as many times as you like! If we’re running it, you can join in on the fun.
Afternoon: Explore and Relax
Lunch is served from 12-2, and after, you get to decide if it’s time for another round of adventures or some much-needed downtime. Joining another guided adventure or unwind – it’s up to you!
If you want some downtime, we have yoga mats, board games, cards, and endless areas to lounge.
Evening in the Rainforest
Another evening, another night hike! We recommend heading out on this activity every night, because you can spot new frogs, glowing fungi, lizards, spiders, snakes, and other nocturnal wonders every time.
Mealtime is your chance to connect with your new friends! With beautiful meals and great company, it’s a perfect end to the day.
Retire to your rooms and rest – you have another day of fun ahead of you!
Morning: Slow Start
At this point, you’re probably ready to slow down and ease into your day in the rainforest. Enjoy a private coffee on your balcony with a view, and stay cozy until the last moment (but don’t cut it too close – our breakfasts are amazing!)
After breakfast, head to one of our natural swimming pools to float and lie out with the sounds of the rainforest surrounding you. You can also head out on a leg-stretching hike with views of the river – you never know what kind of wildlife you’ll be able to witness!
Afternoon: Lounge and Rest
This is your true honeymoon reset day. Enjoy a lazy lunch, and then find a hammock, good book, or perfect napping spot. Sometimes, the best schedule is no schedule at all, so take advantage of that “not a care in the world” itinerary.
Cocktails on the deck, sunset views, and slow walks are the only things ahead of you!
Evening: Take in the Rainforest
Enjoy another night hike – the perfect activity before a lovely meal, have a cocktail, and bond with your adventure buddies in our open-air dining area. The night is yours to enjoy!
Morning: Jump into the Fun
Get an early start, this is your last full day in the rainforest! This is your chance to try anything you haven’t tried before, or repeat your favorite moments.
Enjoy fresh Costa Rican coffee and set out on an early exploration before breakfast. Try exploring a creek you haven’t seen yet, or head out on an early morning zipline experience.
After you work up an appetite, head to breakfast for some delicious dishes.
Afternoon: Find Even More Adventure
From river tubing to hummingbird hikes to waterfall swims and more, get your fill of the rainforest for your final afternoon at our beautiful remote retreat in the rainforest. Have anything else to cross off the adventure list? Now is the time to do it!
Evening: Final Night Celebration
At this point, you and the other guests are old friends. Join in with your fellow adventurers for a final happy hour toast on the deck, take in the sunset, and have one last opportunity to spy out some rainforest critters on a night hike.
After your final dinner in the rainforest, you’ll feel ready for an early bedtime. You have a long, exciting day of travel ahead of you!
The Final Morning
Time to savor your final morning in the rainforest. Enjoy your last cup of rich Costa Rican coffee starting at 6:30 am – watch for toucans overhead and listen for howler monkeys calling through the canopy.
If you haven’t yet, this is your last chance to experience the Dawn Patrol Zipline Canopy Tour before breakfast.
Enjoy one final rainforest breakfast before checkout at 9 am.
Departing the Lodge
It’s time to make your way home, or to your next Costa Rican adventure.
Rafting From Rios Lodge
You’ll depart between 9-10 am for 2-4 hours of adventure-packed class III-IV whitewater rafting, with lunch provided at the takeout. You’ll pass towering waterfalls, lush jungle, and the iconic Huacas Falls between Upper and Lower Huacas Rapids. This is one of the most exciting whitewater runs in the world!
Hiking From Rios Lodge
You’ll depart around 11 am for the 1.5-kilometer hike upstream, with the eco-tram crossing and endless rainforest views. Your guide will point out local flora like cacao trees, and you might spot the rafters floating downstream. A 4×4 and a comfortable van will bring you to the take-out point, where you’ll reconnect with the rafting group and enjoy lunch together.
At the Take-Out
You’ll have access to showers, bathrooms, changing rooms to get ready for your trip home. You’ll have time to eat lunch, organize your gear, and retrieve your stored luggage.
Return Travel
Our shuttle typically departs at 4 pm for the 3-4+-hour journey to San Jose. Expect to be at your hotel between 5-8 pm. Going somewhere else in Costa Rica after your Rios Lodge stay? We can help you get there with private shuttles.
Important Travel Tip!
We strongly recommend booking flights for the following day after your lodge stay ends.
Return times to San José can vary widely. See our Airport & Hotel Travel FAQ for full details.
COSTA RICA HONEYMOON PACKAGE INFO
- Trip Length: 3 Days/2 Nights
- 2026 Price: From $3,327 LS / $3,874 HS for Honeymoon Suite Package for 2 people
Includes:
- Transportation to/from San Jose: included
- Lodge Access: Fully Guided Raft or Hike In & Out Included
- Meals: Included
- Activities at Lodge: Included
Doesn’t include:
Taxes, fees, bar, or gratuities.
Costa Rica Honeymoon FAQs
Getting to Ríos Lodge is part of the adventure—and we make it easy. All lodge packages include shuttle transportation from your San José hotel to the Pacuare River put-in. From there, our expert guides take over. Both hikers and rafters begin their journey here.
Need transportation to or from other locations in Costa Rica? No problem. Custom shuttle add-ons are available—just let us know during online checkout or contact us directly.
At the put-in, you’ll receive a drybag for any luggage you’re bringing to the lodge. Bathrooms are available at the put-in. Any extra luggage you want to store will be sent with the driver to our Turrialba Operations Center for safekeeping. (See Packing list FAQ here.)
From there, you’ll either raft or hike to the lodge.
Rafting: Approximately 16 km of Class I–II whitewater and takes about 2–3 hours, depending on water levels. You’ll arrive at the lodge by early afternoon and enjoy lunch.
Hiking: travel a short distance by 4×4 vehicle from the river put-in to the cable car crossing point. From there, you’ll cross the river and begin your hike along the Pacuare River Trail, heading downstream for a 1.5km, 30-45 minute moderate hike. You’ll arrive at the lodge by early afternoon and enjoy lunch.
After breakfast (around 9 am), you’ll check out, settle your lodge tab, and repack your gear into drybags.
Rafters depart between 9-10 am for 2–4 hours of thrilling Class III–IV whitewater.
Hikers begin the trail around 1 am and follow the same process of hiking in, but in reverse.
Lunch is included for both rafters and hikers.
Both groups reunite at the Pacuare River take-out near Siquirres. Facilities include changing rooms, bathrooms, showers (bring a travel towel), and a covered picnic area to repack your gear. Stored luggage from our Turrialba Operations Center will be waiting for you here.
From the take-out, shuttle buses return to San José or continue to your pre-booked destination.
No problem – this is very common for couples. One person can raft while the other hikes, and you’ll both arrive at the lodge around the same time for lunch.
Our meals are only available at certain times, so make sure you keep them in mind as you plan for your day of adventures.
Coffee: 6:30 am
Breakfast: 7-9 am
Lunch: 12-2 pm
Tapas (for purchase): 3 pm
Dinner: 7-9 pm
Bar: 11 am – 9 pm
Yes! Your itinerary can be intentionally balanced. While there are plenty of activities, the lodge is also designed for:
- Hammock time
- Riverside lounging
- Board games and card games
- Yoga
- Slow mornings with coffee and jungle views
- Beautiful evenings immersed in the sounds of the rainforest
You get to choose your experience, from slow and relaxing to fast and fun, or a mix of everything.
Absolutely – we love treating honeymooners to the best!
We can help you arrange:
- Couple’s massages
- Photoshoots
- Romantic touches for your stay
- Surprise moments coordinated with the team
Whatever your idea is to make your trip special, we want to help make it happen. All you have to do is ask! Keep in mind: advance notice is key due to the lodge’s remote nature.
A honeymoon at Rios Lodge can be described as an adventure with maximum comfort.
Expect:
- Comfortable, thoughtfully designed accommodations
- Incredible food and service
- Exciting activities
- Surroundings of raw, untouched rainforest
- Private moments in nature
- Shared adventure experiences
- Time to fully disconnect and focus on each other
You’re not sacrificing comfort, but you are immersing yourself in nature.
Yes. While there are shared spaces (like dining and activities), your cabin and downtime are very much your own. With a secluded honeymoon suite with a private covered balcony and hammock, it’s easy to slip away.
There are plenty of opportunities for:
- Quiet mornings together
- Private riverfront moments
- Solo time away from other guests
Yes, your experience is fully customizable, from your length of stay to your activities. The lodge runs on “Pura Vida time,” meaning:
- Activities are optional
- Schedules are flexible
- Relaxation is encouraged
The recommended 5-day itinerary especially allows for a slower, more romantic pace, but you can plan for longer or shorter. We recommend at least two nights to get the most out of the lodge.
Yes! We want you to have the Costa Rica honeymoon of your dreams, from start to finish. Our team is happy to help you find and book your adventure before/after your Rios Lodge stay, as well as transport from one to the other. Just reach out!
More Costa Rica Honeymoon Info
- Lodging for each night of your stay.
- Meals during your stay.
- Guided hiking or Pacuare rafting into and out of the lodge.
- Professionally trained, bilingual (English and Spanish) guides.
- Access to conservation lands and hiking trails on our 2,000 acre Pacuare River Conservation Area.
- Transportation to and from San Jose.
- All Guided Activities at the Lodge: You can choose to experience any of our guided activities daily at the lodge, based on your preferences. These include various day and night hikes, river tubing (water level permitting), ziplining, and more.
- All unguided experiences at the lodge: soaking in nearby waterfall pools, use of yoga mats, hammocks, etc.
- Luggage transportation into the lodge and secure storage of any luggage you don’t want to bring to the lodge.
- Note: All guests’ luggage will be rafted into and out of Rios Lodge, for both hikers and for rafters. Guests will get a dry bag at the river put-in for the luggage they want to bring to the lodge.Pack light with one soft sided bag. Hikers will want to keep their daypack with them separately, for hiking into and out of the lodge. See our detailed FAQ Packing List for more information.
- Transportation shuttles to other locations: La Fortuna, Puerto Viejo, Siquirres, or Turrialba. These are available separately if desired, just let us know when you book your reservation.
- Additional gratuities for lodge staff: A 10% gratuity is already included in your package price for meals. Additional gratuities for lodge staff are always appreciated, but not required. All lodge tips are shared across all lodge staff. See our helpful Tipping Information here.
- Gratuities for guides: Gratuities for your guides are always appreciated, but not required. A typical tip is 10% to 20% of the cost of your guided activity. See our helpful Tipping Information here.
- Beverages from the bar (alcoholic and non-alcoholic). Note: Coffee/hot tea, morning breakfast juice, and filtered water are available free.
- Additional food beyond the single serving of entrees and desserts per person, are available at a la carte costs.
- Closed toe shoes (sneakers or river specific shoes) or strapped water sandals (for example Chacos, Astrals, Tevas). We strongly recommend closed toed shoes for every activity at the lodge, including rafting, for better protection.
- Quick drying swimsuit or shorts and top. We recommend shorts for protection against chafing while sitting on the raft, and a long sleeve sun shirt for protection against sunburn.
- Sunglasses and eyeglass strap retainer, especially for prescription glasses! (for example: Chums)
- Optional: Lightweight ball cap with visor to wear under your helmet for helpful sun protection.
- Ecofriendly, waterproof sunscreen.
- Small day pack
- Light hiking shoes or sneakers for hiking
- Light and quick drying hiking clothes
- Croakies and Sunglasses
- Ecofriendly, waterproof sunscreen
- Light rainjacket
- Insect repellent
- Water bottle
- Flashlight or headlamp – a must at night at the lodge.
- Optional: Binoculars. We have a pair at the lodge for guest use at the pavilion.
- Clothes (evenings can be a little cooler depending on time of the year)
- Medications and toiletries (All rooms have biodegradable shower gel, shampoo, and conditioner. If you bring your own soaps, please make sure they are environmentally friendly.)
- Quick drying swimsuit or shorts and top
- Closed toe shoes (sneakers or river specific shoes) or strapped water sandals (Chacos, Astrals and Tevas are the most common) for the river. Note: We strongly recommend closed toed shoes for every activity at the lodge, including rafting, for better protection.
- Books
See our detailed FAQ Packing List for more information.