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Costa Rica Adventure
16 days, San José to San José
If you’re looking for a taste of Costa Rica’s world-class highlights but want to keep things spicy with a sampling of hidden treasures, this action-packed adventure tops the menu. In spite of its small size, Costa Rica is one of the most biologically diverse countries in the world with volcanoes, wildlife, rainforests, and beaches to explore. This adventure offers a great balance of guided excursions and free time. Optional activities abound — choose to get your adrenaline pumping or take it easy with a stroll through a butterfly garden.
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style: Classic
All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.
Service Level: Standard
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
Physical Rating: 3 - Average
Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 16, avg 12
Age requirement: 12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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San José to San José
From$1462USD
was
$1949
Valid on
Apr 29 2024
Trip Code: CRA
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Itinerary
Day 1San José
Arrive at any time.
Day 2San José/Quepos
Travel from San José to the coast and the city of Quepos, located just outside of Manuel Antonio Nationanl Park. Enjoy a couple of days in the area with plenty of time to explore and to relax on the beach.
Day 3Quepos
Discover the lush tropical forests and white-sand beaches of Costa Rica’s smallest national park. Hike through the dense forest, climb up to rocky outcrops for views of the dazzling Pacific Ocean, and go swimming in the park’s lovely lagoons and tidal pools. Later, enjoy some free time at the beach. Opt go kayaking through mangroves, take a surf lesson or cruise along the coast on a dolphin-spotting sunset sailing excursion.
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Your Discover MomentDay 4Quepos/Monteverde
Travel from Quepos to Monteverde and into the cool mountain air of the area. Upon arrival you will have free time to relax from the long day of travel or opt to go on a guided night walk in the cloud forest to learn all about nocturnal life.
Day 5Monteverde
Enjoy a free day to explore the cloud forest region of Costa Rica. Opt to fly across canopy ziplines or tour a coffee plantation.
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Your Discover MomentDay 6Monteverde/La Fortuna
Travel from Monteverde to La Fortuna. Enjoy free time for optional activities such as whitewater rafting, waterfall rappelling, or relaxing in local hot springs.
Days 7–8La Fortuna
Enjoy two free days in La Fortuna. Optional activities abound.
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Your Discover MomentDay 9La Fortuna/Sarapiquí Rainforest
Enjoy an included visit to a G Adventures-supported coffee cooperative with a local lunch before heading to a jungle oasis in the Sarapiquí Rainforest.
Meals included:
Lunch | DinnerDay 10Sarapiquí Rainforest
Enjoy a day in the beautiful Sarapiquí Valley. Optional activities (all included in our overnight package, weather-depending) include swimming in the river, night walks, an empanada-making lesson or relax and listen to the sounds of the surrounding rainforest.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 11Sarapiquí Rainforest/Tortuguero
Head to Tortuguero. Opt to visit the nesting grounds of the green and leatherback turtles at night (seasonal).
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 12Tortuguero
Enjoy free time to explore Tortuguero. Opt to kayak through the canals and view the wildlife, wake up early and head to the beach to watch turtle eggs hatch (seasonal), or just wander through the town.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 13Tortuguero/Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Head to Puerto Viejo de Talamanca. Enjoy free time to explore paradise. Opt to go snorkelling in the Caribbean or take it easy and explore La Isla Botanical Gardens before hitting the beach.
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BreakfastDay 14Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Hop on a bike and ride to the beach with our CEO. Enjoy a full day exploring this slice of paradise in Puerto Viejo. In the evening, opt to find the best place to watch the sunset and don't forget to try some fantastic Afro-Caribbean cuisine.
Day 15Puerto Viejo de Talamanca/San José
Enjoy free time in the morning before heading back to San Jose for the final night with the group.
Day 16San José
Depart at any time.
What's Included
- Your G for Good Moment: Mi Cafecito Coffee Cooperative Tour, Sarapiquí
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Discover Moment: Quepos
- Your Discover Moment: Monteverde
- Your Discover Moment: La Fortuna
- Your Foodie Moment: Cooking Demonstration, Sarapiquí Rainforest
- Visit to Manuel Antonio National Park
- Jungle lodge stay
- Nature trail walk with swim (Sarapiquí)
- Bike ride (Puerto Viejo)
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Hotels (13 nts), jungle lodge (2 nts).
Meals
4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners
Allow USD530-690 for meals not included.
Transportation
Private vehicle, public bus, boat, walking.
Staff & experts
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Available extras (Add these to your tour when you book)
Costa Rica Adrenaline Bundle - From $149.00
CANYONING (Half-day Arenal) Rappel, down-climb, river-trace, and descend huge waterfalls in the rugged mountains and lush rainforests around Costa Rica’s Arenal Volcano. ZIPLINING (Half-day Monteverde) Get a true bird’s-eye view of the rainforest canopy as you soar through the trees on a Tarzan swing, a giant rappel, and a 137-meter-high (450-foot) zipline. Please note the prices listed does not include the IVA Tax. Please note that passengers must weigh between 45-100kg (100 – 220 lbs) and be at least 130cm (4'3 ft) tall to participate in these activities.
Manuel Antonio Catamaran Tour - From $80.00
Cruise along the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica aboard a 100 ft catamaran, taking in the impressive scenery and lush jungle that has made Manuel Antonio famous. Keep your eyes peeled for playful dolphins who call these waters home before stopping to snorkel, swim, or ride one of the boat's water slides into the ocean. Grab a drink or just sit and watch the gorgeous views of the lush coastline go by.
Guided Cloud Forest Night Walk - From $30.00
Join a naturalist guide for a 1.5-2 hour tour in the cloud forest after dark. Learn more about the habits of the area's nocturnal wildlife including mammals, birds, insects, reptiles, and amphibians, and keep your eyes and ears open on this slow-paced walk. You never know what you might see – it depends on the day and your luck!
Departures
Make it a private tour
Book this tour as a private departure, with your own CEO and all the benefits of a G Adventures group tour.