Tours to Costa Rica

Volcanoes & the Caribbean
After a quick tour of San Jose, the capital of Costa Rica, you’ll head to the coastal Caribbean lowlands. A boat trip along the narrow waterways of Tortuguero NP leads to a hidden riverbank lodge in the rainforest. You can spot toucan and many other brightly colored birds in the trees and perhaps crocodile in the water, as you explore the unique system of natural and man-made canals famous throughout Costa Rica. Traveling back through banana plantations and past volcanoes you can also enjoy the option to get wet with some great white water rafting.

Costa Rican Adventure - 16 days - Flight inclusive*
Costa Rica Holidays | Rainforest & volcanoes | National parks & rafting | Rich & prolific bird life
Discover amazing wildlife, rainforest, volcanoes and tropical beaches. This trip has it all - interesting cities and towns, volcano trekking, river rafting, and beautiful beaches. You will also have the opportunity to overnight in a riverbank lodge in the rainforest. This is an Easy tour that is packed with excitement. The maximum participants for this tour is 16. Click here for additional information about this particular tour. For a map of the tour, and the day-by-day itinerary, click on Itinerary and Map.

Monteverde Cloudforest

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Volcano, River & Coast
From San Jose you make for the summit of Irazu Volcano to peer into its smoking crater. Rafting down the Pacuare River and into the rainforest provides great excitement before you head through vast banana plantations to one of the most beautiful beaches in Costa Rica - complete with a fringe of palm trees. A series of walking trails through the rainforest provides an opportunity to spot and learn about the flora and fauna.

Tortuguero & Monteverde
You’ll navigate the waterways of Tortuguero to your riverbank lodge set amidst lush rainforest from where you go in search of turtles and other wildlife. Following an exciting flight by small plane you’ll see Poas and Arenal Volcanoes, the latter punctuating the night with its pyrotechnic displays. In Monteverde you walk trails in the Cloudforest, home to quetzal and iridescent hummingbirds, before combining beach and forest at the idyllic Manuel Antonio.

Responsible Travel
For every person who travels with us, a contribution is made to the Fundacion Neotropica which protects the rainforest and educates people about conservation.

Itinerary and Map

Day 1/2: Fly to San Jose; walking tour
Day 3/4: Turrialba, Irazu volcano, Guayabo ruins & rafting
Day 5/6: Puerto Viejo de Limon. Visit Gandoca-Manzanillo NP
Day 7/8: Tortuguero NP
Day 9: La Fortuna; visit Poas and Arenal Volcanoes
Day 10/11: Monteverde NP; walks
Day 12/13: Quepos, Manuel Antonio NP
Day 14: San Jose
Day 15/16: Overnight flight to London

*NOTE: Guaranteed departure - Includes festival - Teenage departure - Single parents - Airfare included from the UK only.

Costa Rican Adventure

Coasts, Quetzals & Volcanoes - 13 days - Flight inclusive*
Caribbean & Pacific coasts | Manuel Antonio & Monteverde | Volcanoes & Jungle
Explore lush jungle with its wide diversity of flora and fauna, active volcanoes and pristine beaches. You will also see dramatic waterfalls and many high peaks. Everyone in the family will enjoy watching for wildlife. This is a Easy tour that is packed with excitement. The maximum participants for this tour is 12. Click here for additional information about this particular tour. For a map of the tour, and the day-by-day itinerary, click on Itinerary and Map.

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Jungles & Volcanoes
Heading east past dramatic waterfalls and high peaks you’ll reach jungle which becomes dense and lush as you descend to Sarapiqui where you can raft or go horse riding. Tortuguero is a haven for breeding Atlantic green turtles and amongst the mangroves there is prolific bird life. Following an exciting flight by small plane, you take in Poas Volcano before staying at the foot of the famous Arenal which frequently punctuates the night with pyrotechnic displays.

Cloudforest & Beach
You’ll cross Lake Arenal by boat and head up into Monteverde cloudforest. Here you walk trails in the hope of catching sight of iridescent humming birds and the magnificent quetzal. Following the Pacific coast you head to Manuel Antonio. This national park is a tropical paradise with verdant rainforest filled with birds, sloth and white-faced capuchin monkeys. The forest cascades between cliffs right down onto the golden, sandy beaches below.

Distinctive Accommodation
You’ll stay in a range of comfortable hotels and lodges chosen for their character and location. Many feature spectacular views of the surrounding forest, ocean or mountains, so you can continue admiring your surroundings long into the evening.

Responsible Travel
For every client traveling, a donation is made to the Fundacion Neotropica which is involved in protecting Costa Rica’s rich environment. You can also visit the Rainforest Alliance Banana Project - dedicated to safe, fair and environmentally-friendly banana production techniques.

Itinerary and Map

Day 1
Fly to San Jose
Day 2/3
Drive to Sarapiqui, jungle walks, optional rafting
Day 4/5
Travel by boat into Tortuguero; jungle excursions
Day 6
Fly to San Jose; drive to Arenal Volcano
Day 7
Cross Lake Arenal by boat; drive to Monteverde
Day 8
Walk in Monteverde cloud forest; optional canopy activities
Day 9
Drive to Manuel Antonio
Day 10
Explore Manuel Antonio NP; relax on beach
Day 11
Carara NP; return to San Jose
Day 12/13
Overnight flight to London

Coasts, Quetzals & Volcanoes

*NOTE: Guaranteed departure - Includes festival - Teenage departure - Single parents - Airfare included from the UK only.

Coast to Coast - 16 days - Flight inclusive*
Cloud Forest & Volcanoes | Caribbean & Pacific Coasts | Explore National Parks
Costa Rica is the jewel of Central America and host to an array of lush habitats. Diverse flora and fauna, volcanoes and beaches. Enjoy a night in a riverbank lodge in the rainforest. This is an Active tour. The maximum participants for this tour is 16. Click here for additional information about this particular tour. For a map of the tour, and the day-by-day itinerary, click on Itinerary and Map.

Click on The Adventure Company link below for additional information and current pricing.

The Adventure Company provides the best in adventure travel.

Volcano, Rainforest & Coast
Leaving the bustle of San Jose you find yourself peering into the smoking crater of Irazu Volcano. The opportunity to raft (optional) down the Pacuare River into the rainforest provides great enjoyment before journeying through extensive banana plantations to reach one of Costa Rica’s most beautiful palm-fringed beaches. You’ll learn about the flora and fauna as you take a series of walking trails through the rainforest.

Tortuguero & Monteverde
Navigate the waterways of Tortuguero to reach your riverbank lodge surrounded by lush rainforest and go in search of turtles and other wildlife. Following a flight by small plane you take in Poas and Arenal Volcanoes. Staying at the foot of Arenal, witness its glowing red lava flows. Then walk in the cloud forest of Monteverde, home to quetzals and hummingbirds before combining coast and forest at the beautiful Manuel Antonio National Park.

Responsible Travel
For every person traveling with us to Costa Rica, a contribution is made to the Fundacion Neotropica, which protects the rainforest and educates people about conservation.

Itinerary and Map

Day 1/2: Fly to San Jose; walking tour
Day 3: Turrialba, Irazu Volcano, Guayabo ruins
Day 4/5: Optional rafting, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Day 6/7: Tortuguero NP
Day 8: La Fortuna; visit Poas and Arenal Volcanoes
Day 9-11: Monte Verde NP; walks
Day 12/13: Quepos; Manuel Antonio NP
Day 14: San Jose
Day 15/16: Overnight flight to London
*NOTE: Guaranteed departure - Includes festival - Teenage departure - Single parents - Airfare included from the UK only.

Coast to Coast

To help you choose the right trip, The Adventure Company has graded every itinerary. Obviously, grading is quite subjective - what is demanding for some people may be easy for others, and vice versa - so please keep this in mind when choosing a trip. Most healthy, active people will be able to take part in and enjoy nearly every trip. Just click on the grade assigned to the tour you are interested in -- Gentle - Easy - Active - Moderate - Demanding - Strenuous.

Gentle	These trips are more about culture, landscapes and sights, rather than activity. There may be the odd walk on reasonably flat terrain, but be aware that walking city streets or clambering over ancient monuments can still be tiring. The itinerary could involve some tough traveling, so a sense of adventure is essential; you should be flexible, open-minded and prepared for the unexpected. Anyone in good health should be able to take part.
Easy	This type of trip might have the odd half-day (say 2-4 hours) walk, or possibly longer. There will invariably be some ascent and descent but on generally easy gradients. Max. altitude 2000m. Suitable for anyone in good health and normal fitness.
Active	Can involve activities like cycling, kayaking, walking, rafting, or even dog-sledding, for a half or full day. Suitable for anyone in good health and of normal fitness. No previous experience required, but you should undertake a program of exercise before the trip to get the most enjoyment out of each activity.
Moderate	Harder half/full-day walks (3-6 hours) over rugged terrain and involving regular steep ascent and descent (max. 700m) and possibly with some minor obstacles. Max. altitude around 3000m. You will have to carry a daysac (up to 6kg). Requires reasonable physical condition. Previous experience or preparation beneficial.
Demanding	Tough half day or full day-walks (up to 8 hrs) over rough paths, involving considerable ascent/descent (up to 1000m) on steep slopes with some minor obstacles or hazards. Max. altitude around 4000m. You will have to carry a large daysac or small rucksack (occasionally with a sleeping bag and personal gear up to 12kg). Good physical condition is essential. Some previous experience and/or preparation essential.
Strenuous	Challenging, full-day walks of up to 12 hours, on very steep slopes in difficult terrain, with ascent/descent of over 1000m, at altitudes of over 4000m and/or in a rigorous climate. Many obstacles – some major. Scrambling may be involved. This also applies to treks of extended duration and any trek which is unsupported, i.e. where you must carry a rucksack with personal gear, food and equipment. Excellent physical condition and previous experience and appropriate preparation are essential.

Note: technical skills, e.g. rope-work, using crampons or ice-axes, are not needed on any trip.

Responsible Travel For every person who travels with us to Costa Rica, a contribution is made to the Fundacion Neotropica, which protects the rainforest and educates people about conservation. Our local agent is committed to responsible travel. We employ local guides and leaders.

Responsible Travel For every person traveling with us to Costa Rica, a contribution is made to the Fundacion Neotropica, which protects the rainforest and educates people about conservation.

Responsible Travel
For every person who travels with us to Costa Rica, a contribution is made to the Fundacion Neotropica, which protects the rainforest and educates people about conservation. Our local agent is committed to responsible travel. We employ local guides and leaders.

Responsible Travel
For every person traveling with us to Costa Rica, a contribution is made to the Fundacion Neotropica, which protects the rainforest and educates people about conservation.