48 Trips Found

Costa Rica Tours

Costa Rica Tours

Highlights
  • Playa Hermosa
  • Rara Avis Rainforest
  • Tortuguero National Park
  • La Fortuna / Arenal Volcano
  • Monteverde Cloud Forest

An eco-tourist's dream, Costa Rica has become synonymous with all an unspoiled tropical paradise can be. Rarely does reality measure up to hype, but Costa Rica certainly comes close. The country's quiet history as a backwater free of colonial excesses has today become a boon, and Costa Rica has cashed in on its purity. And not without merit: blessed with beaches and biodiversity to spare, this is a verdant land of misty volcanoes, roaring rivers and screeching jungles teeming with exotic fauna. Throw in the friendly, educated Ticos (as Costa Ricans are known) and you can see why down here they call it "Pura Vida" - pure life.

Travel Guide for Costa Rica.

Costa Rica Quest (CRQ)

Central America Costa Rica

Highlights: Soaking in the thermal hot springs of Arenal Volcano, searching for the elusive quetzal bird in the cloud forest, watching the sun set over the ...

9 days
Trip Style:
Classic
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
2

Nature called you to Costa Rica—now here you are, suspended in the jungle canopy, locking eyes with a curious monkey. This action-packed tour of Costa Rica’s highlights is perfect for the adventurer with limited time who wants to explore the region’s diversity. Get your adrenaline pumping, follow a trail to the base of a waterfall, melt away in thermal springs or bliss out on a beach—our CEOs will help you find the secluded spots only the locals know.

Costa Rica Adventure (CRA)

Central America Costa Rica

Highlights: Spotting wildlife while cruising through canals, searching for the elusive quetzal bird, hiking through jungles, chilling on the gorgeous Pacific coast, opportunity to search for ...

16 days
Trip Style:
Classic
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
3

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—explore its volcanoes, wildlife, rainforests and beaches. 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.

Costa Rica Explorer (CRE)

Central America Costa Rica

Highlights: Wildlife spotting while cruising the canals of Tortuguero, spectacular volcano views, hiking the trails of reserves and national parks, chilling out on the Pacific beaches.

14 days
Trip Style:
Classic
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
2

Costa Rica has as many microclimates as it does opportunities for active adventures—and this two-week journey will bring you the best of both. There's a visit to a coffee plantation in the cloudforest, but for a bigger jolt try rappelling down waterfalls or fly across ziplines above the treetops. For a different pace, float through the canals of the Tortuguero National Park and visit turtle nesting grounds if you choose. From the Caribbean beaches to the Pacific, this stunning tour embodies some of the best that Costa Rica has to offer.

Costa Rica Kayaking Adventure (CRKA)

Central America Costa Rica

Highlights: Gliding through the canals of Tortuguero by kayak, searching for wildlife in the dense green forest canopy, devouring the beautiful vistas from your kayak in ...

9 days
Trip Style:
Active
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
3

Glide straight into the core of the Costa Rican experience when you hit two of Costa Rica’s hot spots in a kayak. Beginners and more experienced kayakers are welcome—for the nature lover, the scenery’s the point not the sweat! Cruise through the canals of Tortuguero in search of monkeys and sloths, and then get really wild at Lake Arenal, the centre of adventure sports like paddle-boarding. Experience lush greenery and Caribbean flavor from a whole different level when you kayak Costa Rica.

Volcano Trail (JGS)

Central America Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua

Highlights: Relaxing seaside in the Bay Islands, laughing with the locals during a journey on a chicken bus, opportunities to go whitewater rafting, explore Mayan ruins ...

17 days
Trip Style:
yolo
Service Level:
Basic
Physical Grading:
3

Take the road less travelled on this trip through Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua and Costa Rica with other travellers your own age. This is one of our most exciting trips, filled with breathtaking scenery—from the crystal-blue ocean teeming with marine life to tropical rainforests alive with jungle melodies. Enjoy a blend of public and private transportation, which not only keeps costs down but also gives you a chance to really meet the locals.

Guanacaste Beach Break (TCRGBN)

Central America Costa Rica

Highlights: Breathtaking sunsets over the Pacific ocean, strolls along the beach, hardcore relaxation.

4 days
Trip Style:
Independent
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
2

Ankles sore from too many bungee jumps and volcano treks? Maybe it’s time to stop and smell the Frangipani. Costa Rica specializes in adventure but this beach break is all about relaxing and recharging in style. Let us take care of transportation and the hotel, you just focus on taking it easy. Guanacaste is an eternity away from crowded trails or city streets, so melt into that deck chair poolside, grab a drink from the bar and maybe—but only if you’re up to it—contemplate the sun melting into the sea.

Turtles & Tortuguero (TCRTTC)

Central America Costa Rica

Highlights: Tortuguero National Park

4 days
Trip Style:
Independent
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
2

Spend three days at a comfortable lodge in and around Tortuguero National Park, home to the Caribbean’s most important breeding ground for endangered green sea turtles. The park is a land of canals and waterways lined by steamy jungle and mangroves teeming with wildlife. A sleepy Caribbean town, Tortuguero has no roads—access is only by boat or small plane. If you're looking for unspoiled rainforest and more animals than you can shake a camera at, this is the place.

Costa Rica Hike, Bike & Raft (CHB)

Central America Costa Rica

Highlights: Traversing streams and jungle hiking in La Danta Private Reserve, paddling through world-class rapids, mountain biking along breathtaking Arenal Lake, chilling to the sounds of ...

15 days
Trip Style:
Active
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
4

You like your coffee strong and your holidays active, and that’s why you’re in Costa Rica careening your bike along volcano trails and dodging river rocks in a whitewater raft on a two-week adrenaline rush. Take on the some of the best rafting rivers in the world, trek deep into the rainforest to a jungle lodge in a private eco-reserve. With bike trips fully supported by van and options for soaring through the region’s cloud forests on ziplines, this trip is one of our most popular active adventures.

Budget Costa Rica (CRBC)

Central America Costa Rica

Highlights: Chilling out on the Pacific, opportunities to go whitewater rafting, fly down waterfalls while rappelling or learn to surf some waves.

8 days
Trip Style:
yolo
Service Level:
Basic
Physical Grading:
2

Hit two of Costa Rica's famed features—volcanoes and beaches—on this exciting trip that isn't too hard on the wallet. Get the adrenaline pumping in La Fortuna, then soak up the hippie spirit of Montezuma and relax on the beach. While you're free to choose your own adventure and optional adrenaline-inducing activities like waterfall rappelling, your accommodation and transportation are included and our expert CEOs will help you make the most of your time. Take a trip that's packed with just the essentials—eight days of maximum Costa Rica at minimum cost.

Costa Rica Border Hopping (CRBH)

Central America Costa Rica, Nicaragua

Highlights: Cruising along the jungle-lined San Juan River, exploring the blissfully peaceful Solentiname Islands, opportunity to try waterfall rappelling or go whitewater rafting.

10 days
Trip Style:
Classic
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
3

Loaded with magnificent wilderness, exotic wildlife and an iconic volcano, this itinerary offers a Nicaragua rarely seen by tourists and the best of Costa Rica's central valley. Birdwatchers will find a paradise of biodiversity in Sarapiquí and the adventurous can channel the area's pirate past at El Castillo fortress. With several boat journeys between the sights and through the Solentiname Archipelago, you'll have plenty of time to appreciate the incredible natural beauty of this remarkable region.

Corcovado Adventure (CRCA)

Central America Costa Rica

Highlights: Searching for the elusive quetzal in the cloud forest, hiking the trails of the pristine rainforest, breathtaking sunsets over the Pacific.

9 days
Trip Style:
Classic
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
3

For the nature lover, birdwatcher or outdoor enthusiast looking to experience the wild beauty of Costa Rica—this is ‘the’ trip. Journey to the Savegre cloud forest and search for the magnificent Resplendent Quetzal bird, then discover Corcovado National Park on the Osa Peninsula—one of the most biodiverse regions on the planet. Explore stretches of rainforest before relaxing on pristine beaches. Our eco lodge offers spectacular panoramic views, night hikes and guided excursions—so you can discover this gem of Costa Rica.

Basic Costa Rica (CRCR)

Central America Costa Rica

Highlights: Chilling out on the Caribbean and Pacific, cruising across Lake Arenal with beautiful views of Arenal Volcano, opportunities to go whitewater rafting, horseback ride along ...

14 days
Trip Style:
Classic
Service Level:
Basic
Physical Grading:
2

Stay flexible in Costa Rica on this unique two-week adventure. You'll hit the volcanoes, a cloud forest and both of the incredible coasts. Chill out on white sand beaches and explore pristine wildlife preserves. Best of all, this trip gives you the flexibility to create the adventure of a lifetime, so you can soar across the treetops by zipline, rappel down a waterfall or learn to surf the Pacific breaks. Take a trip that's packed with just the essentials—everything you need to explore the diversity and beauty of Costa Rica.

Classic Costa Rica (CRCRD)

Central America Costa Rica

Highlights: Learn about the Sarapiqui rainforest and Monteverde cloudforest with local naturalists, demonstrations by experts on how chocolate and coffee get from the forest to your ...

9 days
Trip Style:
Discovery Adventures
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
2

Connect with nature’s best in Costa Rica. Explore the lush rainforests full of exotic flora and fauna. Relax in the hot springs near Arenal Volcano and later enjoy a tortilla lunch with a local family. Learn how chocolate is made on a tour at La Tirimbina Rainforest Center and then enjoy a bird’s-eye view of Monteverde’s cloud forest atop a treetop canopy. Costa Rica is a world famous destination known for beautiful landscapes from the ground up.

Costa Rica Family Adventure (CRF)

Central America Costa Rica

Highlights: Spotting monkeys while cruising through the Tortuguero canals, searching for the elusive quetzal bird, visiting a local family to learn to make tortillas, opportunity to ...

Trip Style:
Family
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
2

Imagine a country bursting with rainforests and teeming with unique wildlife; now imagine sharing this with your family, and you have a truly special journey. Avoid the crowds and go off the beaten track, all while keeping the theme of family fun. Discover Costa Rica as you and your family float through the canals of thick jungle and hike through lush cloud forest in the mountains of Monteverde. Your experienced CEO will take the hassle out of planning and organizing, so your family is free to play on the beach, relax in natural hot springs and soak in the spirit of the rainforest.

Costa Rica Learn to Surf (CRLS)

Central America Costa Rica

Highlights: Standing up on your first wave in Costa Rica, breathtaking sunsets over the Pacific, chilling on the beach.

8 days
Trip Style:
Active
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
3

Although surfers are typically laid back dudes, even the most stoic appreciates consistent surf conditions, and beautiful Jacó in central Pacific Costa Rica has breaks as punctual as the taxman. With our '4x4 Coast Safari', you'll have the chance to discover hidden shores and surf more than one beach. Your board, rashguard and lessons are included and an instructor is there to guide you every day. So whether you've never hopped on a board or have boardshorts full of sand, you'll have a blast catching a wave on our compact but totally epic 8-day surfing adventure.

Costa Rica & Nicaragua Express (CRNE)

Central America Costa Rica, Nicaragua

Highlights: Discovering waterfalls and volcanoes on Rincón de la Vieja trails, breathtaking Pacific beaches, brightly coloured colonial Granada, opportunity to visit Masaya Volcano.

9 days
Trip Style:
Classic
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
2

Explore Costa Rica and Nicaragua and discover a paradise of biodiversity and incredible landscapes. Beginning conveniently in Liberia, buzzing with direct flights to North America, this nine-day journey avoids the city slog and gets you into nature fast. You'll explore hiking trails, waterfalls and volcanoes in a pristine national park, and, if you're feeling adventurous, hit the waves on wild Pacific beaches. With time in Granada, on Lake Nicaragua, you can get your fill of colonial history and culture in between magnificent wilderness, time at the beach and optional excursions designed to get your heart racing.

Project Costa Rica (CRPJ)

Central America Costa Rica

Highlights: Patrolling for sea turtles laying their eggs, chilling out on the beach and watching the waves lap at the coast, searching for the elusive quetzal ...

15 days
Trip Style:
Volunteer
Service Level:
Basic
Physical Grading:
3

From pristine cloud forests to the Pacific coast’s famous surf, experience some of the world's most incredible scenery and exotic wildlife—and make a lasting impact while you're there. Spend five days volunteering with a sea turtle project to help ensure these endearing creatures are around for future generations to admire. Then hike through misty cloud forests and get your heart racing on optional activities in the lush wilderness. Give some of your time to this beautiful country and a worthy cause, and you'll be rewarded with an experience you can really treasure—gain a real sense of accomplishment and take home more than photographs.

Costa Rica on a Shoestring (CRRS)

Central America Costa Rica

Highlights: Gliding through the canals of Tortuguero looking for wildlife, chilling on the picturesque beaches of Cahuita and Puerto Viejo, sampling Caribbean food, reggae beats.

8 days
Trip Style:
Classic
Service Level:
Basic
Physical Grading:
2

Take a trip out of the ordinary and discover the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica—a world away from the resorts of the Pacific Coast. This eight-day adventure will take you far from the bustling streets of San José and into a pristine wilderness teeming with exotic animals and home to the nesting grounds of sea turtles. By day you can soak in the warm waters of Puerto Viejo and at night soak up reggae vibes of its vibrant nightlife. With opportunities to surf, snorkel or cycle to another incredible beach—the adventure is yours to choose!

Volcano Adventure (CRSA)

Central America Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua

Highlights: Hiking through the mist of a cloud forest, exploring Mayan ruins of Copán, dining with a local family in their home in Nicaragua, peering over ...

21 days
Trip Style:
Classic
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
2

From the lush cloud forests of Costa Rica to the evocative cobblestone streets of Antigua, get off the tourist track and discover the colour and spirit of Central America. Discover ancient Mayan ruins at Copán and visit small villages for insight into the region's vibrant culture. Explore the volcanoes and jungle surrounding Ometepe Island and unwind on the white sand beaches of Roatán. With its combination of included activities and countless thrilling options, this trip offers you the chance to personalize your adventure into something special.

Panama Experience (CRSP)

Central America Costa Rica, Panama

Highlights: Reggae rhythms wafting through the Caribbean air, crystal-blue ocean, walking through lush greenery of the highlands, kicking back in a hammock on the Pacific, opportunity ...

Trip Style:
yolo
Service Level:
Basic
Physical Grading:
3

From San José, hit the beach and mountain retreats on your way to the locks of the world-famous Panama Canal at the centre of the Americas. Visit gorgeous islands and chill to reggae beats on Caribbean beaches. Search for the quetzal bird in cloud forests and shake your tailfeather in the clubs of Panama City. With your hotel and transport arranged by our CEOs, you can concentrate on choosing your own adventure.

Trip Length Style Service Level Starting Price
Costa Rica Quest (CRQ) 9 days Classic Standard
Costa Rica Adventure (CRA) 16 days Classic Standard
Costa Rica Explorer (CRE) 14 days Classic Comfort
Costa Rica Kayaking Adventure (CRKA) 9 days Active Standard
Volcano Trail (JGS) 17 days yolo Basic
Guanacaste Beach Break (TCRGBN) 4 days Independent Standard
Turtles & Tortuguero (TCRTTC) 4 days Independent Comfort
Costa Rica Hike, Bike & Raft (CHB) 15 days Active Standard
Budget Costa Rica (CRBC) 8 days yolo Basic
Costa Rica Border Hopping (CRBH) 10 days Classic Standard
Corcovado Adventure (CRCA) 9 days Classic Standard
Basic Costa Rica (CRCR) 14 days Classic Basic
Classic Costa Rica (CRCRD) 9 days Discovery Adventures Comfort
Costa Rica Family Adventure (CRF) 12 days Family Comfort
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$1275 USD
Costa Rica Learn to Surf (CRLS) 8 days Active Standard
Costa Rica & Nicaragua Express (CRNE) 9 days Classic Standard
Project Costa Rica (CRPJ) 15 days Volunteer Basic
Costa Rica on a Shoestring (CRRS) 8 days Classic Basic
Volcano Adventure (CRSA) 21 days Classic Standard
Panama Experience (CRSP) 14 days yolo Basic
From $1199 USD
Save 25% on July 17, 2012
$900 USD

Costa Rica Quest (CRQ)

9 days |

Costa Rica Adventure (CRA)

16 days |

Costa Rica Explorer (CRE)

14 days |

Costa Rica Kayaking Adventure (CRKA)

9 days |

Volcano Trail (JGS)

17 days |

Guanacaste Beach Break (TCRGBN)

4 days |

Turtles & Tortuguero (TCRTTC)

4 days |

Costa Rica Hike, Bike & Raft (CHB)

15 days |

Budget Costa Rica (CRBC)

8 days |

Costa Rica Border Hopping (CRBH)

10 days |

Corcovado Adventure (CRCA)

9 days |

Basic Costa Rica (CRCR)

14 days |

Costa Rica & Nicaragua Express (CRNE)

9 days |

Project Costa Rica (CRPJ)

15 days |

Costa Rica on a Shoestring (CRRS)

8 days |