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Costa Rica Tours in December 2026

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10 best Costa Rica trips in December 2026

  • Costa Rica Express - 7 days Tour
     Costa Rica Express - 7 days - 9 destinations
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    Costa Rica Express - 7 days

    5.0 (1 traveler review)

    "Country is stunningly beautiful. I enjoyed exploring nature and saw a lot of wildlife."

    Duration
    7 days
    Destinations
    San Jose, Tortuguero, Tortuguero National Park, Guapiles,La Fortuna,Arenal Volcano National Park,Manuel Antonio National Park+3 more
    Age Range
    All Ages Welcome
    Operated in
    English
    Operator
    On The Go Tours
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    US$2,455per person
    Price based on Private Double Room
    1 Dec, 2026
    4 spaces left
    2 Dec, 2026
    4 spaces left
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  • Costa Rica: Hike, Bike & Raft Tour
     Costa Rica: Hike, Bike & Raft - 7 destinations
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    Costa Rica: Hike, Bike & Raft

    3.0 (2 traveler reviews)

    "A very nice sampling of Costa Rica: cloud forest, volcano, Caribbean beach. Good for those looking for moderate physical activity."

    Duration
    8 days
    Destinations
    San Jose, Monteverde, La Fortuna, Caño Negro,Pacuare River,Puerto Viejo de Talamanca+2 more
    Age Range
    Ages 15+
    Operated in
    English
    Operator
    Intrepid Travel
    25% Off
    From $1,771
    US$1,329per person
    Price based on Private Double Room
    5 Dec, 2026
    5 spaces left
    12 Dec, 2026
    10 spaces left
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  • Highlights of Costa Rica + Beach Extension Tour
     Highlights of Costa Rica + Beach Extension - 8 destinations
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    Highlights of Costa Rica + Beach Extension

    4.5 (17 traveler reviews)

    "This tour was the best balance of activities at the start to make the most of the natural beauty and wildlife."

    Duration
    10 days
    Destinations
    San Jose, Sarchi, Grecia, Poas Volcano National Park,Arenal Volcano National Park,Monteverde,Manuel Antonio National Park+3 more
    Age Range
    Ages 16+
    Operated in
    English
    Operator
    Explore!
    12% Off
    From $2,370
    US$2,090per person
    Price based on Private Double Room
    5 Dec, 2026
    7 spaces left
    29 Dec, 2026
    10 spaces left
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  • Costa Rica: Volcanoes, Cloud Forests & Zip-Lines Tour
     Costa Rica: Volcanoes, Cloud Forests & Zip-Lines - 4 destinations
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    Costa Rica: Volcanoes, Cloud Forests & Zip-Lines

    5.0 (43 traveler reviews)

    "Great way to meet like-minded individuals from around the world with the similar goal of traveling & exploring new cultures."

    Duration
    6 days
    Destinations
    San Jose, La Fortuna, Arenal, Monteverde
    Age Range
    Ages 18-35
    Operated in
    English
    Operator
    G Adventures
    10% Off
    From $549
    US$494per person
    Price based on Private Single Room
    22 Dec, 2026
    10+ spaces left
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  • Tropical Costa Rica 5 Days, Short Break Tour
     Tropical Costa Rica 5 Days, Short Break - 9 destinations
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    Tropical Costa Rica 5 Days, Short Break

    4.4 (20 traveler reviews)

    "Besides beautiful scenery, the cost was very reasonable. Very knowledgeable about areas toured and Costa Rica."

    Duration
    5 days
    Destinations
    San Jose, Sarchi, La Fortuna, Guapiles, Tortuguero,Alajuela+1 more
    Age Range
    All Ages Welcome
    Operated in
    English, Spanish
    Operator
    Destination Services Costa Rica
    10% Off
    From $914
    US$823per person
    Price based on Private Double Room
    1 Dec, 2026
    10+ spaces left
    2 Dec, 2026
    10+ spaces left
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  • Best of Costa Rica Tour
     Best of Costa Rica - 10 destinations
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    Best of Costa Rica

    3.9 (9 traveler reviews)

    "I had a fantastic trip. Bryan worked so hard to make sure everyone had the best trip possible."

    Duration
    10 days
    Destinations
    San Jose, La Fortuna, Caño Negro, Monteverde,Manuel Antonio National Park,San Gerardo de Dota,Los Quetzales National Park+3 more
    Age Range
    Ages 15+
    Operated in
    English
    Operator
    Intrepid Travel
    25% Off
    From $3,660
    US$2,745per person
    Price based on Private Double Room
    5 Dec, 2026
    8 spaces left
    19 Dec, 2026
    10+ spaces left
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  • Volcanoes Adventure in Costa Rica Tour
     Volcanoes Adventure in Costa Rica - 9 destinations
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    Volcanoes Adventure in Costa Rica

    5.0 (1 traveler review)

    "Green World was awesome!"

    Duration
    9 days
    Destinations
    San Jose, Cartago, Orosi, Irazu Volcano National Park,Arenal,Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park,Poas Volcano National Park+3 more
    Age Range
    All Ages Welcome
    Operated in
    English, Spanish
    Operator
    Green World Adventures
    10% Off
    From $2,073
    US$1,866per person
    Price based on Private Double Room
    1 Dec, 2026
    10+ spaces left
    2 Dec, 2026
    10+ spaces left
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  • Costa Rica Wildlife Exploration Tour
     Costa Rica Wildlife Exploration - 15 destinations
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    Costa Rica Wildlife Exploration

    5.0 (2 traveler reviews)

    "Locations were beautiful. We had a great 2 weeks!"

    Duration
    14 days
    Destinations
    Alajuela, San Jose, La Fortuna,Tenorio Volcano National Park,Volcan Miravalles,Arenal Volcano National Park,Arenal,Tilaran,Monteverde,Manuel Antonio National Park,Corcovado National Park,Cano Island,Sierpe+10 more
    Age Range
    All Ages Welcome
    Operated in
    English, Spanish
    Operator
    Green World Adventures
    10% Off
    From
    US$5,367per person
    Price based on Private Double Room
    1 Dec, 2026
    10+ spaces left
    2 Dec, 2026
    10+ spaces left
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  • Treasures of Costa Rica Tour
     Treasures of Costa Rica - 8 destinations
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    Treasures of Costa Rica

    4.2 (11 traveler reviews)

    "Amazing sights and activities, very well organised. Hotels were all lovely."

    Duration
    8 days
    Destinations
    San Jose, La Fortuna, Arenal, Monteverde,Manuel Antonio National Park,Quepos+2 more
    Age Range
    All Ages Welcome
    Operated in
    English
    Operator
    Destination Services Costa Rica
    10% Off
    From $988
    US$889per person
    Price based on Private Double Room
    1 Dec, 2026
    10+ spaces left
    2 Dec, 2026
    10+ spaces left
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  • The Best of Costa Rica Tour
     The Best of Costa Rica - 10 destinations
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    The Best of Costa Rica

    4.3 (14 traveler reviews)

    "This tour gave us a great overview of many different regions of the country and took so much stress out of booking travel basics."

    Duration
    10 days
    Destinations
    San Jose, Guapiles, Tortuguero, La Fortuna, Arenal,Monteverde,Puntarenas,Tortuga Island+3 more
    Age Range
    All Ages Welcome
    Operated in
    English, Spanish
    Operator
    Destination Services Costa Rica
    10% Off
    From $1,707
    US$1,536per person
    Price based on Private Double Room
    1 Dec, 2026
    10+ spaces left
    2 Dec, 2026
    10+ spaces left
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  • Essential Costa Rica - Package with Manuel Antonio National Park Tour
     Essential Costa Rica - Package with Manuel Antonio National Park - 10 destinations
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    Essential Costa Rica - Package with Manuel Antonio National Park

    4.3 (147 traveler reviews) award winner

    "Excellent! No problem. I can really recommend!"

    Duration
    10 days
    Destinations
    San Jose, Tortuguero, Arenal, La Fortuna, Monteverde,Santa Elena,Manuel Antonio National Park,Alajuela+3 more
    Age Range
    Ages 10+
    Country Region
    Monteverde
    Operated in
    English, Spanish
    Operator
    Destination Services Costa Rica
    10% Off
    From $1,975
    US$1,778per person
    Price based on Private Double Room
    1 Dec, 2026
    10+ spaces left
    2 Dec, 2026
    10+ spaces left
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  • Costa Rica Quest Tour
     Costa Rica Quest - 6 destinations
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    Costa Rica Quest

    4.6 (220 traveler reviews)

    "This was a great tour to get to see and experience. A lot of the highlights, both cultural and scenic that Costa Rica has to offer!"

    Duration
    9 days
    Destinations
    San Jose, La Fortuna, Arenal Volcano National Park,Monteverde,Manuel Antonio National Park+2 more
    Age Range
    Ages 12+
    Operated in
    English
    Operator
    G Adventures
    15% Off
    From $1,299
    US$1,104per person
    Price based on Private Double Room
    3 Dec, 2026
    10+ spaces left
    4 Dec, 2026
    10+ spaces left
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  • Costa Rica Adventure Tour
     Costa Rica Adventure - 7 destinations
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    Costa Rica Adventure

    4.8 (575 traveler reviews)

    "She was always available and answered all questions with a friendly face and never with delay."

    Duration
    10 days
    Destinations
    San Jose, La Fortuna, Monteverde, Playa Santa Teresa,Montezuma,Cabuya+2 more
    Age Range
    Ages 18-39
    Operated in
    English
    Operator
    TruTravels
    40% Off
    From $1,750
    US$1,050per person
    Price based on Shared Room
    3 Dec, 2026
    10+ spaces left
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  • Raft, Hike and Explore Costa Rica Tour
     Raft, Hike and Explore Costa Rica - 8 destinations
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    Nature & Wildlife

    Raft, Hike and Explore Costa Rica

    4.7 (33 traveler reviews)

    "Everything was super well organized. Everything seemed very professional and well done."

    Duration
    7 days
    Destinations
    San Jose, Arenal Volcano National Park, Monteverde
    Age Range
    Ages 12+
    Country Region
    Monteverde
    Operated in
    English, Spanish
    Operator
    Green World Adventures
    10% Off
    From $1,595
    US$1,436per person
    Price based on Private Double Room
    1 Dec, 2026
    10+ spaces left
    2 Dec, 2026
    10+ spaces left
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  • Costa Rica Experience Tour
     Costa Rica Experience - 5 destinations
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    Costa Rica Experience

    4.1 (33 traveler reviews)

    "Costa Rica has much to offer. Beautiful scenery, friendly people, and a pleasant environment."

    Duration
    8 days
    Destinations
    San Jose, La Fortuna, Monteverde,Manuel Antonio National Park+1 more
    Age Range
    Ages 15+
    Country Region
    Monteverde
    Operated in
    English
    Operator
    Intrepid Travel
    10% Off
    From $1,396
    US$1,257per person
    Price based on Private Double Room
    5 Dec, 2026
    9 spaces left
    12 Dec, 2026
    10+ spaces left
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