How strict are you with the age restrictions? I am 42.

Our age restriction is strict and you would need to be between the ages of 18 and 39 to join this tour. We have other tours for all ages.

Can I book the Tour or am I too old? I feel and I look younger :)

This tour is a part of our 18-30somethings travel style, which is only available for travellers between the ages of 18 - 39 to book onto. Our other travel styles, such as Classic, Active, National Geographic Journeys, etc., do not have any age restrictions.

is there solo travelers like me on 8th ? how is the system i understand we need to share rooms, can i receive immediate confirmation

There are currently 13 people booked on and 11 are solo travellers. We can not give instant confirmation on this trip as the departure date is so close, it falls within our late request period.

how strict are you for age? I'm 59 but I'm fairly active.

Unfortunately, the tour you have selected is a tour specifically designed for our 18 - 39 year old travellers. As you don't fit within that age bracket we won't be able to book you on this trip.

Can you tell me how much money I should take for the trip and if I can do the trip with a suitcase instead of a backpack?

You can take a suitcase, medium size preferred. Allow USD470-615 for meals not included. Please also make sure you have access to at least an additional USD $200 as an 'emergency' fund. Costa Rica airport exit tax is $29USD. Tipping recommendations for drivers and local guides range from $5-10 USD per day.

Why is there an age limit?

We have many trip styles and the one you have chosen is for 18-39 year old exclusively. We would recommend that you have a look at our classic range of trips, that are recommended for anyone over 18 years old.

Is a fourth COVID-19 vaccination required for the tour?

No, a fourth COVID-19 vaccination is not required for our tours in Costa Rica, as per the latest health guidelines.

Can you confirm if the welcome meeting for the tour is held at the start hotel?

Yes, the welcome meeting is typically held at the start hotel on day one of the tour, where you'll meet your tour leader and fellow travelers.

We are in our early 60's. We are very active and fit. We would we be OK for this trip?

This is one of our 18-Thirtysomethings tours which are designed for travellers aged 18-39 years old wishing to form interpersonal connections with travellers around their age, while visiting a new destination. Travellers must be 39 years old or younger as of Day 1 of the departure date of the tour.

Is the accommodation individual or shared?

Accommodation will be varied throughout your adventure. Some nights on this tour will be multi-share. This may involve 4-6 group members sharing a room. The majority of accommodation will have shared bathroom facilities. Where we use multi-share hostels, rooming requests of any kind cannot be taken. For private accommodation please see tours in our Classic Travel Style.

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Basic Costa Rica: Coastlines & Cloud Forests

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Start and end in San Jose

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Platinum Operator: G Adventures
In-depth Cultural: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 10 - 18
Ages 18-39

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Itinerary

Day 1
San José
Accommodation
Hotel (Boutique Hotel Casa Las Orquideas)
Included Activities
- Meet Your CEO and Group
- Connect With New Friends
Day 2
San José to Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Maritza)
Optional Activities
- Bike Rental (9 USD per person)
- Snorkelling (65 USD per person)
- Boogie Boarding
- Finca la Isla Botanical Garden Visit (5-10 USD per person)
- Gandoca Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge Hike (65 USD per person)
Landmarks
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Days 3 - 4
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Maritza)
Optional Activities
- Bike Rental (9 USD per person)
- Snorkelling (65 USD per person)
- Boogie Boarding
- Finca la Isla Botanical Garden Visit (5-10 USD per person)
- Gandoca Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge Hike (65 USD per person)
Landmarks
Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge
Day 5
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca to San Carlos
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Home-stay (Coope San Juan Homestay)
Included Activities
- Coope San Juan Homestay
Landmarks
Coope San Juan
Day 6
San Carlos to La Fortuna
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Resort (Arenal Backpackers Resort)
Optional Activities
- Whitewater Rafting (61-86 USD per person)
- Gravity Falls Waterfall Jumping (125 USD per person)
- La Fortuna Waterfall Swim (20 USD per person)
- Mountain Biking (79 USD per person)
- Lost Canyon Adventures Canyoning
- Cañó Negro Wildlife Refuge Tour (65-133 USD per person)
- Ecotermales Hot Springs (64 USD per person)
- Costa Rica Adrenaline Bundle
- Arenal Horseback Riding (66-68 USD per person)
- Stand-Up Paddle and Kayak Combo (59 USD per person)
Landmarks
Arenal Volcano
Day 7
La Fortuna
Accommodation
Resort (Arenal Backpackers Resort)
Optional Activities
- Whitewater Rafting (61-86 USD per person)
- Gravity Falls Waterfall Jumping (125 USD per person)
- La Fortuna Waterfall Swim (20 USD per person)
- Mountain Biking (79 USD per person)
- Lost Canyon Adventures Canyoning
- Cañó Negro Wildlife Refuge Tour (65-133 USD per person)
- Ecotermales Hot Springs (64 USD per person)
- Costa Rica Adrenaline Bundle
- Arenal Horseback Riding (66-68 USD per person)
- Stand-Up Paddle and Kayak Combo (59 USD per person)
Landmarks
Cañó Negro Wildlife Refuge
Baldi Hot Springs
Day 8
La Fortuna to Monteverde
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Manakin), Hotel (Hotel Las Ardillas)
Included Activities
- Life Monteverde Experience
Optional Activities
- Guided Cloud Forest Night Walk
- Sky Walk (55 USD per person)
- Santa Elena Cloud Forest Guided Tour (50 USD per person)
- Ziplining
- Monteverde Butterfly Garden Visit (20 USD per person)
- Monteverde Coffee Plantation Tour (40 USD per person)
- El Trapiche Tour Monteverde (33 USD per person)
Landmarks
Life Monteverde
Monteverde Cloud Forest
Day 9
Monteverde
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Manakin), Hotel (Hotel Las Ardillas)
Optional Activities
- Sky Walk (55 USD per person)
- Santa Elena Cloud Forest Guided Tour (50 USD per person)
- Ziplining
- Monteverde Butterfly Garden Visit (20 USD per person)
- Monteverde Coffee Plantation Tour (40 USD per person)
- El Trapiche Tour Monteverde (33 USD per person)
Landmarks
Monteverde Cloud Forest
Day 10
Monteverde to Southern Nicoya Peninsula
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Selina Santa Teresa), Hostel (Hostel La Posada Santa Teresa)
Included Activities
- Beach time in Santa Teresa
- Life Monteverde Experience
Optional Activities
- Santa Teresa Surf Lesson
- Swimming
- Tortuga Island Snorkelling Tour (85 USD per person)
Landmarks
Santa Teresa
Montezuma
Southern Nicoya Peninsula
Day 11
Santa Teresa / Montezuma
Accommodation
Hostel (Hostel La Posada Santa Teresa)
Optional Activities
- Swimming
- Santa Teresa Surf Lessons
- Tortuga Island Snorkelling Tour (85 USD per person)
Landmarks
Isla Tortuga
Mal Pais
Day 12
Santa Teresa / Montezuma
Accommodation
Hostel (Hostel La Posada Santa Teresa)
Optional Activities
- Swimming
- Santa Teresa Surf Lessons
- Tortuga Island Snorkelling Tour (85 USD per person)
Landmarks
Isla Tortuga
Mal Pais
Day 13
Southern Nicoya Peninsula to San José
Accommodation
Hotel (Boutique Hotel Casa Las Orquideas)
Day 14
San José
Included Activities
- Departure Day

Landmarks
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Landmarks
Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge

Landmarks
Coope San Juan

Landmarks
Arenal Volcano

Landmarks
Cañó Negro Wildlife Refuge
Baldi Hot Springs

Landmarks
Life Monteverde
Monteverde Cloud Forest

Landmarks
Monteverde Cloud Forest

Landmarks
Santa Teresa
Montezuma
Southern Nicoya Peninsula

Landmarks
Isla Tortuga
Mal Pais

Landmarks
Isla Tortuga
Mal Pais

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Boutique Hotel Casa Las Orquideas
Hotel
Days 1, 13
Hotel Maritza
Hotel
Days 2, 3
Coope San Juan Homestay
Home-stay
day 5
Arenal Backpackers Resort
Resort
Days 6, 7
Hotel Manakin
Hotel
Days 8, 9
Hotel Las Ardillas
Hotel
Days 8, 9
Hostel La Posada Santa Teresa
Hostel
Days 10, 11, 12
Selina Santa Teresa
Hotel
day 10

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Rating: 4.7(12,639 reviews)
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Traveler Reviews

4.6

Overall rating based on 33 Reviews

Itinerary
4.1
Transport
3.9
Guide
4.5
Accommodation
3.1
Food
3.2
Tour Operator
4.7

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Christina
February 21st, 2025
It was an amazing experience to see a bit of everything in Costa Rica. The tour guide Karol was amazing and we could...
It was an amazing experience to see a bit of everything in Costa Rica. The tour guide Karol was amazing and we could talk like friends. The hostels were Okay and the transport was amazing, mostly only for the group. The rooms always had to be shared at least with 1 other person. In La Fortuna and Santa Teresa it was Dorms of 6. If you like privacy on your tour book a more expensive tour with GadventuresShow more
Traveled in February 2025
Reply from: G Adventures
Thank you so much for your review and wonderful photos, Christina! Our world deserves more you!
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Desirée
April 5th, 2024
Costa Rica is a beautiful country. I would highly recommend going there but can't recommend the tour. The...
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Traveled in March 2024
Reply from: G Adventures
Thank you for your feedback, Desirée. We are sorry to read of your disappointment. Someone from our Customer Service team will be in touch.
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Taylah
March 26th, 2024
Great group of people on the tour. Josie was the best CEO!! Thank you!
Traveled in January 2024
Reply from: G Adventures
Thanks Taylah for the rave review. We appreciate it. We are so happy you had such a great time.
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Stuart
June 26th, 2022
Life changing experience, no stress, well organised and exciting. Everyday, waking up in a new environment with new...
Life changing experience, no stress, well organised and exciting. Everyday, waking up in a new environment with new activities and experiences to discover was incredible. I will need to look back again and again on all the activities and experiences this trip had, so much to do so many things to discover could not recommend G Adventures enough. If you attend these tours with an open mind you will see the culture, taste the culture and more importantly feel like you are seeing these places as a local and not a touristShow more
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Elicia
June 26th, 2022
An absolutely amazing experience. I would go again in a heartbeat.
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Fabian
June 26th, 2022
Exceptionally beautiful
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Ffion
June 29th, 2022
Met some amazing people in a wonderful country. Wished i could have stayed longer.
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Nitasha
June 19th, 2022
I really enjoyed the tour, fantastic itinerary and optional activerties. Gabriel my CEO was brilliant and made the trip
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Julia
June 23rd, 2022
I would say that Gabriel made the experience amazing, stress-free, and perfect.
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Denise
June 21st, 2022
I would recommend the tour, it was a lovely way to see and experience different parts of Costa Rica, the tour guide...
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Jan
Asked on February 22nd, 2026
How strict are you with the age restrictions? I am 42.
Age Range
- G AdventuresOperator•Written February 2026
  Our age restriction is strict and you would need to be between the ages of 18 and 39 to join this tour. We have other tours for all ages.
R
Rob
Asked on October 29th, 2025
Can I book the Tour or am I too old? I feel and I look younger :)
Age Range
Tour Details
- G AdventuresOperator•Written October 2025
  This tour is a part of our 18-30somethings travel style, which is only available for travellers between the ages of 18 - 39 to book onto. Our other travel styles, such as Classic, Active, National Geographic Journeys, etc., do not have any age restrictions.
J
Joel
Asked on June 1st, 2025
is there solo travelers like me on 8th ? how is the system i understand we need to share rooms, can i receive immediate confirmation
Accommodation
Group size
- G AdventuresOperator•Written June 2025
  There are currently 13 people booked on and 11 are solo travellers. We can not give instant confirmation on this trip as the departure date is so close, it falls within our late request period.
K
Kristin
Asked on February 12th, 2025
how strict are you for age? I'm 59 but I'm fairly active.
Age Range
- G AdventuresOperator•Written February 2025
  Unfortunately, the tour you have selected is a tour specifically designed for our 18 - 39 year old travellers. As you don't fit within that age bracket we won't be able to book you on this trip.
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Pam
Asked on December 10th, 2024
Can you tell me how much money I should take for the trip and if I can do the trip with a suitcase instead of a backpack?
Payments
Tour Details
- G AdventuresOperator•Written December 2024
  You can take a suitcase, medium size preferred. Allow USD470-615 for meals not included. Please also make sure you have access to at least an additional USD $200 as an 'emergency' fund. Costa Rica airport exit tax is $29USD. Tipping recommendations for drivers and local guides range from $5-10 USD per day.
J
Jessica
Asked on November 28th, 2024
Why is there an age limit?
Age Range
Tour Details
- G AdventuresOperator•Written November 2024
  We have many trip styles and the one you have chosen is for 18-39 year old exclusively. We would recommend that you have a look at our classic range of trips, that are recommended for anyone over 18 years old.
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Audrey-Ann
Asked on October 22nd, 2024
Is a fourth COVID-19 vaccination required for the tour?
Travel Support
- G AdventuresOperator•Written October 2024
  No, a fourth COVID-19 vaccination is not required for our tours in Costa Rica, as per the latest health guidelines.
R
Randall
Asked on October 22nd, 2024
Can you confirm if the welcome meeting for the tour is held at the start hotel?
Tour Details
- G AdventuresOperator•Written October 2024
  Yes, the welcome meeting is typically held at the start hotel on day one of the tour, where you'll meet your tour leader and fellow travelers.
H
Heidi
Asked on October 8th, 2024
We are in our early 60's. We are very active and fit. We would we be OK for this trip?
Age Range
Tour Details
- G AdventuresOperator•Written October 2024
  This is one of our 18-Thirtysomethings tours which are designed for travellers aged 18-39 years old wishing to form interpersonal connections with travellers around their age, while visiting a new destination. Travellers must be 39 years old or younger as of Day 1 of the departure date of the tour.
M
Michael
Asked on October 5th, 2024
Is the accommodation individual or shared?
Accommodation
- G AdventuresOperator•Written October 2024
  Accommodation will be varied throughout your adventure. Some nights on this tour will be multi-share. This may involve 4-6 group members sharing a room. The majority of accommodation will have shared bathroom facilities. Where we use multi-share hostels, rooming requests of any kind cannot be taken. For private accommodation please see tours in our Classic Travel Style.

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- Typhoid - Recommended for Costa Rica. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Costa Rica. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Costa Rica. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Costa Rica. Ideally 10 days before travel.
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- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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- For any tour departing before June 21st, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after June 21st, 2026, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with G Adventures. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 45 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
- Some departure dates and prices may vary and G Adventures will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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