Could you please let us know if there are any extra expenses travelers should consider, and how much extra money you recommend they bring for those expenses? Additionally, is it possible to upgrade the accommodations?

Please note the guest wont be able to upgrade there accommodations, if they looking for options that does not include multi share I would suggest having a look at our Classic Travel style. For extra expenses the guest would need to bring along USD470-615 for meals not included, they would also need to account for tipping this is the guideline for tipping $5- 7 USD per person, per day and I cannot advise on optional activities as this is up to the guest to decide

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.

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Intro
Introduction
Day 1
San José
San José
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Hotel (Boutique Hotel Casa Las Orquideas)
Included Activities
- Connect With New Friends
- Meet Your CEO and Group
Day 2
San José to Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
San José to Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Maritza)
Optional Activities
- Whitewater Rafting - Pacuare River (only available on certain dates)
Landmarks
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Days 3 - 4
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
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
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
San Carlos to La Fortuna
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Resort (Arenal Backpackers Resort)
Optional Activities
- Arenal Horseback Riding (66-68 USD per person)
- Stand-Up Paddle and Kayak Combo (59 USD per person)
- Costa Rica Adrenaline Bundle
Landmarks
Arenal Volcano
Day 7
La Fortuna
La Fortuna
Accommodation
Resort (Arenal Backpackers Resort)
Optional Activities
- Costa Rica Adrenaline Bundle (only available on certain dates)
- Whitewater Rafting
- Mountain Biking
- Caving
- Horseback Riding
- Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge Tour
- Baldi Hot Springs visit
Landmarks
Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge
Day 8
La Fortuna to Monteverde
La Fortuna to Monteverde
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Las Ardillas)
Included Activities
- Life Monteverde Experience
Optional Activities
- Guided Cloud Forest Night Walk (only available on certain dates)
- Suspension bridge walk through dense forest
- Coffee tour
- Canopy zipline tour
Landmarks
Monteverde Cloud Forest
Life Monteverde
Day 9
Monteverde
Monteverde
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Las Ardillas)
Optional Activities
- El Trapiche Tour Monteverde (52 USD per person)
- Sky Walk (55 USD per person)
- Ziplining
- Santa Elena Cloud Forest Guided Tour (49 USD per person)
- Monteverde Butterfly Garden Visit (21 USD per person)
- Monteverde Coffee Plantation Tour (40 USD per person)
Landmarks
Monteverde Cloud Forest
Day 10
Monteverde to Southern Nicoya Peninsula
Monteverde to Southern Nicoya Peninsula
Accommodation
Hostel (Hostel La Posada Santa Teresa)
Landmarks
Santa Teresa
Montezuma
Day 11
Santa Teresa / Montezuma
Santa Teresa / Montezuma
Accommodation
Hostel (Hostel La Posada Santa Teresa)
Optional Activities
- Santa Teresa Surf Lessons (only available on certain dates)
- Isla Tortuga day trip with snorkeling
- Mal Pais and Santa Teresa surf havens visit
- Ziplining
- Boogie boarding
- Horseback riding
- Scuba diving
- Yoga class
- Leisurely hike to search for orchids
Landmarks
Isla Tortuga
Mal Pais
Day 12
Santa Teresa / Montezuma
Santa Teresa / Montezuma
Accommodation
Hostel (Hostel La Posada Santa Teresa)
Optional Activities
- Swimming
- Santa Teresa Surf Lesson
- Tortuga Island Snorkelling Tour (85 USD per person)
Landmarks
Isla Tortuga
Mal Pais
Day 13
Southern Nicoya Peninsula to San José
Southern Nicoya Peninsula to San José
Accommodation
Hotel (Boutique Hotel Casa Las Orquideas)
Day 14
San José
San José
Included Activities
- Departure Day

Landmarks
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Landmarks
Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge

Landmarks
Coope San Juan

Landmarks
Arenal Volcano

Landmarks
Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge

Landmarks
Monteverde Cloud Forest
Life Monteverde

Landmarks
Monteverde Cloud Forest

Landmarks
Santa Teresa
Montezuma

Landmarks
Isla Tortuga
Mal Pais

Landmarks
Isla Tortuga
Mal Pais

Accommodation
Guide
Meals
Additional Services
Transport

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Flights
Insurance
Optional
Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

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 Las Ardillas
Hotel
Days 8, 9
Hostel La Posada Santa Teresa
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Days 10, 11, 12

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4.6

Overall rating based on 33 Reviews

Itinerary
4.1
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3.9
Guide
4.5
Accommodation
3.1
Food
3.2
Tour Operator
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Christina4.0•February 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
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Thank you so much for your review and wonderful photos, Christina! Our world deserves more you!
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Desirée3.0•April 2024
Costa Rica is a beautiful country. I would highly recommend going there but can't recommend the tour. The...
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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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Taylah5.0•March 2024
Great group of people on the tour. Josie was the best CEO!! Thank you!
Traveled in January 2024
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Thanks Taylah for the rave review. We appreciate it. We are so happy you had such a great time.
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Stuart5.0•June 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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Elicia5.0•June 2022
An absolutely amazing experience. I would go again in a heartbeat.
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Fabian5.0•June 2022
Exceptionally beautiful
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Ffion5.0•June 2022
Met some amazing people in a wonderful country. Wished i could have stayed longer.
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Nitasha5.0•June 2022
I really enjoyed the tour, fantastic itinerary and optional activerties. Gabriel my CEO was brilliant and made the trip
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Julia5.0•June 2022
I would say that Gabriel made the experience amazing, stress-free, and perfect.
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Denise5.0•June 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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Molly
Asked on April 23rd, 2026
Could you please let us know if there are any extra expenses travelers should consider, and how much extra money you recommend they bring for those expenses? Additionally, is it possible to upgrade the accommodations?
Accommodation
Price / Availability
- G AdventuresOperator•Written April 2026
  Please note the guest wont be able to upgrade there accommodations, if they looking for options that does not include multi share I would suggest having a look at our Classic Travel style.
  
  For extra expenses the guest would need to bring along USD470-615 for meals not included, they would also need to account for tipping this is the guideline for tipping $5- 7 USD per person, per day and I cannot advise on optional activities as this is up to the guest to decide
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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.
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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?
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- 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.
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Randall
Asked on October 22nd, 2024
Can you confirm if the welcome meeting for the tour is held at the start hotel?
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- 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.
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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?
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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.

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