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Costa Rica Wildlife Tour

15 days
Start and end in San Jose
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 16
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    San Jose

    Start point
    San José, San José, Costa Rica (Autentico Hotel, Hotel Reception or similar, 19:00)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Autentico Hotel), Hotel (Autentico Hotel (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Explore San Jose city center
    • Visit the National Museum (Museo Nacional De Costa Rica)
    Landmarks
    National Museum (Museo Nacional De Costa Rica)
    Juan Santamaria International Airport
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  2. Day 2

    San Jose to Savegre

    Accommodation
    Lodge (Savegre Nature Reserve and Spa), Lodge (Savegre Nature Reserve and Spa (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Doka Estate coffee plantation including cultivation to roasting process
    • Afternoon exploration of cloud forest trails around lodge

    Optional Activities

    • Hiking forest trails
    Landmarks
    Doka Estate
    Savegre Cloud Forest
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  3. Day 3

    Savegre

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Savegre Nature Reserve and Spa), Lodge (Savegre Nature Reserve and Spa (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Early morning guided quetzal-spotting trail walk
    • Breakfast at lodge

    Optional Activities

    • Additional forest walks and trails
    • Photography
    Landmarks
    Savegre Cloud Forest
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  4. Day 4

    San Jose to Turrialba

    Meals
    Dinner (Traditional meal at a typical finca (farm))
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Guayabo Lodge), Lodge (Guayabo Lodge (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Explore Turrialba town
    • Traditional meal at a finca (farm)
  5. Day 5

    Turrialba

    Meals
    Lunch (Lunch on the river)
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Guayabo Lodge), Lodge (Guayabo Lodge (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Whitewater rafting on Pacuare River with experienced guides
    • Lunch on the river

    Optional Activities

    • Visit CATIE and its botanical garden (alternative to rafting)
    • Community-led Aquiares coffee plantation tour with coffee-making process and cultural traditions (alternative to rafting)
    Landmarks
    Pacuare River
  6. Day 6

    Turrialba to Tortuguero National Park

    Accommodation
    Lodge (Pachira Lodge), Hotel (Tortuguero Beachfront Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Short walking tour of Tortuguero village
    Landmarks
    Tortuguero National Park
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  7. Day 7

    Tortuguero National Park

    Accommodation
    Lodge (Pachira Lodge), Hotel (Tortuguero Beachfront Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Nature walk to understand the ecosystem
    • Waterways exploration tour

    Optional Activities

    • Bird-watching trip by boat at dawn
    • Evening turtle walk with experienced guides (July-September only, when green turtles nest)
    Landmarks
    Tortuguero National Park
  8. Day 8

    Tortuguero to Puerto Viejo Sarapiqui

    Meals
    Lunch (Lunch at Guapiles)
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Selva Verde Eco Lodge), Lodge (Selva Verde Eco Lodge (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Night walk in Selva Verde Rainforest

    Optional Activities

    • Visit traditional Costa Rican Fruteria
    Landmarks
    Selva Verde Rainforest
  9. Day 9

    Puerto Viejo Sarapiqui

    Accommodation
    Lodge (Selva Verde Eco Lodge), Lodge (Selva Verde Eco Lodge (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Short morning walk on lodge trails in secondary rainforest
    • Two-and-a-half-hour guided chocolate tour at La Tirimbina
    Landmarks
    Selva Verde Reserve
    La Tirimbina
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  10. Day 10

    Puerto Viejo Sarapiqui to Arenal

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel San Bosco Inn), Lodge (Arenal Paraiso (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Guided hike on Arenal volcano flanks with viewpoint (approximately 3 hours)

    Optional Activities

    • Optional morning pineapple plantation tour
    • Hot springs visit
    Landmarks
    Arenal Volcano
  11. Day 11

    Arenal

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel San Bosco Inn), Lodge (Arenal Paraiso (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Local treks to waterfalls
    • Wildlife spotting tour (sloths, blue jeans dart frogs, toucans)
    • Hanging bridges experience
    • Zip-wire canopy adventure
    Landmarks
    Arenal Volcano
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  12. Day 12

    Arenal to Manuel Antonio National Park

    Accommodation
    Hotel (La Foresta Nature Resort), Hotel (La Foresta Nature Resort (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • 1.5-hour guided hike at Carara Biological Reserve
    Landmarks
    Carara Biological Reserve
    Manuel Antonio National Park
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  13. Day 13

    Manuel Antonio National Park

    Accommodation
    Hotel (La Foresta Nature Resort), Hotel (La Foresta Nature Resort (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Guided exploration of Manuel Antonio National Park
    Landmarks
    Manuel Antonio National Park
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  14. Day 14

    Manuel Antonio National Park

    Accommodation
    Hotel (La Foresta Nature Resort), Hotel (La Foresta Nature Resort (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Revisit Manuel Antonio National Park
    • Beach relaxation
    • Boat trips
    • Horseback riding
    • Surf lessons
    Landmarks
    Manuel Antonio National Park
  15. Day 15

    Manuel Antonio to San Jose

    End point
    1701 Airport Blvd, San Jose, CA 95110, USA (San Jose Airport, Departures Hall, 10:00)
    Landmarks
    Juan Santamaria International Airport
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4.5
Overall rating based on 90 Reviews
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    4.5
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    4.8
  • Guide
    4.7
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    4.1
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    December 5th, 2025
    5.0
    Overall, I found the trip to be extremely well organised with good quality accommodation and an excellent guide and...
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    Traveled in November 2025
    Reply from: Explore!
    Thank you so much for your feedback, and it’s brilliant to hear you found your itinerary well organised and you enjoyed the accommodation! We will be sure to pass on your kind words about your Tour Leader and driver, these mean so much to us. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another adventure!
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    November 19th, 2024
    5.0
    This tour exceeded my expectations. Our tour leader, Oscar, was passionate and extremely knowledgeable. I would...
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    Traveled in November 2024
    Reply from: Explore!
    Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We're thrilled to hear that the tour exceeded your expectations and that Oscar's passion and knowledge added so much to your experience! Your recommendation means the world to us, and we hope to see you on another adventure soon!
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  • R
    July 20th, 2024
    5.0
    A great itinerary with an excellent guide and driver
    Armadillo standing in a grassy field.
    Traveled in June 2024
    Reply from: Explore!
    Hi Ross, Thank you so much for taking the time to review your Costa Rica Wildlife Tour. We are delighted you enjoyed the itinerary and that your Explore Leader and driver provided such a wonderful experience for you. We hope to have the chance to welcome you on another Explore adventure soon. Best regards, Explore!
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  • Costa Rica Wildlife Tour reviewer 4
    February 17th, 2024
    5.0
    Tour leader and driver were an excellent team providing good opportunities to discover Costa Rica. Communication of...
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    Traveled in January 2024
  • A
    January 30th, 2023
    4.5
    Parasol Quetzal and the Hummingbirds and beauty of the region and Tortuguero region
    Traveled in January 2023
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  • A
    January 30th, 2023
    4.8
    Sevegre Cloudforest and Hotel Paraíso Quetzal - loved being in the view (preferred to Trogon Hotel where you don't...
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    Traveled in January 2023
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  • A
    January 30th, 2023
    4.0
    Watching the humming birds feeding
    Traveled in January 2023
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  • A
    February 4th, 2023
    3.8
    Excellent wildlife experiences on the majority of visits.
    Traveled in January 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    February 5th, 2023
    4.0
    The boat trip in Tortuguero White water rafting
    Traveled in January 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    February 3rd, 2023
    4.7
    WHITE WATER RAFTING, BIRDS, BEACH, BOAT TRIP.
    Traveled in January 2023
    Review collected by Explore!

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    Robert

    Asked on January 7th, 2026

    What is the name of the hotel where we will be staying in San Jose. Should we take a taxi there or is transportation there included?

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten January 2026

      Our April 18th 2026 departure is sold out. Are your dates flexible at all?

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    Trevor

    Asked on August 1st, 2025

    Is the Costa Rica Wildlife Tour available? There may be 4 of us interested. Dates are flexible.

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten August 2025

      The tour is still available on 25th April 2026. We can help you set up a booking if you're interested.

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      Meal options during the tour are diverse and tailored to cater to a range of dietary requirements.

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      The group size varies, but we ensure a sociable, small group experience allowing personal attention from the guide.

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    Irene

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      You can make payments through secured channels mentioned in your booking confirmation. Accepted payments include major credit cards.

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    Dirk

    Asked on November 10th, 2024

    Is travel support available during the tour?

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten November 2024

      All travelers have access to our emergency support and travel insurance guidance throughout the tour.

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    Gail

    Asked on November 2nd, 2024

    What types of transport are used between locations during the tour?

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten November 2024

      The tour uses various types of transport including buses and trains, ensuring comfortable travel between locations.

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    Najah

    Asked on September 27th, 2024

    What hotels are generally used for the Costa Rica Wildlife Tour?

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    Ludwig

    Asked on August 18th, 2024

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      Please refer to the visa information section in your booking confirmation to check if you need a visa for the destinations included in the tour.

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    Frederick

    Asked on June 9th, 2024

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      Accommodations are selected for comfort and location, typically hotels and guesthouses rated three to four stars.

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