What is included in the accommodation provided during the tour?

The tour typically includes multi-share dormitory accommodations; check for specific lodging details with your operator.

How can I check if my flight aligns with the tour schedule?

Ensure your flight arrives in San Jose a day prior to the tour and confirms departure after completing the tour.

Is single accommodation available for this tour?

Single accommodation is typically not available on this tour as it uses shared dormitory-style stays.

What type of transfer is available from the airport?

Airport transfers can typically be arranged, but please confirm your specific needs with your operator.

Is there an age limit for participating in this tour?

This tour is primarily designed for travelers aged 18-35. Please check other tours if you are outside this age range.

When will I receive my travel vouchers?

Travel vouchers are provided after completing the necessary Good to Go forms; please check your email for updates.

which airport is recommended to fly into ahead of this trip? And best way of transportation to get from that airport to San Jose town? Thanks!

It is recommended that you fly into San Jose at the start of this trip! The best way to get to the start hostel is by taxi. We can also offer you an arrival transfer.

What are the requirements for the travel insurance?

Your insurance must cover medical expenses, emergency evacuation, and repatriation, with a minimum coverage of 200,000 USD.

I have a dietary restriction where I cannot eat many carbs (i.e rice, potatoes, bread). I am limited to mainly meat and vegetables. Will the meals provided on the trip be able to accommodate such a diet?

Since we are beginning the tour in San Jose, I would fly into the San Jose airport. When we end the tour in Tamarindo, when departing, would the nearest airport be the one in Liberia?

Do I need to confirm my diet restrictions before the tour?

Yes, please inform us about your dietary requirements during booking to ensure your needs are met.

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Explorer: Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
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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 - 24
Ages 18-35

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Itinerary

Day 1
San José
Accommodation
Hotel (Costa Rica Backpackers)
Included Activities
- Meet Your CEO and Group
Day 2
San José to La Fortuna
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Typical lunch of freshly-caught tilapia from local fish farm with plantains, rice and beans)
Included Activities
- Visit to Poás Volcano
- Mi Cafecito Coffee Cooperative Tour
- Tortilla-making lesson and typical lunch at Mi Cafecito community project
- La Fortuna Orientation Walk
Optional Activities
- Hot Springs Soak (42-84 USD per person)
- La Fortuna Waterfall Swim (15 USD per person)
- Stand Up Paddle (Lesson and Tour) (65 USD per person)
- Gravity Falls Waterfall Jumping (125 USD per person)
- Whitewater Rafting (61-86 USD per person)
- Lost Canyon Adventures Canyoning (90 USD per person)
Landmarks
Poás Volcano
Day 3
La Fortuna
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Hot Springs Soak (42-84 USD per person)
- La Fortuna Waterfall Swim (15 USD per person)
- Stand Up Paddle (Lesson and Tour) (65 USD per person)
- Gravity Falls Waterfall Jumping (125 USD per person)
- Whitewater Rafting (61-86 USD per person)
- Lost Canyon Adventures Canyoning (90 USD per person)
Day 4
La Fortuna to Monteverde
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Quetzal Inn Monteverde)
Included Activities
- Canopy Zipline
- Monteverde Orientation Walk
Optional Activities
- Santa Elena Cloud Forest Guided Tour (35 USD per person)
- Hanging Bridges Monteverde (35 USD per person)
- Monteverde Butterfly Garden Visit (15 USD per person)
- Monteverde Horseback Riding (45 USD per person)
- El Trapiche Tour Monteverde (33 USD per person)
Landmarks
Lake Arenal
Day 5
Monteverde
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Quetzal Inn Monteverde)
Optional Activities
- Hanging Bridges (66 USD per person)
- Santa Elena Cloud Forest Guided Tour (35 USD per person)
- Monteverde Butterfly Garden Visit (15 USD per person)
- Monteverde Horseback Riding (45 USD per person)
- El Trapiche Tour Monteverde (33 USD per person)
Day 6
Monteverde to Liberia
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel El Bramadero), Hotel (Hotel Wilson Anexo)
Included Activities
- Hike to Rio Celeste Waterfall
- Liberia Orientation Walk
Landmarks
Rio Celeste Waterfall
Volcán Tenorio National Park
Day 7
Liberia to Nosara
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hostel (Travel 506 Hostel)
Included Activities
- Visit to Poza Los Coyotes
Landmarks
Poza Los Coyotes
Day 8
Nosara
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hostel (Travel 506 Hostel)
Included Activities
- Playa Guiones Visit
Optional Activities
- Surfing at Playa Guiones
- Swimming at Playa Guiones
Landmarks
Playa Guiones
Day 9
Nosara to Tamarindo
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Slumber Party Tamarindo), Hotel (Tamarindo Backpacker)
Included Activities
- Visit to Guaitil Pottery Shop
Landmarks
Guaitil
Day 10
Tamarindo
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Slumber Party Tamarindo), Hotel (Tamarindo Backpacker)
Included Activities
- Surf Lesson - Tamarindo
Landmarks
Tamarindo
Day 11
Tamarindo
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Poás Volcano

Landmarks
Lake Arenal

Landmarks
Rio Celeste Waterfall
Volcán Tenorio National Park

Landmarks
Poza Los Coyotes

Landmarks
Playa Guiones

Landmarks
Guaitil

Landmarks
Tamarindo

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Where You'll Stay

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Costa Rica Backpackers
Hotel
day 1
Hotel Quetzal Inn Monteverde
Hotel
Days 4, 5
Hotel El Bramadero
Hotel
day 6
Hotel Wilson Anexo
Hotel
day 6
Travel 506 Hostel
Hostel
Days 7, 8
Slumber Party Tamarindo
Hotel
Days 9, 10
Tamarindo Backpacker
Hotel
Days 9, 10

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Megan Geddes
January 30th, 2024
5
An incredible, efficient and unique way to see the country. Jorge's organization and communication allowed us to make...
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Lauren Hirsch
December 16th, 2023
5
Taking a trip through Costa Rica with G adventures was certainly an adventure that I will never forget. Everyone was...
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Georgia Lindstrom
February 10th, 2024
5
When I booked my G adventures tour I was scared to go alone for the first time but from the first day it was...
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Michael Firth
April 15th, 2024
5
A great time had on tour - loved meeting new people and getting to know the country with them.
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Amanda Smidstrup Sejersen
May 17th, 2024
5
Great trip, great people and great CEO
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Lauren Coppola
December 17th, 2023
5
Overall, I had an amazing experience and would recommend g adventures to my family and friends. I couldn’t have...
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Chiara Salmon
May 9th, 2024
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It was an amazing experience and I was able to feel safe with everywhere we went and the activities done. It’s given...
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Arseniy Kruglikov
December 18th, 2023
5
I had the experience of a lifetime! Having not travelled much before, let alone solo travel, I was a little worried...
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Elizabeth Chilvers
September 23rd, 2023
5
A life changing trip with an unreal CEO and incredible experiences. Costa Rica has my heart and I can't wait to be back!
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Nicolina Lunde
February 9th, 2024
5
Such a great trip, with so many cool activities and memories for life! We also had the best guide! Would 10/10...
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Jess
Asked on February 13th, 2025
What is included in the accommodation provided during the tour?
Accommodation
- G AdventuresOperator•Written February 2025
  The tour typically includes multi-share dormitory accommodations; check for specific lodging details with your operator.
V
Van
Asked on January 13th, 2025
How can I check if my flight aligns with the tour schedule?
Flights / Transfers
- G AdventuresOperator•Written January 2025
  Ensure your flight arrives in San Jose a day prior to the tour and confirms departure after completing the tour.
S
Stéphane
Asked on December 5th, 2024
Is single accommodation available for this tour?
Accommodation
Single supplement
- G AdventuresOperator•Written December 2024
  Single accommodation is typically not available on this tour as it uses shared dormitory-style stays.
J
Jazmín
Asked on November 21st, 2024
What type of transfer is available from the airport?
Flights / Transfers
Transport
- G AdventuresOperator•Written November 2024
  Airport transfers can typically be arranged, but please confirm your specific needs with your operator.
C
Claire
Asked on November 20th, 2024
Is there an age limit for participating in this tour?
Age Range
- G AdventuresOperator•Written November 2024
  This tour is primarily designed for travelers aged 18-35. Please check other tours if you are outside this age range.
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Carina
Asked on August 22nd, 2024
When will I receive my travel vouchers?
Travel Support
- G AdventuresOperator•Written August 2024
  Travel vouchers are provided after completing the necessary Good to Go forms; please check your email for updates.
S
Sheila
Asked on July 30th, 2024
which airport is recommended to fly into ahead of this trip? And best way of transportation to get from that airport to San Jose town? Thanks!
Flights / Transfers
Travel Support
- G AdventuresOperator•Written July 2024
  It is recommended that you fly into San Jose at the start of this trip! The best way to get to the start hostel is by taxi. We can also offer you an arrival transfer.
- S
  Sheila
  Traveler•Written July 2024
  Would that be Juan Santmaría? The destination map on the TourRadar site shows the trip starts from a small town called San Jose, rather than San Jose the capital city.
- G AdventuresOperator•Written July 2024
  Your start hostel would be confirmed once you have an actual booking. This tour definitely starts in San Jose the capital and you need to fly into SJO.
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Philippe
Asked on July 28th, 2024
What are the requirements for the travel insurance?
Travel Support
- G AdventuresOperator•Written July 2024
  Your insurance must cover medical expenses, emergency evacuation, and repatriation, with a minimum coverage of 200,000 USD.
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Allison
Asked on July 8th, 2024
I have a dietary restriction where I cannot eat many carbs (i.e rice, potatoes, bread). I am limited to mainly meat and vegetables. Will the meals provided on the trip be able to accommodate such a diet?
Meals
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  Allison
  Traveler•Written July 2024
  Since we are beginning the tour in San Jose, I would fly into the San Jose airport. When we end the tour in Tamarindo, when departing, would the nearest airport be the one in Liberia?
- G AdventuresOperator•Written July 2024
  We can cater to dietary requirements, just make us aware at the point of booking and we'll notify our local office. Tamarindo will be the nearest airport, the cheapest flights will probably return via San Jose.
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Christopher
Asked on June 29th, 2024
Do I need to confirm my diet restrictions before the tour?
Meals
- G AdventuresOperator•Written June 2024
  Yes, please inform us about your dietary requirements during booking to ensure your needs are met.

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