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Costa Rica's unique biodiversity (15 days)

15 days
Start and end in San Jose
4.1 (29 reviews)

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Road Trip & Self-Drive
Hit the open road and travel at your own pace
Self-guided
Independent exploration, backed by expert advice and support
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Ages 16+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    San José

    San José

    Optional Activities

    • Explore San José on a leisurely stroll
  2. Day 2

    San José to Tortuguero

    San José to Tortuguero
    Meals
    Breakfast (Typical Costa Rican breakfast in Guapiles), Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour through Tortuguero village
    • Guided tour along Tortuguero beach
    • River journey with wildlife spotting opportunities
    Landmarks
    Braulio Carrillo National Park
    Tortuguero
    Tortuguero National Park
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  3. Day 3

    Tortuguero

    Tortuguero
    Meals
    Breakfast (Typical local breakfast), Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided walk through the lodge's reserve
    • Boat tour through Tortuguero National Park canals
    Landmarks
    Tortuguero National Park
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  4. Day 4

    Tortuguero to Pejibaye

    Tortuguero to Pejibaye
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Delicious lunch in Guápiles), Dinner (Prepared dinner with Costa Rican host family)

    Included Activities

    • Cooking evening with a Costa Rican host family
    • Experience with host family traditions and way of life

    Optional Activities

    • Nature walks in the Pejibaye area
    Landmarks
    Pejibaye
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  5. Day 5

    Pejibaye to Turrialba

    Pejibaye to Turrialba
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit to local school focusing on environmental protection and sustainability
    • Exchange with teachers and pupils about school projects

    Optional Activities

    • Give a short presentation in your subject area
    Landmarks
    Turrialba
  6. Day 6

    Turrialba

    Turrialba
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Visit CATIE botanical garden
    • Visit Tropical Agricultural Research and Higher Education Center
    • Visit Guayabo National Monument
    Landmarks
    CATIE
    Guayabo National Monument
  7. Day 7

    Turrialba to Copey de Dota

    Turrialba to Copey de Dota
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Landmarks
    Talamanca Range
    Copey de Dota
  8. Day 8

    Copey de Dota

    Copey de Dota
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Hiking tour (approximately 6 hours, 14 km) through primary forests, rivers and waterfalls
    • Birdwatching tour in search of the quetzal
    Landmarks
    Copey de Dota
  9. Day 9

    Copey de Dota to Drake Bay

    Copey de Dota to Drake Bay
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Landmarks
    Osa Peninsula
    Sierpe
    Drake Bay
  10. Day 10

    Drake Bay to Corcovado National Park

    Drake Bay to Corcovado National Park
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Day trip to Corcovado National Park La Sirena ranger station with local guide
    Landmarks
    Corcovado National Park
  11. Day 11

    Drake Bay

    Drake Bay
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Diving tour to Isla del Caño Biological Reserve
    • Snorkeling tour to Isla del Caño Biological Reserve
    • Beach relaxation
    • Area exploration
    Landmarks
    Isla del Caño Biological Reserve
  12. Day 12

    Drake Bay to Uvita

    Drake Bay to Uvita
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Landmarks
    Uvita
  13. Day 13

    Uvita

    Uvita
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Beach relaxation at Marino Ballena National Park
    • Swimming at Marino Ballena National Park
    • Boat tour to observe humpback whales (mid and end of year)
    • Leisure activities in the region
    Landmarks
    Marino Ballena National Park
  14. Day 14

    Uvita to San José

    Uvita to San José
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll through San José
    • Visit markets
    • Visit museums
    • Shop for souvenirs
  15. Day 15

    San José Departure

    San José Departure
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Relaxed morning stroll through San José

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Rating
4.1 (29 reviews)
Response time
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Response rate
96%
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Good to Know

Tour ID: 229403

  • Currency
    Costa Rican Colon
    Costa Rica
  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveler from England, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for types A, B.

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    Costa Rica
    Type B
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  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • 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.
  • Visa
    • 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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  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before October 13th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after October 13th, 2026, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with ASI Reisen. 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 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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Who is travelling?

AdultsAges 18 or above

2

ChildrenUnder 18

0

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2026

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2028

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