I have read through the intinerary for your Costa Rica tour. it looks like there is a lot of time on your own to explore. What if you are traveling alone and have difficulty finding your way around will there be someone to help you. It is not always your fellow travelers will be there to help you.

Yes, our Classic Costa Rica tour does have more free time to allow for optional activities & traveler's to do their own thing. You are welcome to stay with the leader during free time but traveler's are welcome to do anything they prefer during that time. Due to this, I can't guarantee the group will stay together or go off on their own. I find our groups tend to stay together, especially if they are a high level of solo traveler's on a departure.

Can you provide the list of prices for the optional activities/excursions?

Here's a full list of the optional activities available on-tour and the fees: - San Jose - Pre-Colombian Gold Museum (Entrance fee) - USD17 - San Jose - Jade Archaeological Museum (Entrance fee) - USD16 - San Jose - National Museum (entrance fee) (Closed Sunday & Monday) - USD11 - Tortuguero - Sunrise canoe trip around canals - USD45 - Tortuguero - Turtle Watching Night Tour - USD45 - Santa Rosa de Pocosol - Soap-making workshop (cash only) (requires a minimum of 3 travellers to operate) - USD20 - Santa Rosa de Pocosol - Waterfall hike (Cash Only) - USD19 - Rio Celeste - River Tubing Adventure (cash only) - USD70 - Rio Celeste - Volcan Tenorio National Park Guided Trail Walk (cash only) - USD70 - La Fortuna - Arenal 1968 Volcano View and Lava Trails (Entrance fee) - USD25 - La Fortuna - La Fortuna Waterfall (Entrance only) - USD25 - La Fortuna - Paradise Hot Springs (entrance fee) - USD47 - Monteverde - Butterfly Garden and Insects Farm (entrance fee) - USD22 - Monteverde - Coffee & Chocolate tour - USD47 - Monteverde - Suspension bridges tour - USD55 - Monteverde - Canopy Zip Lining (Entrance, Equipment & Transport) - USD101 - Manuel Antonio – Cruise (Inc transport, guide, lunch and drinks onboard) - USD95 - Manuel Antonio - Mangrove Kayak Activity (with lunch) - USD75 - Manuel Antonio National Park (Entrance fee) - USD18

I would like to book this tour but i have a 13 year old daughter. Is the cut off at 15 year old a firm thing or can my daughter join the tour

Unfortunately, we are unable to accept any traveler under the required minimum age. However, we do have similar itineraries in our "Family" stye that allow us to safely accommodation younger travelers.

What are the approximate costs of the optional excursions?

Please see be cost break down below in USD - Optional activities San Jose - Pre-Colombian Gold Museum (Entrance fee) - USD17 San Jose - Jade Archaeological Museum (Entrance fee) - USD16 San Jose - National Museum (entrance fee) (Closed Sunday & Monday) - USD11 Tortuguero - Sunrise canoe trip around canals - USD45 Tortuguero - Turtle Watching Night Tour - USD45 Santa Rosa de Pocosol - Soap-making workshop (cash only) (requires a minimum of 3 travellers to operate) - USD20 Santa Rosa de Pocosol - Waterfall hike (Cash Only) - USD19 Rio Celeste - River Tubing Adventure (cash only) - USD70 Rio Celeste - Volcan Tenorio National Park Guided Trail Walk (cash only) - USD70 La Fortuna - Arenal 1968 Volcano View and Lava Trails (Entrance fee) - USD25 La Fortuna - La Fortuna Waterfall (Entrance only) - USD25 La Fortuna - Paradise Hot Springs (entrance fee) - USD47 Monteverde - Butterfly Garden and Insects Farm (entrance fee) - USD22 Monteverde - Coffee & Chocolate tour - USD47 Monteverde - Suspension bridges tour - USD55 Monteverde - Canopy Zip Lining (Entrance, Equipment & Transport) - USD101 Manuel Antonio – Cruise (Inc transport, guide, lunch and drinks onboard) - USD95 Manuel Antonio - Mangrove Kayak Activity (with lunch) - USD75 Manuel Antonio National Park (Entrance fee) - USD18

If we arrive late at night on March 5th, would we still be able to make it to next morning? What if the plane is delayed for a few hours?

We are excited to start the planning phase with you and are happy to answer any questions. This trip starts with a Welcome meeting on Day 1 (05MAR2026) at 6pm. It's very important that you attend the welcome meeting as we will be collecting insurance details and next of kin information at this time. If you will be arriving later than 6pm on Day 1 it is very important that you let us know so that we can advise your leader who will leave instructions for you at the front desk upon arrival. Your leader will let you know what time breakfast starts and what time the group will be departing the next day. Upon booking you will also receive an emergency number for our local team so if your flight does get delayed you can reach out to them directly and they will assist you in next steps for meeting the group if needed.

I have a questions please : I received by mail the insider discount code for -20% from Intrepid. Does it work at TourRadar? Will it really be -20% of discount if I book directly 'The Classic Costa Rica' in February or March, please?

If you would like to book onto our Classic Costa Rica for Feb or Mar using your early insiders 20% off code we can do that for you even if you book through Tour Radar. At time of booking just provide us with the code and we will make the adjustments for you.

Can we upgrade to 4 or 4.5 star hotel

Since this is an original style trip, in most locations you will stay in simple tourist-class hotels (i.e. 2-3 stars). If you would like to stay in 4/5-star hotels, we recommend you look at our Premium style trips.

Could you send me a detailed itinerary of this trip please

Please find below the detailed day-by-day itinerary for your selected Costa Rica trip. Day 1 San Jose: Arrive in Costa Rica's capital and attend a welcome meeting at 6pm. Optional visits: National Museum, Pre-Columbian Gold Museum, or Jade Museum. Accommodation: Hotel. Day 2 Tortuguero National Park: Travel by private transport to La Pavona, then by boat into Tortuguero. Included activity: Boat ride to Tortuguero. Day 3 Tortuguero National Park: Free day to explore canals, wildlife walks, or take optional turtle watching (seasonal). Included activity: National Park Entrance. Day 4 Santa Rosa de Pocosol Homestay: Travel to Santa Rosa de Pocosol for an authentic homestay. Optional soap-making workshop or waterfall hike. Evening cooking lesson and shared dinner. Included activities: Homestay experience, home-cooked meal, Spanish lesson. Day 5 Rio Celeste: Stop at Maleku Indigenous community, enjoy a traditional meal and cultural insights. Day 6 Rio Celeste: Free day with options: tubing on Rio Celeste or a guided safari cruise. Day 7-15 includes destinations like La Fortuna, Monteverde, Manuel Antonio, and return to San Jose.

Are all rooms twin bedrooms?

Rooming for this trip will be twin share. A single supplement is available for purchase if you'd prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights on your trip and is subject to availability.

We are interested in a two week tour we are very active and healthy adults in early 60's. Interested in all that CR has to offer particularly nature and wild life.

We have a few itineraries that we could suggest however, they either start or end in San Jose and Antigua is that alright with you?

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Itinerary

Day 1
San Jose
San Jose
Optional Activities
- Visit the National Museum
- Visit the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum
- Visit the Jade Museum
Landmarks
National Museum
Pre-Columbian Gold Museum
Jade Museum
Day 2
San Jose to Tortuguero National Park
San Jose to Tortuguero National Park
Included Activities
- Boat ride to Tortuguero
- Tortuguero National Park entrance
Landmarks
Tortuguero National Park
Day 3
Tortuguero National Park
Tortuguero National Park
Optional Activities
- Sunrise canoe trip
- Park walking trails
- Evening turtle watching tour
Landmarks
Tortuguero National Park
Day 4
Santa Rosa de Pocosol
Santa Rosa de Pocosol
Meals
Dinner (Home-cooked meal prepared during cooking lesson)
Included Activities
- Homestay experience
- Leader-led informal Spanish lesson
- Home-cooked meal at homestay
Optional Activities
- Soap-making workshop
- Guided hike to waterfall
Day 5
Santa Rosa de Pocosol to Rio Celeste Area
Santa Rosa de Pocosol to Rio Celeste Area
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast with host family), Lunch (Traditional Maleku meal)
Included Activities
- Maleku Community experience
- Traditional Maleku meal with community
Landmarks
Tenorio Volcano National Park
Day 6
Rio Celeste
Rio Celeste
Optional Activities
- Guided tubing excursion on Rio Celeste
- 3-hour guided jungle hike along Rio Celeste
Landmarks
Rio Celeste
Day 7
La Fortuna
La Fortuna
Optional Activities
- Hike to La Fortuna waterfall
- Explore local town
- Sunset dinner with local cuisine
Landmarks
Arenal Volcano
La Fortuna Waterfall
Day 8
La Fortuna
La Fortuna
Optional Activities
- Stand-up paddleboarding on Lake Arenal
- Boat tour of Cano Negro Reserve
- Thermal springs relaxation
- Forest exploration
Landmarks
Lake Arenal
Cano Negro Reserve
Day 9
Lake Arenal to Monteverde
Lake Arenal to Monteverde
Included Activities
- Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve entrance
- Nature walk through Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve with leader
Landmarks
Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Day 10
Monteverde
Monteverde
Included Activities
- Children's Eternal Rain Forest night wildlife walk with Intrepid Foundation Partner
Optional Activities
- Canopy walk on suspension bridges
- Butterfly Garden visit
Landmarks
Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Children's Eternal Rain Forest
Butterfly Garden
Day 11
Monteverde to Manuel Antonio
Monteverde to Manuel Antonio
Meals
Lunch (Traditional home-cooked meal with local family, including local Costa Rican coffee)
Included Activities
- Manuel Antonio home-cooked lunch experience
Optional Activities
- Sunset viewing at Espadilla Beach
Landmarks
Manuel Antonio National Park
Espadilla Beach
Day 12
Manuel Antonio
Manuel Antonio
Included Activities
- Manuel Antonio National Park entrance fee
- Manuel Antonio National Park tour with naturalist guide
Optional Activities
- Beach time
- Surfing at Playa El Rey
- Guided kayak tour through mangrove forest
- Sunset sail
Landmarks
Manuel Antonio National Park
Espadilla Beach
Playa El Rey
Day 13
Manuel Antonio
Manuel Antonio
Optional Activities
- Return to Manuel Antonio National Park
- Beach relaxation
- Explore at own pace
Landmarks
Manuel Antonio National Park
Manuel Antonio Beach
Day 14
Manuel Antonio to San Jose
Manuel Antonio to San Jose
Optional Activities
- Explore San Jose
- Farewell dinner with group
Day 15
San Jose
San Jose

Landmarks
National Museum
Pre-Columbian Gold Museum
Jade Museum

Landmarks
Tortuguero National Park

Landmarks
Tortuguero National Park

Landmarks
Tenorio Volcano National Park

Landmarks
Rio Celeste

Landmarks
Arenal Volcano
La Fortuna Waterfall

Landmarks
Lake Arenal
Cano Negro Reserve

Landmarks
Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve

Landmarks
Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Children's Eternal Rain Forest
Butterfly Garden

Landmarks
Manuel Antonio National Park
Espadilla Beach

Landmarks
Manuel Antonio National Park
Espadilla Beach
Playa El Rey

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Manuel Antonio National Park
Manuel Antonio Beach

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Giacomo5.0•March 2026
Hi, This is my seventh trip organized by Intrepid, and I’ll definitely continue to trust you for the next ones. If...
Hi, This is my seventh trip organized by Intrepid, and I’ll definitely continue to trust you for the next ones. If you want a complete change of scenery and love nature and animals, Costa Rica is a perfect destination.Impressive rain forest Some litle treks and safari in those forests to alot of animals. You will learn al lot of things on the history, plants, animals. You’ll be amazed by the lush nature and all the animals you can encounter if you’re a bit lucky — sloths, tarantulas, tree frogs, lots of different bird species, and more. Without our excellent guide Tayron, this trip wouldn’t have been nearly as exceptional. The hotels were beautiful, set away from the villages, right in the heart of nature—with pools (and sometimes animals ;-) ). The hotel in Manuel Antonio was especially lovely, with a view of the ocean. There wasn’t too much driving—about three hours on average—so we had plenty of free time to enjoy ourselves. March is a great time to go: few tourists and not too hot. It was actually quite peaceful in the end. Just note that Costa Rica is a fairly expensive country when it comes to restaurants, juices, cocktails, etc., and plan for an extra budget if you’re interested in optional activities. And also very good group with nice and kind people Thanks Tayron Thanks Intrepid ! Pura Vida !Show more
Traveled in February 2026
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Thank you so much for your lovely review and your continued loyalty, Giacomo! We're thrilled to hear that your experience in Costa Rica lived up to the great experiences you've had on your previous trips. It is a truly unique part of the world and it sounds like Tayron did a great job showcasing this to you. Thank you again and we can't wait to see you on your eighth trip with us!
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Maureen4.0•March 2026
The trip was awesome, loved the areas we stayed. The guide was very attentive and always available to answer any...
The trip was awesome, loved the areas we stayed. The guide was very attentive and always available to answer any questions we had. He was very pleasant and knowledgeable. Costa Rica is paradise! Where there could be improvement is the quality of hotels. Most were fine but some had issues like no hot water. The other reason I only have 4 stars is the cost of the excursions. They were outrageously overpriced. 2 times I/we found excursions on our own at 1/3 the price. I encourage travellers to do there homework for excursions if you want to save your money as Costa Rica is becoming fairly expensive.Show more
Traveled in February 2026
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Thank you Maureen for taking the time to share your thoughts on your trip to Costa Rica. We are thrilled to hear that you found your leader to be knowledgeable and responsive to your questions through out the trip. We are sorry to hear that you found some of the accommodations did not live up to the expected standard for an Original level trip and that some of the hotels did not have hot water. We also appreciate that you found that our recommendations for the optional activities to be at a higher cost than some of the other companies in the area. At Intrepid, we conduct full safety and quality assessments before recommending a company for an optional excursion, which does sometimes result in our recommendations being for companies that charge more for their services, we are sorry if this was not communicated to you on your trip. We hope that despite the challenges you encountered on your trip that you managed to make many wonderful memories and we look forward to travelling with you again soon!
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Lorna5.0•October 2025
An excellent trip showcasing a great selection of locations and wildlife in Costa Rica. A good option for your first...
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Thank you for taking the time to post a review erience. We’re delighted to hear that you found the tour to be an excellent introduction to Costa Rica, with a well-curated selection of locations and wildlife. It’s wonderful to know the itinerary met your expectations and provided a memorable first visit. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you on another adventure in the future.
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Vanessa5.0•August 2025
What an unforgettable and memorable trip! Very well organized! Our tour guide Marvin Lopez made the experience...
What an unforgettable and memorable trip! Very well organized! Our tour guide Marvin Lopez made the experience incredible. His in depth knowledge on Costa Rica’s bio diversity, culture, history, agriculture and wildlife was impressive. The group fell right into being comfortable and feeling safe due to his leadership.Show more
Traveled in August 2025
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Thank you for such a glowing review, Vanessa! It is always wonderful to learn of our guides really making an impact on the trip experiences of our guests. It is amazing that Marvin was able to expand on everyone's knowledge as your made your way through this amazing country! Thank you for adding in such fantastic pictures- we are always excited to see them! We look forward to seeing you again.
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Jolene5.0•April 2025
It was a perfect introduction to Costa Rica. In other reviews, I noticed that some felt that there should have been...
It was a perfect introduction to Costa Rica. In other reviews, I noticed that some felt that there should have been more meals and excursions included in the price. I thought that the amount was fair. It allowed us time to choose excursions that were of interest to us and to eat what, when and with whom we wanted. I preferred the mix of flexibility and structure. And for everything we did, the pace was excellent as well.Show more
Traveled in March 2025
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Hi Jolene, thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us on your Classic Costa Rica trip. We are so pleased that you thought the inclusions were fair and that it allowed you some flexibility. We look forward to welcoming you on another Intrepid trip soon.
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Roy4.0•March 2025
The tour and guide were excellent. For me, the trip should have been more clear on the physical requirements of the...
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Traveled in February 2025
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Thank you Roy, for taking the time to submit your review of your trip to Costa Rica! We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour on the whole, but that the physical rating system could be updated for this trip. While we would never want to presume that a persons chronological age could hinder their participation in a tour, we do take your feedback seriously and have forwarded it to the appropriate team for consideration when we set the difficulty levels of our tours. Thank you again and we look forward to many more future adventures!
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Bill5.0•February 2025
We had a wonder time. Enjoyed everybody's friendship and I can't say enough about our leader Marvin Lopez. It's...
We had a wonder time. Enjoyed everybody's friendship and I can't say enough about our leader Marvin Lopez. It's apparent that Marvin hasgone out of his way to become knowledgeable in every aspect of our travels including the knowledge to answer every question. Marvin has made friends with local resident contacts and it's obvious that you are respected by them. Knowing you have not done this, not just for us but for all of the many tours you have lead, indicated you are willing to go above and beyond the call of duty for all those who have been recipients of your excellent service and dedication.Show more
Traveled in January 2025
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Hi Bill, thank you for your kind review! We're delighted to hear that you had a wonderful time on your Classic Costa Rica trip and that your leader Marvin made such a lasting impression. His extensive knowledge and deep connections to the local communities are at the heart of what we strive for, and it's fantastic to know that his efforts contributed to making your experience as enriching and memorable as it was. We'll be sure to pass on your kind words. Thanks again for your review Bill, we hope to welcome you on another adventure soon!
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None3.0•January 2025
Led by Mingma
Most of the toys.were optional
Traveled in January 2025
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Hi Girish, thank you for taking the time to leave a review! With so much to see and do in Costa Rica, we aim to strike a balance between included activities and free time so that travellers can shape their experience in a way that suits them best. While some experiences are built into the itinerary, we also offer a range of optional activities so you can choose how to spend your time, whether that's diving deeper into the incredible wildlife, culture, and landscapes or taking it easy. We appreciate your feedback and hope you had a fantastic time on your adventure!
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Ingrid5.0•January 2025
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Wonderful trip Great guide Nice new acquaintances
Traveled in December 2024
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Hello Ingrid! We are pleased to know that you had a great adventure and enjoyed your time with your fellow travellers. We look forward to welcoming you again when the time comes. Wishing you an excellent new year!
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Jutta5.0•July 2024
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Gut geplante Reise mit den Highlights, gut geeignet für das erste mal Costa Rica. Ausgezeichneter Reiseleiter
Traveled in July 2024
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Hello Jutta and thank you very much for your great review! We are glad that you had a great time on tour with us and hope to have you back on one of our adventures soon! All the best!
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Eileen
Asked on May 26th, 2026
I have read through the intinerary for your Costa Rica tour. it looks like there is a lot of time on your own to explore. What if you are traveling alone and have difficulty finding your way around will there be someone to help you. It is not always your fellow travelers will be there to help you.
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- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written May 2026
  Yes, our Classic Costa Rica tour does have more free time to allow for optional activities & traveler's to do their own thing. You are welcome to stay with the leader during free time but traveler's are welcome to do anything they prefer during that time. Due to this, I can't guarantee the group will stay together or go off on their own. I find our groups tend to stay together, especially if they are a high level of solo traveler's on a departure.
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Cristina
Asked on March 23rd, 2026
Can you provide the list of prices for the optional activities/excursions?
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- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written March 2026
  Here's a full list of the optional activities available on-tour and the fees:
  
  - San Jose - Pre-Colombian Gold Museum (Entrance fee) - USD17
  - San Jose - Jade Archaeological Museum (Entrance fee) - USD16
  - San Jose - National Museum (entrance fee) (Closed Sunday & Monday) - USD11
  - Tortuguero - Sunrise canoe trip around canals - USD45
  - Tortuguero - Turtle Watching Night Tour - USD45
  - Santa Rosa de Pocosol - Soap-making workshop (cash only) (requires a minimum of 3 travellers to operate) - USD20
  - Santa Rosa de Pocosol - Waterfall hike (Cash Only) - USD19
  - Rio Celeste - River Tubing Adventure (cash only) - USD70
  - Rio Celeste - Volcan Tenorio National Park Guided Trail Walk (cash only) - USD70
  - La Fortuna - Arenal 1968 Volcano View and Lava Trails (Entrance fee) - USD25
  - La Fortuna - La Fortuna Waterfall (Entrance only) - USD25
  - La Fortuna - Paradise Hot Springs (entrance fee) - USD47
  - Monteverde - Butterfly Garden and Insects Farm (entrance fee) - USD22
  - Monteverde - Coffee & Chocolate tour - USD47
  - Monteverde - Suspension bridges tour - USD55
  - Monteverde - Canopy Zip Lining (Entrance, Equipment & Transport) - USD101
  - Manuel Antonio – Cruise (Inc transport, guide, lunch and drinks onboard) - USD95
  - Manuel Antonio - Mangrove Kayak Activity (with lunch) - USD75
  - Manuel Antonio National Park (Entrance fee) - USD18
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Tracy
Asked on January 6th, 2026
I would like to book this tour but i have a 13 year old daughter. Is the cut off at 15 year old a firm thing or can my daughter join the tour
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- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2026
  Unfortunately, we are unable to accept any traveler under the required minimum age. However, we do have similar itineraries in our "Family" stye that allow us to safely accommodation younger travelers.
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  Tracy
  Traveler•Written January 2026
  What do you mean by safely accommodation of young travelers? If i sign a waiver to allow her on this tour is that something that is possible? We do not want a family tour that is double the cost of this one i am asking about.
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2026
  To clarify, trips that allow younger travelers are specifically designed with different activity levels, logistics, and safety standards in mind.
  
  For this tour, the minimum age requirement is firm and cannot be waived, even with a signed waiver. This is due to operational requirements rather than individual circumstances.
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  Tracy
  Traveler•Written January 2026
  So are you telling me that this tour is not Safe????? Are you are changing your safety protocols for your tours. If your tours are not safe, then why would you suggest I take my daughter on another tour. Please explain to me how is one tour safer than another? Also, please explain in detail the difference in "Operational requirements" for the two tours? All i see is a higher price for the family tour.
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2026
  Thank you for your message. I appreciate the opportunity to clarify.
  
  To be clear, this is not a question of safety. All of our tours follow the same core safety standards and protocols, regardless of the minimum age requirement. We would never offer or operate a tour that we consider unsafe.
  
  The minimum age of 15 for this particular tour is based on operational and experiential factors rather than safety risk. This itinerary is designed for older teens and adults and includes longer travel days, a faster pace, accommodations and activities that assume a higher level of independence, and less structured downtime. In practice, this means fewer adjustments for younger travelers and fewer family-oriented considerations built into the program.
  
  Our family tours, which have a lower minimum age, are specifically designed to better accommodate younger travelers. Operationally, this includes a slower pace, more frequent breaks, accommodations and rooming setups suitable for families, and activities selected with younger participants in mind. These differences are reflected in the overall structure of the trip and, as a result, the pricing.
  
  While individual travelers may feel that a younger participant could manage the original tour, we apply age requirements consistently to ensure the experience aligns with how the trip is designed and operated for all guests.
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Rhonda
Asked on January 6th, 2026
What are the approximate costs of the optional excursions?
Price / Availability
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2026
  Please see be cost break down below in USD -
  
  Optional activities
  San Jose - Pre-Colombian Gold Museum (Entrance fee) - USD17
  San Jose - Jade Archaeological Museum (Entrance fee) - USD16
  San Jose - National Museum (entrance fee) (Closed Sunday & Monday) - USD11
  Tortuguero - Sunrise canoe trip around canals - USD45
  Tortuguero - Turtle Watching Night Tour - USD45
  Santa Rosa de Pocosol - Soap-making workshop (cash only) (requires a minimum of 3 travellers to operate) - USD20
  Santa Rosa de Pocosol - Waterfall hike (Cash Only) - USD19
  Rio Celeste - River Tubing Adventure (cash only) - USD70
  Rio Celeste - Volcan Tenorio National Park Guided Trail Walk (cash only) - USD70
  La Fortuna - Arenal 1968 Volcano View and Lava Trails (Entrance fee) - USD25
  La Fortuna - La Fortuna Waterfall (Entrance only) - USD25
  La Fortuna - Paradise Hot Springs (entrance fee) - USD47
  Monteverde - Butterfly Garden and Insects Farm (entrance fee) - USD22
  Monteverde - Coffee & Chocolate tour - USD47
  Monteverde - Suspension bridges tour - USD55
  Monteverde - Canopy Zip Lining (Entrance, Equipment & Transport) - USD101
  Manuel Antonio – Cruise (Inc transport, guide, lunch and drinks onboard) - USD95
  Manuel Antonio - Mangrove Kayak Activity (with lunch) - USD75
  Manuel Antonio National Park (Entrance fee) - USD18
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  Rhonda
  Traveler•Written January 2026
  Would you please explain the accommodations for the home stays?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2026
  The homestay is a wonderful opportunity to witness everyday local life with the local. A hearty homecooked dinner and breakfast will be served during your stay, which can be a lot more basic than what you're used to.
  You'll stay with a local family led by one of our trusted women hosts. Typically, 2-4 travellers will be assigned to each host family. Bedrooms have two twin beds, and you'll have access to a shared guest bathroom. In the evening, you'll join the group and community at the village community centre for dinner before returning to your host family's home for the night. In the morning, you'll share breakfast with your host family, experiencing authentic local cuisine and warm hospitality.
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  Rhonda
  Traveler•Written January 2026
  I am looking on paying the additional for a private room for the tour, would this also apply to the homestays?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2026
  A single supplement is available to book at an additional cost of $795, if you prefer not to share a room on this trip.
  
  The single supplement applies to all nights on your trip and is subject to availability.
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  Rhonda
  Traveler•Written January 2026
  Do you have a list of the hotels and lodges for this tour?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2026
  HOTEL LIST 2026 (Subject to change)
  
  SAN JOSE - Rincon del Valle Hotel or similar
  TORTUGUERO - Miss Junies or similar
  SANTA ROSA - Juanilama or similar
  RIO CELESTE - Catarata Rio Celeste or similar
  LA FORTUNA - Sierra Arenal or similar
  MONTEVERDE - Historias Lodge or similar
  MANUEL ANTONIO - Faro Beach or similar
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Tamara
Asked on December 2nd, 2025
If we arrive late at night on March 5th, would we still be able to make it to next morning? What if the plane is delayed for a few hours?
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- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2025
  We are excited to start the planning phase with you and are happy to answer any questions. This trip starts with a Welcome meeting on Day 1 (05MAR2026) at 6pm. It's very important that you attend the welcome meeting as we will be collecting insurance details and next of kin information at this time. If you will be arriving later than 6pm on Day 1 it is very important that you let us know so that we can advise your leader who will leave instructions for you at the front desk upon arrival. Your leader will let you know what time breakfast starts and what time the group will be departing the next day. Upon booking you will also receive an emergency number for our local team so if your flight does get delayed you can reach out to them directly and they will assist you in next steps for meeting the group if needed.
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Lynne
Asked on November 10th, 2025
I have a questions please : I received by mail the insider discount code for -20% from Intrepid. Does it work at TourRadar? Will it really be -20% of discount if I book directly 'The Classic Costa Rica' in February or March, please?
Operator
Price / Availability
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written November 2025
  If you would like to book onto our Classic Costa Rica for Feb or Mar using your early insiders 20% off code we can do that for you even if you book through Tour Radar. At time of booking just provide us with the code and we will make the adjustments for you.
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  Lynne
  Traveler•Written November 2025
  Could you please do teh adjustment ?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written November 2025
  We've gone ahead and applied your Insider discount code to the booking. Kindly review and approve the changes from your end so we can finalize the update.
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Amy
Asked on October 21st, 2025
Can we upgrade to 4 or 4.5 star hotel
Accommodation
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written October 2025
  Since this is an original style trip, in most locations you will stay in simple tourist-class hotels (i.e. 2-3 stars). If you would like to stay in 4/5-star hotels, we recommend you look at our Premium style trips.
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Georgia
Asked on September 16th, 2025
Could you send me a detailed itinerary of this trip please
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written September 2025
  Please find below the detailed day-by-day itinerary for your selected Costa Rica trip. Day 1 San Jose: Arrive in Costa Rica's capital and attend a welcome meeting at 6pm. Optional visits: National Museum, Pre-Columbian Gold Museum, or Jade Museum. Accommodation: Hotel. Day 2 Tortuguero National Park: Travel by private transport to La Pavona, then by boat into Tortuguero. Included activity: Boat ride to Tortuguero. Day 3 Tortuguero National Park: Free day to explore canals, wildlife walks, or take optional turtle watching (seasonal). Included activity: National Park Entrance. Day 4 Santa Rosa de Pocosol Homestay: Travel to Santa Rosa de Pocosol for an authentic homestay. Optional soap-making workshop or waterfall hike. Evening cooking lesson and shared dinner. Included activities: Homestay experience, home-cooked meal, Spanish lesson. Day 5 Rio Celeste: Stop at Maleku Indigenous community, enjoy a traditional meal and cultural insights. Day 6 Rio Celeste: Free day with options: tubing on Rio Celeste or a guided safari cruise. Day 7-15 includes destinations like La Fortuna, Monteverde, Manuel Antonio, and return to San Jose.
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Alice
Asked on August 18th, 2025
Are all rooms twin bedrooms?
Accommodation
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written August 2025
  Rooming for this trip will be twin share. A single supplement is available for purchase if you'd prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights on your trip and is subject to availability.
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Oliver
Asked on August 6th, 2025
We are interested in a two week tour we are very active and healthy adults in early 60's. Interested in all that CR has to offer particularly nature and wild life.
Age Range
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written August 2025
  We have a few itineraries that we could suggest however, they either start or end in San Jose and Antigua is that alright with you?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written August 2025
  Classic Costa Rica is the tour we currently have available that offers a wildlife experience for two weeks. The departure that fits your travel period is from December 2, 2025 to December 16, 2025.

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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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