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Costa Rica Adventure - G Adventures

Costa Rica Adventure

16 days
4.6
(78)
Start and end in San Jose
Tour Operator:
G Adventures
Max group size:
16
Age range:
12 to 90
Operated in:
English
Tour id:
5239
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Highlights

  • Explore the Manuel Antonio National Park
  • Swim in the La Fortuna waterfall
  • Experience the Monteverde cloud forest
  • Visit a coffee cooperative in San Miguel

Itinerary

Start and end in San Jose! With the Active Adventure tour Costa Rica Adventure, you have a 16 days tour package taking you through San Jose, Costa Rica and 7 other destinations in Costa Rica. Costa Rica Adventure includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more.
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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 San José
  2. Day 2 San José/Quepos
  3. Day 3 Quepos
  4. Day 4 Quepos/Monteverde
  5. Day 5 Monteverde
  6. Day 6 Monteverde/La Fortuna
  7. Day 7-8 La Fortuna
  8. Day 9 La Fortuna/Sarapiquí Rainforest (1L, 1D)
  9. Day 10 Sarapiquí Rainforest (1B, 1L, 1D)
  10. Day 11 Sarapiquí Rainforest/Tortuguero (1B, 1L, 1D)
  11. Day 12 Tortuguero (1B, 1L, 1D)
  12. Day 13 Tortuguero/Puerto Viejo de Talamanca (1B)
  13. Day 14 Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
  14. Day 15 Puerto Viejo de Talamanca/San José
  15. Day 16 San José
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • COVID-19 Health & Safety Measures
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

Hotel
Lodge

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.6
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.6
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.6
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.3
  • Accommodation
    Good
    3.8
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.1
  • 4.6
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  • OH
    · August 20th, 2023
    We had a fabulous time. The group was lovely. The guide Liam was superb.
    G Adventures commented on this review
    Hi Oliver, So great to hear! We can't wait to host you again.
    Trip date: July 2023
  • Costa Rica Adventure reviewer 2
    · August 7th, 2023
    A fantastic trip with a wonderful group of people and an inspirational, energetic trip leader in Marina. I experienced almost everything I wanted to in Costa Rica and felt like I had an authentic experience.
    G Adventures commented on this review
    Hi Matt - Thanks for taking the time to write in about Marina. She's wonderful!
    Trip date: July 2023
  • AG
    · August 3rd, 2023
    Very happy with the tour
    G Adventures commented on this review
    Hi Anne Louise, Thanks so much for your positive feedback; much appreciated.
    Trip date: July 2023
  • VW
    · July 22nd, 2023
    the entire trip with G Adventure was amazing.
    G Adventures commented on this review
    Hi Vannessa, So glad to hear that you enjoyed your time with us in Costa Rica!
    Trip date: June 2023
  • Costa Rica Adventure reviewer 5
    · March 15th, 2023
    This was a great way trip with a knowledgeable, experienced and caring guide.
    G Adventures commented on this review
    Hi John, Thank you for your positive feedback :) I appreciate it.
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    Trip date: February 2023
  • Costa Rica Adventure reviewer 6
    · March 14th, 2023
    Costa Rica and GAdventures didn’t disappoint. Had a fantastic time touring both coasts, the mountains, cloud- and rainforests of CR. Tito our guide was a lot of fun, knowledgeable and took the time to get to know everyone - and to make sure the trip was... Show more
    G Adventures commented on this review
    Hi Vanessa - thanks so much! We can't wait to have you back.
    Trip date: January 2023
  • Costa Rica Adventure reviewer 7
    · December 23rd, 2022
    A really great tour, well organised to see the different sides of Costa Rica! Hotels/accommodation were mostly amazing, and great value for money. Our tour guide, Grace, was amazing and ensured that we all experienced what we came on the tour to... Show more
    G Adventures commented on this review
    Hi Jessica, Thanks for the positive feedback about Grace. She's a star.
    Trip date: December 2022
  • A
    · December 6th, 2022
    Please refer to my earlier comment
    Trip date: May 2022
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  • A
    · September 6th, 2022
    For my first solo holiday/vacation, this was a fantastic experience that exceeded my expectations. I have had new experiences and made memories and friends that I will hold for a very long time.
    Trip date: May 2022
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  • A
    · June 30th, 2022
    My CEO Liam was my favourite part of the entire journey! Such a great way to experience this beautiful country
    Trip date: November 2022
    Review collected by G Adventures

Dates & Availability

16 days
Costa Rica Adventure
From San Jose to San Jose
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Frequently Asked Questions

    • When and where does the tour end?

      This tour ends in the morning at Dunn Inn Hotel (or similar) in San José. There are no activities planned on the last day of the tour, so you are free to depart at any time. Please be aware that the hotel is subject to change until your final documents are released.

    • When and where does the tour start?

      Day 1 of this tour is an arrivals day, which means that you can arrive at Dunn Inn Hotel (or similar) in San José anytime during the day. Feel free to explore before your welcome meeting, but make sure you’re back in time to meet the group at 6 pm. Please be aware that the joining point is subject to change until your final documents are released.

    • Do you arrange airport transfers?

      Airport transfers are available for this tour at an additional cost, please contact our customer support team to arrange this.

    • What are the optional excursions?

      The optional excursions for this tour are:

      Surfing. Price: 55-75USD per person
      Manuel Antonio National Park Visit. Price: 16USD per person
      Fishing. Price: Not advised
      Kayaking. Price: 69USD per person
      Whitewater Rafting. Price: 75-98USD per person
      Manuel Antonio National Park Guided Hike. Price: 45USD per person
      Manuel Antonio Catamaran Tour. Price: 80USD per person
      Monteverde Butterfly Garden Visit. Price: 15USD per person
      Ziplining. Price: 50USD per person
      Santa Elena Cloud Forest Guided Tour. Price: 35USD per person
      Monteverde Hanging Bridges. Price: 35USD per person
      El Trapiche Tour. Price: 33USD per person
      Serpentarium Visit. Price: 15USD per person
      Frog Pond Visit. Price: 14USD per person
      Lost Canyon Adventures Canyoning. Price: 89USD per person
      Kayaking. Price: 62USD per person
      Stand Up Paddle (Lesson and Tour). Price: 62USD per person
      Mountain Biking. Price: 71USD per person
      La Fortuna Waterfall Swim. Price: 14USD per person
      Baldi Hot Springs Soak. Price: 62USD per person
      Venado Caves Exploration. Price: 76USD per person
      Mountain Biking. Price: 71USD per person
      Whitewater Rafting. Price: 62-80USD per person
      Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge Tour. Price: 59USD per person
      Venado Caves Exploration. Price: 76USD per person
      Gravity Falls Waterfall Jumping. Price: 113USD per person
      Stand Up Paddle (Lesson and Tour). Price: 62USD per person
      Guided Kayak Excursion. Price: 35USD per person
      Turtle Nesting Night Excursion (Seasonal). Price: 51USD per person
      Turtle Hatching Morning Excursion. Price: Not advised
      Tortuguero National Park Guided Boat Tour. Price: 25USD per person
      Bike Rental. Price: Not advised
      Snorkelling. Price: Not advised
      Gandoca Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge Hike. Price: Not advised
      Surf Lesson. Price: 40-50USD per person
      Jaguar Centre Visit. Price: 20USD per person

      Please note that this list is a guideline only and all prices are subject to change.

    • Can you assist with booking additional accommodation?

      Of course, we can! Once you have a confirmed booking on this tour, we can request additional accommodation for you with the tour operator.

    • What is the age range?

      This tour has an age range of 12-70 years old. This means that children under the age of 12 and more mature travellers above the age of 70 are not eligible to participate in the tour.

    • I'm a solo traveller, is there a single supplement?

      If you are a solo traveller on this tour and you don't mind sharing, you will be roomed in twin or multi-share accommodation with fellow travellers of the same gender. However, if you prefer your own private room, this can be arranged at an additional cost, with the exception of nights 9 and 10 as you will be staying in Sarapiqui Rainforest. Please contact our customer support team for more information.

    • Is there a hotel list available?

      All accommodations are subject to change until 4-6 weeks before the departure date. After the booking is made you will be issued your final trip documents with your specific accommodation details. This is a list of accommodations that they typically stay at, but please be advised that they are subject to change:

      Dunn Inn Hotel (or similar)
      Villa Romantica Quepos (or similar)
      Hotel Miramontes (or similar)
      Hotel Las Colinas (or similar)
      Magsasay Lodge (or similar)
      Baula Lodge (or similar)
      Escape Caribeño (or similar)

      Hopefully, this list will give you a better idea of what kind of accommodation you can expect while on tour.

    • Do I need a visa?

      As a tour booking website, TourRadar cannot organise visas for you on your behalf as the visa requirements are regularly being updated and vary for the nationality of one traveller to the next. It is for this reason that we recommend checking with your local embassy or consulate website for the latest up to date information.

    • Will the hotels have wifi access?

      The hotels will usually have wifi available for you to use.

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    Good to Know

    • Currency
      Costa Rican Colon
      Costa Rica
    • Plugs & Adapters

      As a traveller from England, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for types A, 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.
      • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
    • Payment information
      • For any tour departing before November 9th, 2023 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after November 9th, 2023, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with G Adventures. 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 45 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
      • Some departure dates and prices may vary and G Adventures will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
      • The following cards are accepted for "G Adventures" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
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      Some tours are not suitable for mobility-restricted traveller, however, some operators may be able to accommodate special requests. For any enquiries, you can contact our customer support team, who are ready and waiting to help you.

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