Costa Rica Guided Tours

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Tour Overview

This unique adventure holiday in Costa Rica puts you right in the heart of the exquisite beauty of this Central American paradise. Start off with an adrenalin-fueled "Survivor" course before venturing north to world-renowned nature reserves and a guided walking tour of Rincon de la Vieja National Park. Zip-line in the cloud forest of Monteverde, listen to the rumble of Arenal Volcano, and enjoy the long white-sand beaches of Samara. With the chance to view wildlife and snorkel the blue waters of the Pacific, you'll make the most of every moment.

• > Exotic bird and wildlife viewing
• > 'Survivor' adventure course
• > 2 nights at Monteverde National Park with scenic walks and hikes
• > 2 nights at Arenal National Park with scenic walks & hikes
• > Natural volcanic hot springs
• > Full-day guided hike in Rincon de la Vieja National Park
• > 2 nights at Samara beach with numerous optional activities
• > 4 hotel breakfasts and all meals whilst camping
• > Services of a professional bilingual tour leader
• > All transportation by private adventure vehicle
• > 5 nights camping and equipment (except sleeping bag) + 4 nights hotel

• > Mountain biking US$25-$35
• > Horseback riding US$15-$75
• > Surfing lessons US$45
• > Snorkelling US$35-$60
• > Sea kayaking US$40-$60
• > Canopy zipline tour US$60
• > Selvatura hanging bridges US$65
• > Parque Aventura Canyoning/Rappelling US$25-$65

Our Costa Rica tours are open aged departures jointly operated by TrekAmerica and Grand American Adventures.

Want even more adventure? Book one our 3 day jungle lodge packages after your tour, from US$349. Contact us for more information or click here to view more >

With active volcanoes, beautiful beaches and pristine rain forests, you're sure to take away a wealth of incredible experiences from any of our Costa Rican adventures, but you now have opportunity to give something back by adding one of the following volunteering experiences to the end of your tour.

> Volunteer Building Homes for Families
> Volunteer Conservation & Surf
> Volunteer Turtle Conservation

Why not arrange your own TrekAmerica departure? For groups of 8 or more, we can offer private departures on any of our published itineraries enabling friends, families or organizations to enjoy our classic "Trek" style of travel at special rates. Although tours will run as per our standard itinerary shown here, slight modifications may be considered and dates can be chosen to suit your needs. (Subject to seasonal/operational restrictions). So contact us today and start planning your own adventure.

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Flexible Itinerary

Our routes have been carefully chosen to include the best night stops and highlights. However, as local conditions and passenger requests vary, no two trips will ever be the same. With the guidance of your Trek Leader you may modify certain night stops and highlights to give a truly unique experience!

As this tour departs at 0730 in the morning we recommend that you book pre-tour accommodation at our gateway hotel. Please request at the time of booking.

Local Payments - None

• Day: 1 San Jose - Esparza

  Start the adventure with a walk at Carara National Park, then continue to Esparza for a truly unique experience, the Survivor Adventure workshop through the jungle. There will also be time for optional activities at Parque Aventura.
  Accommodation: Camping with meals included

• Day: 2-3 Monteverde Biological Cloud Forest Reserve

  Next up, Monteverde! Home to incredible biodiversity (and some fun nightlife), there will be plenty of time to explore the famous cloud forest with many species of insects, amphibians and mammals that live in the trees. For some extra adrenaline, try the zip-line tour among the cloud-drenched canopies and across open ravines!
  Accommodation: Lodge with breakfast included. Other meals paid locally.

• Day: 4-5 Arenal Volcano National Park

  From the forest to one of the most active volcanoes in the hemisphere, Arenal Volcano will blow you away. You can hike, or horseride to hidden waterfalls before relaxing in the natural hot springs! Watch the night skies for a chance to see the volcano's natural pyrotechnics!
  Accommodation: Camping with meals included

• Day: 6-7 Rincon de la Vieja National Park

  From Arenal, we travel northwest to the undiscovered Parque Nacional Rincon de la Vieja, with its boiling mud pots emanating from beneath the exotic foliage on the forest floor. Here we will explore the park, with a guided full-day trek through the enchanting lowland forest.
  Accommodation: Camping with meals included

• Day: 8-9 Samara Beach

  Heading south, we arrive at the beautiful Pacific Ocean and Samara beach. In Samara, the soft sound of gentle waves is a perennial backdrop to your adventure. It is a perfect place to relax and enjoy Costa Rica's beautiful coastline. Horse ride, snorkel, sea kayak, learn to surf or swim in the warm, clear Pacific Ocean.
  Accommodation: Lodge with breakfast included. Other meals paid locally.

• Day: 10 Samara Beach to San Jose

  We return to San Jose to end a fantastic tour.
  
  This tour ends at approximately 17:00 hrs. We can book you post-tour accommodation at our gateway hotel if required. If you are planning to fly tonight, please do not book a flight that departs before 21:00 hrs.

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You can easily book your trek online using our secure booking engine. You only need to pay a 10% deposit or (whichever is greatest) with full payment due 8 weeks before departure. We are members of ABTA (Association of British Travel Agents) and are fully financially bonded so your money is 100% safe and protected at all times whether you pay by debit, bank or credit card. If you prefer to book by telephone, please contact our sales office and speak to one our friendly travel consultants.

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