I had not been on holiday for over a decade before I embarked on this trip, so suffice to say I had high expectations! Costa Rica had been on my list ever since a colleague visited the country two years ago, and it was well worth the wait. We were fortunate enough to only have eight travellers, which meant that our guide, Jonathan, had ample time to answer all of our questions.
If you are looking for a holiday which will give you eight hours of sleep a night then this trip is not for you. We were up for breakfast before 8am every day and despite there being several optional extra activities listed on the trip notes, we didn't have time to do any of them as we were constantly on the go! I felt as though I was away for six months or more, and I enjoyed moving to a new area of the country every few days. Each hotel we stayed at had a different style suited to the area of the country we were in - rainforest lodge, spa resort, mountain hotel, ranch, beach hotel. The food was wonderful - all breakfasts are included and on the days when our lunch and/or dinner weren't included, we never felt hungry.
Adventure
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge, Resort
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
San Jose, Rincon de la Vieja Vol
San Jose, Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park, Playa Carrillo, Tortuguero National Park, Sarapiqui, La Fortuna, Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve
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Destination Services Costa Rica is a smaller company and I couldn't find out allot about them, but their Exotic Costa Rica tour lined up better with what we were hoping to see on our visit. Communication was not direct, so I didn't always feel we were on the same page. In the end, EVERYTHING was line up in a wonderful manner .....accomdations; tours; and transfers! Transfers were not only on time.... they were there early. All accommodations were in nice condition overall, and staff were very accommodating. You will not have a tour leader or guide that stays with you through the trip. However, in all instances the hotels had all the information on what, where, and when for us. I would certainly travel through them again, and recommend you to consider Destination Services Costa Rica on your journey to Costa Rice!
Active and outdoor
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge, Resort, Villa
Age Range
6-99 yrs
Operated in
english, spanish
Destinations
Liberia City, Rincon de la Vieja
Liberia City, Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park, Bijagua, Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve, Manuel Antonio, Manuel Antonio National Park
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We recently went on a 4 night tour with the tour operator starting on Monday 6th May. We flew into Liberia.
Our guide was named Pablo and our bus driver named Mr Campbell. Both of them were absolutely fantastic. Pablo immediately made us feel at ease and explained everything very thoroughly and was very understanding of a member of the tour group who was travel sick. The tour was very well organised and the bus was always on time and was driven very carefully, we saw many other tourist buses being driven much less cautiously! We thouroughly enjoyed our trip and Pablo and Mr Campbell really helped with this so please can you pass on our appreciation to them.
Active and outdoorBeach
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Eco Lodge, Lodge, Resort
Age Range
6-99 yrs
Operated in
english, spanish
Destinations
Liberia City, Rincon de la Vieja
Liberia City, Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park, Jaco, Arenal, Sarapiqui, Tortuguero, Tortuguero National Park, San Jose, Vara Blanca
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What a fantastic adventure. This Wellness Trip has the best of both worlds and includes both adventure and relaxation. I loved incorporating meditation and yoga into fun activities like canyoning, horseback riding, and hot springs. I loved everything from the hotels to the CEO to the locations and activities. I would do this tour again in a heartbeat. Thank you for the amazing vacation and memories!
YogaChill out
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge, Eco Lodge
Age Range
12-100 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
San Jose, Rincon de la Vieja Vol
San Jose, Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park, La Fortuna, Playa Carrillo
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It was a fun tour put together. The name of this tour pretty much is what says, in which you see many different waterfalls and forest areas around the Ricon de la Vieja National Park, Monteverde, and Arenal volcano near La Fortuna. Many activities were arranged to which you see these waterfalls and forest environments such as horseback riding, nightwalk to see various animals insects and reptiles at night, hikes, and rappelling. When these activities were done usually by noon, you have the rest of the day to yourself to explore around other sites or to just relax at your hotel. I enjoyed the week I had in Costa Rica doing this tour, and I would recommend anyone who wants a bit of adventure and relaxation to go on this tour.
Active and outdoorAdventure
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge, Resort
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english, spanish
Destinations
Liberia City, Rincon de la Vieja
Liberia City, Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park, Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve, Arenal
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Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Eco Lodge, Lodge, Villa
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Panama City, Antigua, Rincon de
Panama City, Antigua, Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park, Isla De Ometepe, Granada, Leon, San Salvador, Suchitoto, Panama Canal, Copán Ruinas, Boquete, Bocas Del Toro, Sarapiqui, Arenal, Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve
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Uncover the natural beauty of Costa Rica during this 11-day self-drive tour around the country. From coast to coast, discover the complexity of the different regions, including the bustling capital city of San Jose and both the Pacific and Caribbean coasts. Enjoy an unforgettable excursion in Tortuguero, in a shared shuttle and boat, give yourself the opportunity to see a variety of active and dormant volcanoes and rainforests, as well as admire a plethora of animals and plant life. Enjoy all of Costa Rica wrapped up into one trip!
Active and outdoor
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Eco Lodge, Lodge, Resort
Age Range
6-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Liberia City, Rincon de la Vieja
Liberia City, Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park, Jaco, Arenal, Sarapiqui, Tortuguero, Tortuguero National Park, San Jose, Vara Blanca
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Enjoy an exceptional two-night stay at Rincon de la Vieja Volcano surroundings; one of the most beautiful countrysides with ecological diversity in Costa Rica. At over 34,000 acres, Rincon de la Vieja has room for two volcanoes, 32 rivers and streams, and an incredible variety of flora and fauna.
AdventureActive and outdoor
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
6-99 yrs
Operated in
english, spanish
Destinations
San Jose, Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park
San Jose, Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park
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Discover Costa Rica’s exotic side during this eight-day nature-filled adventure. Visit the most predominant natural areas of western Costa Rica, seeing an active volcano, a cloud forest high up in the canopy, verdant rainforestS and beautiful beaches. Keep on the lookout for an extensive variety of wild animals, bugs, and fascinating plants. Accommodation is in eco-friendly, sustainable properties to enhance the trip’s natural experience.
Active and outdoor
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge, Resort, Villa
Age Range
6-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Liberia City, Rincon de la Vieja
Liberia City, Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park, Bijagua, Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve, Manuel Antonio, Manuel Antonio National Park
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I spent 13 days in Costa Rica and did a self-drive everywhere from Liberia to San Jose while hitting places such as Rincon, Arenal, Monteverde, Samara Beach, and Dominical to name a few and I was able to do pretty much everything I wanted to do in Costa Rica thanks to Alex's brilliant trip planning! On top of that, the hotels that were booked for me were all top notch and there were plenty of opportunities to have lunch and dinner no matter where I stayed. If you plan to stay in Costa Rica anytime soon, I highly recommend having Alex to plan your trip with you!
VolcanoesTrekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Independent TourTypically a private tour undertaken by one or two travelers
Accommodation
Eco Lodge, Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
12-65 yrs
Operated in
English
Destinations
Monteverde Cloud Forest Biologic
Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve, Samara Beach, Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park, Tenorio, Guanacaste, Bijagua, Rio Celeste, Monteverde, Playa Carrillo, Carrillo Beach, Liberia City
Immerse yourself in the essence of Costa Rica on this exciting 9-day journey that will take you to explore the natural beauty and majesty in the surrounding areas of four of the country's most prominent volcanoes: the imposing Irazú Volcano in Cartago, the majestic Arenal Volcano in La Fortuna area, thee intriguing Rincón de la Vieja Volcano in Guanacaste, and the famous Poás Volcano.
Get ready to embark on this adventure as you enjoy the landscapes full of biodiversity that only Costa Rica can offer.
In this volcano adventure trip, you will have the opportunity to visit some destinations with different volcano landscapes and hikes within the national parks.
Trekking and HikingVolcanoes
Tour Type
Independent TourTypically a private tour undertaken by one or two travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
5-79 yrs
Operated in
english, spanish
Destinations
San Jose, Arenal Volcano, Rincon
San Jose, Arenal Volcano, Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park, Poas Volcano, Irazú Volcano, Arenal, La Paz Waterfall, Juan Santamaria
Discover the wild delights of Costa Rica on this 11 day tour, taking in breath-taking national parks, volcanoes, rainforests and pristine beaches. Gaze down into the craters of Irazu and enjoy the spectacular view from Costa Rica's tallest, active volcano. Hike to the famous Arenal Volcano and encounter incredible wildlife. Eiexperience the thrill of white-water rafting along Pacuare River and soar above the tree tops on a zipline in Rincon de la Vieja National Park. End your adventure relaxing on beautiful Samara beach, in the picturesque province of Guancaste, before returning to San Jose.
National parksWalking tours
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
San Jose, Irazú Volcano, La Fort
San Jose, Irazú Volcano, La Fortuna, Arenal, Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park, Playa Samara
