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We just returned from the Costa Rica Eco-Adventure (2/1/2025-2/8/2025). This was our sixth Trafalgar trip. was a WONDERFUL tour guide. Very knowledgeable and personable. worked very hard; it was much appreciated! It was a great tour!
A couple of things we noticed on this trip, that were different than previous Trafalgar trips . . . We prepaid our gratuities (as we always do). Usually, the tour guide talks about the ability to tip the guides and drivers, and thanks those who have already paid the gratuity. This didn't happen on this trip. We hope he received our prepaid gratuity! Also, on previous trips, it was noted if you had been a previous Trafalgar traveler. This did not happen on this trip. We are proud Trafalgar trip repeaters, which makes us some of your greatest advertisers.
One suggestion we had: For our farewell dinner, we went to a restaurant where we could order off the menu. There were 42 of us. It took probably two hours to get our food. It would be better to limit the menu to a couple of appetizers, salads, main entrees and desserts, to make the evening not as long.
Thanks again for a wonderful experience. We will be back to travel with Trafalgar again!
Eco toursNational parks
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge, Resort
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
San Jose, Tortuguero National Pa
San Jose, Tortuguero National Park, La Paz Waterfall, Liberia City
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Explore incredible worlds above and below the water through some of Central America's best on this 45-day adventure. Amble down the Yucatan Peninsula to the island paradise of Caye Caulker, then cut inland to the lush jungle around Tikal, cruise to the wide river Rio Dulce and end up among the clouds in Panajachel and Antigua. Continue to the relaxing beach vibes of the Pacific Coast of El Salvador, spot colourful birds perched on the historic facades of Suchitoto and explore the historic cities of Leon and Granada in Nicaragua. Stand in the shadow of mighty Arenal Volcano and spot sloths among the canopy of Monteverde, then admire the towns and steamy jungles of Costa Rice and Panama, stopping off at the stunning islands of Bocas del Toro. With plenty of moments to meet the locals and try the region’s varied cuisines, you can’t go wrong on this carefree Central American journey.
WildlifeCity sightseeing
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Hut, Lodge
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Panama City, Playa Del Carmen, R
Panama City, Playa Del Carmen, Rio Dulce, Antigua, San Jorge La Laguna, Panajachel, Copan, Suchitoto, Tulum, El Cuco, Leon, Granada, Ometepe Island, Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve, La Fortuna, San Jose, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Isla Colon, Bocas Del Toro, Boquete, Caye Caulker, Santa Catalina, San Ignacio, Tikal
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With its compact size, exotic environment, unspoiled beaches, romantic culture, and wild natural landscapes, Costa Rica is the perfect destination to explore by car on a self-drive trip. This is the perfect opportunity to explore on your own with just the right amount of planned activities and free time.
From San José to Manuel Antonio, drive and enjoy the most picturesque areas of the country. Visit the famous canals of Tortuguero and the beautiful beaches of the South Caribbean. Drive to the majestic Arenal Volcano, towering above the picturesque village of La Fortuna. Visit the world-famous Monteverde Cloud Forest and enjoy an included day pass of adventure activities to explore with. Finally, discover the beautiful beaches of Manuel Antonio and include a visit to the lush Manuel Antonio National Park, considered one of the most beautiful in the world thanks to the rich biodiversity of its jungle and sea coast.
Beach
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Eco Lodge, Hotel, Lodge, Resort
Age Range
18-79 yrs
Operated in
English
Destinations
San Jose, Manuel Antonio Nationa
San Jose, Manuel Antonio National Park, Tortuguero National Park, Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve, Arenal Volcano, Cahuita National Park, Arenal Volcano National Park
Get ready for a 27-day adventure through Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica and Panama. From oceans teeming with marine life to tropical forests alive with jungle melodies, this pocket of Central America is truly a natural paradise. You’ll explore the intricately carved structures at Copan, the cloud forests of Monteverde and spend three nights in the island paradise of Bocas del Toro. Sample varied cuisines along the way during cooking lessons with locals, giving you a real insight into the heart and soul of Central America.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Hut
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Panama City, San Jose, Antigua
Panama City, San Jose, Antigua, Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Cahuita National Park, Ometepe Island, La Fortuna, Copan, Isla Colon, Bocas Del Toro, Boquete, Santa Catalina, Suchitoto, El Cuco, Leon, Granada
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On this immensely popular 10-day vacation package, you’ll have the opportunity to visit the highlands of Costa Rica including tropical jungles, cloud forests, and even a visit to one of the most active volcanoes in the world, Arenal.
Head from San Jose to the Osa Peninsula, a destination popular with eco-tourists due to its biodiversity and stunning beauty. There are a variety of exciting activities and excursions to do on the Osa Peninsula and it is a perfect place for all kinds of water sports such as swimming, diving,, and snorkeling in crystal clear Pacific waters.
Start in Corcovado National Park where you can enjoy a full-day tour experiencing vibrant flora and fauna unseen in other parts of the world. There are even a few endangered jaguars in the park! Then stay on Cano Island before heading to the famed Arenal Volcano. Here, visit the hot springs and then choose one of three exciting excursions. After Arenal, enjoy some adventure activities and a few nights in the lush Monteverde cloud forest.
This is an excellent itinerary for anyone who appreciates the generosity and beauty of nature. Book now!
Nature and bush walks
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Eco Lodge, Hotel, Lodge, Resort
Age Range
18-79 yrs
Operated in
english, spanish
Destinations
San Jose, Arenal Volcano, Corcov
San Jose, Arenal Volcano, Corcovado National Park, Arenal Volcano National Park, Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve
Embark on thrilling adventure through Costa Rica’s rainforests, volcanoes and beaches, where wildlife waits around every corner. This nine-day Premium journey will see you uncover the local secrets of San Jose, explore the wild wetlands of Cano Negro, witness the biodiversity of Monteverde and search for sloths in Manuel Antonio. A local leader will take you beneath Costa Rica’s lush surface and show you the country at its very best. Costa Rica’s natural wonders have etched it a place on the map, but you’ll soon discover its cherished traditions and welcoming people are every bit as endearing.
Rainforest and jungle visits
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
San Jose, La Fortuna, Monteverde
San Jose, La Fortuna, Monteverde, Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve, Manuel Antonio National Park
Discover the country that encapsulates ‘pura vida’ (the simple life), on this 10-day exploration of Costa Rica. This laidback paradise, where even the sloths are taking things slow, offers so much to see and do and is perfect for all nature lovers. After soaking up the culture in San Jose, you’ll hit the national parks of Arenal Volcano and Manuel Antonio in search of unspoilt rainforests, waterfalls, scenic views and chill beaches. Search for unique wildlife and soak up loads of free time to choose your own adventure, whether that’s hiking volcanos, soaking in hot springs or searching for local wildlife like howler monkeys, butterflies and caimans. See the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, visit an organic family-owned farm producing some of the best coffee in the world and learn from a local naturalist guide on a hike through lush landscapes.
BeachTrekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Dive into Central America on this 48-day adventure, bookended by two chaotic capitals and filled with fun, adventure and culture. Journey through Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua and Costa Rica on an adventure through the tantalising highlights of the region. Get acquainted with Central American cultures, spectacular landscapes and fascinating histories as you explore the wealth of ancient ruins, spot the range of unusual wildlife and relax on idyllic Caribbean shores. This is one of our longest adventures through Central America – a trip that zig-zags from the top of the Yucatan peninsula to the highlands of Costa Rica.
WildlifeCustom private toue
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Hut, Lodge
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Mexico City, San Jose, Palenque
Mexico City, San Jose, Palenque, Merida, Playa Del Carmen, Tulum, Caye Caulker, San Ignacio, Tikal, Rio Dulce, Antigua, San Jorge La Laguna, Panajachel, Puebla, Copan, Suchitoto, El Cuco, Leon, Granada, Ometepe Island, Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve, La Fortuna, Oaxaca, San Cristobal De Las Casas
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Enjoy the best of Costa Rica with this special multiday vacation package visiting San José, Poas Volcano National Park, La Paz Waterfalls Gardens, Arenal Volcano & Hanging Bridges, Baldi Hot Springs, Tortuguero Park and Tortuga Island and its beautiful beaches. This includes a great mix of nature and adventure tours, high quality hotels, deluxe transportation services and professional tour guides.
In Poas Volcano, take a hike to the main crater and the trail to Laguna Botos, a beautiful lagoon formed in a former crater. Later on, explore the rainforest at amazing La Paz Waterfalls (a Wildlife Refuge Center)
In Arenal Volcano and La Fortuna Town, explore the rainforest at Mistico Park and a walk to the hanging bridges. In the afternoon, visit the unique Baldi Hot Springs, have a delicious buffet lunch and just relax in the multiple thermal pools.
Explore Tortuguero National Park with a professional naturalist tour guide and in a private transportation from San Jose. This unique tour will allow you to see lots of wildlife species along the canals and during the boat tour. A hike on the Tortuguero Hill and admire the beauty of this amazing region.
Located 12 nautical miles from Puntarenas, Tortuga Island (called "Tolinga" by the natives) is a sanctuary of white sand beaches and turquoise waters that houses marine birds, flora and fauna, typical of Costa Rican Central Pacific area.
This flash tour is the perfect option for all those with limited time in Costa Rica.
Enjoy the best of Costa Rica with this special multiday vacation package visiting San José, Arenal Volcano & la Fortuna Waterfall and Manuel Antonio National Park. This includes a great mix of nature and adventure tours, high quality hotels, deluxe transportation services and professional tour guides.
Hike to the base of La Fortuna waterfall and swim in the cristal water river. Later, get relax at the world´s class Hot Springs complex of Baldi Hot Springs Hotel and taste a delicious buffet lunch.
Customize the trip with your preferred tour in Arenal Volcano from a vast list of options we provide.
Enjoy the beautiful drive from Arenal Volcano to the Central Pacific coast till arrival to Manuel Antonio. A time to relax at the Costa Verde Hotel and enjoy the beach and night life of Manuel Antonio as much as possible.
Discover the incredible biodiversity of Costa Rica – and the culture shaped by the tropical wilderness – with your loved ones, on a trip that’s tailored for families. Pick produce and make dinner with a local family during an agricultural homestay, look for three-toed sloths in the thickets of the Manuel Antonio National Park and walk through the canopy of Monteverde’s cloud forest on a suspended bridge. Take a break from active adventure by soaking in springs heated by Arenal Volcano and lying beneath swaying palms on pristine beaches while the kids play nearby. This adventure takes you into the wild heart of a country many visit but few truly know.
Wildlife
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Home-stay
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
San Jose, Santa Rosa De Pocosol
San Jose, Santa Rosa De Pocosol, Arenal, Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve, Manuel Antonio National Park
Costa Rica is a paradise for adventure lovers. In this trip you will get the opportunity to discover the volcanic terrain and rainforest of this Central American gem.
This seven-days of adventure and nature tour is packed with thrilling adventure activities, such as whitewater rafting, volcano hiking, horseback riding, hot spring bathing, and zip-lining. There are many chances to see wildlife on the hike and, of course, experience the volcano activity first hand.
This is an ideal trip package for young couples, groups of friends, adventure lovers, and active families traveling with teenagers.
See the itinerary section for more details.
RaftingTrekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Independent TourTypically a private tour undertaken by one or two travelers
Amazing trip! Was able to see so much in quite a short period of time. Face paced travel but was a good amount of time at each location. Our CEO Adrian Ramirez was an absolute legend, super insightful and made sure every leg of the trip ran smoothly. 10/10
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Hostel, Home-stay, Guest House, Resort
Age Range
18-39 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
San Jose, Antigua, Isla Ometepe
San Jose, Antigua, Isla Ometepe, Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve, La Fortuna, Copan, Roatan, Granada
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Enjoy the best of Costa Rica with this special multi day vacation package and cover both San José and Arenal are. Hike to La Fortuna Waterfall on the second day of this trip and swim in its the crystal-clear pool water. Stay overnight in La Fortuna town and enjoy magnificent view of the volcano from your hotel.
Select your preferred tours on the third and the fourth day. This allows you to be part of the itinerary and explore your hobbies and interests. The choices that are available range from hiking and kayaking to coffee and chocolate tours.
The journey comes to an end in San Jose, where we will drop you off at the airport.