Highlights of Costa Rica

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4.5 Based on 2 Reviews
  • duration 8 days
  • tour type Small group Request as private
  • age requirement 16-95 yrs
  • max group size 16
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Tour Code BM-19017
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in English
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  • Starts San Jose, Costa Rica
  • Ends San Jose, Costa Rica
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HIGHLIGHTS Download trip notes
  • Discover Costa Rica's incredible nature and wildlife
  • Explore unspoilt tropical rainforest and look down into volcanic craters
  • Search for birdlife in the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
The "Highlights Of Costa Rica" trip starts from and ends in San Jose. It is an active and outdoor trip that takes 8 days taking you through La Fortuna, Manuel Antonio National Park and San Jose in Costa Rica. "Highlights Of Costa Rica" is a guided small group trip that includes accommodation in hotels, transport, meals and others.

A perfect week's getaway for travellers in search of Costa Rica's natural beauty. From brightly coloured toucans to slow-moving sloths, the tropical forests of this tiny country teem with life. Volcanoes loom over wild rivers, and white-sand beaches nestle beneath a vivid green background, providing a wealth of rich and varied ecosystems for the wildlife lover.



Monteverde - Explore the forest trails of this cloud forest reserve, a biodiverse paradise for nature enthusiasts



Adventure - Whitewater raft, fly through the canopy on a zip wire or hike on volcanoes



Manuel Antonio - Share the stunning white-sand beaches of this national park with sun-bathing iguanas and capuchin monkeys
ITINERARY Expand All
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  • Day 1 : Join trip in San Jose
  • Day 2 : Visit the Poas Volcano; try out traditional oxcart painting
  • Day 3 : Wildlife float trip on the Penas Blancas river; free afternoon with options including a waterfall hike
  • Day 4 : Drive to Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve; night walk through the forest
  • Day 5 : Free morning in Monteverde; drive to Manuel Antonio National Park
  • Day 6 : Explore Manuel Antonio's wildlife and beaches
  • Day 7 : Free morning in Manuel Antonio National Park; return by vehicle to San Jose
  • Day 8 : Trip ends in San Jose
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Meals
  • 7 Breakfasts
Accommodation
  • Autentico Hotel (2 nights)
  • Hotel San Bosco Inn (2 nights)
  • Hotel Heliconia (1 night)
  • Best Western Hotel Kamuk (2 nights)
Transport
  • Bus
Guide
  • Explore Tour Leader
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Any international flights to/from San Jose are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
  • Travel insurance is not included in this Highlights of Costa Rica tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. World Nomads' travel insurance has been designed by travelers for travelers.
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
4.5 - Excellent
Based on 2 reviews
  • Anonymous
  • From USA
  • On Oct 16 2023
4 - Very Good
The Tour Was Great!
The tour was very good. Even though we went during the rainy season, they worked with the situation every day it rained. If you come prepared, it should not be a problem. And by coming prepared, that means bring a poncho,... Read more
  • Karen
  • On Apr 01 2020
5 - Excellent
Excellent
Amazing country made all the better for visiting by an excellent guide.
REQUEST A PRIVATE, CUSTOMIZABLE DEPARTURE By design, this is a group tour. You can however request a private, customized version of this tour for yourself or your private group of people. Private departures are usually more expensive, but come with these benefits:
  • Personal Itinerary can be tweaked and customized.
  • Protected Travel within your own bubble.
  • Professional Access our Travel Specialists' insider knowledge.
  • Privacy Enjoy a tour focused solely on you or your travel group.
Request a private and/or personalized departure To design a private tour, we'll ask you some more information in the following steps.
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GOOD TO KNOW Download trip notes
CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Highlights of Costa Rica tour. You can cancel the tour up to 63 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 62 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 30 May 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 30 May 2024, a deposit of 10% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 62 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Highlights of Costa Rica tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this Highlights of Costa Rica tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

For Solo Travelers

A twin share room may not always be available for solo travelers as it depends on the final number of people on the tour. If you have picked twin share room while booking, and that option is not available, we will get back to you after booking. A single room might then be available against an additional fee.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

  • The average size of this tour is just 12 people.
  • Rigorous hygiene safety measures will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues.
  • All travellers 18 years and older will be required to be either fully vaccinated atleast 14 days prior to departure or have taken a negative test (rapid antigen or PCR)  within 72 hours of departure.
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