Highlights
Head deep into the Esquinas rainforest to stay in our much-loved lodge
Take a guided boat ride through the wildlife-rich waterways of Tortuguero
Swim under the beautiful spout of La Fortuna waterfall
Experience the cloud forest with a walk around Santa Elena
Search for monkeys in Manuel Antonio National Park
Visit the Copey Valley and enjoy snacks made by a local family
Visit the Copey Valley and enjoy snacks made by a local family
Itinerary
Costa Rica’s wild heart is yours to explore on this 15-day "Discover Costa Rica" wildlife tour, meticulously crafted for seniors seeking adventure with comfort. Traverse lush rainforests, relax on both Caribbean and Pacific shores, and spot captivating wildlife—from sloths and howler monkeys to green turtles and toucans—with the help of expert guides. The itinerary includes San Jose, Tortuguero National Park, La Fortuna, and more, balancing active exploration with moments of relaxation. The tour’s unique feature: access to some of the world’s richest biodiversity, all while traveling in a well-supported, small-group setting, ensuring a seamless and unforgettable nature getaway.
day 1Adventure begins in San José
Begin your adventure in San José, the culture-rich capital of Costa Rica. A complimentary transfer from the airport to the hotel is available. Check in and take it easy, there’s plenty of excitement on this trip, so today’s all about relaxing and easing ourselves into the adventure.
Around 7.30pm, say hola to your tour leader and fellow travellers when we gather as a group for a short briefing. Our main briefing takes place tomorrow afternoon in Tortuguero due to the late arrival of some flights today.
Want to explore San Jose further? Secure pre-tour hotel nights through your sales representative.
day 2To Tortuguero National Park
day 3See the Tortuguero wildlife at their most active on a boat tour
day 4To La Fortuna, near Arenal Volcano
day 5Hike through secondary rainforest • Visit La Fortuna waterfall
day 6To Monteverde in the Tilaran Mountains • Free time to relax or enjoy optional activities
day 7Guided hike through the misty clouds of Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve
day 8To Manuel Antonio
day 9Discover the monkeys and beaches of Manuel Antonio National Park
day 10To Esquinas Lodge in Piedras Blancas • Search for the local wildlife
day 11Hike rainforest trails in Esquinas Rainforest Nature Reserve
day 12To Savegre Valley cloud forest • Search for the notoriously shy quetzal birds
day 13Free day to explore Savegre Valley
day 14Experience the agricultural lifestyle of the Copey valley • Lunch with a local family • To San José
day 15Adventure ends in San José
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Customer Reviews
Calling all birders and wildlife enthusiasts!
As an Exodus employee, this was my first Exodus trip and a fantastic way to experience Costa Rica firsthand. Our leader, Johnny, was outstanding throughout, and the combination of incredible wildlife, beautiful scenery and a welcoming group atmosphere made it a memorable experience. A great trip for solo travellers and groups of friends alike.
Magical wildlife holiday
This was my first Exodus trip and it was a wonderful two weeks exploring Costa Rica with a small group of 7, our fantastic guide Guillermo and excellent driver Carlos. Two nights in each location, very different landscapes. We saw a huge number of creatures and an amazing 174 species of birds. Great hotels and excellent airport pick up in San Jose. This holiday was fabulous!
Discovery Costa Rica
overall very good. Itinerary was good and varied - couple of places I would certainly not return to but a couple that were spectacular and I would happily go back to.
Absolutely amazing, best one I have been on yet!
I did this trip in September 2025 and this is by far the best one I have done so far. This trip shows you how diverse the country is with its different ecosystems and wildlife. From the Caribbean coast over to the Pacific. Everywhere you look there is an abundance of wildlife from the colourful birds and larger mammals/primates right down to the tiny frogs and leaf cutter ants.
The Most Incredible Adventure Ever
As an Exodus Employee, spending two weeks in Costa Rica getting to explore the country's most beautiful and diverse sites was one of the most incredible adventures I have been on. The fact that all places are so unique and diverse from one another and getting to see incredible wildlife throughout the trip was fantastic.
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