Costa Rica Tours in February 2026

Cycle Costa Rica was exceptional, from our guide Carlos, our driver Darwing and to the amazing people joining us as we explored CR by bike. The accommodation was mixed which our guide prepared us for, all included WIFI, and breakfast in the main was good, invariably we were in bed early (following early starts and cycling) and the beds were comfy. I did struggle with cold water only at one hotel and no hair dryer at a couple hence 4/5 for accommodation. Plenty of wildlife and photo opportunities, we enjoyed the nighttime guided walk and early morning river /canal cruise. Husband did high bridges and zip wire, we both enjoyed hot springs and mud baths. We experienced local dancing and musicians, the people were friendly, helpful and seemed to be smiling all of the time. I am not an expert cyclist so I found it tough initially, Carlos and the group were helpful and kind as I got to grips with it. I had to be rescued (and continued by bus) by Darwing on one ride as I found the wind too difficult - I was being pushed sideways on a busy road and couldn’t manage the steeper gradient as a consequence. I think the wind (upto 47mph) made the cycling (for my small 52kg frame) difficult (not moderate) on 2 of the days but this was part of the adventure and did not impact my enjoyment. Overall an adventure of a lifetime, exceptional guide (Carlos) and driver (Darwing) and we made some good friends. Would not hesitate to recommend the holiday or to join Explore again for future trips

A wonderful tour and intro to Costa Rica. Guide (Carlos) was knowledgeable and passionate about his country, its ecology, its flora and fauna, its culture. Very attentive and upbeat. Itinerary was fairly busy and we covered varied regions of the country. Awesome natural beauty. Birdlife, monkeys, sloths, crocs, iguanas & lizards, aguiti, deer, Macaws, Toucan, an otter, frogs, spiders / tarantulas, snakes … bring binoculars. Cycling was moderately difficult at times. Around Miravalles the wind conditions became too difficult for me, but having support vehicle there was great. Guide allowed for more competent riders to continue. Cultural highlights included Costa Rican music and dancer - genuine. Hot spring baths and mud bath were a special pleasure. Our support driver (Darwin) was modest but ever-attentive, and an excellent driver. The itinerary mandates a bit of shuttle bus transport time. It’s a little cramped but tolerable for the distances covered. Hotels ranged from excellent (Tortuguero Beach, Hacienda La Pacifica / Cañas) to ‘just tolerable for a night’ (Hotel Guadalupe / Tilarán). Most quite pleasant, if quirky. Highly recommended.

The tour was for 2 weeks. We found it to be extremely well organised and Tayron, our guide, was so knowledgeable about every bit of flora and fauna we came across. He was also extremely well mannered, polite and helpful. Nothing was too much trouble for him and he organised the extra activities which were not pre organised with great efficiency. He kept us informed and up to date with the itinerary. His commentary on the journey's from place to place were always interesting and informative.

An excellent trip due to the combination of a wonderful country, well geared up for tourists that was clean, tidy and a pleasure to visit, along with a varied itinerary in terms of the areas visited, wonderful birdlife, beautiful scenery, an excellent guide and a great group. The holiday had a pleasing balance of organised activities and free time which was often spent exploring the grounds of hotels and lodges for fabulous birds. Food and accommodation were both highlights of the tour - along with Toucans, Sloths and the Scarlet Macaws!

His was an excellent leader, not only with his knowledge but also constantly keeping an eye on all the members of the group. He developed a happy group spirit. St meals he was always closely monitoring the group and assisting immediately when a member was trying to ask for something.

I just left this on google reviews: This tour exceeded all expectations! Our guide went above and beyond to ensure we had as many adventures as possible, making every moment truly special. The small group size (just five of us) made the experience even better—we felt comfortable, well taken care of, and able to personalize our trip. Some of the highlights included exploring Monteverde’s stunning cloud forest, a wildlife river cruise where we spotted incredible species, and relaxing on the white-sand beaches of Manuel Antonio alongside iguanas and capuchin monkeys. We also enjoyed zip-lining, hanging bridges, and a visit to a sloth reserve. My personal favorite was horseback riding on the beach—an optional activity I did on my own, but one I highly recommend. The photos from this trip are absolutely amazing! Even the nighttime walk, which wasn’t my favorite activity, turned into a hilarious and memorable experience. I laughed so much that it ended up being fun, even though we didn’t see much (except in the parking lot!). Overall, this trip was an incredible mix of adventure, nature, and fun. If you’re looking for an unforgettable way to experience Costa Rica, this is it. Highly recommend! If you’re lucky enough to get Diago as a guide, you will have an experience you’ll never forget. Diago deserves a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review direct to explore worldwide!! He went way above and beyond. He took us to amazing restaurants and was our personal photographer. I’ll never forget this trip! I went solo and met the group there and I felt safe with our guide and group. Well done explore worldwide. Where can I go next….