Costa Rica Highlights - Small Group Escorted Tour

✓  11-day Group Tour of Costa Rica
✓  No of Departures: 7
✓  Max Group Size: 16
✓  From £1,999 per person

Costa Rica has it all – lush rainforests brimming with wildlife, picture-perfect volcanoes, sandy beaches and friendly locals enjoying their relaxed pace of life. Costa Rica is a true paradise for bird enthusiasts and animal lovers, and with so many species relying on their habitats staying intact, Costa Rica has become a leading country in ecotourism and responsible travel, working hard – and with great success – to offset the challenges that can come from increased tourism. 

Our Costa Rica Highlights escorted small group tour will take you to some of the country’s highlights, showcasing its National Parks, varied ecosystems and abundant wildlife. Explore the waterways of Tortuguero, enjoy an overnight rainforest stay and marvel at the Arenal Volcano, a picture-perfect symmetrical peak that dominates the surrounding landscape. End your tour at the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, where you can discover its diverse flora and fauna, and lucky visitors may be able to spot the renowned Resplendent Quetzal. Our Costa Rica Highlights small escorted group tour truly is a Pura Vida experience!

Ready to book your group tour? Simply complete the enquiry form to get in touch or, call our Travel Specialists on 0203 859 9225.

Quick Itinerary

Day 1 - San Jose
Day 2 - San Jose to Tortuguero
Day 3 - Tortuguero
Day 4 - Tortuguero to Sarapiqui
Day 5 - Sarapiqui to Arenal
Day 6 - Arenal - Make your day individual
Day 7 - Arenal 
Day 8 - Arenal to Monteverde
Day 9 - Monteverde
Day 10 - Monteverde to San Jose
Day 11 - Depart San Jose

Inclusions

11-day Tour of Costa Rica |  Max Group Size: 16  |  Price from £1,999 per person

Day 1 – San Jose

On arrival in San Jose, you will be transferred to your hotel for your first night in Costa Rica. 

Hotel Radisson or similar – Meals: Breakfast

Day 2 – San Jose to Tortuguero

It’s an early start for the journey to Tortuguero National Park, a unique eco-system of canals and rainforests rich in flora and fauna. The boat journey to your lodge is an adventure in itself, and your first chance to spot wildlife. In the afternoon, you will have the chance to visit Tortuguero village and meet the locals living here..

Pachira Lodge or similar – Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3 – Tortuguero 

Take a boat tour through the canals and enjoy the exuberance of the tropical rainforest. In the afternoon you can explore by kayak or take a walk through the many naturalist trails of your lodge.

Pachira Lodge or similar – Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4 – Tortuguero to Sarapiqui

Travel to Sarapiqui, home to several nature reserves and some of the country’s best ecotourism experiences. Explore nature trails from your lodge or simply relax and enjoy the sounds of the surrounding rainforest.

Sarapiqui Rainforest Lodge or similar – Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 5 – Sarapiqui to Arenal

Travel to Arenal, renowned for one of the country’s most iconic natural sights. Arenal Volcano has a beautiful conical shape and although currently dormant, it is still a major highlight of any Costa Rica holiday. Enjoy stunning views of its perfectly symmetrical cone from the comfort of your hotel!

Volcano Lodge or similar – Meals: Breakfast 

Day 6 – Arenal - Make your day individual

Enjoy a day at leisure to explore the surroundings at your own pace, or relax in the natural volcanic hot springs at your hotel. Later on, gain a further insight into Costa Rican nature on a night walk to discover some of the country's nocturnal wonders, followed by a delicious typical dinner will be prepared on a wood-burning stove.

Volcano Lodge or similar – Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Day 7 – Arenal

On this day, you'll have the opportunity to choose one of these three activities, to experience this incredible place in just the way you want.

Natural World Experience - Arenal Volcano Park

Arenal Volcano National Park is undoubtedly one of the most visited in Costa Rica. Today you will walk along some of its numerous trails to come as close as possible to the volcano, a true wonder of the natural world!

Wildlife Experience - Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges

Located at 600 metres above sea level, this park is 250 hectares of mature forest and a haven of biodiversity. The treetops here provide the perfect environment for a high diversity of birds, mammals, butterflies and more. Spot the incredible wildlife from the top whilst you walk along the park’s hanging bridges.

Cultural Experience - Coffee & Chocolate Tour 

Gain an insight into one of Costa Rica's biggest exports and learn about the cultivation and coffee making processes from bean to cup, as well the drink's importance in the country's economy. You will also learn about chocolate production and harvesting, as well as sampling the popular sweet treat! 

Volcano Lodge or similar – Meals: Breakfast

Day 8 – Arenal to Monteverde

Today you will travel overland to Monteverde. Situated at 1440 metres above sea level, Monteverde is known for its cloud-shrouded forests which provide an ideal environment for plentiful wildlife to thrive.

Heliconia Hotel or similar – Meals: Breakfast

Day 9 – Monteverde

Take a guided tour into the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve and explore the unique ecosystem whist trying to spot some of the area’s hundreds of species of birds, including the elusive quetzal.

Heliconia Hotel or similar – Meals: Breakfast

Day 10 – Monteverde to San Jose

Take the scenic overland transfer back to the capital for one last night in Costa Rica before heading back home. Or, why not consider extending your holiday with one of our suggested extensions? Call our Travel Specialists to find out more about them.

Hotel Radisson or similar – Meals: Breakfast

Day 11 – Depart San Jose

Today you will be transferred to the international airport for your onward travel arrangements.

Ready to book your group tour? Simply complete the enquiry form to get in touch or, call our Travel Specialists on 0203 859 9225.