Costa Rica Hiking Trips

from $7,500

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Costa Rica Unbound

Golfito to Quepos - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Kontiki Wayra

Starts / Ends

Golfito / Quepos

Activities

Scuba Diving

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day luxury cruise aboard M/Y Kontiki Wayra, exploring Costa Rica's breathtaking Pacific coast. Sail through Golfito, Los Mogos, Punta Adela, Caño Island, Puerto Jiménez, and Corcovado National Park before arriving at Quepos. Experience stunning landscapes, vibrant marine life, pristine beaches, and gourmet dining aboard this exquisite yacht.

• Visit a private beach in Los Mogos
• Spot wide variety of wildlife
• See coral reefs in Puerto Jimenez
• Take a thrilling whitewater rafting
• Enjoy snorkeling in Biesanz Beach

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from $4,536

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Exploring Costa Rica: Guanacaste, Santa Rosa and Rincon de la Vieja

6 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest

Starts / Ends

San Jose / San Jose

Activity Level

Variable

Discover the treasures of one of Costa Rica’s richest regions, Guanacaste, on a 6-day voyage aboard National Geographic Quest. As you venture from uninhabited isles to wildlife-rich jungles and friendly surf towns, bask in the “pura vida” that infuses this ecologically rich country.

• Navigate Costa Rica’s Guanacaste
• Discover diverse tropical ecosystem
• Enjoy Isla Tortuga’s beaches
• Explore volcanic landscapes

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from $5,178

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El Camino Tropical Trail: Caribbean to Pacific

11 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Hotel Pacuare / Quepos

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits, Camping, Homestays

Activity Level

Challenging

Join this 11-day hike along El Camino de Costa Rica, from the Caribbean Sea to the Pacific Ocean. Trek through jungle trails and steep mountains, engage with indigenous communities and local wildlife, navigate river crossings, and relax in thermal springs. This trip uniquely highlights Costa Rica's diverse landscapes and rich cultural experiences.

• Hike through forests and mountains
• Explore Pacuare Reserve
• Spot diverse wildlife
• Enjoy authentic local cuisine

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from $4,200

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Pura Vida Express

Golfito to Drake Bay - 5 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Kontiki Wayra

Starts / Ends

Golfito / Drake Bay

Activities

Whitewater Rafting, Snorkeling

Activity Level

Variable

Discover the stunning Pacific coast of Costa Rica with a 5-day luxury cruise onboard M/Y Kontiki Wayra. Sail through Golfito, Los Mogos, Puerto Jiménez, Punta Adela, and Corcovado National Park. Experience the breathtaking scenery, abundant marine life, and pristine beaches.

• Visit a private beach in Los Mogos
• See coral reefs in Puerto Jimenez
• Enjoy water activities
• Spot wide variety of wildlife

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from $2,877

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Discover Costa Rica

Multisport Adventure Tour - 9 Day Itinerary

Activities

Biking

Activity Level

Easy Active

This thrilling 9-day Costa Rica multisport adventure tour takes you whitewater rafting on the Pacuare River, biking through tropical plantations, hiking the cloud forest at the Savegre Reserve, zip-lining through the canopy at Hacienda Baru, snorkeling & kayaking in Ballena National Park, and strolling along the beaches of the Pacific coastline.

• Raft Class III-IV rapids
• Bike through an agricultural center
• Sample local foods from the field
• Kayak to Ballena Island

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from $2,292

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Costa Rica Highlights

6 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Arenal / Liberia

Activities

Spa Relaxation

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore western Costa Rica's highlights during this 6-day vacation. Glide through the Arenal Rainforest Reserve on the Skytram and Skytrek Tour. Experience Rincon de la Vieja with the Adventure Pass at Hacienda Guachipelin, then unwind at Playa Panamá. Explore Tamarindo's marine wonders with a kayaking and snorkeling tour.

• Skytram and Skytrek Tour
• Navigate class III rapids tubing
• Relax on the beaches of Costa Rica
• Riding at Hacienda Guachipelin

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from $2,678

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Costa Rica Multisport

9 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Challenging

On this active 9-day Costa Rica vacation you'll explore the rainforest by raft, hike, zip-line, and kayak - from Los Cusingos Biological Reserve to the summit of Chirripo Peak and down to the coastal beaches of Ballena National Marine Park & Terraba Sierpe Mangrove Swamps.

• Raft the Pacuare River
• Hike through the cloudforest
• Zip line through the rainforest
• Kayak and snorkel around Ballena

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from $2,425

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Turtles & Rainforest Pacuare Reserve

Pacuare - 8 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

San Jose / San Jose

Activities

Volunteering

Activity Level

Easy Active

This 8-day eco-tour of Costa Rica combines nature and adventure as we join biologists to study giant leatherback sea turtles for two nights at Pacuare Nature Reserve. Then we head to Selva Bananito Lodge for a rainforest trip and finish with a whitewater rafting adventure on the raging rapids of the Pacuare River.

• Assist biologists on turtle rounds
• Learn about rainforest ecology
• Ride horseback through family farms
• Raft down the Pacuare River

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from $2,149

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Wild Costa Rica Corcovado

8 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

San Jose / San Jose

Activity Level

Moderate

Experience an 8-day Costa Rica vacation package that immerses you in the natural wonders of Central America. After a two-day whitewater rafting trip on the Pacuare River, explore the Osa Peninsula and Corcovado National Park, where you can go horseback riding, hiking, kayaking, surfing, snorkeling, whale watching, or take a rainforest canopy tour.

• Whitewater raft the Pacuare River
• Search for scarlet macaws
• Camp on sandy beaches
• Hike along paths in Corcovado

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from $1,908

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Beaches & Rainforest

8 Day Itinerary

Activities

Fishing

Activity Level

Easy Active

This 8-day Costa Rica tour explores the Caribbean coast, Cahuita National Park, & the Pacuare River. Whitewater rafting, hiking, climbing, and snorkeling will highlight your experience in the lush tropical rainforest, wild rivers, jungle lodges, and beautiful beaches of Costa Rica.

• Climb a giant kapok tree
• Raft the Pacuare River
• Snorkel a large coral reef system
• Hike through the rainforest

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from $131

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Lankester Garden and Irazu Volcano

1 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Easy Active

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from $77

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Manuel Antonio National Park Hike

½ Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Easy Active

The 1-day Manuel Antonio National Park hiking tour is a great way to explore the famed attraction in Costa Rica. Spend time hiking through the rainforest, spotting sloths, birds, reptiles, and orchids on a 2 mile hike. Enjoy a relaxing break on the secluded white sand beach within the park.

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from $3,907

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Corcovado Trekking

9 Day Itinerary

Activities

Wilderness Lodge Exploration

Activity Level

Moderate

Explore Costa Rica's remote Corcovado National Park on this 9-day active hiking tour. Spend two days on the whitewater of the Pacuare River and hike in the jungle of Corcovado. One of the most biodiverse regions on the planet, you will spot countless birds, reptiles, and other rainforest wildlife. An active Costa Rica trip for the avid explorer.

• Spend two days rafting the Pacuare
• Camp on the remote beaches
• Hike trails in search of wildlife
• Hike, snorkel, kayak or whale watch

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from $2,965

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Costa Rica Family Vacation

9 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Easy Active

Enjoy this 9-day guided Costa Rica adventure tour from San Jose to Arenal Volcano, Monteverde cloud forest, the rainforests of Manuel Antonio National Park, and whitewater of the Savegre River. Experience rivers, rainforests, cloud forests, and volcanoes as you hike, raft, zip-line, and view wildlife in this tropical paradise.

• Hike near Arenal Volcano
• Zip-line through the cloud forest
• Raft the Rio Savegre
• Explore Manuel Antonio's beaches

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from $6,500

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Costa Rica's Pure Life Adventure Cruise

Liberia Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Voyager

Starts / Ends

Liberia / Liberia

Activities

Hiking, Kayaking, Rainforest Exploration, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Small Ship Sailing, Adventure Options, Whale Watching, Wine Tasting

Activity Level

Variable

Sail Costa Rica’s wild Pacific coast on this 8-day roundtrip cruise from Liberia aboard Safari Voyager. Hike remote trails in Murciélago Bay, explore the wildlife-rich Curú Wildlife Refuge, and paddle through the tropical fjord of Golfo Dulce. Enjoy expert-led kayaking, snorkeling, and scenic hikes.

• Hike Murciélago Bay trails
• Snorkel Isla Tortuga reefs
• Paddle Curú mangrove waterways
• Spot monkeys in Osa

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from $3,787

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Caribbean Adventure

Tranquilo Bay - 9 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Easy Active

Experience the Caribbean from Costa Rica to Panama on this 9-day land-based adventure tour. Whitewater rafting and rainforest exploration along Costa Rica's Pacuare River combine with relaxation amidst the turquoise waters of Panama. Climb into the rainforest canopy, bask in the sunshine of Bocas del Toro, and snorkel & dive among the Caribbean reefs!

• Raft down the Pacuare River
• Hike into the jungle for a swim
• Marvel at the Panama Canal
• Snorkel, kayak, hike, or relax

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from $7,461

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Costa Rica and the Panama Canal

Eastbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest

Activities

Land & Sea Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Discover Costa Rica & Panama on this wonderful 8-day expedition cruise aboard the National Geographic Quest. Venture into remote wilderness and hike among monkeys, sloths, and tropical birds, explore idyllic islands, snorkel over a vibrant coral reef, and take an expedition landing craft cruise through mangroves.

• Observe animals in their habitat
• Kayak through magical mangroves
• Transit the historical Panama Canal
• Explore Gulf of Panama beaches

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from $2,589

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Costa Rica's Mountains and Beaches

8 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Hotel Arenal Manoa / Liberia

Activities

Ziplining, Horseback Riding

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore Costa Rica's beaches and mountains on this active 8-day vacation. Hike Arenal Volcano, explore Monteverde’s cloud forests, soar through the rainforest canopy on a zipline, and relax in Rio Celeste’s turquoise waters. From La Fortuna to Tamarindo, enjoy the best of nature, adventure, and beaches with stays at top hotels.

• Hike Arenal Volcano’s trails
• Relax in EcoTermales hot springs
• Watch for unique bird life
• Enjoy views from Sky Tram
• Tubing adventure in Rio Celeste
• Discover Costa Rica’s flora and fau

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