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Discover Costa Rica's captivating rainforest on our 21 carefully crafted rainforest exploration tours for 2025 and 2026. From the lush forests of the country's Central Valley to the coastal jungles, our rainforest exploration tours offer a journey that seamlessly blends natural beauty, exploration, and wildlife viewing. During 5 to 11 days, you will explore Costa Rica's rainforest, one of the most biodiverse areas in the world, starting at $457. Enjoy a magnificent journey that will give you lifelong memories by contacting one of Adventure Life's tour specialists.
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Crossing a stream on Osa Peninsula
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
Rainforest Exploration, Kayaking, Hiking, 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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Discover stunning waterfalls in the jungle
from $1,908
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Beaches & Rainforest

8 Day Itinerary
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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Arenal Volcano Inn is nestled at the foot of the Arenal volcano
from $2,357
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Adventure Pacifica

9 Day Itinerary
Activities
Local Market Visits
Activity Level
Easy Active
Enjoy a 9-day version of our classic Adventure Pacifica tour. Experience all that Costa Rica has to offer with opportunities to hike, raft, search for wildlife, zip-line and more. The tour includes visits to Arenal Volcano, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, the rainforest jungles of Manuel Antonio, and whitewater rafting on the Rio Savegre.
  • Hike near Arenal Volcano
  • Zip-line through cloud forest
  • Raft the Rio Savegre
  • Explore Manuel Antonio's beaches
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Kayaking at the Hatillo Mangroves
from $3,470
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Coast to Coast Multisport

10 Day Itinerary
Activities
Wilderness Lodge Exploration
Activity Level
Moderate
Explore Costa Rica from coast to coast on this active 10-day multisport vacation. From river rafting, snorkeling, kayaking, and canyoning to relaxation time, you'll enjoy the best that Costa Rica has to offer while staying in sustainable eco-lodges and reserves. Visit Cahuita National Park, La Tirimbina Reserve, the Pacuare River, & Arenal Volcano.
  • Plunge through the Pacuare's rapids
  • Rappel down waterfalls
  • Kayak off the Pacific coast
  • Hike lowland tropical forest
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Horses on pasture near Arenal Volcano
from $2,589
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Costa Rica's Mountains and Beaches

8 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Hotel Arenal Manoa / Liberia
Activities
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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Scarlet macaws perched in the rainforest
from $2,149
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Wild Costa Rica Corcovado

8 Day Itinerary
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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Coati
from $2,030
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Costa Rica Quest

8 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Easy Active
This exciting 8-day tour of Costa Rica takes you to Tortuguero National Park, rafting on the thrilling Sarapiqui River, and up the slopes of the active Arenal Volcano! You'll have opportunities to take a night hike in Tirimbina Biological Reserve and learn about the tropical wildlife that inhabits Costa Rica.
  • Observe nesting sea turtles
  • Hike in the rainforest at night
  • Raft the Sarapiqui River
  • Explore nearby Arenal Volcano
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Holding a baby sea turtle
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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Red-eyed tree frog on flower
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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Rafting in Costa Rica
from $2,170
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Pura Vida

6 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Easy Active
This 6-day Costa Rica trip takes you rafting on the beautiful and challenging Pacuare River, exploring the active Arenal Volcano and its amazing hot springs before ziplining through lush rainforest canopy at the famous rainforest tram. Contact us about customizing this action-packed Costa Rica adventure tour.
  • Raft down the Pacuare River
  • Find wildlife in the rain forest
  • Explore the Arenal Volcano area
  • Hike along the old lava flows
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from $2,031
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Turtles & Rainforest

Tortuguero - 8 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Easy Active
Enjoy Costa Rica's incredible wildlife with a tour of Tortuguero National Park and visit one of the most important nesting sites for the green sea turtle in the Western Hemisphere. Follow that with a rainforest retreat to Selva Bananito Reserve. Finish this Costa Rica vacation with an exciting whitewater adventure down the Pacuare River!
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Tortuga Island beach
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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View of Pacayitas
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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Beautiful beach of Corcovado National Park
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 / Bahia Drake
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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Bird watching in Costa Rica
from $13,113
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Costa Rica Escape

9 Day Itinerary
Activities
Helicopter Tours
Activity Level
Easy Active
This extraordinary 9-day luxury tour of Costa Rica takes you on a thrilling helicopter ride over Costa Rica's volcanoes, then to La Paz Waterfall, Arenal Volcano and hot springs, the rainforest canopy tram, and to Quepos and Manuel Antonio National Park, where you'll actively explore this rainforest paradise. This trip is like no other!
  • Helicopter over volcanoes
  • Watch the sun set over the Pacific
  • Raft the Sarapiqui River
  • Take a sunset bird watching cruise
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Costa Rica Toucan Bird
from $1,930
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Costa Rica to Panama

Puerto Caldera - Balboa - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
Starts / Ends
Puerto Caldera / Balboa
Activities
Ziplining
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard the Star Clipper, starting in Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica. Explore stunning beaches, vibrant marine parks, and rich history before concluding your adventure in Balboa, Panama.
  • Explore Puerto Caldera’s coast
  • Relax on Isla Tortuga’s beaches
  • Experience Golfito’s rich history
  • Snorkel in Golfo de Chiriqui’s
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Playing in the mist of the falls
from $2,498
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Beaches & Rainforest

9 Day Itinerary
Activities
Fishing
Activity Level
Easy Active
Enjoy this active and varied 9-day Costa Rica vacation that is suitable for almost any age of traveler. Plunge down the whitewater of the Pacuare River, experience the jungle adventures of Selva Bananito Lodge, and end with a few relaxing days on a Caribbean beach. Snorkeling, kayaking, and rainforest exploration highlight this trip.
  • Climb a giant kapok tree
  • Relax on white sand beaches
  • Snorkel and kayak in the Caribbean
  • Raft the Pacuare River
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Panama adventure
from $1,960
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Panama to Costa Rica

8 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
Starts / Ends
Balboa / Puerto Caldera
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise exploring Panama and Costa Rica's natural beauty and rich history. Before landing at Puntarenas, enjoy a few days of leisurely sailing. Explore deserted islands, wildlife-rich jungles, and welcoming seaside towns. Climb the Star Clipper's mast for awe-inspiring vistas throughout Central America.
  • Visit the Caribbean world
  • Swim & snorkel at the Pearl Islands
  • Enjoy Isla Tortuga’s beaches
  • Discover diverse tropical ecosystem
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