Costa Rica Wildlife Tours

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, Rainforest Exploration, Hiking, 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 / Bahia Drake

Activities

Whitewater Rafting, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Small Ship Sailing

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 $2,314

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Wild Costa Rica

Nicuesa - 8 Day Itinerary

Activities

Fishing

Activity Level

Easy Active

This exhilarating 8-day tour takes you first on a thrilling two-day whitewater rafting trip along the Pacuare River and then into the lush jungle to learn about the birds, monkeys, sloths, and other animals that live there. This is followed by a 3-day trip to Playa Nicuesa, where you can see beautiful macaws before heading back to San Jose.

• Spend two days rafting the Pacuare
• Camp along the river
• Tour the jungle with a naturalist
• Take a night walk to see wildlife

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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

Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Horseback Riding, 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 $2,357

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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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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 $2,312

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Costa Rica Self-Drive Adventure

9 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Liberia / Liberia

Activities

Ziplining

Activity Level

Easy Active

Embark on a 9-day adventure across Costa Rica, driving to each destination. Explore Rincon de la Vieja's volcanoes and rivers, zipline through Arenal's rainforest, and relax on Central Pacific beaches. Discover artisan villages and experience Costa Rican culture, from wildlife encounters to thrilling outdoor activities.

• Raft the Cucaracho River
• Zipline through Arenal’s rainforest
• Drive Arenal Volcano scenic routes
• Relax on Nicoya Peninsula beaches
• Drive Costa Rica’s landscapes

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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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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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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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from $192

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Birdwatching in Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve

½ Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

During your half-day morning birding tour, your guide will help you spot up to 350 species of birds that live in the Reserve. While hiking through the pristine Monteverde cloud forest, you have a chance to see birds such as the quetzal, toucan, wood creeper, flycatchers, orioles, and grosbeaks. With any luck you may see the three-wattled bellbird.

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from $188

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Sunset Sailing on the Timarouba Catamaran

1 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Playa Hermosa / Playa Hermosa

Activity Level

Relaxed

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with the Timarouba catamaran tour in Playa Tamarindo. Snorkel in crystal-clear waters, savor a delectable buffet, and capture the sunset's magic.

• Dive into crystal-clear waters
• Enjoy amazing views and sunset

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from $133

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La Paz Waterfall Gardens

1 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

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from $164

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Palo Verde Boat Ride

1 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Playa Hermosa / Playa Hermosa

Activity Level

Relaxed

Join an immersive 4-hour journey through Palo Verde National Park's water basin, exploring RAMSAR-listed wetlands. Encounter the largest bird in Costa Rica, giant crocodiles, and diverse wildlife. An unforgettable adventure awaits, culminating in a delicious culinary experience.

• Explore Palo Verde National Park
• Witness crocodiles and largest bird
• Encounter array of exotic wildlife

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