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Squirrel Monkey at Corcovado National Park, Costa Rica
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Macaw at Corcovado National Park, Costa Rica
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Strawberry poison-dart frog in Tortuguero, Costa Rica
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Capuchin monkey in Tortuguero, Costa Rica
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Experience diverse wildlife and some of the most incredible species on a Costa Rica wildlife tour or cruise. Witness Costa Rica’s varied ecosystems which are home to an astonishing array of wildlife, from colorful toucans and playful monkeys in the rainforest to majestic whales and sea turtles along the coast. This biodiverse haven offers endless opportunities for wildlife enthusiasts to connect with nature. For those who wish to balance wildlife viewing with a taste of adventure, our Costa Rica travel experts can help you craft a customized itinerary that includes activities such as rainforest exploration, zip-lining, kayaking, or a serene beach escape.
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Rafting the Pacuare River!!
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Costa Rica Family Vacation

9 Day Itinerary
  • Hike near Arenal Volcano
  • Zip-line through the cloud forest
  • Raft the Rio Savegre
  • Explore Manuel Antonio's beaches
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.
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Pacuare River
from $2,295
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Beaches & Rainforest

8 Day Itinerary
  • Climb a giant kapok tree
  • Raft the Pacuare River
  • Snorkel a large coral reef system
  • Hike through the rainforest
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.
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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
  • Hike near Arenal Volcano
  • Zip-line through cloud forest
  • Raft the Rio Savegre
  • Explore Manuel Antonio's beaches
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.
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Kayaking at the Hatillo Mangroves
from $2,966
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Coast to Coast Multisport

10 Day Itinerary
  • Plunge through the Pacuare's rapids
  • Rappel down waterfalls
  • Kayak off the Pacific coast
  • Hike lowland tropical forest
Activities
Whitewater Rafting, 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.
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Explore beautiful Costa Rica
from $2,010
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Costa Rica & Panama

Puerto Caldera Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Discover Quepos's authentic charm
  • Experience Golfito's allure
  • Swim Bahia Potrero's calm waters
  • Marvel at Arenal's majestic volcano
Starts / Ends
Puerto Caldera / Puerto Caldera
Activities
Ziplining, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard the Star Clipper through Costa Rica and Panama, exploring lush rainforests, pristine beaches, and vibrant marine life. Highlights include Manuel Antonio, Coiba Island, and Isla Tortuga’s turquoise waters.
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Scarlet macaws perched in the rainforest
from $2,294
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Wild Costa Rica Corcovado

8 Day Itinerary
  • Whitewater raft the Pacuare River
  • Search for scarlet macaws
  • Camp on sandy beaches
  • Hike along paths in Corcovado
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.
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Coati
from $2,031
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Costa Rica Quest

8 Day Itinerary
  • Observe nesting sea turtles
  • Hike in the rainforest at night
  • Raft the Sarapiqui River
  • Explore nearby Arenal Volcano
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.
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Holding a baby sea turtle
from $2,542
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Turtles & Rainforest Pacuare Reserve

Pacuare - 8 Day Itinerary
  • Assist biologists on turtle rounds
  • Learn about rainforest ecology
  • Ride horseback through family farms
  • Raft down the Pacuare River
Starts / Ends
San Jose / San Jose
Activities
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.
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Wildlife of Costa Rica - colorful tree frog
from $3,117
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Discover Costa Rica

Multisport Adventure Tour - 9 Day Itinerary
  • Raft Class III-IV rapids
  • Bike through an agricultural center
  • Sample local foods from the field
  • Kayak to Ballena Island
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.
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Panama Canal
from $5,772
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Costa Rica and the Panama Canal

Eastbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest
  • Observe animals in their habitat
  • Kayak through magical mangroves
  • Transit the historical Panama Canal
  • Explore Gulf of Panama beaches
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Discover Costa Rica & Panama on this 8-day 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.
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Visit the lush jungle and stunning waterfalls
from $2,735
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Wild Costa Rica

Nicuesa - 8 Day Itinerary
  • Spend two days rafting the Pacuare
  • Camp along the river
  • Tour the jungle with a naturalist
  • Take a night walk to see wildlife
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.
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View of Pacayitas
from $5,179
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El Camino Tropical Trail: Caribbean to Pacific

11 Day Itinerary
  • Hike through forests and mountains
  • Explore Pacuare Reserve
  • Spot diverse wildlife
  • Enjoy authentic local cuisine
Starts / Ends
Hotel Pacuare / Quepos
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Rainforest Exploration, Hiking, Village Visits, Homestays, Camping
Activity Level
Challenging
Join the El Camino Tropical Trail 11-day adventure, a Costa Rica coast-to-coast hiking tour from the Caribbean to the Pacific. Enjoy authentic cultural immersion in Costa Rica through homestays, local meals, and small village life while experiencing diverse rainforests, mountains, and beaches.
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