Active Costa Rica
13 days from £974 (was £1,299)
Trip Photos
Group of travellers in front of palm trees in Costa Rica.
Three female travellers with their hands up looking at the beach.
Group of travellers enjoying a cocktail on a night out in Costa Rica.
Man driving a quad bike on a muddy trail through Costa Rica.
Male traveller walking over a bridge in a cloud forest.
Two travellers holding hands whilst walking over a bridge in the cloud forest.
Women traveller smiling whilst ziplining down through the cloud forest.
Blonde girl exploring a waterfall in the Costa Rican cloud forest.
Group of travellers smiling on top of a bridge in Costa Rican cloud forest.
Woman traveller ziplining over Monteverde cloud forest.
Travellers getting ready to zipline through Monteverde cloudforest.
Travellers walking over the cloud forest bridge after ziplining through forest.
Women traveller waterfall rappelling in Monteverde.
Women travellers looking over the suspension bridge in a jungle.
Travellers paddle boarding at sunset in Lake Arenal.
Women traveller canyoneering up a waterfall in La Fortuna.
Women walking over the suspension bridge in La Fortuna.
Group of travellers smiling whilst canyoneering through a waterfall in La Fortuna.
High energy adventure tour with rafting, hiking, surfing, and more.
From lofty volcanoes to white-sand beaches and misty cloud forests, where the cries of howler monkeys ring through the canopy, Costa Rica’s natural beauty and biodiversity are second to none. Add to that a world-class adventure scene, and you’ve pretty much got the perfect destination. This dynamic 13-day tour is a wild ride through the country’s most spectacular natural settings, and biggest adrenaline sports hubs. Hike steamy jungle trails, learn to surf on the idyllic Caribbean coast, spend two days rafting down the Pacuare River, and stay in a remote jungle lodge that can only be accessed by raft or 4x4. This is living la Pura Vida at its best.
Highlights include
Itinerary
Day 1: San José
Arrive in Costa Rica's vibrant capital and make your way through streets buzzing with markets, live music, and shoppers, to our downtown starting hotel. Relax by the pool after your flight, before a welcome meeting with your tour guide and group, followed by dinner and drinks.
Day 2: Monteverde
Leave the city behind and head into the unspoilt countryside to beautiful Monteverde. Home of the most pristine cloud forest on Earth, and a hub for adventure activities, it's a Costa Rican must do. Settle into our rustic mountain lodge before taking a wander through the lush, green surroundings.
Day 3: Free Day
Today's yours to enjoy Monteverde. Get your adrenaline pumping with some jungle ziplining and canyoning, saddle up with a horseback ride, visit a coffee plantation or sugar mill, or pull on your poncho and head into the misty cloud forest for breath-taking views and wonderful wildlife.
Day 4: La Fortuna
Journey through rolling hills, and across a lake to lush La Fortuna. Home to the Arenal Volcano, and a centre for adventure sports, you're sure to have an amazing time here. Join an optional excursion to some local waterfalls this afternoon, chill by the hotel pool, or explore your rainforest surroundings.
Day 5: Volcanoes & Activities
Spend the day at your own pace, making the most of everything La Fortuna has to offer. Optional activities include high-octane canyoning, kayaking, SUP, waterfall jumping, waterfall swimming, kayaking and a wildlife refuge tour through one of the world's most important wetlands.
Day 6: Bikes & Hot Springs
Explore the stunning landscape around La Fortuna on a guided half-day bike tour. Get off the beaten track as we cycle past farms, fertile valleys, and spectacular mountains. This evening, soothe your aching muscles with an optional hot springs experience in a ravishing jungle setting.
Day 7: Rafting Expedition
Transfer to the banks of the mighty Pacuare River ready for an epic two-day rafting expedition. Paddle past waterfalls and hidden canyons before stopping for a short hike through pristine jungle. Tonight we're staying in a one-of-a-kind rainforest lodge which is only accessible by 4x4 or raft.
Day 8: Rainforest Hike
Head deep into the rainforest on foot today with a local guide, where we'll see swim in secret streams, see magical waterfalls and learn all about the indigenous Cabecar people. This afternoon, kick back in a hammock in our jungle lodge and soak up the sounds, smells and sights of the forest.
Day 9: Rafting & Beaches
Take on Pacuare's monster rapids today with a final morning of rafting, before we leave the river behind and travel on to the laid-back beach town of Puerto Viejo. Check into our colourful Caribbean style accommodation, then hit the beach for pearly sands and the turquoise waters of your dreams.
Day 10: Surf Lesson
Jump on a bike and explore the area on two wheels today with a guided full-day cycling tour. We'll discover the stunning black and white sand beaches, immaculate tropical forest, and indigenous wildlife, and learn to ride the rollers with a surf lesson from a local expert.
Day 11: Beach Day
Today's yours. Rent a kayak, visit a local working farm and tropical garden, head to Punta Mona and Manzanillo for some of the country's best snorkelling, hike to a local wildlife refuge, or just soak up that warm Caribbean sun on the beach.
Day 12: Back to San José
We're saying goodbye to the beach and returning to Costa Rica's vibrant capital today on a local bus. Spend the afternoon picking up some last minute souvenirs, before raising a toast to Costa Rica on a final night out with the group.
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Most expensive: £1,134 December, 2023
Extra information
Arrive in Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO) in San José on day 1 of your tour. Walk to the airport exit doors, where you will find one of our local team members waiting to transfer you to our starting accommodation. The tour leader will hold a welcome meeting this evening.
Your amazing trip ends where it started in San José on day 13. Return airport transfers are not included but it’s only a 15 minute taxi ride (depending on traffic) and your tour guide can help you book this.
The maximum group size is 16.
This is an open-aged trip. You'll have the opportunity to meet people who are outside your own age group, and from different walks of life, adding depth and diversity to your travel experience.
This trip is the perfect blend of affordability, adventure and authenticity. It's a wallet-friendly experience where you'll mix with the locals, travel on local transport, and stay in rustic accommodation in the style of the region. As well as included activities, there are lots of optional add-ons, so you can tailor the trip to your budget and preferences while immersing yourself in each captivating locale.
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