Win a 12-day Vietnam tour designed for 18-40s! ENTER NOW →

Costa Rica Tropical Experience - 5 Days

From £854£171 per daySave 18%

Trip Snapshot

Age range

0 - 100

Start / End

  • San Jose
  • San Jose

Physical rating

2/5

Group size

1 - 30

Meals included

9

Highlights

  • Tortuguero, is one of Costa Rica's most popular ecotourism destinations. This destination is you "must stop" while in Costa Rica. Discover its Network of canals, lagoons and dense rainforests and had the chance to see the turtles hatch.
  • Prior to December 2010 the Arenal Volcano was one of the ten most active volcanoes in the world and it was a truly majestic sight. Today there are no lava eruptions, but you can still see smoke/ash spew out of the top of the volcano. Find the balance between mind, body and spirit surrounded by nature thanks to the lush jungle and the imposing Arenal Volcano. La Fortuna area is recognized worldwide for being one of the most prominent wellness tourism destinations in the world.
Recommended before you book

Download the full trip brochure

Everything you need to picture the adventure and pack with confidence — in one free PDF.

What's inside the PDF

  • Day-by-day itinerary
    Every day mapped out, covering activities, travel times, meals and where you'll stay.
  • Packing & kit list
    Exactly what to bring, from clothing and essentials to luggage guidelines and what's available to hire locally.
  • What's included
    Accommodation, transport, guides and meals, so you can see exactly what your price covers.
Free, instant PDF - no obligation

Summary

This 5-day tour starts and ends in San Jose, offering a fantastic blend of culture, nature and relaxation. You'll explore the artisan town of Sarchi and enjoy stunning views of the iconic Arenal Volcano, complete with a soothing soak in natural hot springs. Then it's off to Tortuguero National Park on the Caribbean coast, where you'll cruise peaceful canals at dawn and visit a charming village. The pace is just right, packed with memorable experiences but plenty of time to unwind. Expect lush landscapes, wildlife encounters and authentic local flavours throughout this unforgettable Costa Rican adventure.

Itinerary

  • Day 1

    Welcome to San Jose

    Welcome to Costa Rica. Upon arrival at the airport, a local representative will meet you and assist with your transfer to the hotel in San Jose. After checking in, you will have free time to relax and settle into your room. You may explore the city and its surroundings at your leisure this afternoon.

  • Day 2

    Stop in Sarchi & Experience Arenal Volcano Hot Springs

    After breakfast at the hotel, we will collect you from the lobby around 7:30 am for a shared transfer to La Fortuna de San Carlos, home to the striking Arenal Volcano. En route, we will stop in the town of Sarchi, renowned as the birthplace of Costa Rica's artisans. Here, you can admire a variety of handcrafted souvenirs and see the world's largest ox cart, recognised by the Guinness Book of Records. Continuing to La Fortuna, we will pause for lunch at a cosy restaurant offering impressive views of the volcano.

    Following lunch, we will unwind at Baldi Hot Springs Resort, where 25 natural mineral pools fed by the volcano's thermal waters provide a relaxing and rejuvenating experience. To conclude the day, a delicious dinner will be served with stunning views of Arenal Volcano before we return to San Jose for the night.

  • Day 3

    Explore Tortuguero

    We begin early with check-out from the hotel before a shared transfer at 6:00 am to Tortuguero National Park on the North Caribbean Coast. Around 8:30 am, we pause for breakfast in Guapiles city, then continue to La Pavona dock. Here, we board a shared boat to the lodge, where you can settle into a peaceful and tranquil environment. We arrive at the lodge around 1:00 pm for check-in followed by a included lunch. At 2:30 pm, we meet our guide for a visit to the charming village of Tortuguero. After the excursion, return to the lodge to relax. Dinner is included this evening.

  • Day 4

    Discover Tortuguero’s Beauty & Return to San Jose

    Rise early to meet your guide at 5:45 am for a serene boat journey through the canals of Tortuguero National Park, witnessing the Caribbean sunrise in its natural splendour. Return to the lodge by 7:00 am for breakfast before preparing for departure. At 9:30 am, we begin a shared transfer combining boat and road travel to a restaurant in Guapiles city, where lunch is served. After lunch at around 1:30 pm, we continue by shared transfer back to San Jose for your overnight stay.

  • Day 5

    Farewell Costa Rica

    After breakfast at the hotel, check out and prepare for your departure. At the arranged time, a local representative will collect you from the lobby for a shared transfer to Juan Santamaria International Airport, ensuring a smooth journey as you catch your flight home.

What's Included

  • Meals

    Breakfasts: 4, Lunches: 3, Dinners: 2

    Vegetarian options are available on all meals throughout the adventure.

    Vegetarian options available

  • Local Guide

    Self Guided
  • Wifi

    Wifi is available during the adventure. In some areas and / or accommodation / transport Wifi may be free.

Dates & Prices

  • Jul 2026

    from £854
  • Aug 2026

    from £854
  • Sep 2026

    from £854
  • Oct 2026

    from £854
  • Nov 2026

    from £854
  • Dec 2026

    from £871
  • Jan 2027

    from £871
  • Feb 2027

    from £871
  • Mar 2027

    from £871
  • Apr 2027

    from £871
  • May 2027

    from £871
  • Jun 2027

    from £871
  • Jul 2027

    from £887
  • Aug 2027

    from £887
  • Sep 2027

    from £887
  • Oct 2027

    from £887
  • Nov 2027

    from £887
  • Save 18%
    Saturday 1 Aug 2026to Wednesday 5 Aug 2026
    6+ spaces of 30 left
    £1,045£854
    Best offer
    Private Room from +£295
  • Save 18%
    Sunday 2 Aug 2026to Thursday 6 Aug 2026
    6+ spaces of 30 left
    £1,045£854
    Best offer
    Private Room from +£295
  • Save 18%
    Monday 3 Aug 2026to Friday 7 Aug 2026
    6+ spaces of 30 left
    £1,045£854
    Best offer
    Private Room from +£295
  • Save 18%
    Tuesday 4 Aug 2026to Saturday 8 Aug 2026
    6+ spaces of 30 left
    £1,045£854
    Best offer
    Private Room from +£295
  • Save 18%
    Wednesday 5 Aug 2026to Sunday 9 Aug 2026
    6+ spaces of 30 left
    £1,045£854
    Best offer
    Private Room from +£295
  • Save 18%
    Thursday 6 Aug 2026to Monday 10 Aug 2026
    6+ spaces of 30 left
    £1,045£854
    Best offer
    Private Room from +£295
  • Save 18%
    Friday 7 Aug 2026to Tuesday 11 Aug 2026
    6+ spaces of 30 left
    £1,045£854
    Best offer
    Private Room from +£295
  • Save 18%
    Saturday 8 Aug 2026to Wednesday 12 Aug 2026
    6+ spaces of 30 left
    £1,045£854
    Best offer
    Private Room from +£295
  • Save 18%
    Sunday 9 Aug 2026to Thursday 13 Aug 2026
    6+ spaces of 30 left
    £1,045£854
    Best offer
    Private Room from +£295
  • Save 18%
    Monday 10 Aug 2026to Friday 14 Aug 2026
    6+ spaces of 30 left
    £1,045£854
    Best offer
    Private Room from +£295
  • Save 18%
    Tuesday 11 Aug 2026to Saturday 15 Aug 2026
    6+ spaces of 30 left
    £1,045£854
    Best offer
    Private Room from +£295
  • Save 18%
    Wednesday 12 Aug 2026to Sunday 16 Aug 2026
    6+ spaces of 30 left
    £1,045£854
    Best offer
    Private Room from +£295
  • Save 18%
    Thursday 13 Aug 2026to Monday 17 Aug 2026
    6+ spaces of 30 left
    £1,045£854
    Best offer
    Private Room from +£295
  • Save 18%
    Friday 14 Aug 2026to Tuesday 18 Aug 2026
    6+ spaces of 30 left
    £1,045£854
    Best offer
    Private Room from +£295
  • Save 18%
    Saturday 15 Aug 2026to Wednesday 19 Aug 2026
    6+ spaces of 30 left
    £1,045£854
    Best offer
    Private Room from +£295
  • Save 18%
    Sunday 16 Aug 2026to Thursday 20 Aug 2026
    6+ spaces of 30 left
    £1,045£854
    Best offer
    Private Room from +£295
  • Save 18%
    Monday 17 Aug 2026to Friday 21 Aug 2026
    6+ spaces of 30 left
    £1,045£854
    Best offer
    Private Room from +£295
  • Save 18%
    Tuesday 18 Aug 2026to Saturday 22 Aug 2026
    6+ spaces of 30 left
    £1,045£854
    Best offer
    Private Room from +£295
  • Save 18%
    Wednesday 19 Aug 2026to Sunday 23 Aug 2026
    6+ spaces of 30 left
    £1,045£854
    Best offer
    Private Room from +£295
  • Save 18%
    Thursday 20 Aug 2026to Monday 24 Aug 2026
    6+ spaces of 30 left
    £1,045£854
    Best offer
    Private Room from +£295
  • Save 18%
    Friday 21 Aug 2026to Tuesday 25 Aug 2026
    6+ spaces of 30 left
    £1,045£854
    Best offer
    Private Room from +£295
  • Save 18%
    Saturday 22 Aug 2026to Wednesday 26 Aug 2026
    6+ spaces of 30 left
    £1,045£854
    Best offer
    Private Room from +£295
  • Save 18%
    Sunday 23 Aug 2026to Thursday 27 Aug 2026
    6+ spaces of 30 left
    £1,045£854
    Best offer
    Private Room from +£295
  • Save 18%
    Monday 24 Aug 2026to Friday 28 Aug 2026
    6+ spaces of 30 left
    £1,045£854
    Best offer
    Private Room from +£295
  • Save 18%
    Tuesday 25 Aug 2026to Saturday 29 Aug 2026
    6+ spaces of 30 left
    £1,045£854
    Best offer
    Private Room from +£295
  • Save 18%
    Wednesday 26 Aug 2026to Sunday 30 Aug 2026
    6+ spaces of 30 left
    £1,045£854
    Best offer
    Private Room from +£295
  • Save 18%
    Thursday 27 Aug 2026to Monday 31 Aug 2026
    6+ spaces of 30 left
    £1,045£854
    Best offer
    Private Room from +£295
  • Save 18%
    Friday 28 Aug 2026to Tuesday 1 Sep 2026
    6+ spaces of 30 left
    £1,045£854
    Best offer
    Private Room from +£295
  • Save 18%
    Saturday 29 Aug 2026to Wednesday 2 Sep 2026
    6+ spaces of 30 left
    £1,045£854
    Best offer
    Private Room from +£295
  • Save 18%
    Sunday 30 Aug 2026to Thursday 3 Sep 2026
    6+ spaces of 30 left
    £1,045£854
    Best offer
    Private Room from +£295
  • Save 18%
    Monday 31 Aug 2026to Friday 4 Sep 2026
    6+ spaces of 30 left
    £1,045£854
    Best offer
    Private Room from +£295

Essential trip information

Our Important Notes and Packing List cover all essentials, from necessary equipment to inclusions, ensuring you're fully equipped and informed for this extraordinary adventure and more.

  • Anna's profile
  • Petra's profile
  • Charlotte's profile

Still have questions?

Can't find the answer you're looking for? Please chat to our friendly team.

Get In Touch

Why book with us

  • Help Change The World

    We collaborate with local businesses and communities.

  • Best Price Guaranteed

    We won't be beaten on price. If you find this adventure at a lower price please get in touch!

  • You're In Good Hands

    We work with trusted tour operators around the world.

  • You're spoilt for choice

    We have the best choice of adventures on the market.

Similar adventures

Was this page helpful ?

If you need information about a tour or a booking, please contact us instead.

Sign up for our deals

Stay up to date with our new latest deals & special offers!

Your email is secure and we won't send you any spam.
Feefo Rating 4.9/5

The Adventure People has been rated excellent by its customers