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Costa Rica Quest

Name: Costa Rica Quest
Brand: Elife Travel
Price: 1349.1 USD
Availability: InStock

Country:

Costa Rica

Flight:

Not included

Favorite

Tour id:

5247

Operator:

G Adventures
Length:

9 days
Group size:

16 pax
Age:

12 to 90
Difficulty:
Difficulty levels:
- Relaxing
- Easy
- Moderate
- Serious
- Heart-pumping

Itinerary

Nature called you to Costa Rica — now here you are, suspended in the jungle canopy, locking eyes with a curious monkey. This action-packed tour of Costa Rica’s highlights is perfect for the adventurer with limited time who wants to explore the region’s diversity. Get your adrenaline pumping, follow a trail to the base of a waterfall, explore Manuel Antonio National Park, or relax on a beach — your CEO will help you find the secluded spots only the locals know.

Tour program

Day 1

San José

Arrive at any time.
There are no activities planned until an evening welcome meeting.

Included Activities:
- Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group

Day 2

San José/La Fortuna (1L)

Drive to Sarapiquí to visit the G Adventures-supported Mi Cafecito Community Coffee Plantation. Learn about the impact this project has had on the community and sample some of the products they sell. Continue on to the Arenal region and take advantage of a free afternoon and a full free day tomorrow to experience the adventure activities and natural wonders of the area.
La Fortuna is an excellent base for adventure. Opt to hike the area’s nature trails, swim in chilly La Fortuna waterfall or go canyoning.

Meals Included:
- Lunch

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 04:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Mi Cafecito Coffee Cooperative Tour

Day 3

La Fortuna

Free day in La Fortuna. Experience the outdoor adventures, amazing wildlife and natural wonders in this area. There are enough activities here to keep you busy all day long. In the evening opt to soak in one of the many hot springs in the area to cap off an adventurous day.
Spend the day getting your adrenaline pumping, viewing local wildlife, marvelling at the Arenal Volcano and getting to know more about Costa Rica in La Fortuna. There are enough activities here to keep you busy all day long.

Optional Extras to chose from:
- Costa Rica Adrenaline Bundle

Day 4

La Fortuna/Monteverde

Travel by van and boat through the stunning Costa Rican scenery up into the cloud forest. Take an included guided night walk to learn about nocturnal life in the jungle firsthand.
Travel across Lake Arenal into the mountains and on to Monteverde Cloud Forest.

Arrive to spend time enjoying this nature-lover's paradise.

Transport:
- Shared Van 02:00 Hr(s)
- Boat 00:45 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Guided Cloud Forest Night Walk

Day 5

Monteverde

Enjoy a free day to explore the cloud forest region of Costa Rica. Opt to fly across canopy ziplines, walk across suspended bridges through the forest canopy, or go horseback riding in the hills.

Day 6

Monteverde/Quepos

Travel to Quepos, just outside Manuel Antonio National Park. Opt to visit the park or relax on the beach in this fun surf town. Enjoy a night out and perhaps learn how to dance salsa.
Travel to the Pacific Coast. Enjoy Quepos. Opt to swim, fish, kayak, surf or take a sailing trip.

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 05:00 Hr(s)

Day 7

Quepos

Enjoy an included entrance into Manuel Antonio National Park. Then, take advantage of free time to explore. Opt to sail or swim in the Pacific. Or choose to kayak through mangroves and relax on the beach.
Pre-book the Manuel Antonio Catamaran Tour on the checkout page to include this optional activity on your tour or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance.

Included Activities:
- Manuel Antonio National Park Visit

Optional Extras to chose from:
- Manuel Antonio Catamaran Tour

Day 8

Quepos/San José

Opt to chill at the beach in the morning before the journey by private vehicle back to the capital.

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 03:00 Hr(s)

Day 9

San José

Depart at any time.

Tour Details

accommodation

Hotel (8nts)

flights

International flights are not included

guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

insurance

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered.

meals

1 lunch

optional

Other activities and services are not included

others

Your G for Good Moment: Mi Cafecito Coffee Cooperative Tour, Sarapiquí
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your Discover Moment: La Fortuna
Your Discover Moment: Monteverde
Your Discover Moment: Quepos. Guided cloud forest night walk (Monteverde). Entrance fee to Manuel Antonio National Park. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities. 1. Costa Rica will not be allowing anyone to enter the country without proof of a departure ticket (bus, airplane, boat, etc.). If you are travelling through a few countries in Central America, you will need to show proof of your itinerary and a departure ticket from your last destination. Please print the itinerary and voucher and bring it with you.

2. Be prepared for rain and lower temperatures during the winter season (June-November), especially in Costa Rica's central valley.

3. ACCOMMODATION NOTE:
Please be aware that properties we stay in with only two stories may not have elevators installed and climbing the stairs with your luggage will be necessary.La Fortuna
- Lost Canyon Adventures Canyoning (99USD per person)
- Stand Up Paddle (Lesson and Tour) (65USD per person)
- Whitewater Rafting (61-86USD per person)
- Gravity Falls Waterfall Jumping (125USD per person)
- Costa Rica Adrenaline Bundle (149USD per person)
- Hot Springs Soak (42-84USD per person)
- La Fortuna Waterfall Swim (20USD per person)

Arenal
- Hanging Bridges (75USD per person)

Monteverde
- Santa Elena Cloud Forest Guided Tour (50USD per person)
- CASEM Coop Visit
- Hanging Bridges Monteverde (47USD per person)
- El Trapiche Tour Monteverde (33USD per person)
- Monteverde Butterfly Garden Visit (20USD per person)
- Monteverde Horseback Riding (45USD per person)
- Ziplining (60USD per person)

Quepos
- Fishing

Manuel Antonio National Park
- Kayaking (70USD per person)
- Sailing
- Surfing (55-75USD per person)

Manuel Antonio
- Manuel Antonio Catamaran Tour
- Whitewater Rafting Manuel Antonio (75-98USD per person)

transport

Private vehicle, boat, shared van, walking.

Good to know

Currency

CRC

Costa Rican Colon

Costa Rica

Customer reviews

Overall

4.7

Itinerary

4.7

Guide

4.8

Transport

4.4

Accommodation

3.8

Food

3.9

Operator

4.7

Faq Tour

How can I book a tour?

You can order a tour on our website by selecting the desired dates and clicking the “Confirm dates” button. You can also contact our sales department by phone or email.

Which payment options are available?

We accept credit cards, bank transfers and other popular payment methods.

Can I change or cancel my reservation?

Yes, changes or cancellations are possible, however penalties may apply depending on the time before the tour starts.

What documents are required to participate in the tour?

You will need a passport with a valid visa (if required) to visit countries along the tour route.