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Published: 28-09-2022
Costa Rica is one of the most biodiverse places on the planet, its habitats ranging from cloud forests to volcanos, making it a dream destination for those wanting a holiday with a focus on nature and the outdoors. The wildlife is a little short of extraordinary: in a single day, you can see howler monkeys in the rainforest canopy, a tapir on the forest floor, and caimans and crocodiles in the rivers. Not to mention birds galore, including dazzling and charismatic species such as the resplendent quetzal and the scarlet macaw.
Resplendent Quetzal
Whether you take to the waterways of the Tortuguero National Park or go hiking in Corcovado National Park, home to all four species of the country’s monkeys, compact Costa Rica is a nature-lovers and adrenalin junkies paradise. Try waterfall-jumping and zip-lining, walk to hidden waterfalls and lagoons, join a river-rafting excursion, take a tour of a plantation where Costa Rica’s famously good coffee is produced, or head for the coast. With the Caribbean or Pacific to choose from, you can relax on the pristine beaches or get up to your neck in adventurous water sports; or whether you’re planning a solo adventure or a family holiday, Costa Rica has it all!
Corcovado National Park
Adventure
The Caribbean to the Pacific Ocean
Best-suited to active travelers who want to get out and about on their holiday, this ten-day, tailor-made tour crosses Costa Rica from the Caribbean to the Pacific coast. You’ll have some time to get your bearings in San José, after which we head to Puerto Viejo on the Caribbean coast. With activities such as kayak, cycling, hiking, diving, fishing, and rafting from the Pacuare River to Guanacaste on the Pacific coast. It’s quite an experience that takes you through the rainforest, coffee plantations, volcanos, and hidden waterfalls and concludes on the pristine beaches of Liberia.
11-Day Classic Costa Rica
Starting and finishing in San José, this tour pulls together the key attractions of Costa Rica. You’ll travel through the jungle, head to beaches, explore farmlands, and take a boat ride into Tortuguero National Park, Tortuguero National Park, which is home to 13 of Costa Rica’s endangered mammal species. Then head to Monteverde to witness 100 mammal and 400 bird species in this magnificent cloud forest reserve. You will learn all about day-to-day life in the region at Don Gilberto´s private reserve and wallow in the crystal-clear Tocori waterfall surrounded by lush vegetation. Look out for three-toed sloths at Manuel Antonio National Park and loaf on the sand at Manuel Antonio beach. This 11-day tour suits solos, couples, and families with older kids alike.
Monteverde Cloud Forest
Off The Beaten Track
Guanacaste Volcanos and Beaches
For remote and pristine beaches, Guanacaste is a must-visit. Over 34000 acres of mountainous forest trails and waterfalls await you on this protected forest in Guanacaste, filled with all the exotic wildlife and impossibly lush flora you´ve come to expect in Costa Rica. White-faced monkeys, kinkajou, sloths, and even jaguars and pumas call this protected land home, so keep your eyes peeled! Tamarindo is a beach town in Guanacaste, with much to offer for all travelers. Tamarindo’s convenient location, sweet surf breaks, and laid-back atmosphere are one not to miss. Tamarindo is one of the premiere surfing beaches in Costa Rica, particularly for beginners. There is scuba diving, a sunset catamaran tour to spot dolphins and other aquatic life, fishing trips, and some of the most spectacular sunsets. Tamarindo is not just the beach; there is an extensive mangrove and estuary as part of the Marino Las Baulas National Park. Locals have set up boat tours and kayak rentals so visitors can explore the estuary and see monkeys, birds, crocodiles, and more wildlife.
Playa Grande, Guanacaste
Luxury
12-day Top-End Costa Rica
Pacuare Lodge is a natural rainforest gem for your luxury holiday to Costa Rica. With an admirable commitment to conservation, the adventure begins when you raft your way to the entrance – not only does this offer an exciting start to your stay, but it also prevents any disturbance to the wildlife in the surrounding area. Soak and relax in the La Fortuna hot springs surrounded by nature, followed by the 20 thermal pools of Tabacon hot springs. Here we can enjoy unparalleled views of the Arenal Volcano. Located on the central Pacific coast, Manuel Antonio National Park is the main attraction of the region. Here, rainforest reigns, and wildlife are abundant. Monkeys, tropical birds, and iguanas can be seen daily. From almost every vantage point, lush rainforest tumbles into picture-perfect inlets and coves that decorate the shoreline. This destination blends dense jungle hillsides with the scenic coastline of the Pacific Ocean.
10-Day Luxury Honeymoon Costa Rica
On our honeymoon tours, you can combine magnificent wildlife and luxurious facilities for your unique vacation. Visit the Arenal National Park, a dormant strato-volcano surrounded by cloud forests. This Tropical adventure has steamy hot springs and top-rated hotels with all the creature comforts—Trek all around Arenal on hanging bridges or catch rainforest canopy views on a zip line adventure. Then, let off some post-wedding steam in the soothing Arenal hot springs; after all the activities of Arenal, time for some luxurious downtime in Papagayo. Guanacaste is littered with beach resorts of all shapes and sizes, but the luxurious hotels on the Papagayo Peninsula are magnificent. Think of Papagayo as the Gold Coast of Costa Rica. This blissful hideaway can be spent basking on secluded beaches, enjoying nature-inspired spa treatments and healing therapies, or taking part in adventures such as wildlife spotting, snorkeling, stand-up paddle boarding, surfing, kayaking, and hiking.
Papagayo Peninsula
Whatever your interests, Costa Rica has it all. This tropical paradise is a nature-lovers dream. See more Costa Rica Tours with Va Expeditions here and start planning your adventure of a lifetime with our travel designers now!
