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Costa Rica is known for its dual coastline along the Pacific and Caribbean coasts, its endless rainforest it's biodiversity and its amazing surfing. With so many adventure activities, the geographical diversity, its myriad of ecosystems, incredible delicious and healthy food, friendly local people, superb sea life and pristine, idyllic beaches… it's really hard to disagree that this heavenly sanctuary of tranquillity is an incredibly happy country! 

This relatively small country is the home to 5 million people and borders Nicaragua in the north and Panama in the South and is found splat bang in the middle of Central America. Costa Rica has been a Spanish colony since Columbus arrived there in 1502. Yet, today, the influence is very much the Spanish and the Creole cultures combined and what characterises the country to this day. 

Costa Rica is a small country yet has 14 volcanoes, 7 of which are active! A lot of the country is also covered with rainforest and one of the reasons why Costa Rica is one of the main pioneers of eco-tourism. A lot of Costa Rica is National Park or a protected area, which helps massively to protect animal and wildlife species. This is why Costa Rica is one of the most biodiverse countries in the world and why it is amongst the top ten ethical countries to visit. Spanish is the official language of Costa Rica, however, due to the Caribbean influence, many people speak English or a form of creole based English, originating from the Caribbean. The increase in tourism over more recent years also means that over 10% of the population are English speaking. Today the country, who's famous motto is "Pura Vida" which means, PURE LIFE, is intrinsic to the culture and philosophy of this super-happy nation. Learn where to go in Costa Rica and more about Costa Rica travel information.

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8 Day - Discovering Costa Rica
8 days / 7 nights
8 Day - Discovering Costa Rica
9.2

Costa Rica is a small but diverse piece of land, and savoring its amazing nature and wildlife will be ...

USD $3055
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10 Day - North Caribbean to Pacific wonders
10 days / 9 nights
10 Day - North Caribbean to Pacific wonders
9.1

Costa Rica boasts incredible, pristine beaches on both of its coasts. It is one of the places in the ...

USD $1,594
The Caribbean to The Pacific Ocean
10 days / 9 nights
The Caribbean to The Pacific Ocean
8.0

Our 10 day Costa Rica itinerary tour package offers you to discover things to do in Costa Rica including ...

15 Day Top-End Costa Rica
15 days / 14 nights
15 Day Top-End Costa Rica
8.0

15 Day Top- End Costa Rica

Classical Costa Rica
11 days / 10 nights
Classical Costa Rica
8.0

Book the Costa Rica group tour to explore exotic wildlife, volcanoes and golden beaches. Explore through ...

Off The Beaten Track Costa Rica
8 days / 7 nights
Off The Beaten Track Costa Rica
8.0

Off The Beaten Track Costa Rica

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DISCOVER SAN JOSE -EMBRACE THE BEAUTY OF COSTA RICA ON A DAY TOUR.- Embark on a journey in the heart of Central America as you immerse yourself in the splendor of Costa Rica's capital city, ...see more

EXPLORE THE PRACTICE OF "FOREST BATHING" IN COSTA RICA.- National Geographic listed Costa Rica as one of the best countries to practice the Japanese art of forest bathing. Find out ...see more

COSTA RICAN GASTRONOMIC DELIGHTS.- Costa Rica may not be the first place that comes to your mind when you think of “gourmet paradise.” However, the land of ...see more

COSTA RICA´S ECO-TOURISM HIGHLIGHTS.- Costa Rica is divided into 29 national parks, 19 wildlife refuges, 8 biological reserves, and a series of protected areas ...see more

Costa Rica's Volcanoes and Hot Springs.- Found within Costa Rica´s lush terrain, these geological wonders offer a unique opportunity to witness the Earth's inner ...see more

GEO-TOURISM IN COSTA RICA.- Geo-tourism in Costa Rica is a captivating journey that combines the exploration of the country's diverse landscapes with ...see more

THE NORTH CARIBBEAN TO THE PACIFIC WONDERS.- One of the questions that people ask us when they are planning their vacation to Costa Rica is should I visit the Caribbean ...see more

8-DAY DISCOVERING COSTA RICA.- With jaw-dropping landscapes, friendly locals, and epic adventures it’s no wonder why travelers set out for Costa Rica for ...see more

GUANACASTE- VOLCANO´S AND BEACHES.- Discovering Paradise- Explore the beaches and volcanoes of Guanacaste, Costa Rica's Natural Jewel on this 8-day tour ...see more

9-DAY COSTA RICA NATURAL HONEYMOON.- There are so many reasons to plan a honeymoon in Costa Rica. Beach lovers will find magical spots to explore along the Pacific ...see more

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

You can check our safety protocols in the following link: https://www.horizontes.com/travel-bubbles

We do not include travel or health insurance and we strongly recommend a comprehensive travel insurance for any unexpected circumstances. This is not obligatory, however. An full travel insurance policy that covers cancellations and delays as well as medical insurance.

Hepatitis A Food & Water

Recommended for most travellers

Hepatitis B Blood & Body Fluids

Recommended for travellers to most regions.

Typhoid Food & Water

Recommended for travellers to most regions.

Yellow Fever Mosquito

Required if travelling from a country with a risk of yellow fever transmission.

Rabies Saliva of Infected Animals

A High-risk country. The Vaccine ris ecommended for long-term travellers and those who may come in contact with animals.

Malaria

There are often outbreaks of malaria in Costa Rica. While there is no vaccine for malaria you can take certain medications.

We suggest that you speak with your doctor to ensure that you are up-to-date with the recommended vaccinations when travelling to the destination. 

We suggest that you speak with your doctor to ensure what medications you will need to bring to the destination. Pharmacies and drugstores are common in all cities, however, it is not certain that you will be able to find a specific drug that you can find in your country of origin.

As in any city in the world, there can be pickpockets in crowded places. We suggest being vigilant at all times, but if you are in a group you will always be safer.

We do not include the cost of any domestic or international flight in any of our programs. These services must be booked independently by each guest.

Yes, hotels will charge the cost of a double room as standard, so a single supplement will be charged if you are traveling alone.

VA Expeditions is supported by Valencia Travel, a company with more than 12 years of foundation with a solid financial position. We have insurance from the insurance company La Positiva, that supports us and protects our guests from any eventuality at the destination, covering our guests for more than 5 million US dollars.

Each trip is customizable, but there may be additional restrictions and expenses in each case. We suggest contacting your sales representative for more information.

Yes, in addition to multi-day programs, we offer half-day experiences and excursions without overnight, which you can purchase as additional services. In case you wish to purchase one of these services, you can ask your guide, the transfer representative or your sales representative to provide you with the support you need.

Yes, you can add additional or optional services to your regular tour. We appreciate contacting your sales representative for any changes you wish to make.

Yes, you can travel with children and we have many activities to do as a family, however, depending on your itinerary, some experiences can be a bit demanding for young children. As a recommendation, we suggest that you ask your sales consultant if the tour you wish to book is suitable for children.

We work with a maximum group size of 12 passengers for sustainability reasons and a more personaized experience.

We suggest making your reservations at least one month before your trip in order to reserve the best hotels, transportation and services for your travel dates, however, in last minute cases, we can reserve up to 15 days in advance.

We suggest consulting with your embassy to review any documents, tests or special visa you need for your trip.

The official currency in Costa Rica is the Costa Rican colón (CRC). In large cities there is a good chance that you will find ATMs or ATMs, however, we suggest that you do not rely entirely on this solution, as it may not be enabled to work with your bank.

Yes, we cater for all special dietary requirements. Please let us know at the time of booking if you have any allergies or special dietary needs.

As a committed tour operator we follow the next steps in order to promote sustainability with our collaborators,  suppliers and clients:

We undertake sustainability certification processes to improve our operation and promote our green credentials.

We promote sustainable practices among our suppliers and evaluate their performance.

We educate travelers in how to be a responsible traveler.

With our Horizontes Foundation we work with local communities to improve livelihoods and preserve ecosystems.

Tips are not included in the cost of the tour. You should plan to tip 10% in restaurants and for your guided services, however, tipping is never required.

Cultural norms vary within each Latin American country, even within each city within the country, however, we recommend the following measures to have a pleasant visit in each destination: Latin American culture in general tends to be closer and more informal than in others cultures, so there is usually always a friendly approach in all conversations, and going directly to the point could be considered offensive to some people. Personal space can be much shorter as well, but without being interpreted as sexual in nature. 

The schedules are also usually more relaxed and informal, however, this is not the case of VA EXPEDITIONS, since we will always respect the hours indicated in your itinerary. This may be different for other appointments that you can book on your own at other locations.

This depends on each itinerary, and will be indicated in the detail of the day. However, our itineraries always usually include free times to offer more flexibility to our guests. 

For any emergency, we appreciate contacting the 24/7 Operations Phone & WhatsApp number: (506) 8730-0396

We have put together a vast selection of highly qualified organizations that we consider to have influenced their specific fields and the sustainable development of Costa Rica.

Costa Rica is known for being a green sustainable country and you can do activities such as:  

Visit National Parks

Visit rural communities and share with locals

Try local gastronomy

Immerse in nature and wildlife

Volunteer

Plant a tree

 

For more information you can check our Hands on Learning in Costa Rica Program on the following  link: https://horizontes.s3.amazonaws.com/dev/ks/images/VNYhAKY31Ed7w0bY.pdf

All our guests have 24/7 support for any type of emergency or eventuality. For emergencies you can contact the following number: (506) 8730-0396. For general inquiries, you can write to us at the following email: info@valenciatravelcusco.com 

This depends on each itinerary, but generally is a ratio of one guide for every nine guests.

This depends on the type of the type of Travel insurance that the passenger has. We recommend that you have a comprehensive travel insurance policy for better care and hospital facilities.

The tours are carried out by an expert team that has determined the optimal times of visits to make the most of our guests' time, without rushing. All our programs are customizable, so if at any time at the destination you want to adjust the pace of the trip, you can ask your guide to reach a consensus with the whole group in case you need to make adjustments to the pace of the trip.

Each trip is customizable, but there may be additional restrictions and expenses in each case. We suggest contacting your sales representative for more information.

Yes, you can safely store any luggage at your  hotel.

For city tours, there are public bathrooms available, in remote destinations bathroom facilities are more sparse.

In the mountains and remote places there is no Internet connection. Hotels and public places usually have WIFI available.

In cities and tourist centers you will have good telephone reception. In remote areas, there may be no cell phone reception.

It depends on each itinerary. We suggest contacting your account representative to give you specific information regarding your  program.

We suggest that you bring a refillable water bottle or purchase bottled water if necessary. Depending on your destination, at various points on your trip there will be places where you can fill your water bottle.

Thank you very much for your interest! You can follow us on our networks:

 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vaexpeditions/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vaexpeditions/

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/vaexpeditions

Twitter: https://twitter.com/vaexpeditions

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vaexpeditions/

You can check our safety protocols in the following link: https://www.horizontes.com/travel-bubbles

We do not include travel or health insurance and we strongly recommend a comprehensive travel insurance for any unexpected circumstances. This is not obligatory, however. An full travel insurance policy that covers cancellations and delays as well as medical insurance.

Hepatitis A Food & Water

Recommended for most travellers

Hepatitis B Blood & Body Fluids

Recommended for travellers to most regions.

Typhoid Food & Water

Recommended for travellers to most regions.

Yellow Fever Mosquito

Required if travelling from a country with a risk of yellow fever transmission.

Rabies Saliva of Infected Animals

A High-risk country. The Vaccine ris ecommended for long-term travellers and those who may come in contact with animals.

Malaria

There are often outbreaks of malaria in Costa Rica. While there is no vaccine for malaria you can take certain medications.

We suggest that you speak with your doctor to ensure that you are up-to-date with the recommended vaccinations when travelling to the destination. 

We suggest that you speak with your doctor to ensure what medications you will need to bring to the destination. Pharmacies and drugstores are common in all cities, however, it is not certain that you will be able to find a specific drug that you can find in your country of origin.

As in any city in the world, there can be pickpockets in crowded places. We suggest being vigilant at all times, but if you are in a group you will always be safer.

We do not include the cost of any domestic or international flight in any of our programs. These services must be booked independently by each guest.

Yes, hotels will charge the cost of a double room as standard, so a single supplement will be charged if you are traveling alone.

VA Expeditions is supported by Valencia Travel, a company with more than 12 years of foundation with a solid financial position. We have insurance from the insurance company La Positiva, that supports us and protects our guests from any eventuality at the destination, covering our guests for more than 5 million US dollars.

Each trip is customizable, but there may be additional restrictions and expenses in each case. We suggest contacting your sales representative for more information.

Yes, in addition to multi-day programs, we offer half-day experiences and excursions without overnight, which you can purchase as additional services. In case you wish to purchase one of these services, you can ask your guide, the transfer representative or your sales representative to provide you with the support you need.

Yes, you can add additional or optional services to your regular tour. We appreciate contacting your sales representative for any changes you wish to make.

Yes, you can travel with children and we have many activities to do as a family, however, depending on your itinerary, some experiences can be a bit demanding for young children. As a recommendation, we suggest that you ask your sales consultant if the tour you wish to book is suitable for children.

We work with a maximum group size of 12 passengers for sustainability reasons and a more personaized experience.

We suggest making your reservations at least one month before your trip in order to reserve the best hotels, transportation and services for your travel dates, however, in last minute cases, we can reserve up to 15 days in advance.

We suggest consulting with your embassy to review any documents, tests or special visa you need for your trip.

The official currency in Costa Rica is the Costa Rican colón (CRC). In large cities there is a good chance that you will find ATMs or ATMs, however, we suggest that you do not rely entirely on this solution, as it may not be enabled to work with your bank.

Yes, we cater for all special dietary requirements. Please let us know at the time of booking if you have any allergies or special dietary needs.

As a committed tour operator we follow the next steps in order to promote sustainability with our collaborators,  suppliers and clients:

We undertake sustainability certification processes to improve our operation and promote our green credentials.

We promote sustainable practices among our suppliers and evaluate their performance.

We educate travelers in how to be a responsible traveler.

With our Horizontes Foundation we work with local communities to improve livelihoods and preserve ecosystems.

Tips are not included in the cost of the tour. You should plan to tip 10% in restaurants and for your guided services, however, tipping is never required.

Cultural norms vary within each Latin American country, even within each city within the country, however, we recommend the following measures to have a pleasant visit in each destination: Latin American culture in general tends to be closer and more informal than in others cultures, so there is usually always a friendly approach in all conversations, and going directly to the point could be considered offensive to some people. Personal space can be much shorter as well, but without being interpreted as sexual in nature. 

The schedules are also usually more relaxed and informal, however, this is not the case of VA EXPEDITIONS, since we will always respect the hours indicated in your itinerary. This may be different for other appointments that you can book on your own at other locations.

This depends on each itinerary, and will be indicated in the detail of the day. However, our itineraries always usually include free times to offer more flexibility to our guests. 

For any emergency, we appreciate contacting the 24/7 Operations Phone & WhatsApp number: (506) 8730-0396

We have put together a vast selection of highly qualified organizations that we consider to have influenced their specific fields and the sustainable development of Costa Rica.

Costa Rica is known for being a green sustainable country and you can do activities such as:  

Visit National Parks

Visit rural communities and share with locals

Try local gastronomy

Immerse in nature and wildlife

Volunteer

Plant a tree

 

For more information you can check our Hands on Learning in Costa Rica Program on the following  link: https://horizontes.s3.amazonaws.com/dev/ks/images/VNYhAKY31Ed7w0bY.pdf

All our guests have 24/7 support for any type of emergency or eventuality. For emergencies you can contact the following number: (506) 8730-0396. For general inquiries, you can write to us at the following email: info@valenciatravelcusco.com 

This depends on each itinerary, but generally is a ratio of one guide for every nine guests.

This depends on the type of the type of Travel insurance that the passenger has. We recommend that you have a comprehensive travel insurance policy for better care and hospital facilities.

The tours are carried out by an expert team that has determined the optimal times of visits to make the most of our guests' time, without rushing. All our programs are customizable, so if at any time at the destination you want to adjust the pace of the trip, you can ask your guide to reach a consensus with the whole group in case you need to make adjustments to the pace of the trip.

Each trip is customizable, but there may be additional restrictions and expenses in each case. We suggest contacting your sales representative for more information.

Yes, you can safely store any luggage at your  hotel.

For city tours, there are public bathrooms available, in remote destinations bathroom facilities are more sparse.

In the mountains and remote places there is no Internet connection. Hotels and public places usually have WIFI available.

In cities and tourist centers you will have good telephone reception. In remote areas, there may be no cell phone reception.

It depends on each itinerary. We suggest contacting your account representative to give you specific information regarding your  program.

We suggest that you bring a refillable water bottle or purchase bottled water if necessary. Depending on your destination, at various points on your trip there will be places where you can fill your water bottle.

Thank you very much for your interest! You can follow us on our networks:

 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vaexpeditions/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vaexpeditions/

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/vaexpeditions

Twitter: https://twitter.com/vaexpeditions

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vaexpeditions/