Overview
Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 9 Day Costa Rica Family Experience. Nothing brings learning to life like real-world experience. This week-long trip’s engaging lesson plan gives kids an education in biology and ecology that can never be found in a textbook. Here, spend the days (and nights!) studying the flora and fauna that inhabit the cloud forest and Manuel Antonio National Park. Elsewhere, get in touch with the land by rappelling, rafting, swimming, horseback-riding, and even surfing all over it. Science + gym? You do the math.
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Trip Length
9 Days
Trip Starts
San Jose
Trip Ends
San Jose
Departures
Jun 2026 to Dec 2026
Countries Visited:
Operator
G Adventures
Trip Style
Family
Budget
Affordable
Age Range
6-99 Years
Max. Group Size
20
Pace
Leisurely
Guide Style
Fully Guided
Tour Code
CRFA
Itinerary
Amid the hustle and bustle of this busy capital, San José has beautiful parks, museums and an ornate National Theatre. Start your exploration of the city in the central plaza, a great place to people-watch. A mime, juggler, marimba band, magician, or storyteller may be performing for whatever is collected when the hat is passed. Artisan booths are common, creating a regular arts and crafts fair atmosphere. Stay: Hotel Radisson San Jose
A three-hour van trip brings us to La Fortuna, near the base of the spectacular Arenal Volcano. La Fortuna is a great base for active adventures. Along the way, stop to meet Doña Mara and learn the art of making (and eating!) tortillas. Once we arrive, there's time to relax in the hot springs that are heated by the volcano's lava. During our stay in La Fortuna, there is a wide selection of activities sure to please every member of the family. From river rafting, to rappelling down waterfalls, there is no excuse to be bored! Stay: Magic Mountain (B/L)
Get your adrenaline pumping and pre-book the Costa Rica Adrenaline Bundle on the checkout page to include this optional activity on your tour or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance. Stay: Magic Mountain (B)
From La Fortuna, we make our way first by boat, then by van up the rough mountain roads to reach the fresh misty air of the Monteverde Cloud Forest. Spend two days exploring the community and nearby forest, truly a bird lover’s paradise. Stay: El Establo Hotel (B)
Enjoy a free day in this lush cloud forest region. Opt to fly above the trees on a canopy zipline tour, go horseback riding in the hills or visit the butterfly garden. Stay: El Establo Hotel (B)
The white sand beaches and warm Pacific waters are the ideal atmosphere to relax at the end of your adventure. Manuel Antonio NP offers excellent hiking, spectacular views, and abundant wildlife viewing. An included hike goes deep into the park, to explore everything that can be found here. Enjoy the beautiful white sand beaches and discover why the warm turquoise water is ideal for swimming, fishing, kayaking, boogie boarding, sailing or surfing - the perfect finale to an exciting family adventure! Overnight in Manuel Antonio. Stay: Hotel Mono Azul (B)
Take a guided hike through the national park keeping an eye out for the wildlife that can be seen through the trees. Stay: Hotel Mono Azul (B)
After one final morning to soak up the sun on the beach in Manuel Antonio, we return to San José, and have time to enjoy one final evening together with our group. Stay: Hotel Radisson San Jose (B)
Depart at any time. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- Kick back on Costa Rica's pristine beaches.
- Visit a local family to learn to make tortillas.
- Spot nature in a dense cloud forest.
- Enjoy the natural beauty of Manuel Antonio National Park.
- Kayak and paddle-board in La Fortuna.
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Local Living Moment: Tortilla Making and Local Lunch, La Fortuna
- Your Hands-On Moment: Stand Up Paddle (Lesson and Tour), La Fortuna
- Your Hands-On Moment: Kayak Lake Arenal, La Fortuna
- Your Discover Moment: Monteverde
- Arrival transfer
- Kayaking and paddle-boarding in La Fortuna
- Guided cloud forest night walk (Monteverde)
- Guided hike in Manuel Antonio NP
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
- Hotels (8 Nights)
- Accommodation for family trips has been chosen to give the best location and facilities for your family. They may vary depending on the location and destination, but designed to give the most comfortable experience while travelling.
- You and your family will generally be sharing rooms on a twin or triple share basis. These rooms will be either adjoining or located at close proximity to each other.
- Families will be roomed together and not with other families everywhere we stay. If you have any special hotel requests at the time of booking, let us know and we will do what we can to accommodate them.
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides
- 8 breakfasts, 1 lunch
- Private vehicle, boat, walking
- Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
Operator
G Adventures came from a desire to deliver authentic and responsible small group travel adventures that were equally life-changing for travellers and the communities they visit. And we’re been doing just that for almost 30 years. Our award-winning trips span seven continents and over 100 countries, giving you meaningful more experiences with people, cultures, landscapes and wildlife, as well as offering you the freedom and flexibility to explore on your own.
On all of our tours, you get to know locals every step of the way, from the places you visit and stay to where you eat and drink. You’ll also get to experience our ‘G for Good’ social impact initiatives on-trip, including our industry-leading ‘Ripple Score’. This score measures, as a percentage, the amount of money that stays in the local community through on-trip services like accommodation, restaurants and transport.
On all of our tours, you get to know locals every step of the way, from the places you visit and stay to where you eat and drink. You’ll also get to experience our ‘G for Good’ social impact initiatives on-trip, including our industry-leading ‘Ripple Score’. This score measures, as a percentage, the amount of money that stays in the local community through on-trip services like accommodation, restaurants and transport.
Trip Style: Family
G's Family Tours are designed for younger travellers, offering age-appropriate activities, family friendly accommodations, and guides who know how to engage both children and adults. With a focus on culture through language, food, sports, and crafts, these trips create space for learning, connection, and fun. Travelling alongside other families, children make fast friends and everyone leaves with lasting memories.
Dates & Pricing
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Sunday
01 Mar 2026
01 Mar 26
San Jose
Monday
09 Mar 2026
09 Mar 26
San Jose
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$2,199
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
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Wednesday
04 Mar 2026
04 Mar 26
San Jose
Thursday
12 Mar 2026
12 Mar 26
San Jose
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$2,199
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
Sold Out
Friday
06 Mar 2026
06 Mar 26
San Jose
Saturday
14 Mar 2026
14 Mar 26
San Jose
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$2,199
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
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Sunday
08 Mar 2026
08 Mar 26
San Jose
Monday
16 Mar 2026
16 Mar 26
San Jose
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$2,199
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
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Wednesday
11 Mar 2026
11 Mar 26
San Jose
Thursday
19 Mar 2026
19 Mar 26
San Jose
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$2,099
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
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Friday
13 Mar 2026
13 Mar 26
San Jose
Saturday
21 Mar 2026
21 Mar 26
San Jose
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$2,199
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
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Sunday
15 Mar 2026
15 Mar 26
San Jose
Monday
23 Mar 2026
23 Mar 26
San Jose
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$2,199
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Wednesday
18 Mar 2026
18 Mar 26
San Jose
Thursday
26 Mar 2026
26 Mar 26
San Jose
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$2,199
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
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Friday
20 Mar 2026
20 Mar 26
San Jose
Saturday
28 Mar 2026
28 Mar 26
San Jose
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$2,199
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
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Sunday
22 Mar 2026
22 Mar 26
San Jose
Monday
30 Mar 2026
30 Mar 26
San Jose
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$2,199
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Wednesday
25 Mar 2026
25 Mar 26
San Jose
Thursday
02 Apr 2026
02 Apr 26
San Jose
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$2,199
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
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Note
A definite departure means minimum numbers have been reached for this departure to operate. Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will check the availability of your departure date when you Inquire. Additional savings may apply. T&C’s apply.
A definite departure means minimum numbers have been reached for this departure to operate. Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will check the availability of your departure date when you Inquire. Additional savings may apply. T&C’s apply.
Note
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by G Adventures. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from the cruise-line and should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by G Adventures. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from the cruise-line and should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
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