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Overview
Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 15 Day Costa Rica North and South: National Parks, Wildlife & Hot Springs. Experience Costa Rica to the fullest on this comprehensive 15-day exploration into the country's spectacular, diverse landscapes. Featuring a perfect blend of essential highlights like La Fortuna and Manuel Antonio National Park, venture even deeper into the unspoiled jungle and beaches of the Osa Peninsula in search of wildlife and adventure. Stay in motion with kayaking and hiking, with time for kicking back in regenerative natural hot springs. Costa Rica is calling—be sure to pick up.
Our Price From
US$7,274 per person
Price shown based on twin share
Save up to $225 per person
Operator
G Adventures
Trip Style
Geluxe Collection
Budget
Premium
Age Range
6-99 Years
Max. Group Size
18
Pace
Moderate
Guiding Style
Fully Guided
Itinerary
Arrive to Costa Rica at any time and transfer to the hotel. Meet your fellow group members at the welcome meeting in the evening and get all the important information about the adventure ahead. Afterwards, head to a nearby restaurant for a delicious welcome dinner with new friends. Stay: Gran Hotel Costa Rica (D)
Travel by minibus and boat from San José to Tortuguero National Park. After lunch, take the first of 2 kayaking excursions to the nearby canals to spot wildlife. Stay: Pachira Lodge (B/L/D)
Take an optional morning boat safari to spot wildlife at dawn when things are most active. After breakfast head out again by kayak to explore some of the secondary canals and waterways. Enjoy free time in the afternoon to visit the nearby town or to relax by the pool. Stay: Pachira Lodge (B/L/D)
Travel by boat and bus from Arenal to La Fortuna with a stop en route at a coffee cooperative. Arrive to La Fortuna in the late afternoon and enjoy a free evening to choose from one of the many great restaurants or join the CEO at their local favourite. Stay: Hotel Lomas del Volcán (B/L)
Choose from either zip-lining or canyoning in the morning with an included lunch afterwards. Free afternoon to relax or head to Tabacón hot springs early with the day pass and have dinner at the resort before returning to the hotel. Stay: Hotel Lomas del Volcán (B/L/D)
Visit the hanging bridges en route to Rio Celeste, arriving in time for lunch. Free afternoon to relax or to do optional activities from the hotel before dinner. Stay: Rio Celeste Hideaway Hotel (B/L/D)
Transfer to the entrance of Volcán Tenorio National Park and hike to Rio Celeste Waterfall. Free afternoon for optional activities from the hotel before a farewell dinner in the evening. Stay: Rio Celeste Hideaway Hotel (B/L/D)
Travel from Rio Celeste to San José by minibus and have lunch at a local restaurant near the hotel. In the afternoon set off to explore the city by bicycle and on foot with a local guide before meeting up in the evening for dinner. Stay: Gran Hotel Costa Rica (B/D)
Travel from San José to the Chirripó Mountain area with a stop at Irazú Volcano before continuing to the eco-camp glamping retreat for the evening. Stay: Kinkara Luxury Retreat (B/L/D)
Choose either a wildlife excursion or a waterfall hike and yoga before lunch at the eco-camp. Enjoy a free afternoon for relaxing, on-site wellness activities, or to explore the trails around the camp on foot. Stay: Kinkara Luxury Retreat (B/L/D)
Travel south to the town of Puerto Jimenez. Take an orientation walk around town with the CEO followed by an optional walk to the nearby beach. Stay: Hotel Botanika (B/L)
Embark on a full-day hiking and wildlife excursion into Corcovado National Park with a local naturalist guide. Stay: Hotel Botanika (B/L)
Travel from the Osa Peninsula to Manuel Antonio National Park with a stop en route for a hike and a typical rural lunch. Stay: Parador Nature Resort and Spa (B/L)
Take a half-day excursion into Manuel Antonio National Park with a naturalist guide. Free afternoon for relaxing at the beach and optional activities before a farewell dinner in the evening. Stay: Parador Nature Resort and Spa (B/D)
Two departure shuttles will be provided from the Manuel Antonio hotel directly to the San José airport, where the tour ends on arrival. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- Look for tropical birds and monkeys while kayaking the canals of Tortuguero National Park.
- Soak in the restorative thermal springs at Tabacón Resort.
- Hike to an intensely blue-coloured waterfall in Volcán Tenorio National Park. Savour delicious farm-to-table cuisine at a wellness eco-camp.
- Search for wildlife in the pristine Corcovado National Park.
- Spot sloths and hit the beach in Manuel Antonio Antonio National Park.
- Your G for Good Moment: Mi Cafecito Coffee Tour, Sarapiquí
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group Your OM
- G Day: Ziplining or Waterfall Canyoning, La Fortuna
- Your Wellness Moment: Tabacón Hot Springs Resort and Dinner, La Fortuna Your OM
- G Day: Wildlife Excursion or Waterfall Hike & Yoga, Chirripó
- Complimentary arrival transfer
- Welcome dinner
- Two days of kayaking in Tortuguero National Park
- Walk to a waterfall in San Miguel de Sarapiquí
- Day pass at Tabacón Hot Spring Resort with dinner
- Hanging bridges excursion to spot wildlife from La Fortuna
- Hike to the Rio Celeste Waterfall in Volcán Tenorio National Park
- Bikes & Bites tour in San Jose
- Visit the viewpoints and walking trails of Irazú Volcano
- Orientation walk of Puerto Jimenez
- Full-day hiking and wildlife expedition into Corcovado National Park with a naturalist guide
- Walk to a waterfall and have a traditional rural lunch at a mountain reserve
- Half-day excursion into Manuel Antonio National Park with a naturalist guide
- Farewell dinner
- Departure transfer
- All tips included for activities and meals, except for CEO and porterage
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
- Hotels (10 Nights), Jungle Lodge (2 Nights), Permanent glamping tent with shared facilities (2 Nights)
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides
- 14 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 10 dinners
- Private vehicle, kayak, 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: Geluxe Collection
Geluxe Active Adventure puts comfort first. Stay in handpicked accommodations, including one unforgettable “OMG Stay” for its wow-factor. Each trip features an “OMG Day” with two extraordinary experiences to suit hikers, history buffs, and food lovers. Enjoy extras like pre-paid tips, arrival transfers on most trips and more included dining than other G Adventures styles. Geluxe “rolls out the purple carpet” for travelers seeking style, depth and total comfort.
Dates & Pricing
USD
Saturday
14 Feb 2026
14 Feb 26
San Jose
Saturday
28 Feb 2026
28 Feb 26
San Jose
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$8,299
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
Sold Out
Saturday
28 Feb 2026
28 Feb 26
San Jose
Saturday
14 Mar 2026
14 Mar 26
San Jose
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$8,299
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
Sold Out
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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