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Costa Rica Adventure: Plus

10 days, 4 cities  |  From $2,379 before flights  |  Payments as low as $84.96

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4.8 out of 5 stars

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Why go?

In Costa Rica, you’ll discover a new way of life—la pura vida. Experience lush rainforests, rich biodiversity and unspoiled beaches on an adventure to reconnect with nature, and hey, maybe even yourself.

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What you'll get

  • Round-trip flights & airport transfers (or book 'em yourself)
  • 9 nights in handpicked accommodations
  • 9 breakfasts
  • 4 dinners
  • Kayaking tour and hot springs experience in Arenal
  • Waterfall and cloud forest hikes
  • Beach days at Playa Manta and Manuel Antonio National Park
  • Expert Tour Director
  • 24/7 support

Picture yourself

  • Sipping the best coffee you’ve ever had, right at the source
  • Basking in the sun next to turquoise-blue waters
  • Snapping selfies with sloths, monkeys, and dolphins
  • Ziplining high above the lush Santa Elena Cloud Forest
  • Paddling through the rapids of the Sarapiqui River

Itinerary

Day 1: Fly to San José

Welcome to San José, Costa Rica, the cultural and political capital of this vibrant, thriving nation. Crack open a coconut and crank up the calypso music, you’re about to get tropical for the next 10 days.

Today’s highlights
  • Land at the airport and meet a waiting EF representative.
  • Transfer to your hotel to check in and check out your room.
  • Explore the area as you meet up with your fellow travelers, arriving one-by-one.

Day 2: Travel to Arenal Region, Kayak Lake Arenal, & Welcome Dinner

The rainforest is filled with secrets and today you get to be its closest confidant; Travel by bus to the Arenal region of Costa Rica, a quaint tropical town known for it’s not-so-quaint andesitic stratovolcano. Keep your eyes and ears open as you explore all of Arenal’s mysterious landforms, wildlife, and waters.

In the evening, it’s time for your Welcome Dinner. Enjoy appetizers and drinks with fellow travelers at an authentic local spot. Then it’s on to wherever your new friends and the party takes you.

Today’s highlights
  • Travel by bus from San Jose to your next Costa Rican destination
  • Kayak the pristine waters of Lake Arenal and take in volcanic views of the surrounding dormant magma-makers
  • Enjoy an included Welcome Dinner in Arenal at a local spot

Traveler photos

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars

Overall rating based on 231 traveler reviews

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PURA. VIDA. MAE

5 out of 5 stars

Traveler Jaida, traveled in Jul 2024

If you want 10 days of straight fun. This trip is it. I recommend it to anyone who loves to learn the culture of another country. You get fully immersed in Costa Rican culture. The food, the people, the activities, the hotels, everything was great!!! Eric really showed up and...

Amazing trip! Pura Vida!

5 out of 5 stars

Traveler Matthew, traveled in Jul 2024

This was my first EF trip and it did not fail to impress! The activities planned were great, as were the optional ones. Erick was an AMAZING tour director. I love the rain so going on this trip during the rainy season was no problem for me and the rain did not stop any of the...

CR July 2024

5 out of 5 stars

Traveler Kimberly, traveled in Jul 2024

I loved Costa Rica! Our tour guide Erick was knowledgeable! Be ready for being on the go 90% of the time; there is so much to see, in so little time!

¡Pura Vida!

5 out of 5 stars

Traveler Mary, traveled in Jul 2024

Costa Rica was amazing! Tons of adventures were had and the locals were very friendly. Such a beautiful country with delicious food!

Paradise

5 out of 5 stars

Traveler April, traveled in Jun 2024

What a time to be a live. What an experience to be remembered . This trip high lighted the beauty of Costa Rica. Victor, our guide was amazing and warm. Fresh fruit and ceviche to snack on during the bus rides was awesome. A great immersive experience. Costa Rica, I love you. EF...

Best Trip

5 out of 5 stars

Anonymous traveler, traveled in Jun 2024

So much adventure!

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