Costa Rica Quest
Deal number: 22367196
G Adventures
This deal expires 04 Dec 2026
Valid for select departures between 30 Oct - 30 Apr 2027
Costa Rica
8-day tour
Price from
£1,835*
per person
Deal number: 22367196
Packed with value:
Return Flights from the UK IncludedInternational return flights from the UK to Costa Rica
13 Day Costa Rica Active AdventureAn action-packed G Adventures journey featuring rafting, hiking, biking, rainforest exploration, volcanoes and Caribbean beaches
13 Nights AccommodationHotels and a remote rainforest lodge stay throughout Costa Rica, including 1 pre-tour night in San José
3 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches & 2 DinnersIncluded during selected experiences throughout your adventure
13 Trees for DaysOne tree is planted for every day of your tour through G Adventures' Trees for Days initiative, supporting global reforestation efforts
Explore Costa Rica from just £169 per day*Based on a total holiday price of £2,199, including thrilling outdoor adventures, wildlife encounters, rainforest experiences and Caribbean coast exploration
Why G Adventures? For more than 35 years, G Adventures has been creating life-changing small-group adventures that connect travellers with local communities, cultures and authentic experiences while supporting responsible tourism.
Experience why Costa Rica is known as the Adventure Capital of the Americas with hiking, biking, rafting and wildlife encounters across some of the country's most spectacular landscapes.
Raft the legendary Pacuare River and enjoy an unforgettable stay at a remote rainforest lodge surrounded by pristine jungle and extraordinary biodiversity.
Explore the cloud forests of Monteverde, discover the volcanic landscapes of Arenal and unwind on the laid-back Caribbean coastline of Puerto Viejo.
Travel with purpose on a tour featuring a perfect 100 Ripple Score, ensuring maximum benefit to local communities and businesses throughout Costa Rica.
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Group Size: Small Group.
Travel Style: Active. Hiking, biking, rafting and outdoor adventures designed for active travellers.
Physical Rating: Average. Suitable for travellers comfortable with moderate levels of physical activity.
Transport: Private vehicles, rafting excursions and local transportation throughout Costa Rica.
Chief Experience Officer: Experienced G Adventures tour leader throughout your journey.
Ripple Score: 100. This score measures the percentage of trip spend that remains in the local economy, benefiting local communities and businesses.
Trees for Days: 13 trees planted. One tree is planted for every day of your tour to support global reforestation initiatives.
Included Experiences: Pacuare River rafting adventure, Monteverde exploration, guided biking in La Fortuna, rainforest lodge stay, surf lesson in Puerto Viejo and Caribbean coast exploration.
Accommodation: Hotels and rainforest lodge accommodation (13 nights), including 1 pre-tour night in San José.
Book with Confidence: Your dedicated Flight Centre Travel Expert, 24/7 emergency assistance and full ATOL & Package Travel Regulations protection included.
Itinerary
Set off on a Costa Rican adventure as you explore misty cloud forests and search for sloths and monkeys on this action-packed Journey with G Adventures. Beginning in the capital San José, you’ll have the chance to walk through the jungle canopies, hike to waterfalls, soak in hot springs, white water raft the rivers or simply relax on the beach, as you visit the stand-out regions of La Fortuna, Monteverde and Manuel Antonio National Park.
Day 1
Fly from the UK to San José
Fly from the UK to San José
Day 2
San José
Arrive in San Jose, Costa Rica’s colourful capital, and meet the rest of your group and your CEO (G Adventures group leader) at your welcome meeting. Depending on what time you arrive, you might have some free time to explore the city. Perhaps explore the museums, including the Gold Museum and the Jade Museum, or browse the central market, which sells just about anything you could ever think of. Alternatively, you could check out the Teatro Nacional, a lavish building over a century old and with a great little café if you’re feeling peckish.
Autentico Hotel (or similar)
San José
Arrive in San Jose, Costa Rica’s colourful capital, and meet the rest of your group and your CEO (G Adventures group leader) at your welcome meeting. Depending on what time you arrive, you might have some free time to explore the city. Perhaps explore the museums, including the Gold Museum and the Jade Museum, or browse the central market, which sells just about anything you could ever think of. Alternatively, you could check out the Teatro Nacional, a lavish building over a century old and with a great little café if you’re feeling peckish.
Autentico Hotel (or similar)
Days 3-4
La Fortuna
Today, you’ll leave the city behind and head for Sarapiqui, where you’ll call in at the Mi Cafecito Community Coffee Plantation, which is supported by G Adventures. Here you’ll have the chance to learn more about coffee production and taste a freshly brewed cup of coffee. Afterwards, you’ll continue to La Fortuna, where you’ll have the afternoon and next day free to relax in the hot springs at Arenal Volcano, hike the nature trails, swim in the waterfalls, try whitewater rafting or stand up paddle boarding, or have a go at canyoning (all extra cost). Don’t forget to look out for monkeys and sloths!
Hotel Eco Arenal (or similar)
Included Excursion:
Mi Cafecito Coffee Cooperative Tour, Arenal Volcano Hot Springs visit
La Fortuna
Today, you’ll leave the city behind and head for Sarapiqui, where you’ll call in at the Mi Cafecito Community Coffee Plantation, which is supported by G Adventures. Here you’ll have the chance to learn more about coffee production and taste a freshly brewed cup of coffee. Afterwards, you’ll continue to La Fortuna, where you’ll have the afternoon and next day free to relax in the hot springs at Arenal Volcano, hike the nature trails, swim in the waterfalls, try whitewater rafting or stand up paddle boarding, or have a go at canyoning (all extra cost). Don’t forget to look out for monkeys and sloths!
Hotel Eco Arenal (or similar)
Included Excursion:
Mi Cafecito Coffee Cooperative Tour, Arenal Volcano Hot Springs visit
Days 5-6
Monteverde
Travelling by bus, you’ll head for the misty cloud forest at Monteverde. Here you’ll enjoy a guided night walk in the jungle to look for nocturnal wildlife, and then have a full free day to explore. Take your pick from ziplining, horse riding, walking along the cloud forest’s suspension bridges, touring the Santa Elena Cloud Forest (look out for the colourful quetzal) and visiting a butterfly garden. For something a little different, head to the sugar mill at El Trapiche and lean about sugar cane, banana, coffee and cocoa harvesting with the farmers.
Hotel Historias Lodge (or similar)
Included Excursion:
Guided Cloud Forest Night Walk
Monteverde
Travelling by bus, you’ll head for the misty cloud forest at Monteverde. Here you’ll enjoy a guided night walk in the jungle to look for nocturnal wildlife, and then have a full free day to explore. Take your pick from ziplining, horse riding, walking along the cloud forest’s suspension bridges, touring the Santa Elena Cloud Forest (look out for the colourful quetzal) and visiting a butterfly garden. For something a little different, head to the sugar mill at El Trapiche and lean about sugar cane, banana, coffee and cocoa harvesting with the farmers.
Hotel Historias Lodge (or similar)
Included Excursion:
Guided Cloud Forest Night Walk
Days 7-8
Quepos
Continue on to Quepos, gateway to Manuel Antonio National Park. Choose to relax on the soft white beaches, head into the park or perhaps sign up for a salsa class. Manuel Antonio National Park offers plenty of activities – try hiking the trails, photographing the views, looking for sloths and monkeys, swimming in the clear blue sea. If you fancy something more adventurous, try kayaking, whitewater rafting, surfing or sailing, and don’t forget to look out for dolphins, rays and myriad tropical fish.
Hotel Mimos (or similar)
Quepos
Continue on to Quepos, gateway to Manuel Antonio National Park. Choose to relax on the soft white beaches, head into the park or perhaps sign up for a salsa class. Manuel Antonio National Park offers plenty of activities – try hiking the trails, photographing the views, looking for sloths and monkeys, swimming in the clear blue sea. If you fancy something more adventurous, try kayaking, whitewater rafting, surfing or sailing, and don’t forget to look out for dolphins, rays and myriad tropical fish.
Hotel Mimos (or similar)
Day 9
San Jose
After a free morning on the beach, return to San José. At an altitude of 1,200m, Costa Rica’s capital is a mountainous place surrounded by verdant valleys, and is a great place to simply wander around, taking in the historic architecture, the hustle and bustle and the cute cafés. Perhaps head down to the Plaza and watch the street performers, or try the market for some last-minute souvenirs. In the evening, say goodbye to your group over a farewell dinner.
Autentico Hotel (or similar)
San Jose
After a free morning on the beach, return to San José. At an altitude of 1,200m, Costa Rica’s capital is a mountainous place surrounded by verdant valleys, and is a great place to simply wander around, taking in the historic architecture, the hustle and bustle and the cute cafés. Perhaps head down to the Plaza and watch the street performers, or try the market for some last-minute souvenirs. In the evening, say goodbye to your group over a farewell dinner.
Autentico Hotel (or similar)
Days 10-11
Depart San José and return to the UK
Depart San José and return to the UK
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Deal number: 22367196Costa Rica Quest
G Adventures
Valid for select departures between 30 Oct - 30 Apr 2027
Costa Rica
8-day tour
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