9 Day Custom Tour
Dynamic pricing from $2,092
Discover the reasons why vacationing in Costa Rica is so popular on this customizable experience spent exploring the unforgettable scenery. Scour the trees for toucans and scarlet macaws perching in the canopy, and walk with the rare Blue Morpho in a garden dedicated to the preservation of the Costa Rica’s vibrant butterflies. Wander through lava fields and soothe your body in relaxing hot springs, embrace the excitement of finding waterfalls, and find the thrill of flying on a zip line. From organic farms to private reserves, national parks to volcanic peaks, your time spent in Costa Rica will leave you relaxed after your amazing adventures. For further inspiration, consider browsing our other Costa Rica vacations to create your perfect trip itinerary.
11 Day Custom Tour
Dynamic pricing from $2,998
Luxury and sustainability go hand-in-hand during your handpicked 11-day Costa Rica tour. Whether traveling as an adventurous family or looking for a romantic getaway, this featured tour offers endless options perfect for your needs, goals, and preferences. From sailing through the sky on a zipline or searching for elusive sloths, lounging on pristine beaches or relaxing in thermal springs, you will have the ultimate tour tailored to you.
7 Day Custom Tour
Dynamic pricing from $1,633
Costa Rica is a paradise in every way, known for its tropical weather and lush rainforests, charming people and captivating wildlife. On this 7-day family vacation, you will find something to please everyone. Zip line through the trees to please your adventurous son or horseback ride on the beach to appease your children’s storybook dreams. Trek through monkey-ridden jungles and dive into a coral decorated seafloor. From whale watching to bird watching you will find the blissful pleasure of a happy family on this seamlessly immersive paradise.
9 Day Custom Tour
Dynamic pricing from $2,218
With seclusion comes adventure during your exciting 9-day Costa Rica off the beaten path tour. Embrace the majesty of the soaring mountains and the exciting intensity of the jungle terrain. Revel in the sunset over the Pacific, listen to the chattering birdlife or wander the forest. Whether searching for exuberant sea life or exciting wildlife hidden in the canopy, you can embrace the variety and adventure of Costa Rica.
9 Day Custom Tour
Dynamic pricing from $2,209
With romantic seclusion and tropical grandeur, you can embrace the treasures of adventure and passion during your 9-day Costa Rica tour for couples and adventure. Enjoy exceptional panoramas, wander through blossoming gardens, or indulge in the seductive quiet of a couple’s massage. From river rafting to birdwatching, powdery white sand to sloths, you can capture the romance of Pura Vida as you explore Costa Rica as a couple.
16 Day Custom Tour
Dynamic pricing from $3,947
Nestled between Panama and Nicaragua, Costa Rica presents visitors with an abundance of adventure as well as modern comforts, and this 16-day tour has been handcrafted to deliver plenty of both. Throughout this trip, you will enjoy the charms of this unique corner of Central America. From the heights of Mt. Arenal to the shores of Tortuguero National Park, active explorations will ensure that you see and experience everything you desire.
12 Day Custom Tour
Dynamic pricing from $5,395
The world’s most coveted coffees, chocolates, and cocktails blend seamlessly on this 12-day journey through Costa Rica, immersing you in the origins of some of the most prized coffee and cocoa beans. Enjoy a cup of fresh drip brewed in the micro-mills where coffee beans are grown for world champion baristas and coffee cuppers (the sommeliers of the coffee world). Indulge in decadent organic dark chocolate and sip on rum harvested from locally sourced sugar canes. This tour also visits an organic farm where natural ingredients that accentuate the flavors of coffee are meticulously matured, such as vanilla, cinnamon, and black pepper. Embark on a unique adventure through Costa Rica's cloud forests, volcanoes and pristine nature that stimulates all of the senses, while simultaneously indulging in the famous laid-back lifestyle of La Pura Vida. EXPLORING FURTHER Did you know that Costa Rica contains an exceptional wealth of wildlife relative to its size? More than 5% of the world’s biodiversity can be found in Costa Rica, even though its landmass is a mere 0.03% of the planet. With over 100 protected areas, 801 miles of coastline, and 121 volcanic formations, the country contains 10% of the world’s butterflies, 750,000 species of insects, and 52 species of hummingbirds. To explore Costa Rica’s wildlife up close, consider browsing our Costa Rica vacations to include a face-to-face experience with a smiling sloth.
8 Day Custom Tour
Dynamic pricing from $1,867
The adventurous spirit waits for no one. On this customizable Costa Rica vacation you will find yourself exploring the far reaches of the countryside, from its shoreline edges to its towering mountaintops. Listen to the birds call out in the morning light and power down rapids as the water thunders around you. Meet like-minded people, filled with vitality and curiosity, engaging the world, one adventure at a time. Your desire to explore propels you forward leaving no reason to wait to visit Costa Rica.
7 Day Custom Tour
Dynamic pricing from $1,710
Discover the fascinating biodiversity, welcoming culture, and breathtaking natural beauty of Costa Rica during your custom-tailored tour for seniors. Whether traveling in a group, as a family, or as a couple, Costa Rica will inspire you with sensational wildlife alongside panoramas of active volcanic summits. Visit a traditional indigenous village for insight into traditional cuisine and crafts and then discover the tremendous vibrancy of the rainforest canopy on hanging bridges with piercing views into the treetops. The plumage of birds shines as radiant as the crystal-clear Pacific, and emerald forests hide the sleeping sloths, such is the charm of Costa Rica during your immersive exploration.
9 Day Custom Tour
Dynamic pricing from $2,200
Costa Rica brings an unforgettable gourmet experience to the table with a collection of tasty dishes and mouthwatering flavors alongside a colorful cultural heritage. Take in your luxurious culinary discovery tour in featured Zicasso hotels as your personalized Costa Rica vacation will highlight the comforting tastes of authentic mountain retreats and coastal getaways. Vibrant markets overflow with historical personality, and the coffee culture is committed to showcasing the distinctive properties of the country’s favored regions. From chocolate to scarlet macaws, tropical produce to resplendent quetzals, celebrate La Pura Vida with an extravagance of Costa Rica’s wildlife and cuisine.
7 Day Custom Tour
Dynamic pricing from $1,675
This week-long Costa Rica vacation exudes luxury and excitement, exploration and excellence, and is custom-tailored to your preferred experiences. Enjoy a carefree existence in thermal springs heated by the volcanic activity of Arenal. Listen to the waves lap against the Pacific coastline and watch the clouds fade over the highland rainforest in Monteverde. Scour the treetops on hanging bridges and zip lines to find the active lifestyles of howler monkeys, toucans, sloths, and iguanas. A perfect Costa Rica vacation becomes a perfect week and will be accentuated by the bountiful splendors of luxury resorts, landscapes, and wildlife.
7 Day Custom Tour
Dynamic pricing from $1,633
Costa Rica surpasses the paradisiacal and borders dreamlike. On this 7-day tour you will experience the true splendor of the country, finding both luxury and adventure in the rolling hills and glowing beaches. Whether you have wandered through the lush rainforests before, or you wish to discover the magnificent charm of the white sandy beaches of Manuel Antonio for the first time, this vacation will take you beyond the possible and into the desirable. Discover what it feels like when tropical dreams come true.
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LuxurySeniorsFamilyHoneymoonsCouplesEco ToursThe best months to visit Costa Rica are between January and May.
The country has two distinct seasons, the dry season of December to May and the rainy season between June and November. The dry season is the most popular with travelers for its warm weather, but the rainy season has much to offer with clear mornings and afternoon showers with pleasantly cool weather.
Costa Rica’s regions offer incredible diversity, so no matter the time of year you would like to travel, you can enjoy every day of your trip.
From beaches to rainforests, waterways to cloud forests, here are some of the best places to visit in Costa Rica:
- Arenal: As one of the premier locations in Costa Rica, Arenal offers adventure and scenic wonders. From ziplining to the volcano’s conical peak, whitewater rafting to waterfall hikes, you can enjoy the thrills and natural beauty.
- Manuel Antonio: The picture-perfect combination of rainforest and white-sand beach, Manuel Antonio is often the highlight of a trip. Scuba dive, kayak, search for tree frogs, or lounge on luxurious coastline as you plan your unforgettable time in the national park.
- Monteverde: The mountainous terrain in the Central Highlands is a welcome escape from the tropical heat. Find an introduction to the cloud forest canopy with horseback riding, butterfly farms, and some of the most impressive birdlife to see in Central America.
- Tortuguero: Majestic and surprising, Tortuguero in the northeast corner of Costa Rica can feel exotic with its canals and the highest sea turtle population in Latin America.
Whether eager to lounge on some of the best beaches in the South America or witness the breathtaking biodiversity, sail through the trees or snorkel colorful reefs, here are some of our top things to do in Costa Rica:
- Relax on quiet beaches in view of the crystal-clear Pacific or Atlantic oceans
- Taste the delicious local cuisine with a private cooking class
- Enjoy a ziplining excursion and fly through the forest canopy
- Take to the whitewater on a thrilling rafting adventure
- Sample the incredible flavors of Costa Rican chocolate at a cocoa farm
- Follow the jungle trails in search of fantastic waterfalls
- Learn to surf at your pace
Costa Rica is known for its rich biodiversity, aromatic coffee, and great beaches. Home to some of the most biodiverse regions in the world, the combination of adventure excursions and relaxing beach vacations is a big draw for many travelers. Among the many things Costa Rica is known for are volcanoes and fascinating wildlife and marine life. View active lava flows, find wild toucans, or discover a new surf spot when enjoying tours of Costa Rica.
From a secluded shoreline bordered by dense rainforest to a panoramic coast with powdery white sands, there are plenty of incredible beaches in Costa Rica.Here are some of our favorites you can visit on Costa Rica tour packages:
- Manuel Antonio Beach
- Playa Conchal
- Dominical Beach
- Tamarindo Beach
- Playa Hermosa
The biodiversity in Costa Rica supports the incredible wildlife with fantastic animal populations ranging from high in the mountains to deep in the oceans.
Whether interested in birds or monkeys, exotic fish or big cats, here’s our list of the top animals to see on Costa Rica tours:
- Scarlet macaws
- Hummingbirds
- Toucans
- Resplendent quetzals
- Red-eyed tree frogs
- Bair’d tapir
- Jaguars
- Margays
- Squirrel monkeys
- Sea turtles
Whether on an adventure tour through the Central Valley or looking for the best beaches, our Costa Rica itineraries can uncover the best of the country for you. Here are three of our most popular trips you can personalize with a travel expert:
- Best of Costa Rica Vacation: Volcanoes, Hot Springs, Cloud Forest, and Beaches is an immediate immersion into the highlights of Costa Rica’s microclimates, adventures, and beauty from the Central Valley to the Pacific Coast.
- Combine fantastic wildlife sightings with luxurious accommodations and exciting ways to experience new places during this Handcrafted Costa Rica Tour: Finest Tropical Escape.
Costa Rica Family Friendly Vacation: Jungle, Wildlife & Beach is a remarkable journey for kids of all ages as you experience rafting and ziplining, relaxing beaches and spotting
Explore more information in our frequently asked questions about planning a trip to Costa Rica and find inspiration in our Costa Rica travel guide.
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