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Costa Rica is a natural wonderland, filled with bountiful nature and incredible wildlife. Explore the abundant rainforest and cloudforest, keeping your eyes peeled for the monkeys, sloths and colourful birds that call it home.
Our Colours of Costa Rica tour will see you exploring the most iconic sites, delving into deep-rooted culture and dining on delicious cuisine.
Explore the rainforest in the shadow of Arenal Volcano
Trail the elusive quetzal in Monteverde Cloudforest Reserve
Bathe on the beautiful Pacific beaches of this stunning national park
Spot colourful birdlife from coast to coast
Our Colours of Costa Rica Tour has been thoughtfully designed and thoroughly researched to bring you a range of once-in-a-lifetime experiences, many of which are entirely exclusive to us.
Venture across the exhilarating Arenal Hanging Bridges, draped through the lush canopy at the foot of Arenal Volcano, for a bird's eye view of the rainforest and a glimpse of the forest canopy wildlife.
Explore Costa Rica's most magical natural sight, the cloudforest of Monteverde, a biological reserve dedicated to protecting a unique ecosystem that is home to an astounding 50% of Costa Rica's flora and fauna.
Embark on a cruise through the resplendent waterways of Tortuguero National Park, passing between the marshy islands that provide shelter for a diverse range of wildlife, including sea turtles, otters and monkeys.
Fly to San José, Costa Rica’s capital, where you will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to start soaking up the local culture. Tonight, you will enjoy a welcome dinner.
Discover San José’s vibrant city centre before exploring the colonial character of Escazú. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, learn about the colourful tradition of ‘mascaradas’ from a local artisan and visit a traditional sugar cane mill.
Journey through the lush landscapes of Braulio Carrillo National Park, passing banana and cacao plantations before travelling by boat into the jungle wilderness of Tortuguero. Meet a local elder and discover how this former lumberjack community became one of Costa Rica’s most important wildlife protection areas.
Start the morning with a boat tour on the canals of the Tortuguero National Park, where you can expect to see anything from small reptiles such as the Jesus Christ Lizard, multiple species of migratory and stationary birds, or if you are lucky, the king of the Costa Rican jungles: the elusive jaguar. Stop at the town of Tortuguero to explore and learn about their way of living.
Leaving the Caribbean behind, your exploration continues crossing mountains, rivers and different kinds of forests, as you continue to one of the landmarks of Costa Rica, the Arenal Volcano. You will stop at the town of Sarapiqui to visit with a local farmer, tasting the delicacy of fresh cut Heart of Palm.
Discover the wildlife of Eco Centro Danaus before exploring the volcanic landscapes of Arenal 1968 Park, with spectacular views of Arenal Volcano and Arenal Lake. Finish the day relaxing in the warm waters of a natural hot spring.
Float peacefully along the Río Peñas Blancas, keeping watch for tropical birds, monkeys and other wildlife with the help of a naturalist guide. Visit a local cocoa farm to discover the journey from cacao bean to chocolate, with a delicious tasting to finish.
Journey from Arenal to the cloud forests of Monteverde, taking a scenic boat crossing of Lake Arenal with spectacular volcano views. Later, explore the cloud forest after dark on a magical night walk, discovering the fascinating nocturnal wildlife that emerges after sunset.
Explore Monteverde’s enchanting cloud forest on a walk across its famous Hanging Bridges, discovering the diverse flora and fauna found throughout the forest canopy. Later, learn about the fascinating history and Quaker heritage of Monteverde from a local host.
Journey from the cloud forests of Monteverde to the tropical landscapes of Manuel Antonio on Costa Rica’s Central Pacific Coast. Enjoy spectacular views as you descend towards the coast before arriving at your hotel and relaxing at leisure.
Wake up to explore the pristine natural beauty of this National Park filled with exotic wildlife such as monkeys, sloths, birds, reptiles and butterflies. A picturesque walk takes you to one of the beaches named the most beautiful in the world. Experience the lush rainforest, white sandy beaches below, and crystalline blue waters.
Explore the fascinating Isla Damas mangroves by boat, gliding through peaceful waterways beneath a canopy of mangrove trees. Keep watch for monkeys, sloths, iguanas, tropical birds and other wildlife as your naturalist guide brings this unique ecosystem to life.
Following on from breakfast and check-out, you will transfer to San José airport for your onward overnight flight home.
Our tours feature hand-picked properties selected for their comfort, modern amenities and convenient location for sightseeing. We occasionally include a stay in a guesthouse or lodge where we feel the character of the property will enhance your tour, or to allow access to a more unique and memorable location. Here is a taster of the type of hotels you will be staying in on your tour.
Places Visited: UK - San Jose (2N) - Tortuguero (2N) - Arenal (3N) - Monteverde (2N) - Manuel Antonio (3N) - UK
Make the most of your time away. Whether you want to delve deeper into a destination, discover somewhere completely new, or simply unwind on a beautiful beach, we've created a range of ways to help you stay a little longer and see a little more.
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Dedicated Solo departures are available on selected dates for this tour.
These solos-only departures feature smaller group sizes of up to 18, along with free airport lounge access.
There are no dedicated Solo departures for this year. You can enjoy any of our tours with no Single Supplement on our Happy to Share option or explore the solo departures in other years.
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