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Tropical Costa Rica

with Optional 3-Night Jungle Adventure Pre Tour Extension

10 DAYS-Fly from Edmonton to San Jose and return home from Liberia

Lush forests and stunning waterfalls… rumbling volcanoes and endless coastlines… Costa Rica is a paradise teeming with exotic plants and incredible animals. Enjoy the tranquil views of Arenal Volcano from your hotel. Explore part of the 20,000-acre nature preserve of Cano Negro on a riverboat adventure. Spend two nights in Monteverde’s lush cloud forest. Experience the forest canopy on your choice of a hanging bridges nature walk or an exhilarating zip lining tour. Soak in the sunshine at Playa Carrillo, Guanacaste, known for its breathtaking beauty and fine sandy beaches. You will find a slice of paradise and so much more.

  • 2026 Group departure date
  • 10 days | November 29
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Edmonton to San Jose, Costa Rica

Today your tour through Costa Rica opens in the colourful capital city of San Jose, the perfect place to relax and soak up the sights as your adventure begins.

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San Jose, Costa Rica

Enjoy time to get to know the place where your journey begins. (B)

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San Jose – Coffee Plantation – Arenal

Welcome to the Central Valley. Begin with a tour of a local coffee plantation highlighting the history and cultivation of this driver of the Costa Rican economy. This afternoon, check in for a leisurely 3-night stay at a lodge overlooking the majestic Arenal Volcano. (B, D)

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Arenal – Cano Negro – Arenal

Embark on a Cano Negro guided riverboat trip in a covered canoe known as a panga. These 20,000 acres are home to the largest viewable collection of indigenous wildlife in all of Costa Rica. Go in search of caimans, river otters, sloths, monkeys, river turtles, exotic birds and rare butterflies. Later, return to Arenal for the chance to relax at your resort. (B)

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Arenal

Today, explore a family-owned farm, getting a peek into the daily lives of the locals. During a tour of the gardens, learn how the plants are organically grown through the concept of sustainability. The farm considers itself a “classroom without borders.” Taste the exotic fruit harvest and experience the traditional way to process sugar cane. Enjoy a sip of cane liquor before engaging in a culinary demonstration and a farm-to-table lunch. (B, L)

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Arenal – Lake Arenal Cruise – Monteverde

Enjoy a delightful cruise on Lake Arenal, Costa Rica’s largest and most important lake. Then, it’s off to the secluded Monteverde Cloud Forest, a place you have to see to believe, where trees grow to heights of 100 feet! Set off on a nature walk through this spectacular ecosystem, where you’re sure to encounter many incredible species of flora and fauna. (B, D)

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Monteverde It’s your choice!

This morning, join an expert for a leisurely paced “Hanging Bridges” walking tour to gain a different perspective of the cloud forest’s lush ecosystem -OR- take an exhilarating ride on one of the longest canopy zip line tours in Costa Rica. Your afternoon is at leisure, or, if you would like to do both the hanging bridges and the zip line tour, you may purchase the second as an option on tour. This evening, take part in an expert-led discussion about the migratory birds that flock to Costa Rica. (B, D)

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Monteverde – Guanacaste

Today we make our way to breathtaking Guanacaste, known for its fine sandy beaches. Settle in for a relaxing 2-night stay at your resort and take in the mesmerizing ocean views. (B, D)

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Guanacaste

Fun in the sun is in store today as you explore the nearby beaches, or simply relax by the pool and take advantage of your resort’s lovely amenities. This afternoon, visit the delightful beach town of Samara for some local culture. Return to your hotel in time to catch a Costa Rican sunset and soak in the spectacular colours as the sun illuminates the natural landscape before your final dinner. (B, D)

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Guanacaste – Tour Ends

Today you depart for home with fabulous memories of your Costa Rican adventure. (B)

Costa Rica Tropical Adventure Map

  Itinerary at a glance

Days 1, 2          Doubletree Cariari Hotel, San Jose
Days 3 – 5       Mountain Paradise Hotel, Arenal
Days 6, 7         El Establo, Monteverde
Days 8, 9         Nammbu Beachfront Bungalows, Guanacaste

  On some dates alternate hotels may be used.

Included in Your Holiday

  • 15 Meals: 9 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 5 Dinners
  • Monteverde Cloud Forest
  • Hanging Bridges or Canopy Adventure
  • Farm Tour and Lunch
  • Coffee Plantation
  • Arenal Volcano
  • Cano Negro Refuge
  • Lake Arenal Cruise

2026 Prices

Included in Price: Round Trip Air from Edmonton Intl Airport, Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges of $150 per person (subject to increase until paid in full), Hotel Transfers
Not included in price: Cancellation Waiver and Insurance of $599 per person
* All Rates are Per Person and are subject to change, based on air inclusive package from YEG (Edmonton)
SPECIALTY TOUR OFFERED WITH “CHANGE OF MIND” CANCELLATION POLICY
FREE DOOR-TO-DOOR AIRPORT TRANSFER WITHIN 100 KM

Twin
$4,649.00

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