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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable 8-day adventure through the natural wonders of Costa Rica with the Costa Rica Highlights Adventure tour. Begin your journey in the vibrant city of San Jose, where you can explore its lively streets and cultural landmarks. Venture into the lush landscapes of Tortuguero National Park, where guided boat tours and rainforest hikes reveal the region's rich biodiversity. Experience the awe-inspiring Arenal Volcano and unwind in the soothing Baldi Hot Springs. Discover the enchanting Monteverde cloud forest, home to unique wildlife and thrilling zip-lining experiences. Throughout your journey, enjoy comfortable accommodations, delicious meals, and the expertise of English-speaking guides. With a perfect blend of nature and culture, this tour offers an immersive experience in one of the world's most biodiverse countries. ...more ...less
Highlights
Enjoy free time in Arenal Volcano National Park.
Discover the enchanting Monteverde cloud forest.
Explore the vibrant and friendly streets of San Jose.
Take a guided boat tour in Tortuguero National Park.
Hike through the lush tropical rainforest of Tortuguero.
Experience the thrill of zip-lining through the Monteverde cloud forest.
Relax in the hot springs near Arenal Volcano.
Itinerary
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Welcome to Costa Rica! We'll be waiting at the airport to transfer you to your accommodation. The rest of the day will be yours to explore the city of San Jose on your own.
Day 2
:
San Jose - Tortuguero National Park, Costa Rica
Location: Tortuguero National Park
Accommodation Name: lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transfer to Guapiles for a traditional breakfast before you hop on a boat and take a guided trip to your lodge, spotting wildlife along the way. Have lunch at your lodge and enjoy another guided boat tour in the afternoon.
Day 3
:
Tortuguero National Park, Costa Rica
Location: Tortuguero National Park
Accommodation Name: lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today you'll take a hike through a lush tropical rainforest, spotting monkeys, slots, toucans and more. You'll return to your lodge for lunch and in the afternoon, you'll visit the town of Tortuguero.
Day 4
:
Tortuguero National Park - La Fortuna, Costa Rica
Location: La Fortuna
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Transfer to La Fortuna, a charming village at the foot of the world-famous Arenal Volcano.
Day 5
:
La Fortuna, Costa Rica
Location: La Fortuna
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
You'll have a free morning to explore La Fortuna for yourself. In the afternoon you'll be taken on a guided hiking adventure into Arenal Volcano National Park to explore old lava flows, discover the flora and fauna, and then stop at the hot springs!
Day 6
:
La Fortuna - Monteverde
Location: Monteverde
Meals Included: Breakfast
Take a boat across the Arenal Dam and you'll be transferred to your accommodation in Monteverde itself. In the afternoon, you have time to visit the village of St. Elena.
Day 7
:
Monteverde - San Jose, Costa Rica
Location: Monteverde
Meals Included: Breakfast
You'll be met by your guide in the morning to embark on your zip-line adventure through the Cloud Forest! You'll start your transfer back to San Jose in the afternoon.
Day 8
:
San Jose, Costa Rica
Location: San José
Meals Included: Breakfast
All good things must come to an end! We'll transfer you by shuttle from the hotel to the airport, depending on the time on your flight out.
What's Included
Accommodation
7 nights in hostels or 3-star hotels are included.
Transport
Airport pick-up and drop-off, shuttle transfers, and all transport as per itinerary are included.
Activities
Nature and cultural activities, including Arenal Volcano National Park and Baldi Hot Springs, and zipline in Monteverde are included.
Guides
An English-speaking guide is provided on some experiences.
Extras
Entry fees to Arenal Park and Monteverde are included.
What's Not Included
Other activities
Activities not listed in the itinerary are excluded.
Personal expenses and gratuities
Personal expenses and gratuities are not included.
Flights
Flights to and from Costa Rica are not included.
Meals not specified in the itinerary
Meals not specified in the itinerary are excluded.
Entrance fee to Tortuguero National Park
The entrance fee to Tortuguero National Park, which is 15 USD per person, is not included.
Mode of Transport
Experience seamless transportation with airport pick-up and drop-off, shuttle transfers between key locations, and a scenic bus and boat journey from San José to Tortuguero, ensuring a smooth travel experience throughout the itinerary.
Accommodation
Enjoy 7 nights in comfortable hostels or 3-star hotels, providing a cozy and convenient base for your Costa Rica adventure.
Check out our Q&As
What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides 7 nights of accommodation in hostels or 3-star hotels.
Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour includes 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 3 dinners.
What activities are included in the tour?
The tour includes nature and cultural activities, a visit to Arenal Volcano National Park with Baldi Hot Springs, ziplining in Monteverde, and all tours in Tortuguero according to the itinerary.
Is there a guide provided during the tour?
Yes, an English-speaking guide is provided on some experiences during the tour.
Are there any additional fees not included in the tour price?
Yes, the entrance fee to Tortuguero National Park, which is 15 USD per person, is not included in the tour price.
What kind of transport is included in the tour?
The tour includes airport pick-up and drop-off, shuttle transfers between various locations, transport to day trips, and a transfer by bus and boat from San José to Tortuguero and Guapiles.
What can I expect on the first day of the tour?
On the first day, you will be picked up from the airport in San José, Costa Rica, and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to explore the city at your leisure.
What is the highlight of the visit to Monteverde?
The highlight of the visit to Monteverde is zip-lining through the cloud forest, which offers an exhilarating experience flying through the lush canopy.
Is there an age limit?
No! Most of our bamba travellers fall between the ages of 18 - 35, but everyone is young at heart and welcome to come experience the world with us!
If you are between the ages of 18 and 118, we invite you to travel with bamba and have the time of your life!
Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Most of our trips cater to the adventurous independent traveller.
In fact, many of our travellers arrive on their own and quickly find that they easily meet like-minded people along the way at their hostels, on transportation, or during activities.
Do I need travel insurance?
We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip, especially when travelling in developing countries.
Bamba does not include travel insurance of any type.Your current medical insurance may cover part of your trip, so it is important for you to become familiar with your current coverage. We recommend purchasing additional travel insurance that provides coverage for medical emergencies, emergency evacuation and repatriation, lost or stolen items and unforeseen cancellations. If you plan to participate in activities such as white-water rafting, trekking, sand-buggy rides, etc please make sure they are included in your policy.
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Reviews of this operator
Jonas Nesset(Norway)
The company is exceptional. When...
Dec 10 2019
The company is exceptional. When I had questions, I always got prompt and professional answers. The excursions that Bamba organized were fantastic! Thank you once again for everything!
Shane Alce(United Kingdom)
For true explorers....
Aug 12 2019
For true explorers.
Marian Reder(Germany)
To this day, this is...
Oct 2 2019
To this day, this is the best tour we've ever done together as a couple! The fun activities, great hotels and nice guides worth the money! We were always taken care of and they made sure that we had a good time. This tour is definitely worth taking.
Tanja Ottosen(Denmark)
The Bamba Team really made...
Jan 9 2020
The Bamba Team really made my journey one of the most memorable experiences of my life! Still so nice and supportive! They handled everything and responded to each question within a few minutes. I wholeheartedly recommend it to everyone. Especially if you want to do a lot of activities and travel to a lot of different places without feeling rushed. They've also helped me with specific issues that weren't covered by the tour, as well as answering general questions. Thank you so much for making my journey so enjoyable!
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Braiden Rowe(United States)
The tour was fantastic; I...
Feb 12 2020
The tour was fantastic; I was able to visit some of Japan's most beautiful locations, and the accommodations were excellent, with convenient access to the city's best attractions. Also, our tour guide was fantastic. I will pick bamba again and recommend the tour to anyone who wants to see Japan while having a good time!!
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Aaron Davies(Australia)
I only have good words...
Oct 23 2019
I only have good words about our trip to Kenya. The entire experience was totally magical and I struggle to say how fantastic it was. We were fortunate enough to have a brilliant vehicle for ourselves, but we had great luck with David for our guide too. He was very knowledgeable, courteous and nice. Thank you for helping to create this fantastic safari experience. I Highly recommend this company.
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Matteo Hoffmeister(Germany)
Bamba Experience has been the...
Jun 5 2019
Bamba Experience has been the best tour guide I've ever had. Every tour has been a thrilling experience. There are so many things to choose from. Bamba has been extremely helpful in providing us with all of the necessary information for our departures and activities! Bamba has made this a simple and enjoyable experience. I'll certainly tell my friends and family about it! Thank you very much, Bamba!!
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Melanie Liu Chang(Australia)
We organized a trip through...
Feb 20 2020
We organized a trip through Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia on the hop-on, hop-off bus. It made the trip so much simpler for us as first-time travelers because we just had to send an email to arrange the bus, which avoided the hassle of looking for the best price and so on! We also had a number of tours included, they were all amazing and saved us the trouble of trying to find the best offers on our own; it also meant we got to see a lot of stuff we wouldn't have seen otherwise.
Overall, it was a fantastic experience that I will strongly suggest and use again!
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Marius Halvorson(Norway)
Our Bamba tour of Vietnam...
Jun 25 2019
Our Bamba tour of Vietnam was fantastic. We had a lot of new experiences and all of the help we needed to make this a stress-free vacation. The well-organized accomodation and transportation were excellent. We will certainly use Bamba in the future.
Alexis Helman(Australia)
I had booked our Uyuni...
Jun 25 2019
I had booked our Uyuni Salt Flats & Desert Adventure 3D/2N (Uyuni to Atacama) tour via an Australian travel agency, but they had made an error and refused to assist us or take responsibility. This was very difficult for us because we wanted to have a stress-free honeymoon. I contacted Bamba and I asked if we could talk on the phone so they made the improvements to our tour reservation that our travel agent declined to make. The quality of service was exceptional and they generously offered to us a complimentary gift because it was our honeymoon. I can't say enough good things about Bamba.
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Bamba Travel allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.
Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Bamba Travel allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform bamba travel, 60 days before departure.
Low Deposit
Bamba Travel requires a minimum deposit of
20%
or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 30 days before departure.
Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of bamba travel charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Costa Rica Highlights Adventure 8D/7N
8 Days Starting and ending in San José, Costa Rica
Visiting:
San José, Tortuguero National Park, La Fortuna, Monteverde
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