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18 to 35s One Week in Costa Rica

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Calling all nature lovers, solo travellers and young adventurers! Spend a week in Costa Rica beginning in San Jose – the thriving urban centre with colourful markets, vibrant nightlife and spontaneous art fairs. Explore Monteverde’s Cloud Forest at your own pace, keeping your eye out for the elusive quetzal bird. At La Fortuna, shadowed by the immense Arenal Volcano, spend free time chasing waterfalls or soaking away your worries in the geothermal hot springs. Hike and swim in Cahuita National Park, then take a Caribbean cooking class and enjoy some beach time in Puerto Viejo. If you’re lucky, spot sloths, hummingbirds, iguanas, monkeys, toucans and more. With a local leader with insider knowledge and a like-minded group of travellers, what better way to dive into Costa Rica?

Trip Name
18 to 35s One Week in Costa Rica
Last Updated
1970-01-01
Days
8
Capacity
16
Highlights
  • Explore Cahuita National Park on a hike through the lush vegetation and coastal beaches (where you can take a dip) and look out for the abundant wildlife on the land and in the sky.
  • Take part in a Caribbean cooking class in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, then sit down for lunch with the locals, enjoying the blend of African, Indigenous and Spanish flavours.
  • Enjoy plenty of free time to choose your own adventure – maybe hike through the lush forest of La Fortuna, go wildlife spotting near Arenal Volcano or look out for sloths at Monteverde Cloud Forest.
  • Kick back on the Caribbean coast in Puerto Viejo, surrounded by vibrant coral reefs – the perfect spot for swimming, snorkelling or relaxing under the shade of palm trees.
  • Start and end your trip in San Jose, the thriving urban centre of Costa Rica, to balance out the outdoor adventure with some nightlife, bar hopping, markets and museums.

Itinerary

ITINERARY CHANGES Our itineraries are updated regularly throughout the year based on customer feedback and to reflect the current situation in each destination. The information included in this Essential Trip Information may therefore differ from when you first booked your trip. It's important that you review this information prior to travel so that you have the latest updates. Due to weather, local conditions, transport schedules, public holidays, political unrest or other factors, further changes may be necessary to your itinerary once in-country. Your group leader or local representative will keep you up to date with any such changes once your trip is underway and has the authority to amend or cancel any part of the trip itinerary if deemed necessary due to safety concerns. , OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES A selection of optional activities that have been popular with past travellers are listed in the day-to-day itinerary. This isn't an exhaustive list and should be used as a guide only for some of what might be available. Prices are approximate, are for entrance fees only, and don’t include transport to and from the sites or local guides unless indicated. All activities are subject to availability, and may be on a join-in basis. It may not be possible to do all the activities listed in the time available at each destination, so some pre-planning for what you are most interested in is advised. When it's recommended that travellers pre-book these activities, look for a note in the Special Information section of the day-to-day itinerary. For most, they can either be organised independently on the day, or let your group leader or local representative know you are interested at the Welcome Meeting and they can assist. Where activities are considered medium or high risk, we work with operators whose safety and credentials we have sighted and assessed. Although it is possible that you may find the same activity cheaper with another operator on the ground, we cannot vouch for the safety or quality of that operator. Medium and high-risk activities not listed above have not been assessed by us and as such our staff and group leader or local representative are unable to assist you with organising these activities. Activities that contravene our Responsible Travel policies are also not listed. Please remember that the decision to partake in any activity not listed is at your own discretion and risk.

Day 1 - San Jose
Hola! Welcome to Costa Rica. Your adventure begins in San Jose, home to lively culture and heaps to do. It’s recommended you arrive early to see more of what this city has to offer. If you do, maybe explore the markets – you might even be lucky enough to see a spontaneous art fair! If history is your thing, maybe head to the Gold Museum to see the collection of Indigenous gold art. You could also visit Arte Contemporaneo if you’re an art lover or get your first taste of the rich coffee that Costa Rica is known for in a nearby coffee shop. You’ll have a welcome meeting at 6 pm, where you’ll meet your local leader and fellow travellers. After, maybe head out to a local restaurant or the Central Market where you can pick up some fresh seafood.
Day 2 - Monteverde
Take an early public bus to Monteverde this morning – this area was initially used as an environmentally conscious agricultural community and has now been transformed into the internationally recognised Cloud Forest Reserve. Make the most of your free time in lush Monteverde, maybe exploring the cloud forest at night with a local guide or heading out on a ziplining adventure. There are also several local communities that operate co-ops here, which are well worth the visit. Maybe walk through the canopy on suspension bridges or watch butterflies in the Butterfly Garden and Insects Farm. If food and coffee are more your thing, maybe head out on a chocolate and coffee tour.
Day 3 - La Fortuna
If you're an early bird, maybe head out on a nature hike and look out for hummingbirds, sloths and the infamous (and seldom seen) quetzal birds. Today you’ll drive to Lake Arenal and take a boat to La Fortuna – a small but vibrant town with abundant hot springs and natural pools. Sitting under the shadow of a towering volcano, this spot is the perfect place to relax, explore or get active. Tonight, maybe grab dinner with your fellow travellers at a local restaurant and try some sopa negra (black bean soup) or pozole (a stew made from pork, hominy, coriander, bell peppers and achiote).
Day 4 - La Fortuna
Enjoy a free day to explore La Fortuna today. Maybe take a day trip out of town and go whitewater rafting. Costa Rica is renowned for its natural beauty, so an adrenaline-filled adventure on the action-packed rivers is highly recommended. Alternatively, stay in La Fortuna and head out on a hike through the lush surrounding forest or go stand-up paddleboarding on Lake Arenal to enjoy the incredible backdrop of Arenal Volcano from a new perspective. If you’re an animal lover, look out for coatimundis, raccoons and toucans across the water on a boat tour of Cano Negro Reserve. Soaking in the local thermal hot springs is a popular activity here – these natural springs are fed by the volcano that overlooks the city and are the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the surrounding scenery.
Day 5 - Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
This morning, watch Arenal fade into the distance as you take a private transfer to Cahuita National Park, where you’ll explore the lush landscape on a hike with your leader. You’ll also visit the beach, where you can cool off with an ocean swim or go wildlife spotting, looking out for paca, iguanas, giant blue crabs, raccoons, opossums, porcupines and capuchin monkeys. This is a great day for photos, so keep your camera or phone on you! Carry on to Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, where you’ll spend the night. Why not spend your first night on the Caribbean seaside hopping to different reggae bars and watching the sunset on the palm-fringed beaches.
Day 6 - Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Explore Puerto Viejo on a bike ride along the palm-lined coastal road, stopping at various beaches and inlets as you make your way south. Visit Punta Uva Beach, where you can find a little hidden cave with a gorgeous view. This afternoon, you can opt to head to Manzanillo for an immersive forest therapy session, where you'll learn about the medicinal uses of native plants and fruits during a guided tour through the gardens. Learn more about local Afro-Caribbean culture, hear about how local produce is cultivated and harvested, taste breadfruit and take a brief Spanish lesson. Finish your day by watching a Caribbean cooking demonstration. Experience a distinctive blend of culinary traditions using a mix of spices and fruits influenced by local Indigenous, African and Spanish cuisines. Then, return to Puerto Viejo for the evening to hit the bars with your fellow travellers for a drink.
Day 7 - San Jose
Journey back to San Jose on a public bus and explore the historic buildings and artisan markets on an orientation walk with your leader. When you're done with the morning adventure, the afternoon is all yours. You can go cafe-hopping, hit up some local bars or just wander around, soaking in the local scene. Tonight, maybe get your fellow travellers together for a final group dinner to say your goodbyes, and after that, dive into the vibrant nightlife scene to wrap up this epic journey on a high note.
Day 8 - San Jose
After breakfast, there are no activities planned and your trip comes to an end. If you want to spend more time in San Jose, just speak to your booking agent ahead of time.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
21-11-202628-11-2026AUD $ 1,058-
28-11-202605-12-2026AUD $ 940-
12-12-202619-12-2026AUD $ 1,130-
26-12-202602-01-2027AUD $ 1,260-
02-01-202709-01-2027AUD $ 1,370-
06-02-202713-02-2027AUD $ 1,195-
20-02-202727-02-2027AUD $ 1,195-
06-03-202713-03-2027AUD $ 1,195-
20-03-202727-03-2027AUD $ 1,195-
03-04-202710-04-2027AUD $ 1,125-
17-04-202724-04-2027AUD $ 1,125-
08-05-202715-05-2027AUD $ 1,095-
05-06-202712-06-2027AUD $ 1,095-
03-07-202710-07-2027AUD $ 1,160-
17-07-202724-07-2027AUD $ 1,160-
24-07-202731-07-2027AUD $ 1,160-
14-08-202721-08-2027AUD $ 1,125-
28-08-202704-09-2027AUD $ 1,125-
09-10-202716-10-2027AUD $ 1,095-
23-10-202730-10-2027AUD $ 1,095-
06-11-202713-11-2027AUD $ 1,180-
20-11-202727-11-2027AUD $ 1,180-
27-11-202704-12-2027AUD $ 1,160-
11-12-202718-12-2027AUD $ 1,095-
18-12-202725-12-2027AUD $ 1,095-
25-12-202701-01-2028AUD $ 1,125-
01-01-202808-01-2028AUD $ 1,180-
15-01-202822-01-2028AUD $ 1,180-
05-02-202812-02-2028AUD $ 1,220-
19-02-202826-02-2028AUD $ 1,220-
04-03-202811-03-2028AUD $ 1,240-
18-03-202825-03-2028AUD $ 1,240-
01-04-202808-04-2028AUD $ 1,240-
15-04-202822-04-2028AUD $ 1,180-
06-05-202813-05-2028AUD $ 1,180-
03-06-202810-06-2028AUD $ 1,180-
01-07-202808-07-2028AUD $ 1,240-
15-07-202822-07-2028AUD $ 1,240-
22-07-202829-07-2028AUD $ 1,240-
12-08-202819-08-2028AUD $ 1,150-
26-08-202802-09-2028AUD $ 1,150-
07-10-202814-10-2028AUD $ 1,150-
21-10-202828-10-2028AUD $ 1,150-
04-11-202811-11-2028AUD $ 1,220-
18-11-202825-11-2028AUD $ 1,220-
25-11-202802-12-2028AUD $ 1,220-
09-12-202816-12-2028AUD $ 1,150-
16-12-202823-12-2028AUD $ 1,150-
23-12-202830-12-2028AUD $ 1,180-

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