
Our bite-sized Costa Rica tours
Create your own ideal holiday
Walking through the canopy spotting sloths high up in the trees, cruising along the rugged coastline eyes peeled for dolphins, kicking back on an unspoilt island… Costa Rica has something for everyone. Choose your favourite bite-sized Costa Rica trips below and our destination experts will create a tailor-made holiday just for you.
How does it work?
- Explore our regions and pick your favourite bite-sized trips.
- Add them to your travel plan and send it our way.
- Your Costa Rica Specialist will stitch it all together into a personalised holiday, made just for you.
Or, if you’d prefer something ready-made, our itineraries are good to go. You can book them as they are or chat with your Specialist about adding extra experiences. Get in touch with our destination experts to start planning.

On this San José trip we’ll take care of the airport transfer, your first two nights’ accommodation and a guide to show you the secret spots of the city.

The amazing landscape of Tortuguero is not accessible by road. Instead you’ll find rivers meandering through the pristine rainforest to the famous nesting ground of countless turtles.

Puerto Viejo has a vibrant Caribbean atmosphere, where the rhythm of reggae drifts through the air and tropical cocktails are never far away.

In this rural part of northern Costa Rica take the opportunity to escape the real world, spot wildlife, and relax. You’ll stay in a bungalow or treehouse surrounded by jungle, and right next to the river.

No trip to Costa Rica is complete without a visit to the renowned Arenal volcano in La Fortuna.

Rincon de la Vieja is especially known for its volcanic landscape, so be prepared for steaming geothermal springs and the pungent smell of the volcanic mud pools.

Explore the rural landscape of northern Costa Rica, getting off the usual tourist trail and learning about the lives of the communities living here.

The lush cloud forest of Monteverde is high on the list of Costa Rican must-sees for many travellers. Here, the morning mist lasts most of the day, continuously filtering through this dense, tropical jungle.

Samara is a cosy village with a long, sandy beach, perfect for surfing and sunset walks. Complete with palm trees and a calm sea that slopes gently from the sand, it’s a great location to relax beside the Pacific Ocean.

Experience glamping in style and stay at Isla Chiquita on Isla Jesusita. Tucked away in the Gulf of Nicoya, this tiny island is a true escapist’s dream. You’ll stay in a fully-furnished glamping tent, spending your days kayaking along the shore and enjoying the slow island pace.

The relaxed village of Montezuma, at the southern tip of the Nicoya Peninsula, is blessed with tropical forests and waterfalls, small bays and bright blue sea. For those seeking peace and tranquillity, this is the ideal place to soak up the sun and unwind among the National Parks.

Manuel Antonio, located on the Pacific Coast, boasts crescent-shaped bays, jungles bursting with wildlife and an excellent bar and restaurant scene. You’ll stay in a hill-top villa resort with a pool for refreshing dips and serene views across the ocean.

Relatively few visitors come to Costa Ballena on the Pacific Coast so you can relax on deserted beaches, sunbathe between the palm trees and take beautiful beach walks. You’ll stay in a tented lodge surrounded by tropical vegetation.

Corcovado National Park is an area of Costa Rica less explored than most. This trip will allow you to hike and stay within the National Park itself, before travelling to a beachside lodge to relax.

Wake up in the morning and listen to the sounds of the sea mingling with the chirping of the jungle. Combine your visit to Corcovado National Park with a very special stay in a comfortably furnished safari-style tent. After the guided hike through Corcovado National Park, you can soak up the scenery and sounds of nature from your private terrace.

The isolation of the Corcovado rainforest makes it one of the most special places in the country. You’ll take a speedboat through narrow winding channels to Drake Bay, before a guided walk in Corcovado National Park and a snorkel on one of the best reefs in the country.

From coffee farms to smoking volcanoes, Turrialba is one picture-perfect spot with plenty to do. Hike up the Burnt Forest, the aftermath of the most recent eruption; sample some freshly-brewed Costa Rican coffee and learn about its production; or battle the rapids on one of the most scenic rivers in Costa Rica. There’s something for everyone here.

Discover the quiet, pristine beaches around Playa Naranjo and witness an incredible natural phenomenon: Bioluminescence. As you kayak over the calm waters of the Gulf of Nicoya, glowing plankton will illuminate the water around you, giving you the feeling of floating amongst the stars.

Spend a couple of days in the lush forests and fresh air of the Talamanca Mountains. This part of the country is less visited than other tourist hotspots, but you’ll find it is abundant with wildlife, and there are stunning views around every corner.

With a lush green canopy that covers the area, the isolated nature of the surroundings and its cooler climate, it’s no wonder that San Gerardo de Dota is a haven for some of Costa Rica’s most iconic birds – here you’ll find hummingbirds, nightingales and the famous Quetzal.

Head up into the Talamanca mountains, and take on the challenge of hiking up to Costa Rica’s highest peak – Cerro Chirripó. Starting from the picturesque little village of San Gerardo de Rivas, you’ll ascend on foot to a trekking lodge perched above the cloud line.
If you are after a little more comfort why not try our Signature tours

Travel into the heart of the Tortuguero rainforest, where wildlife and serene canals surround your stay. Explore the jungle by boat, then return to your stylish riverside lodge set in lush gardens, where comfort, calm and the sounds of the forest complete the experience.

Journey through lush mangroves, along the wild Pacific coastline to reach your secluded signature lodge near Corcovado National Park, accessed only by boat. Nestled between the rainforest and the Pacific Ocean, you can slow down and reconnect with nature, while enjoying the comfort and privacy of your own suite tucked into the lush greenery.

Stay at a premium eco-resort at the foot of Arenal Volcano and slow down in nature. Warm thermal springs flow through the gardens, creating serene natural pools and waterfalls where you can bath beneath the trees and as the sun sets, you’ll join a twilight safari to spot nocturnal wildlife before soaking under the stars.

Experience the magic of Monteverde Cloud Forest – wander along misty trails, spot wildlife in the treetops, and sleep in the comfort of our signature eco-lodge, nestled in the forest.

Glide across the calm waters of Golfo Dulce to reach your off-grid eco-lodge, where the rainforest meets to Pacific. Spend your days kayaking, or paddleboarding in the bay, snorkelling among vibrant tropical fish and exploring wild forest trails, returning to the comfort of your ocean view retreat.

Wake up to the sounds of the Pacific just steps from your door and embrace the laid-back pura vida atmosphere of Santa Teresa. Sleep in a beachfront bungalow and unwind in the comfort of your own private terrace with plunge pool, before watching surfers carve through the rolling waves at sunset.

Discover the wild heart of the Osa Peninsula on an unforgettable escape. Spend your days on guided hikes through lush rainforest, spotting exotic birds and wildlife, and your evenings on thrilling night walks where frogs, spiders, and nocturnal creatures come alive. With immersive birdwatching, stunning ocean views, and remote eco-lodge as your base, this trip is a true taste of Costa Rica’s untamed south.

Manuel Antonio National Park is a compact Costa Rican paradise near Quepos where lush rainforest meets white-sand beaches and calm turquoise coves; easy trails and a guided hike let you spot wildlife like monkeys and sloths while learning about the park’s ecosystem, making it perfect for a short, nature-filled getaway.
Speak to our Costa Rica specialist, Hannah
“I’ve visited Costa Rica a few times and it has never let me down. It’s packed with adventure; from volcanoes to cloudforests. Plus, being wildlife-mad, it’s perfect for me. I love its diversity and impressive conservation efforts.”





























